Therapists in The Willows

I work predominantly from a systemic approach. This approach considers people in relationships, dealing with interactions, interactional patterns and the context in which this occurs in. I take special care in forming a genuine connection with my clients and place importance on creating a warm, empathetic environment in order for optimum personal growth and healing to occur. My approach also considers each individual’s unique cultural and spiritual background.
I work predominantly from a systemic approach. This approach considers people in relationships, dealing with interactions, interactional patterns and the context in which this occurs in. I take special care in forming a genuine connection with my clients and place importance on creating a warm, empathetic environment in order for optimum personal growth and healing to occur. My approach also considers each individual’s unique cultural and spiritual background.

In the more than 30 years of working with people from all walks of life, I know that we all have a need to live a life of meaning and purpose. Our day to day journey is seldom without challenges – emotionally, socially, and spiritually. Each of these challenges have a lesser, or more severe impact on the quality of our life - on the way we feel about ourselves, regarding our relationship with others and our spiritual growth. Although we do not always want to admit it, we all are wounded in some way. I do believe that the best gift you can give yourself in life, is to strive and work towards becoming the person you are meant to
In the more than 30 years of working with people from all walks of life, I know that we all have a need to live a life of meaning and purpose. Our day to day journey is seldom without challenges – emotionally, socially, and spiritually. Each of these challenges have a lesser, or more severe impact on the quality of our life - on the way we feel about ourselves, regarding our relationship with others and our spiritual growth. Although we do not always want to admit it, we all are wounded in some way. I do believe that the best gift you can give yourself in life, is to strive and work towards becoming the person you are meant to

You may be wondering about or struggling with life issues, chronic illness, anxiety, mood disorders or even with others in your life. If you experience relational difficulties, loss or problems with love, therapy may be beneficial to you. Or you may not have these issues but want to feel more grounded and have pressing questions or feel uncertain in which case you could also benefit from therapy. As I am in Auckland New Zealand, I am only available for pnline sessions.
You may be wondering about or struggling with life issues, chronic illness, anxiety, mood disorders or even with others in your life. If you experience relational difficulties, loss or problems with love, therapy may be beneficial to you. Or you may not have these issues but want to feel more grounded and have pressing questions or feel uncertain in which case you could also benefit from therapy. As I am in Auckland New Zealand, I am only available for pnline sessions.

Estelle Holworthy
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
As a Registered Counsellor I am a multiculturally proficient and skilled in working with people from diverse backgrounds. I enjoy empowering clients to live a fulfilled life and equip my clients with the skills they need to thrive outside of the therapeutic space. Whether you're grappling with motivation, feeling swamped by life's demands, or navigating through profound challenges like trauma, grief, or relationship conflict, I offer a space where you will feel seen and supported to navigate these challenges and find solutions. Let's begin your journey of healing and positive change together.
As a Registered Counsellor I am a multiculturally proficient and skilled in working with people from diverse backgrounds. I enjoy empowering clients to live a fulfilled life and equip my clients with the skills they need to thrive outside of the therapeutic space. Whether you're grappling with motivation, feeling swamped by life's demands, or navigating through profound challenges like trauma, grief, or relationship conflict, I offer a space where you will feel seen and supported to navigate these challenges and find solutions. Let's begin your journey of healing and positive change together.

