Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Pretoria
I offer psychological counselling to adolescents, young adults, adults and the elderly, who are living with trauma, stress, burnout, adjustment difficulties, grief, and life (study/work) skills challenges.
I am a Registered Counsellor who uses client-centred approach to support clients through their challenging times, help them build insight, and eventually move forward past the challenges.
I offer psychological counselling to adolescents, young adults, adults and the elderly, who are living with trauma, stress, burnout, adjustment difficulties, grief, and life (study/work) skills challenges.
I am a Registered Counsellor who uses client-centred approach to support clients through their challenging times, help them build insight, and eventually move forward past the challenges.
I offer a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgement. I work with individuals facing anxiety, substance use, and life challenges, using a collaborative, client-centred approach. My work is grounded in evidence-based therapies like CBT, while also considering your unique experiences and relationships. Together, we focus on building insight, practical coping skills, and meaningful change.
I offer a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgement. I work with individuals facing anxiety, substance use, and life challenges, using a collaborative, client-centred approach. My work is grounded in evidence-based therapies like CBT, while also considering your unique experiences and relationships. Together, we focus on building insight, practical coping skills, and meaningful change.
You don't have to keep pretending you're okay when you're carrying emotional pain, unresolved trauma, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, or the weight of overwhelming life experiences.
I help clients heal from trauma and emotional wounds using a neuroscience-informed, holistic approach. Through guided self-awareness, nervous system regulation, and evidence-based healing tools, I support you in understanding your patterns, releasing emotional pain, and creating lasting inner balance and peace.
You don't have to keep pretending you're okay when you're carrying emotional pain, unresolved trauma, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, or the weight of overwhelming life experiences.
I help clients heal from trauma and emotional wounds using a neuroscience-informed, holistic approach. Through guided self-awareness, nervous system regulation, and evidence-based healing tools, I support you in understanding your patterns, releasing emotional pain, and creating lasting inner balance and peace.
I am a qualified Social Worker, Counsellor and Employee Wellness Practitioner with over 10 years of experience in social development, psychosocial support, employee wellbeing, trauma support and community-based interventions.
Empowering lives, one step at a time: Qualified Social Worker and Employee Wellness Practitioner with over 10 years of experience in trauma support and psychosocial interventions.
Over a decade of experience, this service assists those facing relationship difficulties, seeking emotional healing, or navigating significant life transitions.
My passion is helping individuals, families and employees navigate emotional challenges, life transitions, workplace stress and personal healing.
I am a qualified Social Worker, Counsellor and Employee Wellness Practitioner with over 10 years of experience in social development, psychosocial support, employee wellbeing, trauma support and community-based interventions.
Empowering lives, one step at a time: Qualified Social Worker and Employee Wellness Practitioner with over 10 years of experience in trauma support and psychosocial interventions.
Over a decade of experience, this service assists those facing relationship difficulties, seeking emotional healing, or navigating significant life transitions.
My passion is helping individuals, families and employees navigate emotional challenges, life transitions, workplace stress and personal healing.
I specialize in addressing Trauma, Addiction, Anxiety, Stress, and Depression, and I will customize my approach to meet your individual needs.
For over 15 years, I’ve been helping people work through life’s toughest challenges. I know it can feel overwhelming to take that first step, but I’m here to provide a safe, understanding space where you’ll always feel heard and supported.
My approach is warm and compassionate, focused on meeting you where you are. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you, using proven tools to help you feel more balanced and in control.
You don’t have to face these challenges alone. Let’s start this journey together and move toward a life that feels lighter, more manageable, and fulfilling.
I specialize in addressing Trauma, Addiction, Anxiety, Stress, and Depression, and I will customize my approach to meet your individual needs.
For over 15 years, I’ve been helping people work through life’s toughest challenges. I know it can feel overwhelming to take that first step, but I’m here to provide a safe, understanding space where you’ll always feel heard and supported.
My approach is warm and compassionate, focused on meeting you where you are. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you, using proven tools to help you feel more balanced and in control.
