Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Pretoria
Thulisile Ruth Moloi
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pretoria 0002
I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities, including person-centered therapy, existential therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness techniques.
My ideal client is an individual navigating through the complexities of modern life, often feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of work, relationships, and personal expectations. They may be experiencing anxiety, depression, or a sense of hopelessness, seeking a safe and non-judgmental space to explore their thoughts and emotions. They need practical tools and strategies to manage their mental health, build resilience, and foster a positive outlook on life. They desire to understand and break free from negative patterns, aiming for personal growth and emotional well-being.
I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities, including person-centered therapy, existential therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness techniques.
My ideal client is an individual navigating through the complexities of modern life, often feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of work, relationships, and personal expectations. They may be experiencing anxiety, depression, or a sense of hopelessness, seeking a safe and non-judgmental space to explore their thoughts and emotions. They need practical tools and strategies to manage their mental health, build resilience, and foster a positive outlook on life. They desire to understand and break free from negative patterns, aiming for personal growth and emotional well-being.
Incorporating mindfulness, interpersonal techniques, and stress management, we'll work through your personal issues at a pace you're comfortable with.
Life is filled with ups and downs that leave us feeling lost or overwhelmed. If you struggle with difficult emotions, anxiety, depression, or relationship issues, know that you're not alone. I offer a warm and welcoming space, rooted in compassion and understanding, where you can share your story without fear of judgment. I understand that reaching out for help can be daunting, but know that you're taking a courageous step toward healing and growth. Using DBT, CBT & Person-certred therapy - we'll embark on a journey of self-discovery and resilience, where your feelings are honored and your experiences are met with empathy.
Incorporating mindfulness, interpersonal techniques, and stress management, we'll work through your personal issues at a pace you're comfortable with.
Life is filled with ups and downs that leave us feeling lost or overwhelmed. If you struggle with difficult emotions, anxiety, depression, or relationship issues, know that you're not alone. I offer a warm and welcoming space, rooted in compassion and understanding, where you can share your story without fear of judgment. I understand that reaching out for help can be daunting, but know that you're taking a courageous step toward healing and growth. Using DBT, CBT & Person-certred therapy - we'll embark on a journey of self-discovery and resilience, where your feelings are honored and your experiences are met with empathy.
Suzaan Lourens Registered Counsellor
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Pretoria 0184
I mainly use a Person Centred approach to counselling combined with techniques from IMAGO, Gottman, BioPsychoSocial, Cognitive Behavioural/Rational Emotive Behavioural, Existentialism, Gestalt, Mindfulness and Narrative.
My areas of specialty include marriage/couple's counselling, counselling children using play therapeutic techniques, psychometric assessments to assist with career counselling and subject choice, suicidality, mood and behavioural changes, sexual identity concerns, transitions, family counselling, trauma, bereavement/grief/loss and anger management.
I mainly use a Person Centred approach to counselling combined with techniques from IMAGO, Gottman, BioPsychoSocial, Cognitive Behavioural/Rational Emotive Behavioural, Existentialism, Gestalt, Mindfulness and Narrative.
My areas of specialty include marriage/couple's counselling, counselling children using play therapeutic techniques, psychometric assessments to assist with career counselling and subject choice, suicidality, mood and behavioural changes, sexual identity concerns, transitions, family counselling, trauma, bereavement/grief/loss and anger management.
Michelle Townsend founded Mindfulness Matters, providing mindfulness classes, coaching, counselling and online services. Michelle studied at University of South Africa, and is also a certified mindfulness practitioner, coach and counsellor. Michelle has over 20 years experience, and has a passion for people and wellness, is dedicated to assisting her clients to live full, productive and happy lives by way of various therapeutic based coaching and counselling methods, tools and techniques.
Michelle Townsend founded Mindfulness Matters, providing mindfulness classes, coaching, counselling and online services. Michelle studied at University of South Africa, and is also a certified mindfulness practitioner, coach and counsellor. Michelle has over 20 years experience, and has a passion for people and wellness, is dedicated to assisting her clients to live full, productive and happy lives by way of various therapeutic based coaching and counselling methods, tools and techniques.
