Psychodynamic Therapists in Olivedale
As your counselling psychologist, I am equipped with treating various mental health concerns. I am kind and warm and endeavor to be understanding of your experience. I have wealth of experience ranging from private practice, tertiary institutions & corporate. I have expertise in treating adults and have a special interest in couples therapy. Understanding that the environment is important, I do know that committing to a therapy session may come with uncertainty. However, I would love to ease that anxiety by answering any questions you may have. Your psychological well-being and functioning is of utmost importance to me.
As your counselling psychologist, I am equipped with treating various mental health concerns. I am kind and warm and endeavor to be understanding of your experience. I have wealth of experience ranging from private practice, tertiary institutions & corporate. I have expertise in treating adults and have a special interest in couples therapy. Understanding that the environment is important, I do know that committing to a therapy session may come with uncertainty. However, I would love to ease that anxiety by answering any questions you may have. Your psychological well-being and functioning is of utmost importance to me.
My ideal client is anybody who has suffered with a mental health issue such as, depression, anxiety, eating disorder, trauma, difficulties with a relationship or a desire to truly self actualize. This client is truly fed up and ready to heal or doesn't want to waste time just growing in awareness, but truly wants to see shifts in patterns of behavior and thinking.
My ideal client is anybody who has suffered with a mental health issue such as, depression, anxiety, eating disorder, trauma, difficulties with a relationship or a desire to truly self actualize. This client is truly fed up and ready to heal or doesn't want to waste time just growing in awareness, but truly wants to see shifts in patterns of behavior and thinking.
I provide counselling and psychotherapy to individual adults and couples. My approach to therapy is collaborative. This means that we will work together to understand the underlying psychological patterns that are possibly the explanation behind you feeling stuck, unfulfilled and burdened with thoughts, emotions and situations.
I provide counselling and psychotherapy to individual adults and couples. My approach to therapy is collaborative. This means that we will work together to understand the underlying psychological patterns that are possibly the explanation behind you feeling stuck, unfulfilled and burdened with thoughts, emotions and situations.
With experience in both public and private institutions, I utilise psychodynamic therapeutic techniques to create a non-judgmental, supportive, and empowering therapy atmosphere.
I have a strong skill set in facilitating consultations aimed at resolving complex issues and implementing interventions that enhance well-being. My work stretches across a broad spectrum of mental health concerns, including adjustment issues, traumatic stress reactions, depression, bipolar, anxiety, grief, addiction, ADHD, family and relationship problems.
With experience in both public and private institutions, I utilise psychodynamic therapeutic techniques to create a non-judgmental, supportive, and empowering therapy atmosphere.
I have a strong skill set in facilitating consultations aimed at resolving complex issues and implementing interventions that enhance well-being. My work stretches across a broad spectrum of mental health concerns, including adjustment issues, traumatic stress reactions, depression, bipolar, anxiety, grief, addiction, ADHD, family and relationship problems.
Most people just want to be happy. While that can certainly be achieved through counselling, I believe happiness is an emotion, like others, that comes and goes. Instead I work with you to create more peace, joy and fulfilment in your life. These are deeper long-lasting goals that are the foundation of life satisfaction. Over and above the specific concern you wish to work on, I aim to help you connect with who you really are as a person and facilitate the path to who you would like to be.
Most people just want to be happy. While that can certainly be achieved through counselling, I believe happiness is an emotion, like others, that comes and goes. Instead I work with you to create more peace, joy and fulfilment in your life. These are deeper long-lasting goals that are the foundation of life satisfaction. Over and above the specific concern you wish to work on, I aim to help you connect with who you really are as a person and facilitate the path to who you would like to be.
More Therapists Nearby
My name is Megan Vries. I am a clinical psychologist, based in Craighall Park, providing therapy to adults and adolescents. There are constant demands placed on adults, including family responsibility, navigating interpersonal relationships, and work demands. Similarly, Adolescence and young adulthood is a challenging period as young people are experiencing cognitive, social, emotional and interpersonal changes. Adolescents may be under significantly more pressure than when they were younger, in that more is expected from them academically and socially.
My name is Megan Vries. I am a clinical psychologist, based in Craighall Park, providing therapy to adults and adolescents. There are constant demands placed on adults, including family responsibility, navigating interpersonal relationships, and work demands. Similarly, Adolescence and young adulthood is a challenging period as young people are experiencing cognitive, social, emotional and interpersonal changes. Adolescents may be under significantly more pressure than when they were younger, in that more is expected from them academically and socially.
