Sports Performance Therapists in Saxonwold
I am a dedicated and passionate Psychologist with extensive experience in addressing various forms of trauma and personality disorders. While trained in multiple therapeutic modalities, I have a particular interest in the family systems approach and BrainWorking Recursive Therapy (BWRT). I remain flexible in integrating psychological techniques tailored to individual needs, treatment objectives, and therapeutic direction. My practice, based in Saxonwold, Johannesburg, focuses on trauma, trauma debriefing, and professional athletes, and extends services to surrounding areas including Parktown, Rosebank, Houghton and Greenside.
I am a dedicated and passionate Psychologist with extensive experience in addressing various forms of trauma and personality disorders. While trained in multiple therapeutic modalities, I have a particular interest in the family systems approach and BrainWorking Recursive Therapy (BWRT). I remain flexible in integrating psychological techniques tailored to individual needs, treatment objectives, and therapeutic direction. My practice, based in Saxonwold, Johannesburg, focuses on trauma, trauma debriefing, and professional athletes, and extends services to surrounding areas including Parktown, Rosebank, Houghton and Greenside.
I believe in creating an authentic connection with each individual that seeks my support. This is vital during your journey with me as it provides you with a safe, trusting, non-judgmental space to be yourself. I wish to provide you with the tools and understanding to feel empowered and overcome situations and challenges that seem unbearable. My approach is a holistic one grounded in being person centered as we are not single occurrences but rather a culmination of everything happening around us.
I believe in creating an authentic connection with each individual that seeks my support. This is vital during your journey with me as it provides you with a safe, trusting, non-judgmental space to be yourself. I wish to provide you with the tools and understanding to feel empowered and overcome situations and challenges that seem unbearable. My approach is a holistic one grounded in being person centered as we are not single occurrences but rather a culmination of everything happening around us.
Life can be challenging and complicated. Our past experiences have a way of influencing how we manage the challenges life brings and we can often find ourselves repeating patterns of behaviour, which can create even more difficulties. Therapy is a space to explore these patterns and to have an experience which is safe and challenging at the same time.
Life can be challenging and complicated. Our past experiences have a way of influencing how we manage the challenges life brings and we can often find ourselves repeating patterns of behaviour, which can create even more difficulties. Therapy is a space to explore these patterns and to have an experience which is safe and challenging at the same time.
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Masters in Counselling Psychology at the University of the Witwatersrand, I’ve worked at Helen Joseph Hospital, consulted in pain clinics, and in management consulting to large corporations and executives. Therapy changed my life once and now I aim offer the same space to others: focused, human, and quietly powerful. Simply, to help you live with clarity, strength, and intention.
Masters in Counselling Psychology at the University of the Witwatersrand, I’ve worked at Helen Joseph Hospital, consulted in pain clinics, and in management consulting to large corporations and executives. Therapy changed my life once and now I aim offer the same space to others: focused, human, and quietly powerful. Simply, to help you live with clarity, strength, and intention.
Ideally the client knows that they are stuck but they wish to overcome the barriers and the struggles that keep them there. It can be due to trauma, work challenges or self-esteem challenges, there is always a treatment plan that will be made to help the client overcome their challenges and break through their barriers
Ideally the client knows that they are stuck but they wish to overcome the barriers and the struggles that keep them there. It can be due to trauma, work challenges or self-esteem challenges, there is always a treatment plan that will be made to help the client overcome their challenges and break through their barriers
My background in sports coaching and teaching offers great insight in supporting children and adolescents in and out of the classroom
Navigating school demands, emotional challenges, and performance expectations can feel overwhelming for children, adolescents, and adults alike. I work with learners, students, and individuals who may be experiencing anxiety, learning or attention difficulties, social challenges, or pressure to perform—academically, socially, or in sport.
I also work with university students and adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or under strain as they manage increasing expectations and transitions. These clients are often seeking clarity, confidence, and practical ways to cope more effectively.
My background in sports coaching and teaching offers great insight in supporting children and adolescents in and out of the classroom
Navigating school demands, emotional challenges, and performance expectations can feel overwhelming for children, adolescents, and adults alike. I work with learners, students, and individuals who may be experiencing anxiety, learning or attention difficulties, social challenges, or pressure to perform—academically, socially, or in sport.
