Anxiety Therapists in Parktown North
Cynthia has a special interest in helping clients with anxiety, insomnia, work stress, adjustment to life events stress, and the actualisation of potential strengths and positive states of mental wellbeing.
Cynthia applies an integrated strategic psychotherapeutic approach, drawing from a wide scientific evidence base of psychological approaches, to meet your needs as a client. This includes cognitive behavioural and cognitive neuroscience approaches; mindfulness-based therapy; narrative therapy; compassion focused therapy; systems and psychodynamic approaches.
Cynthia has a special interest in helping clients with anxiety, insomnia, work stress, adjustment to life events stress, and the actualisation of potential strengths and positive states of mental wellbeing.
Cynthia applies an integrated strategic psychotherapeutic approach, drawing from a wide scientific evidence base of psychological approaches, to meet your needs as a client. This includes cognitive behavioural and cognitive neuroscience approaches; mindfulness-based therapy; narrative therapy; compassion focused therapy; systems and psychodynamic approaches.
Dr. Bêne Otto
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome, my name is Bêne and I am a Counselling Psychologist working with adults and couples facing a range of life challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout and work-related stress, relationship difficulties, and bereavement.
I work from an integrative perspective, drawing primarily on Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR, alongside attachment and trauma informed practice. This supports emotional understanding and the processing of experiences that continue to hold emotional weight, within a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental therapeutic space.
Welcome, my name is Bêne and I am a Counselling Psychologist working with adults and couples facing a range of life challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout and work-related stress, relationship difficulties, and bereavement.
I work from an integrative perspective, drawing primarily on Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR, alongside attachment and trauma informed practice. This supports emotional understanding and the processing of experiences that continue to hold emotional weight, within a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental therapeutic space.
Welcome! I'm Christina Pereira, a Clinical Psychologist driven by a passion for helping people transform their lives. I believe everyone deserves a sanctuary where they can genuinely feel secure. My work is fuelled by my desire to build collaborative relationships where people are able to gain mastery over their difficulties and relationships.
Welcome! I'm Christina Pereira, a Clinical Psychologist driven by a passion for helping people transform their lives. I believe everyone deserves a sanctuary where they can genuinely feel secure. My work is fuelled by my desire to build collaborative relationships where people are able to gain mastery over their difficulties and relationships.
Psychotherapy is an ideal platform to explore your pain, give words to unspoken trauma and help you manage when you feel overwhelmed, down or anxious.
I offer psychotherapy for adults and adolescents. We would meet weekly, preferably at the same time each week and each session is 50 minutes long. The first few sessions are dedicated to understanding your history and in-depth exploration of what is causing you distress or stuckness in your life. From there, we determine if we are a good therapeutic fit.
Psychotherapy is an ideal platform to explore your pain, give words to unspoken trauma and help you manage when you feel overwhelmed, down or anxious.
I offer psychotherapy for adults and adolescents. We would meet weekly, preferably at the same time each week and each session is 50 minutes long. The first few sessions are dedicated to understanding your history and in-depth exploration of what is causing you distress or stuckness in your life. From there, we determine if we are a good therapeutic fit.
These may include stress, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, trauma and many others.
I am a psychologist who works from a psychodynamic and cognitive behavioural perspective. My interests are working with depression, anxiety, personality, trauma, and general life stressors.
These may include stress, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, trauma and many others.
I am a psychologist who works from a psychodynamic and cognitive behavioural perspective. My interests are working with depression, anxiety, personality, trauma, and general life stressors.
Along this life journey we may get thrown a curve ball and may be facing difficulties that feel overwhelming and our usual coping mechanisms fail us. A soldier can only run so far on a wounded limb, until they pay attention to it and dress it up for healing. So it is with life. We may need to tend to, dress, and heal the wounds. Therapy can be a powerful mechanism of healing, growth and restoration. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families who may be experiencing a wide range of including emotional, relational, psychiatric and health-related difficulties.
Along this life journey we may get thrown a curve ball and may be facing difficulties that feel overwhelming and our usual coping mechanisms fail us. A soldier can only run so far on a wounded limb, until they pay attention to it and dress it up for healing. So it is with life. We may need to tend to, dress, and heal the wounds. Therapy can be a powerful mechanism of healing, growth and restoration. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families who may be experiencing a wide range of including emotional, relational, psychiatric and health-related difficulties.
I work with adults living with mood, anxiety, and trauma-related difficulties, as well as people experiencing grief, loss, relationship strain, chronic illness, maternal mental health concerns, and LGBTQ+ identity-related stress.
