Psychologists and Therapists for Adults in Rivonia

Ellenecia Buitendacht
General Counsellor, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
Rivonia 2128
I have experience in helping adults, teens, and families.
Maybe you feel disconnected, anxious, or "stuck" despite the best of efforts. You’re tired of just getting by and you want to stop the cycle of overthinking and regain a sense of clarity and peace. This is a collaborative space where we move beyond the basic surface-level talk to address the root of your patterns. Together, we can build the road toward a life that feels authentic and safe. If you're ready to trade survival for genuine resilience, let’s connect for a free consultation.
I have experience in helping adults, teens, and families.
Maybe you feel disconnected, anxious, or "stuck" despite the best of efforts. You’re tired of just getting by and you want to stop the cycle of overthinking and regain a sense of clarity and peace. This is a collaborative space where we move beyond the basic surface-level talk to address the root of your patterns. Together, we can build the road toward a life that feels authentic and safe. If you're ready to trade survival for genuine resilience, let’s connect for a free consultation.
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Julia Kuhn
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Rivonia 2128
It takes some courage to take the decision to come to psychotherapy. You may have experienced a sudden painful disruption in your life which has thrown into question your beliefs about your relationships, yourself and the world, creating a loss of safety. Or perhaps the difficult feelings have been building over time, but you can no longer push them out of mind and tell yourself to bear it and carry on. It can feel both hopeful and frightening to come to therapy. The thought of talking about very personal things to a stranger is understandably anxiety provoking and the need for emotional safety to do so, is essential.
It takes some courage to take the decision to come to psychotherapy. You may have experienced a sudden painful disruption in your life which has thrown into question your beliefs about your relationships, yourself and the world, creating a loss of safety. Or perhaps the difficult feelings have been building over time, but you can no longer push them out of mind and tell yourself to bear it and carry on. It can feel both hopeful and frightening to come to therapy. The thought of talking about very personal things to a stranger is understandably anxiety provoking and the need for emotional safety to do so, is essential.
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Cayley Wood (Jorgensen)
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Rivonia 2191
"We can choose to throw stones, to stumble on them, to climb over them, or to build with them." Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by the stones in your path? Don't worry, you are not alone and you don't have to do this alone. I believe in a strengths-based counselling approach, emphasizing the resources that my clients possess and how these can be applied to a positive change process. As a Registered Counsellor, my focus is on providing supportive counselling services, the promotion of mental health and wellbeing, psychological screening and assessment, as well as psychoeducation.
"We can choose to throw stones, to stumble on them, to climb over them, or to build with them." Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by the stones in your path? Don't worry, you are not alone and you don't have to do this alone. I believe in a strengths-based counselling approach, emphasizing the resources that my clients possess and how these can be applied to a positive change process. As a Registered Counsellor, my focus is on providing supportive counselling services, the promotion of mental health and wellbeing, psychological screening and assessment, as well as psychoeducation.
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Chris Glover
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have a special interest in working with adults and couples struggling to process past traumas, navigate a crisis or break free of destructive patterns.
I work to facilitate a collaborative healing process where you feel safe to explore and process your painful experiences and have a healthier relationship with yourself. This will help you break free of destructive patterns, have greater harmony between emotions, overcome conflict and increase connection in relationships.
I have a special interest in working with adults and couples struggling to process past traumas, navigate a crisis or break free of destructive patterns.
I work to facilitate a collaborative healing process where you feel safe to explore and process your painful experiences and have a healthier relationship with yourself. This will help you break free of destructive patterns, have greater harmony between emotions, overcome conflict and increase connection in relationships.
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Rumbie Chinwadzimba
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Serves Area
My counselling practice is a welcoming and inclusive space where people from all walks of life can feel heard, supported, and understood. I work with individuals who may be navigating challenges such as personal growth, maternal mental health concerns, life transitions and adjustments, work–life balance, relationship difficulties, stress, and many of the other complexities that life can bring. My aim is to provide a safe, compassionate environment where you can explore your experiences, gain greater self-understanding, and develop practical ways to manage life's challenges.
My counselling practice is a welcoming and inclusive space where people from all walks of life can feel heard, supported, and understood. I work with individuals who may be navigating challenges such as personal growth, maternal mental health concerns, life transitions and adjustments, work–life balance, relationship difficulties, stress, and many of the other complexities that life can bring. My aim is to provide a safe, compassionate environment where you can explore your experiences, gain greater self-understanding, and develop practical ways to manage life's challenges.
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Alida Bonnet
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I work with teenagers, young adults and adults.
I am keenly interested in every person that comes to my space. Areas that I typically work with involve trauma, childhood abuse, bullying, migration or emigration, stress management and burnout, self-esteem, adjustment issues, relationships, anxiety, low mood, depression, bereavement, and health psychology.
I work with teenagers, young adults and adults.
I am keenly interested in every person that comes to my space. Areas that I typically work with involve trauma, childhood abuse, bullying, migration or emigration, stress management and burnout, self-esteem, adjustment issues, relationships, anxiety, low mood, depression, bereavement, and health psychology.