I also work with university students and adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or under strain as they manage increasing expectations and transitions. These clients are often seeking clarity, confidence, and practical ways to cope more effectively.
I approach therapy as a deeply relational process. I believe many of the difficulties we experience, whether in our emotions, relationships, or sense of self, are not random, but reflect patterns that developed over time, in response to past experiences, relationships, and forms of trauma. In our work together I aim to help you gently identify and understand these recurring cycles, so that they can begin to shift in ways that feel meaningful and sustainable. I see therapy as a space where you can come to better understand yourself, feel more connected in your relationships, and begin to move out of patterns that no longer serve you.
I approach therapy as a deeply relational process. I believe many of the difficulties we experience, whether in our emotions, relationships, or sense of self, are not random, but reflect patterns that developed over time, in response to past experiences, relationships, and forms of trauma. In our work together I aim to help you gently identify and understand these recurring cycles, so that they can begin to shift in ways that feel meaningful and sustainable. I see therapy as a space where you can come to better understand yourself, feel more connected in your relationships, and begin to move out of patterns that no longer serve you.
I enjoy assisting people to realize their full potential. This may mean they are currently struggling with issues or trauma and need to be guided through the healing process. Alternatively, they are not currently living up to their potential and we will work together to assist them in unlocking their true capabilities.
I enjoy assisting people to realize their full potential. This may mean they are currently struggling with issues or trauma and need to be guided through the healing process. Alternatively, they are not currently living up to their potential and we will work together to assist them in unlocking their true capabilities.
Every one of us is a professional athlete, intent on achieving personal greatness, whether this entails a balanced lifestyle, a more fulfilling relationship, a new business venture, a career change or promotion at work, retirement, the birth of a child, rehabilitation following surgery, diagnosis and treatment of a medical condition, an exercise programme or a goal in sport at any level. All aspects of life that we experience as personally meaningful require that we feel empowered, confident in our abilities and skills, committed to achieving our goals, while perceiving challenges as opportunities for growth and success.
Every one of us is a professional athlete, intent on achieving personal greatness, whether this entails a balanced lifestyle, a more fulfilling relationship, a new business venture, a career change or promotion at work, retirement, the birth of a child, rehabilitation following surgery, diagnosis and treatment of a medical condition, an exercise programme or a goal in sport at any level. All aspects of life that we experience as personally meaningful require that we feel empowered, confident in our abilities and skills, committed to achieving our goals, while perceiving challenges as opportunities for growth and success.
If you’re looking for quality therapy sessions with a certified Psychologist that cares, then you’ve come to the right place. I guide my patients every step of the way and implement various methods to help them develop new attitudes towards all of life’s most complex matters. Schedule an appointment today and see what I can do for you. Your well-being is my ultimate concern. am currently presenting an empowering and
interventionist Show called ‘Roxic” on Sabc 1 that assist people in toxic
relationships around South Africa.
If you’re looking for quality therapy sessions with a certified Psychologist that cares, then you’ve come to the right place. I guide my patients every step of the way and implement various methods to help them develop new attitudes towards all of life’s most complex matters. Schedule an appointment today and see what I can do for you. Your well-being is my ultimate concern. am currently presenting an empowering and
interventionist Show called ‘Roxic” on Sabc 1 that assist people in toxic
relationships around South Africa.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about assisting people from diverse backgrounds, through identifying and treating emotional and psychological challenges that are unresolved. The foundation of my work is rooted in psychodynamic theories, however I do adapt other psychotherapy models based on the needs of patients. I offer both short-term and long-term psychotherapy, as well as psychological assessment for children, adolescents, adults and couples. In addition, I conduct process based group therapy sessions
I am a Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about assisting people from diverse backgrounds, through identifying and treating emotional and psychological challenges that are unresolved. The foundation of my work is rooted in psychodynamic theories, however I do adapt other psychotherapy models based on the needs of patients. I offer both short-term and long-term psychotherapy, as well as psychological assessment for children, adolescents, adults and couples. In addition, I conduct process based group therapy sessions
Alida Bonnet
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
4 Endorsed
Bryanston 2021
Waitlist for new clients
I work with teenagers, young adults and adults. I believe that every person would benefit from seeing a psychologist, when they are ready. This is a warm and empathic space where you can come as you are to gain support for working through whatever challenges you may face. It is a safe, judgement-free environment. I strive to create a collaborative partnership with my clients that aims to empower them to gain insight, find their existing resilience and resources of strength, and take action toward their true desired change.