You don’t have to face these challenges alone. Let’s start this journey together and move toward a life that feels lighter, more manageable, and fulfilling.
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.
As a registered Specialist Wellness Counsellor (ASCHP) with over 40 years of experience in counselling individuals, couples, and families through various hardships and traumas, I offer guidance and tools to help you heal, strengthen your connections, and build a more fulfilling life.
Are you ready to find more peace, happiness, and genuine connection in your life? We all face seasons where conflict, anxiety, grief or sadness leave us feeling stuck or disconnected. You don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to help you find clarity, calm, and healing through compassionate online counselling. In our sessions, you’ll have a safe space where your feelings are heard and valued. Together, we’ll explore patterns, strengthen relationships, and find practical tools to navigate your emotional challenges. My goal is to walk alongside you, empowering you to create meaningful change and rediscover balance and joy in your life
As a registered Specialist Wellness Counsellor (ASCHP) with over 40 years of experience in counselling individuals, couples, and families through various hardships and traumas, I offer guidance and tools to help you heal, strengthen your connections, and build a more fulfilling life.
Are you ready to find more peace, happiness, and genuine connection in your life? We all face seasons where conflict, anxiety, grief or sadness leave us feeling stuck or disconnected. You don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to help you find clarity, calm, and healing through compassionate online counselling. In our sessions, you’ll have a safe space where your feelings are heard and valued. Together, we’ll explore patterns, strengthen relationships, and find practical tools to navigate your emotional challenges. My goal is to walk alongside you, empowering you to create meaningful change and rediscover balance and joy in your life
I work with adult and teen clients who have or suspect ADHD, as well as trauma.
I am a Foreign-trained professional with expertise in neuropsychology. Not registered with HPCSA. As a Specialist Neurodiversity Consultant, I assist adolescents and adults with psychoeducational support, advocacy, and skills setting to thrive. The field of neurodiversity is my passion.
If you need guidance to move forward, let me help you get unstuck and start growing.
I work with adult and teen clients who have or suspect ADHD, as well as trauma.
I am a Foreign-trained professional with expertise in neuropsychology. Not registered with HPCSA. As a Specialist Neurodiversity Consultant, I assist adolescents and adults with psychoeducational support, advocacy, and skills setting to thrive. The field of neurodiversity is my passion.
If you need guidance to move forward, let me help you get unstuck and start growing.
My specialty ranges from grief and loss, trauma, stress, depression, relationship problems, self-esteem, and confidence building, as well as financial and business coaching.
Welcome, if you're feeling stuck or overwhelmed, you're not alone. Life can be challenging, and sometimes we all need a little extra support. My practice provides a confidential and supportive environment where you can safely address your concerns. My commitment is to provide compassionate, personalized care to help you move towards greater well-being and peace of mind. I'm here when you're ready.
My approach is called Solution-focused Therapy, where we'll focus on identifying your strengths, resources, and what's already working well for you. Our goal will be to co-create solutions and build towards the future you desire.
My specialty ranges from grief and loss, trauma, stress, depression, relationship problems, self-esteem, and confidence building, as well as financial and business coaching.
Welcome, if you're feeling stuck or overwhelmed, you're not alone. Life can be challenging, and sometimes we all need a little extra support. My practice provides a confidential and supportive environment where you can safely address your concerns. My commitment is to provide compassionate, personalized care to help you move towards greater well-being and peace of mind. I'm here when you're ready.
My approach is called Solution-focused Therapy, where we'll focus on identifying your strengths, resources, and what's already working well for you. Our goal will be to co-create solutions and build towards the future you desire.
Marésa Kolesky is a counselling psychologist who offers in-person and online therapy for individuals and couples. She works with adolescents, adults, and older adults facing a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties — from stress, adjustment challenges, and relationship concerns to more complex presentations such as trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders.
Her approach is integrative and person-centred, grounded in empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based practice and draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and humanistic frameworks.
Marésa Kolesky is a counselling psychologist who offers in-person and online therapy for individuals and couples. She works with adolescents, adults, and older adults facing a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties — from stress, adjustment challenges, and relationship concerns to more complex presentations such as trauma, mood, and anxiety disorders.
