Anxiety Therapists in Sebokeng

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Tseko Motshegoa
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Whether experiencing anxiety, depression or any other life challenge, making the brave decision to start therapy is the first step to healing.
I am Clinical Psychologist experienced in working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. My interests include depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, and relationship problems. Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic & family therapy, I draw from different modalities to tailor my treatment to the specific needs of the client.
Whether experiencing anxiety, depression or any other life challenge, making the brave decision to start therapy is the first step to healing.
I am Clinical Psychologist experienced in working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. My interests include depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, and relationship problems. Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic & family therapy, I draw from different modalities to tailor my treatment to the specific needs of the client.
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Oasis of Wellness social enterprise
Social Worker, MA, SACSSP
Sebokeng 1983
I specifically serve: The Overwhelmed Professional or Parent: Those carrying the heavy mental load of modern life, often feeling like they are "pouring from an empty cup" and struggling with burnout or silent anxiety.
I know that reaching out for help is often the hardest step of the entire journey. Perhaps you’ve been carrying a heavy weight for so long that you’ve forgotten what it feels like to breathe deeply. Maybe your home no longer feels like a sanctuary, or your mind has become a crowded place of "what ifs" and "if onlys."
I specifically serve: The Overwhelmed Professional or Parent: Those carrying the heavy mental load of modern life, often feeling like they are "pouring from an empty cup" and struggling with burnout or silent anxiety.
I know that reaching out for help is often the hardest step of the entire journey. Perhaps you’ve been carrying a heavy weight for so long that you’ve forgotten what it feels like to breathe deeply. Maybe your home no longer feels like a sanctuary, or your mind has become a crowded place of "what ifs" and "if onlys."
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Healing Roots Social Services
Social Worker, SACSSP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
As a dedicated social worker, I am driven by a passion for empowering individuals and communities to thrive. With a strong foundation in empathy, active listening, and cultural sensitivity, I strive to create safe and inclusive spaces for growth and transformation. My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and trauma-informed, recognizing the resilience and potential within each person. I am committed to ongoing learning, self-reflection, and advocacy, working towards, a more just and compassionate society for all.
As a dedicated social worker, I am driven by a passion for empowering individuals and communities to thrive. With a strong foundation in empathy, active listening, and cultural sensitivity, I strive to create safe and inclusive spaces for growth and transformation. My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and trauma-informed, recognizing the resilience and potential within each person. I am committed to ongoing learning, self-reflection, and advocacy, working towards, a more just and compassionate society for all.
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Wellness My Wealth
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Wellness My Wealth aims to enhance wellbeing of every individual undergoing social,emotional and psychological difficulty. We support, strengthen families & help clients regain strength through rebuilding their true self.
Wellness My Wealth aims to enhance wellbeing of every individual undergoing social,emotional and psychological difficulty. We support, strengthen families & help clients regain strength through rebuilding their true self.
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Portia Molelekeng
Psychologist, MSc, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
My role is to work with people to manage or overcome their psychological distress and improve their well-being. I work from an eclectic approach using diverse therapeutic modalities and techniques. My treatment plans are evidence-based and client-centered. My practice welcomes people from all walks of life. I work with children, teenagers and adults. I also do various psychological assessments.
My role is to work with people to manage or overcome their psychological distress and improve their well-being. I work from an eclectic approach using diverse therapeutic modalities and techniques. My treatment plans are evidence-based and client-centered. My practice welcomes people from all walks of life. I work with children, teenagers and adults. I also do various psychological assessments.
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Bafana Nicolas Masilela
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Eastcliff 2190
These include: Depression, anxiety, couples counselling and marriage preparation, self-esteem issues, social skills, career guidance and counselling, trauma and crisis intervention, parenting issues and guidance, Stress and Anger management.