Do you feel emotionally exhausted & worn out by life? As Registered Wellness Counsellor, I provide a nurturing, compassionate space in which all ages and any issues, esp. depression, grief & PTSD are embraced in a spirit of unconditional care. I'll help you GROW and build your STORY towards wholeness through solution-focused CBT, Mindfulness Stress Reduction, Expressive Arts & Narrative. My work includes evidence-based assessments & reports...I am dedicated to help you stop self-sabotaging self-talk, to be free of unwarranted shame, fear; self-doubt & change unhelpful perceptions/attitudes. Start to feel BETTER & HEAL today...
Do you feel emotionally exhausted & worn out by life? As Registered Wellness Counsellor, I provide a nurturing, compassionate space in which all ages and any issues, esp. depression, grief & PTSD are embraced in a spirit of unconditional care. I'll help you GROW and build your STORY towards wholeness through solution-focused CBT, Mindfulness Stress Reduction, Expressive Arts & Narrative. My work includes evidence-based assessments & reports...I am dedicated to help you stop self-sabotaging self-talk, to be free of unwarranted shame, fear; self-doubt & change unhelpful perceptions/attitudes. Start to feel BETTER & HEAL today...
Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Pretoria 0084
Our Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic provides comprehensive psychological evaluations and therapy to kids, teenagers, adults, and seniors. We provide trauma informed individual, couples, group, and family sessions including yoga, mindfulness sessions, and art therapy. We are specialists in trauma informed therapy and our practice provides individual and group therapy services to survivors of human trafficking, domestic violence, and violent crimes. Our licensed and skilled team of therapists is devoted to providing quality services and our social justice team is committed to seeing you thrive in the community.
Our Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic provides comprehensive psychological evaluations and therapy to kids, teenagers, adults, and seniors. We provide trauma informed individual, couples, group, and family sessions including yoga, mindfulness sessions, and art therapy. We are specialists in trauma informed therapy and our practice provides individual and group therapy services to survivors of human trafficking, domestic violence, and violent crimes. Our licensed and skilled team of therapists is devoted to providing quality services and our social justice team is committed to seeing you thrive in the community.
Tamaria Counselling
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Pretoria 0002
Do you feel stuck in life or overwhelmed by everyday life demands? Talking to a health professional that cares about your well-being can be helpful. We help individuals and organizations by providing counselling, trauma debriefing, pre-marital & marital counselling, educational training programs, and psychotherapy to assist in the adaptation to different environments, promote cohesiveness in groups, as well as coping with everyday stressors.
Do you feel stuck in life or overwhelmed by everyday life demands? Talking to a health professional that cares about your well-being can be helpful. We help individuals and organizations by providing counselling, trauma debriefing, pre-marital & marital counselling, educational training programs, and psychotherapy to assist in the adaptation to different environments, promote cohesiveness in groups, as well as coping with everyday stressors.
We are living in a world where life challenges can overshadow our mental health , that is where our services comes in. We enables people to cope with the stressors of life. We are committed to fostering resilience. Our mission is to facilitate self-discovery, equipping individuals with the tools to navigate life's challenges. Together, we will regenerate, reclaiming control and embracing a journey of growth and empowerment. As we foster self- awareness , nurturing resilience, we believe this will ignite the power within individuals to take control of their daily challenges. We look forward to embarking on this journey together,
We are living in a world where life challenges can overshadow our mental health , that is where our services comes in. We enables people to cope with the stressors of life. We are committed to fostering resilience. Our mission is to facilitate self-discovery, equipping individuals with the tools to navigate life's challenges. Together, we will regenerate, reclaiming control and embracing a journey of growth and empowerment. As we foster self- awareness , nurturing resilience, we believe this will ignite the power within individuals to take control of their daily challenges. We look forward to embarking on this journey together,
My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy ,compassion, recognising, and appreciating the complexities of the human functioning. Access to psychotherapy is an investment not only for ourselves but for our loved ones. I am HPCSA registered and licensed Clinical Psychologist with the ability to build rapport to facilitate client insight and growth. I am a multilingual and skilled to work within a multicultural context, with individuals, groups, couples and families.