I am a registered social worker with a passion to leave people better than I found them. I work from the person-centred approach and place a high value on your innate ability to change and grow. Just because we cannot see a mental health problem, doesn't mean it doesn't exist. Mental health should carry the exact same weight as a broken leg; you wouldn't walk around on a broken leg, don't walk around with untreated mental health problems; reach out for help! "The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change" C. R. Rogers
I am a registered social worker with a passion to leave people better than I found them. I work from the person-centred approach and place a high value on your innate ability to change and grow. Just because we cannot see a mental health problem, doesn't mean it doesn't exist. Mental health should carry the exact same weight as a broken leg; you wouldn't walk around on a broken leg, don't walk around with untreated mental health problems; reach out for help! "The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change" C. R. Rogers
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Mimi Jordan Counselling
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Epsom Downs 2152
Mimi completed a four-year degree in psychology and 9 month internship counselling at Headway (An association for Traumatic Brain Injury); Witkoppen Health and Welfare Clinic and volunteered on The Phelophepha Train of Hope, under the supervision of psychologists. These experiences opened Mimi up to extensively appreciate the extreme diversity and need to offer polarised and inclusive counselling services to the dynamic cultures and context of South Africa. Mimi is highly trained in psychology to provide an array of psychological & mental health services. She’s adopted the Person-Centered and Solution-Focused Approach.
Mimi completed a four-year degree in psychology and 9 month internship counselling at Headway (An association for Traumatic Brain Injury); Witkoppen Health and Welfare Clinic and volunteered on The Phelophepha Train of Hope, under the supervision of psychologists. These experiences opened Mimi up to extensively appreciate the extreme diversity and need to offer polarised and inclusive counselling services to the dynamic cultures and context of South Africa. Mimi is highly trained in psychology to provide an array of psychological & mental health services. She’s adopted the Person-Centered and Solution-Focused Approach.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward? Perhaps you're navigating anxiety, depression, or life transitions that have left you feeling disconnected or uncertain. You may find yourself longing for clarity, balance, or a sense of purpose. My ideal client is someone who feels ready to take the first step toward understanding their struggles and building a life that feels meaningful and authentic.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward? Perhaps you're navigating anxiety, depression, or life transitions that have left you feeling disconnected or uncertain. You may find yourself longing for clarity, balance, or a sense of purpose. My ideal client is someone who feels ready to take the first step toward understanding their struggles and building a life that feels meaningful and authentic.

My name is Mariska van der Meulen and we offer quality counselling at affordable rates. I chose the name Meraki as it really speaks to me about the supportive, non judgmental environment in which healing takes place. It is a Greek word meaning "to do something with soul, creativity or love; to put something of yourself in your work". We are 7 therapists at Meraki and our aim is to create a safe, compassionate and understanding space where we can explore solutions and find new empowering ways of dealing with challenges.
My name is Mariska van der Meulen and we offer quality counselling at affordable rates. I chose the name Meraki as it really speaks to me about the supportive, non judgmental environment in which healing takes place. It is a Greek word meaning "to do something with soul, creativity or love; to put something of yourself in your work". We are 7 therapists at Meraki and our aim is to create a safe, compassionate and understanding space where we can explore solutions and find new empowering ways of dealing with challenges.

Social Work in private practice,dealing with all social issues including bereavement, child therapy, adolescent and adult therapy, marriage counseling, elderly placement at old age homes,providing trauma counselling, family mediation, divorce referrals/mediation and couple counselling.
Social Work in private practice,dealing with all social issues including bereavement, child therapy, adolescent and adult therapy, marriage counseling, elderly placement at old age homes,providing trauma counselling, family mediation, divorce referrals/mediation and couple counselling.

social functioning, emotional and mental wellbeing of the client. , Addressing economic inequality and promoting financial building. Goals :Positive coping strategies.- Provide emotional support for identified psychosocial stressors - Assist client to identify personal strengths and attributes that may help her make positive changes - Identify resources that the client may rely on for support.
social functioning, emotional and mental wellbeing of the client. , Addressing economic inequality and promoting financial building. Goals :Positive coping strategies.- Provide emotional support for identified psychosocial stressors - Assist client to identify personal strengths and attributes that may help her make positive changes - Identify resources that the client may rely on for support.

Manoko Counselling Psychologist
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Pretoria 0002
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.
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.