As a Specialist Wellness Counsellor, I am committed to enhancing the overall well-being of my clients through a systems-based approach to counselling. My practice focuses on achieving wholeness by fostering the integrative unity of body, mind, and spirit. Operating at the level of primary health care, I provide comprehensive support that addresses both immediate challenges and long-term personal growth.
I create a safe, compassionate environment where individuals can explore their feelings, gain insights, and develop effective coping strategies. My work emphasizes emotional well-being, relationship improvement &conflict resolution,
As a Specialist Wellness Counsellor, I am committed to enhancing the overall well-being of my clients through a systems-based approach to counselling. My practice focuses on achieving wholeness by fostering the integrative unity of body, mind, and spirit. Operating at the level of primary health care, I provide comprehensive support that addresses both immediate challenges and long-term personal growth.
I create a safe, compassionate environment where individuals can explore their feelings, gain insights, and develop effective coping strategies. My work emphasizes emotional well-being, relationship improvement &conflict resolution,
I offer both insight based psychodynamic psychotherapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) in person and online.
I am passionate about Mental Health and Wellness development over life. I can offer support during life transitions and personal, family and organizational growth. Therapy and groupwork can assist in Self awareness, emotional regulation, development of coping skills and improvement in interpersonal communication and problem solving skills as well as over all well being. Whether you are a student, parent, leader or employee : finding Self, building confidence and resilience, improving or repairing attachment bonds, needing assistance with separation, trauma, grief, gender issues, gender based violence or anxiety and low mood.
I offer both insight based psychodynamic psychotherapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) in person and online.
I am passionate about Mental Health and Wellness development over life. I can offer support during life transitions and personal, family and organizational growth. Therapy and groupwork can assist in Self awareness, emotional regulation, development of coping skills and improvement in interpersonal communication and problem solving skills as well as over all well being. Whether you are a student, parent, leader or employee : finding Self, building confidence and resilience, improving or repairing attachment bonds, needing assistance with separation, trauma, grief, gender issues, gender based violence or anxiety and low mood.
I am a registered Educational Psychologist in private practice for over 20 years. My passion is working with children, adolescents and families, across a wide range of social, emotional and behavioural difficulties. I work psycho-dynamically and systemically, understanding the individual in their entire context.
I am a registered Educational Psychologist in private practice for over 20 years. My passion is working with children, adolescents and families, across a wide range of social, emotional and behavioural difficulties. I work psycho-dynamically and systemically, understanding the individual in their entire context.
In my therapeutic approach, I primarily use psychodynamic psychotherapy, as it focuses on a deeper understanding of oneself and creates enduring changes in one's life.
Hello and welcome!
Life's challenges can affect both our emotional and mental wellbeing, as well as our relationships and aspects of our daily lives. Whether you're seeking to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, facing a difficult chapter in your life, or experiencing significant distress, I am here to meet you where you are at! My aim is to create a warm, safe, and caring space where you feel truly heard, understood, and comfortable to be yourself. A place where you can reflect, process, gain deeper insight, and find practical solutions—empowering you to move forward with greater clarity, personal growth and wellbeing.
In my therapeutic approach, I primarily use psychodynamic psychotherapy, as it focuses on a deeper understanding of oneself and creates enduring changes in one's life.
Hello and welcome!
Life's challenges can affect both our emotional and mental wellbeing, as well as our relationships and aspects of our daily lives. Whether you're seeking to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, facing a difficult chapter in your life, or experiencing significant distress, I am here to meet you where you are at! My aim is to create a warm, safe, and caring space where you feel truly heard, understood, and comfortable to be yourself. A place where you can reflect, process, gain deeper insight, and find practical solutions—empowering you to move forward with greater clarity, personal growth and wellbeing.
Being human means facing a life with painful moments. Whether you’re searching for a way through the pain, are learning to live with a mental illness, or are trying to make sense of your existence, we can walk the road together.
Being human means facing a life with painful moments. Whether you’re searching for a way through the pain, are learning to live with a mental illness, or are trying to make sense of your existence, we can walk the road together.