I am a dedicated Counselling Psychologist registered with the HPCSA who is passionate about facilitating growth, healing and positive change with my clients. I am a therapist in JHB South (Oakdene and Alberton), who offers support for adults and children seeking to improve their mental health and overall well-being. I offer psychotherapy for adults, couples or adolescents and I also offer marriage preparation. I also offer coaching, both business and life coaching. I also offer team building, leadership development and psychological training. I assist with work-life balance, burnout, dating challenges and marital issues.
These include: Depression, anxiety, couples counselling and marriage preparation, self-esteem issues, social skills, career guidance and counselling, trauma and crisis intervention, parenting issues and guidance, Stress and Anger management.
I am a dedicated Counselling Psychologist registered with the HPCSA who is passionate about facilitating growth, healing and positive change with my clients. I am a therapist in JHB South (Oakdene and Alberton), who offers support for adults and children seeking to improve their mental health and overall well-being. I offer psychotherapy for adults, couples or adolescents and I also offer marriage preparation. I also offer coaching, both business and life coaching. I also offer team building, leadership development and psychological training. I assist with work-life balance, burnout, dating challenges and marital issues.
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Chanelle Jeevarathnum
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Alberton 1449
Adversity is inevitable in life. Trauma, family struggles, relationship difficulties, mental illness, stress, or life’s day-to-day speed bumps are part of the human experience. Some of these challenges can be too overwhelming; negatively impacting quality of life, productivity, relationships, mood and thoughts.
Adversity is inevitable in life. Trauma, family struggles, relationship difficulties, mental illness, stress, or life’s day-to-day speed bumps are part of the human experience. Some of these challenges can be too overwhelming; negatively impacting quality of life, productivity, relationships, mood and thoughts.
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Sharon Tsarafi
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Psychotherapy is an ideal platform to explore your pain, give words to unspoken trauma and help you manage when you feel overwhelmed, down or anxious.
I offer psychotherapy for adults and adolescents. We would meet weekly, preferably at the same time each week and each session is 50 minutes long. The first few sessions are dedicated to understanding your history and in-depth exploration of what is causing you distress or stuckness in your life. From there, we determine if we are a good therapeutic fit.
Psychotherapy is an ideal platform to explore your pain, give words to unspoken trauma and help you manage when you feel overwhelmed, down or anxious.
I offer psychotherapy for adults and adolescents. We would meet weekly, preferably at the same time each week and each session is 50 minutes long. The first few sessions are dedicated to understanding your history and in-depth exploration of what is causing you distress or stuckness in your life. From there, we determine if we are a good therapeutic fit.
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Dominique Richelle Schutte
Psychologist, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Alberton 1449
I work with children, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and school-related challenges.
I am passionate about working collaboratively with my clients, empowering them to navigate and overcome the challenges they face. I provide a safe and supportive space to explore these difficulties. By adopting a person-centred approach and focusing on their unique strengths, I aim to guide my clients toward personal growth and meaningful change, fostering resilience and a renewed sense of self.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and school-related challenges.
I am passionate about working collaboratively with my clients, empowering them to navigate and overcome the challenges they face. I provide a safe and supportive space to explore these difficulties. By adopting a person-centred approach and focusing on their unique strengths, I aim to guide my clients toward personal growth and meaningful change, fostering resilience and a renewed sense of self.
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Yasmeen Engelbrecht
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
I am a psychologist, consciousness coach and writer. My unique approach is working with psychology as a component of consciousness - not the other way around. I trained at New York University & the NY Psychoanalytic Institute. I draw from psychoanalysis, somatic & inner child work. I have a deep reverence and respect for each person’s unique chosen path. My therapeutic approach is respectful, gentle and eclectic. I teach Kundalini, Yin yoga & meditation in my spare time. I work online.
I am a psychologist, consciousness coach and writer. My unique approach is working with psychology as a component of consciousness - not the other way around. I trained at New York University & the NY Psychoanalytic Institute. I draw from psychoanalysis, somatic & inner child work. I have a deep reverence and respect for each person’s unique chosen path. My therapeutic approach is respectful, gentle and eclectic. I teach Kundalini, Yin yoga & meditation in my spare time. I work online.