My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy ,compassion, recognising, and appreciating the complexities of the human functioning. Access to psychotherapy is an investment not only for ourselves but for our loved ones. I am HPCSA registered and licensed Clinical Psychologist with the ability to build rapport to facilitate client insight and growth. I am a multilingual and skilled to work within a multicultural context, with individuals, groups, couples and families.
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.
Academic Qualifications and Registration Completed her MA (Counselling Psychology) at Rhodes University in 2014 and is registered as a Counselling Psychologist with the HPCSA (PS 0123757). Has post qualification training in impact therapy, NBI and and BWRT (Brain Working Recursive Therapy- Level 1) Work Experience Has worked with a wide student population in various Higher Learning Institutions. She is an educator at a private Higher Learning Institution (SACAP) and engages with a diverse student population within this environment. She joined Pretoria Psychologists in 2018.
Academic Qualifications and Registration Completed her MA (Counselling Psychology) at Rhodes University in 2014 and is registered as a Counselling Psychologist with the HPCSA (PS 0123757). Has post qualification training in impact therapy, NBI and and BWRT (Brain Working Recursive Therapy- Level 1) Work Experience Has worked with a wide student population in various Higher Learning Institutions. She is an educator at a private Higher Learning Institution (SACAP) and engages with a diverse student population within this environment. She joined Pretoria Psychologists in 2018.
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Estelle Holworthy
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pretoria 0184
Are you ready to unleash your potential and rediscover your best self? Meet your trusted ally in the journey towards personal growth and resilience. As a seasoned multicultural counsellor, I bring a wealth of experience in empowering clients from all walks of life. Whether you're grappling with motivation, feeling swamped by life's demands, or navigating through profound challenges like trauma, grief, or conflict, I offer a safe haven for your journey. Let's embark on this transformative path together, where you can find solace, strength, and the tools to thrive.
Are you ready to unleash your potential and rediscover your best self? Meet your trusted ally in the journey towards personal growth and resilience. As a seasoned multicultural counsellor, I bring a wealth of experience in empowering clients from all walks of life. Whether you're grappling with motivation, feeling swamped by life's demands, or navigating through profound challenges like trauma, grief, or conflict, I offer a safe haven for your journey. Let's embark on this transformative path together, where you can find solace, strength, and the tools to thrive.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist who welcomes all individuals to my practice. Everyone’s emotional well-being and mental health is important; regardless of your race, gender/gender expression, religious beliefs, or physical attributes. I offer psychotherapy to individuals (children included)/couples/families and groups. To me, psychotherapy is a collaborative process that assists with facilitating self–and-emotional awareness, insight development, empowering autonomy, providing psychological support through the process of self-actualization. In other words, psychotherapy facilitates GROWTH!
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist who welcomes all individuals to my practice. Everyone’s emotional well-being and mental health is important; regardless of your race, gender/gender expression, religious beliefs, or physical attributes. I offer psychotherapy to individuals (children included)/couples/families and groups. To me, psychotherapy is a collaborative process that assists with facilitating self–and-emotional awareness, insight development, empowering autonomy, providing psychological support through the process of self-actualization. In other words, psychotherapy facilitates GROWTH!
Letta Selamolela: Letta Consulting Solutions
Psychologist, MSc, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Pretoria 0002
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression or any emotional distress. You can receive online psychotherapy and any form psychotherapy
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression or any emotional distress. You can receive online psychotherapy and any form psychotherapy
Hi, my name is Bronwyn Taylor and my role is to make psychological services accessible to the diverse South African population and to provide psychological and preventative interventions that focus on support and promote the enhancement of well being in community contexts. Some services offered ·Brainspotting (Accredited) ·Brain Working Recursive Therapy (Accredited) ·Individual and group counselling ·Depression and anxiety management ·24/7 mobile unit ·Emergency / Acute Trauma Counselling ·Screening and containment ·School readiness and Aptitude assessments ·Anger management, stress management, impulse control· grief counselling.
