Women's Issues Therapists in Parktown North
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.
I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who may be navigating a range of life challenges. My areas of interest include depression, anxiety, trauma, stress management, relationship difficulties, post-partum depression/anxiety and personal growth.
I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who may be navigating a range of life challenges. My areas of interest include depression, anxiety, trauma, stress management, relationship difficulties, post-partum depression/anxiety and personal growth.
Often we find ourselves responding to painful situations in ways that feel familiar but difficult to explain. We may repeat patterns in relationships, struggle with the same feelings, or feel stuck in ways we cannot fully understand. These difficulties becomes easier to navigate when there is room to explore them safely with another person. Therapy offers a professional, non-judgmental relationship that can help make these experiences more understandable and create opportunities for change.
Often we find ourselves responding to painful situations in ways that feel familiar but difficult to explain. We may repeat patterns in relationships, struggle with the same feelings, or feel stuck in ways we cannot fully understand. These difficulties becomes easier to navigate when there is room to explore them safely with another person. Therapy offers a professional, non-judgmental relationship that can help make these experiences more understandable and create opportunities for change.
I’m Brigitte Mentz, a counsellor, mediator, and corporate trainer with a deep interest in leadership, emotional resilience, and personal growth. I work with professionals, leaders, and individuals seeking clarity, confidence, and balance in both work and life.
If you’re feeling stuck, burnt out, or disconnected, despite outward success, you’re not alone. Many high-achieving individuals reach a point where the demands, decisions, and quiet pressure to keep performing begin to erode their sense of self. My role is to create a space where you can pause, reflect, and realign with who you are and who you want to become.
I’m Brigitte Mentz, a counsellor, mediator, and corporate trainer with a deep interest in leadership, emotional resilience, and personal growth. I work with professionals, leaders, and individuals seeking clarity, confidence, and balance in both work and life.
If you’re feeling stuck, burnt out, or disconnected, despite outward success, you’re not alone. Many high-achieving individuals reach a point where the demands, decisions, and quiet pressure to keep performing begin to erode their sense of self. My role is to create a space where you can pause, reflect, and realign with who you are and who you want to become.
In life, we face many challenges that affect us on different levels. These may include stress, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, trauma and many others. How we deal with these challenges is important so that we can be mentally and physically healthy and live fulfilling lives. Sometimes, we just need someone to lend an ear and other times we need a professional to guide us in our process of healing. When working with clients, I believe that each client has the internal resources that can facilitate change and that thorugh a safe and non - judgmental space this can be achieved.
In life, we face many challenges that affect us on different levels. These may include stress, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, trauma and many others. How we deal with these challenges is important so that we can be mentally and physically healthy and live fulfilling lives. Sometimes, we just need someone to lend an ear and other times we need a professional to guide us in our process of healing. When working with clients, I believe that each client has the internal resources that can facilitate change and that thorugh a safe and non - judgmental space this can be achieved.
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.
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 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.
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. Her approach is to work systemically to understand your life context, how you perceive and think about your relationships, life, and circumstances, and how these perspectives influence your thoughts, emotions, decisions, behaviours, and relationships. She takes a practical approach to supporting you in finding solutions, developing strategies, and gaining new perspectives, working in a solution-focused way, to assist you.
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. Her approach is to work systemically to understand your life context, how you perceive and think about your relationships, life, and circumstances, and how these perspectives influence your thoughts, emotions, decisions, behaviours, and relationships. She takes a practical approach to supporting you in finding solutions, developing strategies, and gaining new perspectives, working in a solution-focused way, to assist you.
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.
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 have a particular interest in loss and grief and completed a PhD in Psychology focusing on disenfranchised grief.
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 have a particular interest in loss and grief and completed a PhD in Psychology focusing on disenfranchised grief.
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.
Do you need - Strategies to overcome relationship conflicts in your personal or work life? - Couples or marriage counselling?- Assistance with changes taking place in your life ? Help in dealing with a loss? - Support with feeling of depression and loneliness? - Techniques to conquer feelings of shock after a traumatic event? I offer counselling at reasonable rates.
Do you need - Strategies to overcome relationship conflicts in your personal or work life? - Couples or marriage counselling?- Assistance with changes taking place in your life ? Help in dealing with a loss? - Support with feeling of depression and loneliness? - Techniques to conquer feelings of shock after a traumatic event? I offer counselling at reasonable rates.
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I see clients who are looking to heal through a holistic approach to mental wellness. The clients that I see are choosing to heal themselves and recreate themselves after divorce/breakups, co-dependency or abusive relationships. Some of my clients are doing the re-parenting in wellness program and finding direction and meaning again. They are building their self esteem as well as gaining deeper insight into who they are, why they have the patterns they have and how to replace them with healthier ones. Together we focus on breaking toxic cycles and rewriting your narrative.
I see clients who are looking to heal through a holistic approach to mental wellness. The clients that I see are choosing to heal themselves and recreate themselves after divorce/breakups, co-dependency or abusive relationships. Some of my clients are doing the re-parenting in wellness program and finding direction and meaning again. They are building their self esteem as well as gaining deeper insight into who they are, why they have the patterns they have and how to replace them with healthier ones. Together we focus on breaking toxic cycles and rewriting your narrative.
I like to work with individuals that realise that they need and deserve help, and someone who is ready and willing to work on themselves. Someone who wants to improve their coping mechanisms, their ability to manage stress, to manage their emotions, to deal with adjustment, to deal with change, to deal with past and current trauma, to learn to love and nurture themselves and improve their relationships wit others. People who want to shift old patterns that no longer serve them.