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Lloyd Ripley-Evans
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Online Only
Human relationships form the foundations of all dynamics that we engage with on a daily basis, at home, at work, and when we play. The better you understand the fundamentals of relationships (both intrapersonal and interpersonal) the better you are able to effectively and positively influence them.
Human relationships form the foundations of all dynamics that we engage with on a daily basis, at home, at work, and when we play. The better you understand the fundamentals of relationships (both intrapersonal and interpersonal) the better you are able to effectively and positively influence them.
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Dr. Jody Eiser
General Counsellor, PhD, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Serves Area
I hold a Doctorate in Psychology and bring over 20 years of experience working across trauma-focused settings, including crisis lines and private practice. Throughout my career, I have been committed to supporting individuals facing complex emotional and psychological challenges. My work integrates academic training with practical experience, allowing me to offer a holistic, compassionate approach to healing. By blending evidence-based psychological frameworks with integrative practices, I aim to support meaningful and sustainable transformation for those I work with.
I hold a Doctorate in Psychology and bring over 20 years of experience working across trauma-focused settings, including crisis lines and private practice. Throughout my career, I have been committed to supporting individuals facing complex emotional and psychological challenges. My work integrates academic training with practical experience, allowing me to offer a holistic, compassionate approach to healing. By blending evidence-based psychological frameworks with integrative practices, I aim to support meaningful and sustainable transformation for those I work with.
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Dr. Hmrithi Jairam
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Dr Jairam works with adults and couples and she believes that through effective communication, the conversation around mental health can become one of acceptance, openness, and respect.
Our Clinical Psychologist, Dr Hmrithi Jairam offers sessions for adults and couples.
Dr Jairam works with adults and couples and she believes that through effective communication, the conversation around mental health can become one of acceptance, openness, and respect.
Our Clinical Psychologist, Dr Hmrithi Jairam offers sessions for adults and couples.
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Melanie Vivienne Anthony
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
I offer short and long-term therapy for adults, adolescents and couples, focus on providing a kind, thoughtful and non-judgemental space within which to work with my clients.
I am a psychologist in private practice in Morningside, Johannesburg. I specialize in the treatment of individuals and couples. I treat a wide variety of psychological difficulties using an integrated approach: person-centered, modifying my approach according to the clients needs. CBT, Solution focus, Existential, Reality therapy, REBT, BWRT.
I offer short and long-term therapy for adults, adolescents and couples, focus on providing a kind, thoughtful and non-judgemental space within which to work with my clients.
I am a psychologist in private practice in Morningside, Johannesburg. I specialize in the treatment of individuals and couples. I treat a wide variety of psychological difficulties using an integrated approach: person-centered, modifying my approach according to the clients needs. CBT, Solution focus, Existential, Reality therapy, REBT, BWRT.
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Nuzel Botha
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
Serves Area
I strive to create a warm and comfortable environment in which you can feel accepted & free to express your deepest feelings, thoughts and fears. Through narrative therapy, in which you tell me your life story, I help you become the hero, and survivor instead of the victim. My goal is to uncover opportunities for growth and development, find meaning, and for you to understand yourself better. The aim is to separate the individual from the problem, allowing you to externalize your issues rather than internalize them. As counsellor I provide vital support as you make your way through this journey of self-actualization and growth.
I strive to create a warm and comfortable environment in which you can feel accepted & free to express your deepest feelings, thoughts and fears. Through narrative therapy, in which you tell me your life story, I help you become the hero, and survivor instead of the victim. My goal is to uncover opportunities for growth and development, find meaning, and for you to understand yourself better. The aim is to separate the individual from the problem, allowing you to externalize your issues rather than internalize them. As counsellor I provide vital support as you make your way through this journey of self-actualization and growth.
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Bronwen L Davies
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I work with adults of all ages.
Do you need help with any of the following: Depression, or other mood disorders? Anxiety or stress? Relationship difficulties? Grief and bereavement? Coping with cancer, as a patient or family member? Personal growth and self acceptance? Religious trauma or de-converting from religion? Gender identity?
I work with adults of all ages.
Do you need help with any of the following: Depression, or other mood disorders? Anxiety or stress? Relationship difficulties? Grief and bereavement? Coping with cancer, as a patient or family member? Personal growth and self acceptance? Religious trauma or de-converting from religion? Gender identity?
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Dr Diane Preddy psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
I have been working as a counselling psychologist since 1987 and have experience with adult individuals, relationships and groups.
My specialty is in understanding human nature and assisting you to do the same. Whether the situation is chronic or acute we can deal with it together to increase your self control, esteem and well-being
I have been working as a counselling psychologist since 1987 and have experience with adult individuals, relationships and groups.
My specialty is in understanding human nature and assisting you to do the same. Whether the situation is chronic or acute we can deal with it together to increase your self control, esteem and well-being
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Tyler Barberis
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Perhaps you've been through a difficult experience, or a major life change. You might be battling with depression, or anxiety, or another emotional difficulty. Maybe you're struggling in one or more of your relationships, or you might be trying to change one or more unhealthy habits. Any of these challenges can make life unnecessarily difficult. I'm ready to work with you to get back on your feet, learn to say no, find different ways to cope, let go, or find the support you've been missing.