Hi, my name is Bronwyn Taylor and my role is to make psychological services accessible to the diverse South African population and to provide psychological and preventative interventions that focus on support and promote the enhancement of well being in community contexts. Some services offered ·Brainspotting (Accredited) ·Brain Working Recursive Therapy (Accredited) ·Individual and group counselling ·Depression and anxiety management ·24/7 mobile unit ·Emergency / Acute Trauma Counselling ·Screening and containment ·School readiness and Aptitude assessments ·Anger management, stress management, impulse control· grief counselling.
I am a qualified modern therapist, academic and social researcher who believes in holistic counselling and healing. I am able to combine African spirituality with Western therapeutic approaches to ensure that my clients benefit from a combination of the two. I thrive in individual counselling, couple's counselling, divorce counselling, trauma counselling and family counselling, life coaching as well as corporate training, executive coaching, conflict resolution and mediation, change management and facilitation. I firmly believe that therapy should empower one to make decisions, develop new behavioural patterns and value systems.
I am a qualified modern therapist, academic and social researcher who believes in holistic counselling and healing. I am able to combine African spirituality with Western therapeutic approaches to ensure that my clients benefit from a combination of the two. I thrive in individual counselling, couple's counselling, divorce counselling, trauma counselling and family counselling, life coaching as well as corporate training, executive coaching, conflict resolution and mediation, change management and facilitation. I firmly believe that therapy should empower one to make decisions, develop new behavioural patterns and value systems.
As a therapist I solely believe in the following: “Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it’s faced” - James Baldwin. I have confidence in the fact that each of us has an inner voice, the necessary strength and ‘resilience’ to become the best versions of ourselves and to conquer life’s challenges, we just need a little bit of love and guidance to help us out of that ‘lost’ feeling.
As a therapist I solely believe in the following: “Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it’s faced” - James Baldwin. I have confidence in the fact that each of us has an inner voice, the necessary strength and ‘resilience’ to become the best versions of ourselves and to conquer life’s challenges, we just need a little bit of love and guidance to help us out of that ‘lost’ feeling.
Mental health is an integral part of everyday life hence my practice provides professional support and guidance to address emotional, psychological, and behavioural difficulties. It uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and psychological assessment tools to help individuals, couples, athletes, learners, members of the LGBTQI community, families, and groups to understand and manage their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours in a way that promotes emotional well-being and personal growth.
Mental health is an integral part of everyday life hence my practice provides professional support and guidance to address emotional, psychological, and behavioural difficulties. It uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and psychological assessment tools to help individuals, couples, athletes, learners, members of the LGBTQI community, families, and groups to understand and manage their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours in a way that promotes emotional well-being and personal growth.
You may be wondering about or struggling with life issues, chronic illness, anxiety, mood disorders or even with others in your life. If you experience relational difficulties, loss or problems with love, therapy may be beneficial to you. Or you may not have these issues but want to feel more grounded and have pressing questions or feel uncertain in which case you could also benefit from therapy. As I am in Auckland New Zealand, I am only available for pnline sessions.
You may be wondering about or struggling with life issues, chronic illness, anxiety, mood disorders or even with others in your life. If you experience relational difficulties, loss or problems with love, therapy may be beneficial to you. Or you may not have these issues but want to feel more grounded and have pressing questions or feel uncertain in which case you could also benefit from therapy. As I am in Auckland New Zealand, I am only available for pnline sessions.
I am a registered wellness counsellor registered with ASCHP. I believe that we all have a past, but we are not the past. Life gives each person a unique challenge that affects their self-esteem. I am passionate about bringing hope into people's lives by offering much-needed support and helping individuals create a sense of well-being and inner peace. I show empathy, compassion and give support to clients through self-empowerment, psycho social support, self-discovery, journey with them in discovering their potential and purpose.For someone to seek help is bravery, a non judgmental therapeutic environment is important and comforting.
I am a registered wellness counsellor registered with ASCHP. I believe that we all have a past, but we are not the past. Life gives each person a unique challenge that affects their self-esteem. I am passionate about bringing hope into people's lives by offering much-needed support and helping individuals create a sense of well-being and inner peace. I show empathy, compassion and give support to clients through self-empowerment, psycho social support, self-discovery, journey with them in discovering their potential and purpose.For someone to seek help is bravery, a non judgmental therapeutic environment is important and comforting.
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counsellors
How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.
When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behaviour through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviours and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.
Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioural habits.