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Edwardine Okoudjou
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I work with adults living with mood, anxiety, and trauma-related difficulties, as well as people experiencing grief, loss, relationship strain, chronic illness, maternal mental health concerns, and LGBTQ+ identity-related stress.
As we move through life, we may find ourselves stuck, overwhelmed, or at a crossroads. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to reflect on what is happening for you, understand your patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and explore practical ways of coping and moving forward.
I work with adults living with mood, anxiety, and trauma-related difficulties, as well as people experiencing grief, loss, relationship strain, chronic illness, maternal mental health concerns, and LGBTQ+ identity-related stress.
As we move through life, we may find ourselves stuck, overwhelmed, or at a crossroads. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to reflect on what is happening for you, understand your patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and explore practical ways of coping and moving forward.
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Mihlali Makasi
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Specializations include chronic illness management, weight management counselling, insomnia, grief and panic attacks.
I am an empathic and passionate Counselling Psychologist offering services for Individuals, couples, families, groups and organizations. Psychological assessment (incl. career guidance assessments) and psychotherapy are part of the services offered to adults, adolescents and children. Both inpatient and outpatient mental health services are offered. Clients are assisted to live life without the hindrance of emotional, behavioural and cognitive struggles. Services are offered in a non judgemental space with support in developing more fulfilling life experiences.
Specializations include chronic illness management, weight management counselling, insomnia, grief and panic attacks.
I am an empathic and passionate Counselling Psychologist offering services for Individuals, couples, families, groups and organizations. Psychological assessment (incl. career guidance assessments) and psychotherapy are part of the services offered to adults, adolescents and children. Both inpatient and outpatient mental health services are offered. Clients are assisted to live life without the hindrance of emotional, behavioural and cognitive struggles. Services are offered in a non judgemental space with support in developing more fulfilling life experiences.
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Matthew Albasini
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Online Only
I can help you manage anxiety, improve relationships, and navigate challenges with children.
Counselling helps clients address various personal challenges, from emotional struggles to physical health goals. Clients typically seek support to improve their mental health, develop healthier lifestyles, overcome life obstacles, and improve relationships. They want practical, actionable guidance in a safe, empathetic environment to help them feel more empowered, balanced, and fulfilled. The ultimate goal is often personal growth, resilience, and greater well-being.
I can help you manage anxiety, improve relationships, and navigate challenges with children.
Counselling helps clients address various personal challenges, from emotional struggles to physical health goals. Clients typically seek support to improve their mental health, develop healthier lifestyles, overcome life obstacles, and improve relationships. They want practical, actionable guidance in a safe, empathetic environment to help them feel more empowered, balanced, and fulfilled. The ultimate goal is often personal growth, resilience, and greater well-being.
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Philasande Consulting
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Lindelani Philasande Magubane is a black male counsellor and certified NLP & Life coach. Mr L.P. Magubane holds a Bachelors of Psychology Degree and B. Com Honours in Industrial Psychology. He completed both his qualifications at the University of Zululand. He has an experience of 10 years in private practice. He has worked with kids and adults. Lindelani Magubane: He follows an integrated framework and combines different therapeutic approaches to suit the unique needs of each person, according to their specific circumstances, needs and personality. Mr Magubane is registered with the Health Profession Council of South Africa
Lindelani Philasande Magubane is a black male counsellor and certified NLP & Life coach. Mr L.P. Magubane holds a Bachelors of Psychology Degree and B. Com Honours in Industrial Psychology. He completed both his qualifications at the University of Zululand. He has an experience of 10 years in private practice. He has worked with kids and adults. Lindelani Magubane: He follows an integrated framework and combines different therapeutic approaches to suit the unique needs of each person, according to their specific circumstances, needs and personality. Mr Magubane is registered with the Health Profession Council of South Africa
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Dr. Bêne Otto
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome, my name is Bêne and I am a Counselling Psychologist working with adults and couples facing a range of life challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout and work-related stress, relationship difficulties, and bereavement.