Her approach is integrative and person-centred, grounded in empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based practice and draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and humanistic frameworks.
Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
We are specialists in trauma-informed therapy, and our practice provides individual, group, and family therapy services to survivors of domestic violence and violent crimes.
We are experts on trauma and mental health. We offer registered clinical physiologists and counselors to complete evaluations and therapy. We also have educational psychologists which can provide educational assessment and therapy services. Together with our social justice team we help community members heal and thrive!
We are specialists in trauma-informed therapy, and our practice provides individual, group, and family therapy services to survivors of domestic violence and violent crimes.
We are experts on trauma and mental health. We offer registered clinical physiologists and counselors to complete evaluations and therapy. We also have educational psychologists which can provide educational assessment and therapy services. Together with our social justice team we help community members heal and thrive!
Over the years, I have worked with individuals navigating a wide range of issues, including trauma, grief and bereavement, stress, low mood, anxiety, and anger.
Why Counselling?
Because being human is not always easy.
We are all sensitive beings, shaped by experiences that touch the deepest parts of who we are. Life brings challenges, change, loss, and moments that can feel too heavy to carry alone.
Counselling offers a safe, compassionate space to pause — to be seen, heard, and understood. It’s not about fixing you; it’s about helping you reconnect with your own strength, clarity, and capacity for growth.
Over the years, I have worked with individuals navigating a wide range of issues, including trauma, grief and bereavement, stress, low mood, anxiety, and anger.
Why Counselling?
Because being human is not always easy.
We are all sensitive beings, shaped by experiences that touch the deepest parts of who we are. Life brings challenges, change, loss, and moments that can feel too heavy to carry alone.
Counselling offers a safe, compassionate space to pause — to be seen, heard, and understood. It’s not about fixing you; it’s about helping you reconnect with your own strength, clarity, and capacity for growth.
A Clinical Psychologist who aims to enhance & promote optimal psychological functioning by providing face to face psychological consultations.
A Clinical Psychologist who aims to enhance & promote optimal psychological functioning by providing face to face psychological consultations.
Individual Counselling, Relationship Counselling, Couples Counselling, Depression, Stress and anxiety, Borderline Personality, Adjustment related difficulties, Anger management, Bereavement and grief work, Childhood-related issues, Chronic pain management / chronic illness, Dealing with divorce, Occupational/workplace related issues, Trauma – acute and long.
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.
Individual Counselling, Relationship Counselling, Couples Counselling, Depression, Stress and anxiety, Borderline Personality, Adjustment related difficulties, Anger management, Bereavement and grief work, Childhood-related issues, Chronic pain management / chronic illness, Dealing with divorce, Occupational/workplace related issues, Trauma – acute and long.
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.
My interests include working with individuals, couples and groups on varied issues such as trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, grief and bereavement, marital problems, and relational, and attachment problems.
We all need a safe space to talk about our life challenges without the fear of being judged or worried about confidentiality. I am a counselling psychologist registered with the HPCSA and have been thriving in providing psychological services in private practice and higher education for more than 10 years.
My interests include working with individuals, couples and groups on varied issues such as trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, grief and bereavement, marital problems, and relational, and attachment problems.
We all need a safe space to talk about our life challenges without the fear of being judged or worried about confidentiality. I am a counselling psychologist registered with the HPCSA and have been thriving in providing psychological services in private practice and higher education for more than 10 years.
Providing confidential and compassionate counselling online, on-site and at my office in Somerset West for Palliative Care, Burnout, Trauma, Chronic Illnesses, Life Adjustments or new medical diagnosis.
My ideal clients are individuals and families navigating chronic illness, serious medical diagnoses, or palliative care journeys. They may feel overwhelmed, anxious, or uncertain about the future, and need a supportive space to process emotions, make sense of difficult decisions, and regain stability. Many are also caregivers carrying heavy responsibilities. They want compassionate guidance and meaningful conversations that help them find clarity, resilience, and a sense of purpose during challenging times.