Feeling stuck, anxious, or emotionally drained after a difficult experience? Maybe you're carrying the weight of trauma, a brain injury, or a life change that's left you feeling disconnected from yourself. You might be going through the motions but not really feeling your life. Perhaps you've tried talking about it before and it didn't help — or the idea of sitting and reliving painful memories feels unbearable. You deserve support that works differently. A space where healing happens gently, creatively, and at your pace.
Feeling stuck, anxious, or emotionally drained after a difficult experience? Maybe you're carrying the weight of trauma, a brain injury, or a life change that's left you feeling disconnected from yourself. You might be going through the motions but not really feeling your life. Perhaps you've tried talking about it before and it didn't help — or the idea of sitting and reliving painful memories feels unbearable. You deserve support that works differently. A space where healing happens gently, creatively, and at your pace.
I am a clinical psychologist working primarily with adolescents and adults in private practice. As a practitioner, my approach is, primarily, psychodynamic which explores individual unconscious processes as well as the influence of early developmental experiences on immediate quality of life. I also work from a relational position which examines our social context including interpersonal interactions.
I understand that embarking on therapy can feel overwhelming and may evoke mixed feelings for many. My intention is to create a containing and collaborative space, one where the client can feel understood, recognized and secure.
I am a clinical psychologist working primarily with adolescents and adults in private practice. As a practitioner, my approach is, primarily, psychodynamic which explores individual unconscious processes as well as the influence of early developmental experiences on immediate quality of life. I also work from a relational position which examines our social context including interpersonal interactions.
I understand that embarking on therapy can feel overwhelming and may evoke mixed feelings for many. My intention is to create a containing and collaborative space, one where the client can feel understood, recognized and secure.
My approach is primarily psychodynamic, exploring how past experiences, relationships and underlying patterns may influence the way you think, feel and relate to others today.
I believe that every person deserves to feel understood, supported and empowered to reach their potential.
As an Educational Psychologist, I work collaboratively with adolescents, adults and families to better understand the unique factors influencing learning, development and emotional wellbeing. My approach is warm, thoughtful and evidence-based, creating a safe and non-judgemental space where clients feel heard and understood.
Whether through psychological assessment, therapeutic support or guidance, my aim is not simply to identify challenges, but to develop a meaningful understanding of each individual’s strengths, needs and
My approach is primarily psychodynamic, exploring how past experiences, relationships and underlying patterns may influence the way you think, feel and relate to others today.
I believe that every person deserves to feel understood, supported and empowered to reach their potential.
As an Educational Psychologist, I work collaboratively with adolescents, adults and families to better understand the unique factors influencing learning, development and emotional wellbeing. My approach is warm, thoughtful and evidence-based, creating a safe and non-judgemental space where clients feel heard and understood.
Whether through psychological assessment, therapeutic support or guidance, my aim is not simply to identify challenges, but to develop a meaningful understanding of each individual’s strengths, needs and
My psychotherapy approach is client orientated, integrative and has a holistic focus. I utilise knowledge, tools and techniques from multiple psychotherapeutic approaches to understand the cause and perpetuating factors contributing to my clients’ difficulties. This allows me to work collaboratively with them, to help them work through and overcome their problems. My focus emphasizes balancing clients’ psychological, emotional, relational and physical well-being to help them learn to manage all aspects of their lives. My aim is not only to help my clients, but to give them the tools and insights they need to notice problems arise.
My psychotherapy approach is client orientated, integrative and has a holistic focus. I utilise knowledge, tools and techniques from multiple psychotherapeutic approaches to understand the cause and perpetuating factors contributing to my clients’ difficulties. This allows me to work collaboratively with them, to help them work through and overcome their problems. My focus emphasizes balancing clients’ psychological, emotional, relational and physical well-being to help them learn to manage all aspects of their lives. My aim is not only to help my clients, but to give them the tools and insights they need to notice problems arise.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Life Coach with many years combined experience in part-time private practice and Human Resources. Amongst others, in HR, I ran the psychometric and coaching practices. In my clinical private practice, I diagnose existing and potential psychological disorders including emotional and behavioral problems. My psychological services also encompass, psychotherapy for adults and families on mental health challenges and everyday life stresses. Stress, anxiety, depression and burnout have become common experiences for most people. There are positive ways of dealing with such dysfunctions.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Life Coach with many years combined experience in part-time private practice and Human Resources. Amongst others, in HR, I ran the psychometric and coaching practices. In my clinical private practice, I diagnose existing and potential psychological disorders including emotional and behavioral problems. My psychological services also encompass, psychotherapy for adults and families on mental health challenges and everyday life stresses. Stress, anxiety, depression and burnout have become common experiences for most people. There are positive ways of dealing with such dysfunctions.