As we move through life, we may find ourselves stuck, overwhelmed, or at a crossroads. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to reflect on what is happening for you, understand your patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and explore practical ways of coping and moving forward.
I work with adults living with mood, anxiety, and trauma-related difficulties, as well as people experiencing grief, loss, relationship strain, chronic illness, maternal mental health concerns, and LGBTQ+ identity-related stress.
As we move through life, we may find ourselves stuck, overwhelmed, or at a crossroads. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to reflect on what is happening for you, understand your patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and explore practical ways of coping and moving forward.
Are you stressed-out or anxious?
I realize that no two people are the same and as such tailor my therapy to meet the specific needs of my clients. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, your relationships, I will help you recognize underlying problems, fully realize your strengths and adjust certain behaviors and thoughts to see things a healthier way.
Are you stressed-out or anxious?
I realize that no two people are the same and as such tailor my therapy to meet the specific needs of my clients. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, your relationships, I will help you recognize underlying problems, fully realize your strengths and adjust certain behaviors and thoughts to see things a healthier way.
I have experience in working with adults in the areas of depression, anxiety, trauma and grief.
I choose and utilize the approach that is most effective and suitable for clients in therapy. The therapeutic process requires a lot of internal work and it's difficult to face parts of the past or self that society often teaches us to ignore. However, we can work through this process together.
I have experience in working with adults in the areas of depression, anxiety, trauma and grief.
I choose and utilize the approach that is most effective and suitable for clients in therapy. The therapeutic process requires a lot of internal work and it's difficult to face parts of the past or self that society often teaches us to ignore. However, we can work through this process together.
I believe in creating an authentic connection with each individual that seeks my support. This is vital during your journey with me as it provides you with a safe, trusting, non-judgmental space to be yourself. I wish to provide you with the tools and understanding to feel empowered and overcome situations and challenges that seem unbearable. My approach is a holistic one grounded in being person centered as we are not single occurrences but rather a culmination of everything happening around us.
I believe in creating an authentic connection with each individual that seeks my support. This is vital during your journey with me as it provides you with a safe, trusting, non-judgmental space to be yourself. I wish to provide you with the tools and understanding to feel empowered and overcome situations and challenges that seem unbearable. My approach is a holistic one grounded in being person centered as we are not single occurrences but rather a culmination of everything happening around us.
I am passionate about helping people from all walks of life along their healing journey.
I am passionate about helping people from all walks of life along their healing journey.
My areas of interest include depression, anxiety, trauma, stress management, relationship difficulties, post-partum depression/ anxiety and personal growth.
I take an integrative, client-centred approach to therapy, drawing on a range of evidence-based modalities to tailor the process to each person’s unique needs, goals, and life context. I value building a genuine therapeutic relationship and supporting clients as they work towards greater understanding, resilience, and wellbeing.
My areas of interest include depression, anxiety, trauma, stress management, relationship difficulties, post-partum depression/ anxiety and personal growth.
I take an integrative, client-centred approach to therapy, drawing on a range of evidence-based modalities to tailor the process to each person’s unique needs, goals, and life context. I value building a genuine therapeutic relationship and supporting clients as they work towards greater understanding, resilience, and wellbeing.
I am a qualified and registered Counselling Psychologist who was trained through the University of the Witwatersrand. I have special interest working with anxiety, depression, grief, relational issues, adjustment issues, and trauma. My therapy space is designed to be calming and safe, where clients can explore their emotions and challenges through the best suited theoretical frameworks. Let's work together to find the beauty in your journey. I believe in the transformative power of therapy and value acceptance, diversity, and belonging.
I am a qualified and registered Counselling Psychologist who was trained through the University of the Witwatersrand. I have special interest working with anxiety, depression, grief, relational issues, adjustment issues, and trauma. My therapy space is designed to be calming and safe, where clients can explore their emotions and challenges through the best suited theoretical frameworks. Let's work together to find the beauty in your journey. I believe in the transformative power of therapy and value acceptance, diversity, and belonging.
I have a special interest in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, and self-esteem challenges.
With appreciation and understanding of the therapeutic potential of the arts, I may integrate creative approaches into sessions to support emotional expression, self-awareness, and well-being. My holistic practice honours the connection between emotional, cognitive, and physical health, and focuses on authentic expression and healing of the self.
I have a special interest in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, and self-esteem challenges.
With appreciation and understanding of the therapeutic potential of the arts, I may integrate creative approaches into sessions to support emotional expression, self-awareness, and well-being. My holistic practice honours the connection between emotional, cognitive, and physical health, and focuses on authentic expression and healing of the self.
Experienced family practitioner assisting with relationship and parenting issues and everyday mental health struggles such as stress, anxiety, loss and depression.