Perhaps you've been through a difficult experience, or a major life change. You might be battling with depression, or anxiety, or another emotional difficulty. Maybe you're struggling in one or more of your relationships, or you might be trying to change one or more unhealthy habits. Any of these challenges can make life unnecessarily difficult. I'm ready to work with you to get back on your feet, learn to say no, find different ways to cope, let go, or find the support you've been missing.
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Naledi Mokoena
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer a wide range of assessments for children, adolescents, and young adults.
I specialise in work with clients who present with neurodiverse symptoms. This includes autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning difficulties. I offer assessments to identify related difficulties and give recommendations for intervention. I also conduct therapy for intervention. My speciality is working with adolescents and parents.
I offer a wide range of assessments for children, adolescents, and young adults.
I specialise in work with clients who present with neurodiverse symptoms. This includes autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning difficulties. I offer assessments to identify related difficulties and give recommendations for intervention. I also conduct therapy for intervention. My speciality is working with adolescents and parents.
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Zainab Seedat
Registered Counsellor
Serves Area
I am a registered counsellor who values creating a warm, safe, and supportive space for each client. I believe healing happens within a trusting relationship where you feel heard, respected, and understood. My approach is gentle, thoughtful, and guided by evidence-based practice. I aim to support you in developing insight, emotional resilience, and healthier ways of coping with life’s challenges. You do not have to navigate this journey alone — I would be honoured to walk alongside you.
I am a registered counsellor who values creating a warm, safe, and supportive space for each client. I believe healing happens within a trusting relationship where you feel heard, respected, and understood. My approach is gentle, thoughtful, and guided by evidence-based practice. I aim to support you in developing insight, emotional resilience, and healthier ways of coping with life’s challenges. You do not have to navigate this journey alone — I would be honoured to walk alongside you.
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Byron Shane Werbeloff
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
Serves Area
Centred Counselling is a warm, professional counselling practice based in Sunninghill, Johannesburg, offering both in-person and online sessions. Byron specialises in marriage and couples counselling, infidelity, communication work, emotional reconnection, stress and anxiety support, trauma recovery and personal growth. Byron utilises a an empathetic approach but is also solution focused offering the best combination for fast results. Whether you’re navigating relationship challenges, burnout, loss, life transitions or simply feeling overwhelmed, you don’t have to face it alone.
Centred Counselling is a warm, professional counselling practice based in Sunninghill, Johannesburg, offering both in-person and online sessions. Byron specialises in marriage and couples counselling, infidelity, communication work, emotional reconnection, stress and anxiety support, trauma recovery and personal growth. Byron utilises a an empathetic approach but is also solution focused offering the best combination for fast results. Whether you’re navigating relationship challenges, burnout, loss, life transitions or simply feeling overwhelmed, you don’t have to face it alone.
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Kelly Jacobs
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I am a clinical psychologist in private practice who aims to create a space and environment that is safe, non-judgemental and conducive to personal growth and change for my clients. A space to speak openly and honestly about thoughts and feelings, find support in times of crisis, to learn more about yourself, gain confidence and tools/strategies to help you cope with life challenges in healthy ways, and ultimately to empower you to develop fresh insights about your life and any problems you may be facing.
I am a clinical psychologist in private practice who aims to create a space and environment that is safe, non-judgemental and conducive to personal growth and change for my clients. A space to speak openly and honestly about thoughts and feelings, find support in times of crisis, to learn more about yourself, gain confidence and tools/strategies to help you cope with life challenges in healthy ways, and ultimately to empower you to develop fresh insights about your life and any problems you may be facing.
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Trix O'Callaghan
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My special interests are couples counseling and adult individual therapy.
I am trained in Imago Relationship Therapy, as well as Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. In individual therapy I use Brain Working Recursive Therapy (BWRT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT).
My special interests are couples counseling and adult individual therapy.
I am trained in Imago Relationship Therapy, as well as Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. In individual therapy I use Brain Working Recursive Therapy (BWRT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT).
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Patty Sabbagh
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
I see clients of diverse backgrounds, from individual adults to couples and families.
I work with adult individuals, couples and families. My areas of interest include relationship/marital issues (and break-ups /post-divorce adjustment), life transitions, loss (grief etc), depression and anxiety. My personal passion is relationships and why some work and others do not. My clients describe me as warm, insightful and quietly challenging.
I see clients of diverse backgrounds, from individual adults to couples and families.
I work with adult individuals, couples and families. My areas of interest include relationship/marital issues (and break-ups /post-divorce adjustment), life transitions, loss (grief etc), depression and anxiety. My personal passion is relationships and why some work and others do not. My clients describe me as warm, insightful and quietly challenging.
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FAQ - About Adult Counselling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioural therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.

How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists in South Africa hold various credentials depending on their training. Psychologists and Registered Counsellors must be registered with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Psychologists have professional designations such as Clinical Psychologist or Counselling Psychologist. General Counsellors are often registered with the Association for Supportive Counsellors and Holistic Practitioners (ASCHP) and their qualifications and practice are overseen by ASCHP. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.

How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.