I am a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist committed to meeting adults and adolescents where they require the most support.
Life's challenges can be daunting, especially when it seems like those around us struggle to provide the support we need. Embarking on therapy reflects a courageous and vulnerable decision. It may stem from various losses, a shift from your usual self, or a desire for a deeper self-understanding. Therapy serves as a supportive space to navigate these experiences, discover new ways of being, and overcome life's challenges. The objective of therapy, in alignment with the client's goals, is to fundamentally address how individuals relate to themselves and the world. We support the pursuit of the client's desired quality of life.
I am a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist committed to meeting adults and adolescents where they require the most support.
Life's challenges can be daunting, especially when it seems like those around us struggle to provide the support we need. Embarking on therapy reflects a courageous and vulnerable decision. It may stem from various losses, a shift from your usual self, or a desire for a deeper self-understanding. Therapy serves as a supportive space to navigate these experiences, discover new ways of being, and overcome life's challenges. The objective of therapy, in alignment with the client's goals, is to fundamentally address how individuals relate to themselves and the world. We support the pursuit of the client's desired quality of life.
In the years that I have been in psychology field, I have acquired training in the different types of therapy namely CBT, Psychodynamic, Person-Centred, and Action and Commitment Therapy.
Be it a loss of a job or a loved one, a breakdown in a romantic or work relationship, these challenges all ask for some level of adjustment to take place. These life experiences may bring feelings of stress, anxiety, depression, and so forth. In attempts to alleviate the distressing feelings, we as humans desire for a space where we can be vulnerable in expressing ourselves and our fears at the time. Our ultimate desire is to be equipped with tools and techniques which will not only alleviate our pain but also contribute to our self-growth.
In the years that I have been in psychology field, I have acquired training in the different types of therapy namely CBT, Psychodynamic, Person-Centred, and Action and Commitment Therapy.
Be it a loss of a job or a loved one, a breakdown in a romantic or work relationship, these challenges all ask for some level of adjustment to take place. These life experiences may bring feelings of stress, anxiety, depression, and so forth. In attempts to alleviate the distressing feelings, we as humans desire for a space where we can be vulnerable in expressing ourselves and our fears at the time. Our ultimate desire is to be equipped with tools and techniques which will not only alleviate our pain but also contribute to our self-growth.
I typically use psychodynamic psychotherapy in my practice.
Many people experience emotional or relational distress that cannot be understood outside of their cultural, family, and spiritual context. For individuals rooted in African and South African ways of being, therapy can sometimes feel disconnected from lived realities.
I work with adolescents, adults and couples, attending to psychological distress, and complex emotional and psychological difficulties within relational, cultural, and spiritual contexts.
I typically use psychodynamic psychotherapy in my practice.
Many people experience emotional or relational distress that cannot be understood outside of their cultural, family, and spiritual context. For individuals rooted in African and South African ways of being, therapy can sometimes feel disconnected from lived realities.
I work with adolescents, adults and couples, attending to psychological distress, and complex emotional and psychological difficulties within relational, cultural, and spiritual contexts.
I believe everyone has the ability to create a life worth living, yet modern life often presents us with challenges that feel overwhelming and prevent us living congruently with our authentic values. Whether you are navigating a sudden crisis, managing a chronic condition, or want to better understand yourself and your relationships, psychotherapy can be a catalyst for insight, relief, change or resilience. I don’t believe in a "one size fits all" approach and use evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs.
I believe everyone has the ability to create a life worth living, yet modern life often presents us with challenges that feel overwhelming and prevent us living congruently with our authentic values. Whether you are navigating a sudden crisis, managing a chronic condition, or want to better understand yourself and your relationships, psychotherapy can be a catalyst for insight, relief, change or resilience. I don’t believe in a "one size fits all" approach and use evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs.
Nearby Psychodynamic Counsellors Searches for Olivedale
- Blairgowrie
- Bryanston
- Bryanston East
- Cresta
- Douglasdale
- Ferndale
- Fourways
- Johannesburg North
- North Riding
- Parkhurst
- Randpark Ridge
- Sandton
Psychodynamic Counsellors
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.