I work with teenagers, young adults and adults. I believe that every person would benefit from seeing a psychologist, when they are ready. This is a warm and empathic space where you can come as you are to gain support for working through whatever challenges you may face. It is a safe, judgement-free environment. I strive to create a collaborative partnership with my clients that aims to empower them to gain insight, find their existing resilience and resources of strength, and take action toward their true desired change.
Psychological distress often presents quietly. It might be persistent anxiety, a low mood, relational strain, trauma, or a gradual sense of disconnection from yourself and your direction. At pivotal moments, thoughtful and skilled therapeutic support can create the space for clarity, recalibration, and deeply meaningful change. I maintain a practice model that ensures therapeutic depth, attentiveness, and genuine engagement in the therapeutic process. You can expect to be met with warmth, discernment, and respect - your inner world approached with care and thoughtful curiosity. A journey of discovery and understanding together.
Psychological distress often presents quietly. It might be persistent anxiety, a low mood, relational strain, trauma, or a gradual sense of disconnection from yourself and your direction. At pivotal moments, thoughtful and skilled therapeutic support can create the space for clarity, recalibration, and deeply meaningful change. I maintain a practice model that ensures therapeutic depth, attentiveness, and genuine engagement in the therapeutic process. You can expect to be met with warmth, discernment, and respect - your inner world approached with care and thoughtful curiosity. A journey of discovery and understanding together.
I strive to help anyone and everyone who are finding the challenges they face daily, a bit overwhelming. Support goes a long way to overcoming challenges and by creating a collaborative approach and basing the therapeutic process towards solution building and creating a hope filled future, perspectives can be shifted and goals set. My space is judgement free and incorporates understanding and acceptance for how things are for you. We all have a story, and we can all create a story for ourselves that makes sense.
I strive to help anyone and everyone who are finding the challenges they face daily, a bit overwhelming. Support goes a long way to overcoming challenges and by creating a collaborative approach and basing the therapeutic process towards solution building and creating a hope filled future, perspectives can be shifted and goals set. My space is judgement free and incorporates understanding and acceptance for how things are for you. We all have a story, and we can all create a story for ourselves that makes sense.
If you are looking for therapy that goes beyond simply asking, “How does that make you feel?”, you are in the right place.
I work primarily with adults and teens navigating anxiety, relational trauma and identity transitions. Many of my clients are capable and high-functioning, yet privately overwhelmed by perfectionism, people-pleasing, emotional shutdown or repeated relationship patterns.
With a Master’s degree in Neuropsychology, I bring a strong understanding of how the brain, nervous system and early experiences shape present-day behaviour. In therapy we look beneath the surface of these patterns.
If you are looking for therapy that goes beyond simply asking, “How does that make you feel?”, you are in the right place.
I work primarily with adults and teens navigating anxiety, relational trauma and identity transitions. Many of my clients are capable and high-functioning, yet privately overwhelmed by perfectionism, people-pleasing, emotional shutdown or repeated relationship patterns.
With a Master’s degree in Neuropsychology, I bring a strong understanding of how the brain, nervous system and early experiences shape present-day behaviour. In therapy we look beneath the surface of these patterns.
I am registered with the HCPSA as a counselling psychologist and primarily work with young professionals, adults, and adolescents
I am registered with the HCPSA as a counselling psychologist and primarily work with young professionals, adults, and adolescents
My ideal client is someone who is navigating a significant personal, emotional, or life transition and is seeking a safe, non-judgmental space to understand themselves more deeply. They may be struggling with issues such as anxiety, stress, burnout, self-esteem concerns, relationship difficulties, trauma, or the emotional weight of family and social pressures. Often, they arrive feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or stuck aware that something needs to shift but unsure of where to begin.