I work from an integrative perspective, drawing primarily on Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR, alongside attachment and trauma informed practice. This supports emotional understanding and the processing of experiences that continue to hold emotional weight, within a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental therapeutic space.
Welcome, my name is Bêne and I am a Counselling Psychologist working with adults and couples facing a range of life challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout and work-related stress, relationship difficulties, and bereavement.
I work from an integrative perspective, drawing primarily on Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR, alongside attachment and trauma informed practice. This supports emotional understanding and the processing of experiences that continue to hold emotional weight, within a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental therapeutic space.
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Muhammad Coovadia
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
I support children, adolescents and adults who are navigating anxiety, low mood, identity questions, occupational pressure, relationship or marital strain, and other difficult experiences.
I also have a special interest in neurodevelopment and Islamically integrated care, ensuring that care considers your context. Outside the therapy setting, I have published a peer-reviewed academic article, written widely read op-eds for the Daily Maverick and IOL, and participated in interviews on various TV and radio stations.
I support children, adolescents and adults who are navigating anxiety, low mood, identity questions, occupational pressure, relationship or marital strain, and other difficult experiences.
I also have a special interest in neurodevelopment and Islamically integrated care, ensuring that care considers your context. Outside the therapy setting, I have published a peer-reviewed academic article, written widely read op-eds for the Daily Maverick and IOL, and participated in interviews on various TV and radio stations.
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Itai Propheta
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
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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David Coleman
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Saxonwold 2196
I am a clinical psychologist working primarily with adolescents and adults in private practice. As a practitioner, my approach is, primarily, psychodynamic which explores individual unconscious processes as well as the influence of early developmental experiences on immediate quality of life. I also work from a relational position which examines our social context including interpersonal interactions. I understand that embarking on therapy can feel overwhelming and may evoke mixed feelings for many. My intention is to create a containing and collaborative space, one where the client can feel understood, recognized and secure.
I am a clinical psychologist working primarily with adolescents and adults in private practice. As a practitioner, my approach is, primarily, psychodynamic which explores individual unconscious processes as well as the influence of early developmental experiences on immediate quality of life. I also work from a relational position which examines our social context including interpersonal interactions. I understand that embarking on therapy can feel overwhelming and may evoke mixed feelings for many. My intention is to create a containing and collaborative space, one where the client can feel understood, recognized and secure.
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Megan Vries
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
My name is Megan Vries. I am a clinical psychologist, based in Craighall Park, providing therapy to adults and adolescents. There are constant demands placed on adults, including family responsibility, navigating interpersonal relationships, and work demands. Similarly, Adolescence and young adulthood is a challenging period as young people are experiencing cognitive, social, emotional and interpersonal changes. Adolescents may be under significantly more pressure than when they were younger, in that more is expected from them academically and socially.
My name is Megan Vries. I am a clinical psychologist, based in Craighall Park, providing therapy to adults and adolescents. There are constant demands placed on adults, including family responsibility, navigating interpersonal relationships, and work demands. Similarly, Adolescence and young adulthood is a challenging period as young people are experiencing cognitive, social, emotional and interpersonal changes. Adolescents may be under significantly more pressure than when they were younger, in that more is expected from them academically and socially.
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Sheri Dalton
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Greenside 2034
I am a registered counselling psychologist who believes wholeheartedly in the power of psychology and the potential for healing that a safe, non-judgemental therapy relationship can create. I am also aware that starting therapy can feel very scary and so I aim to create a space where your voice can be heard in a meaningful way in a manner that you are comfortable with.
I am a registered counselling psychologist who believes wholeheartedly in the power of psychology and the potential for healing that a safe, non-judgemental therapy relationship can create. I am also aware that starting therapy can feel very scary and so I aim to create a space where your voice can be heard in a meaningful way in a manner that you are comfortable with.
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Anxiety Counsellors
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.