Mental and physical ill health is not our natural state and arises from wrong habits of life, diet and thought. Being ill at ease or dis-ease produces inharmony and is not our natural state. Implementing effective change, starting somewhere, will eliminate root causes and their unhappy effects, be they toxemia, dietetic, mental, emotional or psychic.
Experienced family practitioner assisting with relationship and parenting issues and everyday mental health struggles such as stress, anxiety, loss and depression.
Mental and physical ill health is not our natural state and arises from wrong habits of life, diet and thought. Being ill at ease or dis-ease produces inharmony and is not our natural state. Implementing effective change, starting somewhere, will eliminate root causes and their unhappy effects, be they toxemia, dietetic, mental, emotional or psychic.
I am Clinical Psychologist based in Parktown that sees adults and adolescents struggling with interpersonal dynamics, depression, anxiety and emotional dysregulation.
I believe in meeting my patients needs and therefore work integratively in terms of my approach to psychotherapy.
I am Clinical Psychologist based in Parktown that sees adults and adolescents struggling with interpersonal dynamics, depression, anxiety and emotional dysregulation.
I believe in meeting my patients needs and therefore work integratively in terms of my approach to psychotherapy.
Hello! I am a clinical psychologist in private practice, working with individuals across a range of emotional and psychological difficulties. My approach is primarily psychodynamic, however, I do adapt and integrate other psychotherapy models to meet each individual’s unique needs. I aim to create a safe, containing, and supportive therapeutic environment where meaningful exploration and growth can take place.
Hello! I am a clinical psychologist in private practice, working with individuals across a range of emotional and psychological difficulties. My approach is primarily psychodynamic, however, I do adapt and integrate other psychotherapy models to meet each individual’s unique needs. I aim to create a safe, containing, and supportive therapeutic environment where meaningful exploration and growth can take place.
My clients often come to me for support with anxiety, imposter syndrome, stress, trauma, burnout, grief, relationship challenges, life-stage transitions, blended families, & emotional overwhelm, or to deeply heal & thrive.
I support individuals and couples navigating change or wanting growth.
We work with life transitions, relationship shifts, burnout, trauma, or work stress.
We shift emotional patterns, build connection, and make space for clarity and ease through warm, grounded talk therapy and brain-based tools.
My clients often come to me for support with anxiety, imposter syndrome, stress, trauma, burnout, grief, relationship challenges, life-stage transitions, blended families, & emotional overwhelm, or to deeply heal & thrive.
I support individuals and couples navigating change or wanting growth.
We work with life transitions, relationship shifts, burnout, trauma, or work stress.
We shift emotional patterns, build connection, and make space for clarity and ease through warm, grounded talk therapy and brain-based tools.
These challenges may include some more common complaints such as depression and anxiety, or those trying to come to terms with a trauma or bereavement.
I am less focused on the 'label' a person may have acquired over time (such as depressed, stressed, traumatised), but rather help them build a picture of what life is like when they are overcoming their respective challenges, and in that process discover what makes them unique when they are at their best (or on their way to being their best).
These challenges may include some more common complaints such as depression and anxiety, or those trying to come to terms with a trauma or bereavement.
I am less focused on the 'label' a person may have acquired over time (such as depressed, stressed, traumatised), but rather help them build a picture of what life is like when they are overcoming their respective challenges, and in that process discover what makes them unique when they are at their best (or on their way to being their best).
Our personal journey is filled with ups and downs, highs and lows, moments of joy and incidences of hardship. As we ebb and flow through life, there may be times where difficulties arise and our usual ways of coping lose their effectiveness. Engaging in therapy can prove beneficial in navigating these challenges, providing a possible path for healing and growth. Entering into a therapeutic relationship is not only for the difficult times, but also for those moments of clarity, a sounding board upon which the healthy mind can evolve and discover new ways of being.
Our personal journey is filled with ups and downs, highs and lows, moments of joy and incidences of hardship. As we ebb and flow through life, there may be times where difficulties arise and our usual ways of coping lose their effectiveness. Engaging in therapy can prove beneficial in navigating these challenges, providing a possible path for healing and growth. Entering into a therapeutic relationship is not only for the difficult times, but also for those moments of clarity, a sounding board upon which the healthy mind can evolve and discover new ways of being.
Nearby Anxiety Counsellors Searches for Parktown North
- Blackheath
- Craighall
- Craighall Park
- Emmarentia
- Greenside
- Hyde Park
- Linden
- Melville
- Parkview
- Parkwood
- Saxonwold
- Victory Park
Anxiety Counsellors
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.