Providing confidential and compassionate counselling online, on-site and at my office in Somerset West for Palliative Care, Burnout, Trauma, Chronic Illnesses, Life Adjustments or new medical diagnosis.
My ideal clients are individuals and families navigating chronic illness, serious medical diagnoses, or palliative care journeys. They may feel overwhelmed, anxious, or uncertain about the future, and need a supportive space to process emotions, make sense of difficult decisions, and regain stability. Many are also caregivers carrying heavy responsibilities. They want compassionate guidance and meaningful conversations that help them find clarity, resilience, and a sense of purpose during challenging times.
At my practice (Child and Family Guidance and Development Center) in Mafikeng, I focus on helping children, adolescents, individuals, couples, and families to function optimally. At the Center we offer Individual- Family and Couples- Adolescent and Children's counseling and therapies; Psychological Assessments; Workshops; Remedial and Extra lessons. My main research interests are neuro-developmental disorders (Dyslexia, Autism, ADHD), Maths achievement, Resilience, Emotional intelligence, and career guidance. We also offer leadership identification and development for small enterprises and corporates.
At my practice (Child and Family Guidance and Development Center) in Mafikeng, I focus on helping children, adolescents, individuals, couples, and families to function optimally. At the Center we offer Individual- Family and Couples- Adolescent and Children's counseling and therapies; Psychological Assessments; Workshops; Remedial and Extra lessons. My main research interests are neuro-developmental disorders (Dyslexia, Autism, ADHD), Maths achievement, Resilience, Emotional intelligence, and career guidance. We also offer leadership identification and development for small enterprises and corporates.
Starting therapy is a courageous and very important step. It is possible that you have experienced a variety of losses, changed how you normally feel, or felt a strong desire to understand more about and appreciate who you are. Counselling is a setting that can be useful for navigating these situations, discovering new identities, and getting over obstacles in life. The main objective of therapy is to essentially improve the client's relationship with themselves and the outside world, in addition to helping them realize their goals. We assist clients in pursuing their ideal quality of life during therapy.
Starting therapy is a courageous and very important step. It is possible that you have experienced a variety of losses, changed how you normally feel, or felt a strong desire to understand more about and appreciate who you are. Counselling is a setting that can be useful for navigating these situations, discovering new identities, and getting over obstacles in life. The main objective of therapy is to essentially improve the client's relationship with themselves and the outside world, in addition to helping them realize their goals. We assist clients in pursuing their ideal quality of life during therapy.
Struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, or internal conflict can leave you feeling confused, fatigued, numb, and unmotivated, leading to self-sabotage.
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) or unresolved childhood trauma can significantly impact adulthood, damaging quality of life and relationships. Through Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT), individuals can access the root cause of their issues via the subconscious mind, rewiring, and recoding their thoughts for a transformed way
Struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, or internal conflict can leave you feeling confused, fatigued, numb, and unmotivated, leading to self-sabotage.
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) or unresolved childhood trauma can significantly impact adulthood, damaging quality of life and relationships. Through Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT), individuals can access the root cause of their issues via the subconscious mind, rewiring, and recoding their thoughts for a transformed way
Life can feel overwhelming, confusing, or even stuck at times—especially when you're carrying it all alone. Whether you are facing anxiety or burnout, navigating relationship challenges as a couple or family, managing the stresses of parenting, helping a child cope with the demands of school, or simply feeling uncertain about your next step, you deserve a safe and supportive space to pause, reflect, and be truly heard Many of my clients come to counselling because they want to feel more grounded, connected, and in control of their lives again.
Life can feel overwhelming, confusing, or even stuck at times—especially when you're carrying it all alone. Whether you are facing anxiety or burnout, navigating relationship challenges as a couple or family, managing the stresses of parenting, helping a child cope with the demands of school, or simply feeling uncertain about your next step, you deserve a safe and supportive space to pause, reflect, and be truly heard Many of my clients come to counselling because they want to feel more grounded, connected, and in control of their lives again.
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