My clients usually find themselves at life transitions or emotional crossroads. They face problems like low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, bipolar mood disorder, eating disorders, early childhood trauma, difficult life choices, early or mid-career stress, burn out, relationship difficulties and conflict, divorce, traumatic life events and grief.
My clients usually find themselves at life transitions or emotional crossroads. They face problems like low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, bipolar mood disorder, eating disorders, early childhood trauma, difficult life choices, early or mid-career stress, burn out, relationship difficulties and conflict, divorce, traumatic life events and grief.

My name is Monareng Moropa and i am here to say "Own Your Mental health" My role in society as a clinical psychologist is to offer psychotherapy, psychological assessment and counselling services, to individuals, couples and families. In life people go through life experiences that affect them emotionally and how they feel. This lead to them developing some psychological distress, affecting their daily lives. Therefore, the services that i offer will assist in assessing, diagnosing and treating the psychological distress through a conversational dialogue.
My name is Monareng Moropa and i am here to say "Own Your Mental health" My role in society as a clinical psychologist is to offer psychotherapy, psychological assessment and counselling services, to individuals, couples and families. In life people go through life experiences that affect them emotionally and how they feel. This lead to them developing some psychological distress, affecting their daily lives. Therefore, the services that i offer will assist in assessing, diagnosing and treating the psychological distress through a conversational dialogue.

Wholistic Mental Health Care
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sandton 2191
Embrace empowerment on your journey to healing. Unwavering support for navigating life’s complexities and traumas. Feeling stuck and indecisive in life? Struggling to express your emotions freely? Overwhelmed by life's challenges? You do not have to face these challenges alone. Find your safe space paired with action-based counselling that creates a real-life impact.
Embrace empowerment on your journey to healing. Unwavering support for navigating life’s complexities and traumas. Feeling stuck and indecisive in life? Struggling to express your emotions freely? Overwhelmed by life's challenges? You do not have to face these challenges alone. Find your safe space paired with action-based counselling that creates a real-life impact.

Tracy Tshilidzi Marokane
Psychologist, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arcadia 0007
As a clinical psychologist, my role is to assess, diagnose and facilitate a healing/treatment process for people who are struggling with personal challenges and mental health conditions that are causing psychological distress. My approach involves using an evidence-based integrative approach, which is a progressive form of psychotherapy that combines different therapeutic tools to fit the unique needs of my clients/patients.
As a clinical psychologist, my role is to assess, diagnose and facilitate a healing/treatment process for people who are struggling with personal challenges and mental health conditions that are causing psychological distress. My approach involves using an evidence-based integrative approach, which is a progressive form of psychotherapy that combines different therapeutic tools to fit the unique needs of my clients/patients.

If you are someone who is struggling with emotional distress, trauma, or difficulty in your relationship, this is the first step for you. You may be grappling with past experiences of loss, abuse, or family conflicts, and you are seeking to heal and move forward. You want to break free from negative patterns, develop healthier coping strategies, and create stronger, more fulfilling connections with yourself and others. Your goals are centered around healing, gaining clarity, and finding peace and balance in your life. You may be feeling overwhelmed or stuck, and are ready to make positive changes.
If you are someone who is struggling with emotional distress, trauma, or difficulty in your relationship, this is the first step for you. You may be grappling with past experiences of loss, abuse, or family conflicts, and you are seeking to heal and move forward. You want to break free from negative patterns, develop healthier coping strategies, and create stronger, more fulfilling connections with yourself and others. Your goals are centered around healing, gaining clarity, and finding peace and balance in your life. You may be feeling overwhelmed or stuck, and are ready to make positive changes.

Matshidiso Molotsi Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Life can present with difficulties at an individual, couple, family, group, organisation, and community levels. These difficulties and their impact on clients present in different ways. My approach to client service is person-centred, which considers the diverse needs and the contexts of each client. I also use a systems approach to psychotherapy, which addresses clients’ difficulties in the context of their relationships.
Life can present with difficulties at an individual, couple, family, group, organisation, and community levels. These difficulties and their impact on clients present in different ways. My approach to client service is person-centred, which considers the diverse needs and the contexts of each client. I also use a systems approach to psychotherapy, which addresses clients’ difficulties in the context of their relationships.