Their needs centre around being genuinely heard, validated, and provided with a therapeutic relationship they can trust.
My ideal client is someone who is navigating a significant personal, emotional, or life transition and is seeking a safe, non-judgmental space to understand themselves more deeply. They may be struggling with issues such as anxiety, stress, burnout, self-esteem concerns, relationship difficulties, trauma, or the emotional weight of family and social pressures. Often, they arrive feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or stuck aware that something needs to shift but unsure of where to begin.
Their needs centre around being genuinely heard, validated, and provided with a therapeutic relationship they can trust.
The foundation of my therapeutic approach is rooted in mindfulness and a deep understanding of how the nervous system responds to overwhelming or traumatic experiences. By fostering physiological safety and co-regulation, we can support your healing journey. Chronic anxiety and depression often leave us feeling disconnected, stuck in survival mode, and lacking purpose. What sets my approach apart is its foundation in trauma-informed modalities, compassion-based practices, and high-performance psychology, offering you a holistic and comprehensive path to mental health and well-being.
The foundation of my therapeutic approach is rooted in mindfulness and a deep understanding of how the nervous system responds to overwhelming or traumatic experiences. By fostering physiological safety and co-regulation, we can support your healing journey. Chronic anxiety and depression often leave us feeling disconnected, stuck in survival mode, and lacking purpose. What sets my approach apart is its foundation in trauma-informed modalities, compassion-based practices, and high-performance psychology, offering you a holistic and comprehensive path to mental health and well-being.
Elderly, adults, adolescents, teenagers and children often have to deal with life challenges, development and adjustment problems. Family members and friends may not always provide the objective guidance they need to overcome these challenges.
Elderly, adults, adolescents, teenagers and children often have to deal with life challenges, development and adjustment problems. Family members and friends may not always provide the objective guidance they need to overcome these challenges.
My clients value my empathy and commitment, love and personal care to their sessions. I Counsel to help people ultimately learn to help themselves- to better their lives and grow themselves mentally physically and emotionally- Couples are my ultimate passion- I do enjoy individual therapy , with all ages and sexes! Sport mental Frame and self dedication is a passion of mine too!
My clients value my empathy and commitment, love and personal care to their sessions. I Counsel to help people ultimately learn to help themselves- to better their lives and grow themselves mentally physically and emotionally- Couples are my ultimate passion- I do enjoy individual therapy , with all ages and sexes! Sport mental Frame and self dedication is a passion of mine too!
Nearby Sports Performance Counsellors Searches for Saxonwold
- Alberton
- Bryanston
- Centurion
- Edenvale
- Fourways
- Johannesburg
- Morningside
- Pretoria
- Randburg
- Rivonia
- Rosebank
- Sandton
Sports Performance Counsellors
How does sports psychology work?
Sports psychology helps athletes identify and overcome challenges, such as perfectionism or a fear of failure, and improve key mental skills, such as confidence or concentration. By applying principles and techniques from psychology, such as goal-setting, visualisation, positive self-talk, and emotion regulation, sports psychologists help athletes improve their performance on the field and their well-being overall.
How long does treatment for a sports-related problem take?
The duration of sports psychology treatment depends on the athlete’s individual challenges, goals, the complexity of the interventions used, and even on the length of the season. A performance anxiety issue may be treated with a short-term treatment, like Cognitive behavioural therapy, while issues such as depression, substance abuse, or severe anxiety may require longer-term treatments.
How effective is treatment for sports performance problems?
Sports psychology has been shown to improve performance and help athletes manage their emotions. Sports psychology can be effective in boosting performance, team dynamics, and injury rehabilitation. Over the past decade, nearly every professional sports team in every major sport has added a sports psychologist to its staff. Many colleges have done the same, and even some high school programs have done the same. Olympic hopefuls may consult with sports psychologists starting in elementary school.
What are the limitations of sports psychology?
Sports psychology may have several limitations. Every athlete is unique and may respond differently to sports psychology treatments. Therapy can help an athlete reach their potential; it can help athletes cope with injury and pain, but it cannot change the physical limitations that may be affecting an athlete’s performance.