I like to work with individuals that realise that they need and deserve help, and someone who is ready and willing to work on themselves. Someone who wants to improve their coping mechanisms, their ability to manage stress, to manage their emotions, to deal with adjustment, to deal with change, to deal with past and current trauma, to learn to love and nurture themselves and improve their relationships wit others. People who want to shift old patterns that no longer serve them.
I work with adults living with the lasting effects of childhood trauma, chronic stress, and emotional overwhelm — including those who feel stuck in survival mode, disconnected from themselves, or repeating patterns in relationships and self-worth. Many feel they have lost their identity or never fully developed a sense of who they are.
I also work with women who feel lost — through motherhood, divorce, or simply years of putting everyone else first. My clients want more than insight. They want emotional stability, practical tools, healthier coping, and a grounded sense of direction and purpose — working with both the mind and body.
I work with adults living with the lasting effects of childhood trauma, chronic stress, and emotional overwhelm — including those who feel stuck in survival mode, disconnected from themselves, or repeating patterns in relationships and self-worth. Many feel they have lost their identity or never fully developed a sense of who they are.
I also work with women who feel lost — through motherhood, divorce, or simply years of putting everyone else first. My clients want more than insight. They want emotional stability, practical tools, healthier coping, and a grounded sense of direction and purpose — working with both the mind and body.
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Many of my clients experience deep spiritual questions and struggle to express it, thus carry it in silence. Sometimes they feel confused, ashamed, or disconnected from their faith. Some are unsure if it's even safe to ask some faith related questions or speak openly about their doubts. They often have guilt or spiritual pain from past events. People are searching for clarity, and reconnection—with themselves, with others, and God. I offer a safe, respectful space for them to talk without being judged and help them to rediscover a sense of spiritual grounding. Contact me if you need to reconnect.
Hi There!
Many of my clients experience deep spiritual questions and struggle to express it, thus carry it in silence. Sometimes they feel confused, ashamed, or disconnected from their faith. Some are unsure if it's even safe to ask some faith related questions or speak openly about their doubts. They often have guilt or spiritual pain from past events. People are searching for clarity, and reconnection—with themselves, with others, and God. I offer a safe, respectful space for them to talk without being judged and help them to rediscover a sense of spiritual grounding. Contact me if you need to reconnect.
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As a woman, I get how complex life can be. My aim is to provide quality, affordable, and flexible sessions for all women. I work best with those who are ready to invest in themselves and their mental health, explore different avenues of healing, have difficult conversations, and take meaningful steps toward lasting change.
Healing isn’t always easy; it takes strength, vulnerability, and commitment. But, together, it can be a beautiful experience. I adopt a gentle but structured and guided approach by using exercises and personalized resources to support your unique journey, leading to a healthier and happier you.
Welcome!
As a woman, I get how complex life can be. My aim is to provide quality, affordable, and flexible sessions for all women. I work best with those who are ready to invest in themselves and their mental health, explore different avenues of healing, have difficult conversations, and take meaningful steps toward lasting change.
Healing isn’t always easy; it takes strength, vulnerability, and commitment. But, together, it can be a beautiful experience. I adopt a gentle but structured and guided approach by using exercises and personalized resources to support your unique journey, leading to a healthier and happier you.
Maxine is an HPCSA registered Arts Therapist, Expressive Movement facilitator (somatic psychology) and Family Constellations practitioner (systems-theory) providing therapy to adults and couples in JHB or online. Her work bridges clinical practice with personal connection with a strong emphasis- and passion for eco-psychodynamic theories and creative expression. She has a special interest in holding space for life transitions and exploring relationships and intimacy through attachment and concepts of belonging. She approaches her work in a gentle, integrative, and client led manner - giving space for each unique story to unfold.
Maxine is an HPCSA registered Arts Therapist, Expressive Movement facilitator (somatic psychology) and Family Constellations practitioner (systems-theory) providing therapy to adults and couples in JHB or online. Her work bridges clinical practice with personal connection with a strong emphasis- and passion for eco-psychodynamic theories and creative expression. She has a special interest in holding space for life transitions and exploring relationships and intimacy through attachment and concepts of belonging. She approaches her work in a gentle, integrative, and client led manner - giving space for each unique story to unfold.
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist, Executive and Team Coach, who is passionate about facilitating inclusive and equitable health care for marginalised groups. I am able to create safe spaces for individuals and groups, to navigate emotional and behavioural challenges associated with transitions (e.g. coping with chronic health conditions). Our newly established social enterprise, BionicsForAfrika Healthcare (B4AHC), specialises in the provision of comprehensive Family Psycho-Social Care and Assistive Devices (prostheses and bionic limbs), to contribute towards the improvement of quality of life, of Differently Able children.
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist, Executive and Team Coach, who is passionate about facilitating inclusive and equitable health care for marginalised groups. I am able to create safe spaces for individuals and groups, to navigate emotional and behavioural challenges associated with transitions (e.g. coping with chronic health conditions). Our newly established social enterprise, BionicsForAfrika Healthcare (B4AHC), specialises in the provision of comprehensive Family Psycho-Social Care and Assistive Devices (prostheses and bionic limbs), to contribute towards the improvement of quality of life, of Differently Able children.
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.
Nearby Women's Issues Counsellors Searches for Parktown North
- Emmarentia
- Greenside
- Hyde Park
- Johannesburg
- Linden
- Northcliff
- Randburg
- Rosebank
- Sandhurst
- Sandown
- Saxonwold
- Victory Park
Women's Issues Counsellors
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realised.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.