I have been involved in the addiction treatment field since 2001, first working as a lay counsellor and then completed a social work degree in 2012, I have a passion for assisting others to enter into and sustain recovery.
I have been involved in the addiction treatment field since 2001, first working as a lay counsellor and then completed a social work degree in 2012, I have a passion for assisting others to enter into and sustain recovery.

I am a trained SYMBIS Couples Facilitator.The Covid-19 pandemic has placed an immense strain on relationships and research is showing that the divorce rate is increasing. SYMBIS is an assessment tool from America which provides couples (pre-engaged, engaged, married, entering 2nd marriages and blended families) with a 16-18 page report about their unique relationship dynamics (ie. individual red flags,how they view love,marriage mindset, expectations,personality styles,money matters,sex,and much more). Your relationship is as unique as your fingerprint!
I am a trained SYMBIS Couples Facilitator.The Covid-19 pandemic has placed an immense strain on relationships and research is showing that the divorce rate is increasing. SYMBIS is an assessment tool from America which provides couples (pre-engaged, engaged, married, entering 2nd marriages and blended families) with a 16-18 page report about their unique relationship dynamics (ie. individual red flags,how they view love,marriage mindset, expectations,personality styles,money matters,sex,and much more). Your relationship is as unique as your fingerprint!

Matoane Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Online Only
At Matoane Psychological Services we understand that life is characterised by challenges, difficulties and unfortunate circumstances. Our professional psychologists are here to provide an environment that will contain your state of uncertainty and provide a conducive space for self-reflection and regeneration. We strive to assist you in becoming the best version of yourself.
At Matoane Psychological Services we understand that life is characterised by challenges, difficulties and unfortunate circumstances. Our professional psychologists are here to provide an environment that will contain your state of uncertainty and provide a conducive space for self-reflection and regeneration. We strive to assist you in becoming the best version of yourself.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in The Willows
< 10
Counsellors in The Willows who prioritize treating:
80% | Relationship Issues |
80% | Depression |
80% | Anxiety |
80% | Bereavement |
80% | Trauma and PTSD |
80% | Anger Management |
80% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
24 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
75% | Fedhealth |
75% | Discovery Health |
75% | Bonitas |
How Counsellors in The Willows see their clients
100% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
75% | Female | |
25% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in The Willows?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Psychologists listed in the directory are registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). The majority of General Counsellors featured in the directory align themselves with reputable professional bodies, particularly the Association for Supportive Counsellors and Holistic Practitioners. All Registered Counsellors listed must be registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Social Workers listed in the directory must be registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professionals.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for general counsellors in South Africa, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for general counsellors in South Africa, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Psychologists, counsellors and social workers can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and supervised, practical experience that enable them to do so in South Africa.
Psychologists have five years training in psychology, have completed an internship over 12 months, and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. They must be registered with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Registered Counsellors must have at least four years of study at a university or college, such as the Bachelor of Psychology and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. General counsellors, such as Supportive Counsellors, Holistic Counsellors, and Wellness Counsellors, registered with the ASCHP must possess at least an NQF Level 4 qualification. Social Workers must possess a Bachelor of Social Work and must have completed an approved internship in the social service sector.
Psychologists have five years training in psychology, have completed an internship over 12 months, and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. They must be registered with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Registered Counsellors must have at least four years of study at a university or college, such as the Bachelor of Psychology and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. General counsellors, such as Supportive Counsellors, Holistic Counsellors, and Wellness Counsellors, registered with the ASCHP must possess at least an NQF Level 4 qualification. Social Workers must possess a Bachelor of Social Work and must have completed an approved internship in the social service sector.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in South Africa could be between R600 and R1,500. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are registered with the HPCSA and professional organisations such as PsySSA or the ASCHP are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client, or as required by law, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.