Glencairn
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Dr. Jana Lazarus
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Photo of Dr. Jana Lazarus, Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.

Dr. Jana Lazarus

Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych. (she, her)

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Glencairn 7975
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I help people who are stuck, in their heads or in undigested emotions, or in difficult life circumstances, relationships and families. I teach that the only person you can change is yourself, but when you do, the ripple effect is massive. Be the change you want to see, never mind what trauma has led to your anxiety, depression etc. We're all addicts: we all have devoted habits or coping mechanisms. After a while these harm us. Find another way. I use a Transpersonal approach because it's v effective. This means I remind you you are connected to something greater than yourself, however you define that - and how to employ that daily.
I'm a compassionate but pro-active therapist who will provide you with tools to practice. I'm into Recovery from Life and a consciousness-based, mindfulness way of operating. I don't bite. As Dr Zizz, I write picture books for children and adults to inspire them, through my publishing company Handmade Life. See pics above; more info online.
Since Covid, my clients meet me online via video or voice calls and it works beautifully, very effective. I do have long-standing relationships with clients but generally we get results pretty quickly :) Together with my colleague Miranda Wannenburgh, we form Change Matters (because it does). We have been in practice together since 2009.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Glencairn 7975

Optima@Rustenvrede

Stellenbosch 7599

021 885 1625
Online practice at the moment. We don't offer a meet-and-greet, but there is no obligation to continue after a first session. Email to book.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Self Esteem 
R980 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Connect with Dr. Jana Lazarus
Photo of Dr. Jana Lazarus, Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Glencairn 7975

Optima@Rustenvrede

Stellenbosch 7599

021 885 1625
Online practice at the moment. We don't offer a meet-and-greet, but there is no obligation to continue after a first session. Email to book.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Self Esteem 
R980 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions R980
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Electronic Funds Transfer

Insurance

  • Bonitas
  • Discovery Health
  • Fedhealth
  • GEMS
  • Momentum
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I'm contracted in to Med Aids and charge Med Aid rates or below. We submit directly and offer a discounted fee if you don't have Medical Aid.
Photo of Dr. Jana Lazarus, Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Dr. Jana Lazarus
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
with questions.
"
I'm contracted in to Med Aids and charge Med Aid rates or below. We submit directly and offer a discounted fee if you don't have Medical Aid.
Photo of Dr. Jana Lazarus, Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Dr. Jana Lazarus
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
with questions.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Health Professions Council of South Africa Jana Lazarus

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 23 years
  • Clinical Psychology, DPhil, Graduated 2007

    • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with Change Matters Partner / 2009
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My colleague in practice is Ms Miranda Wannenburgh, who trained me in this approach (see her photos in our gallery). Between us we have over 40 years of clinical experience. Miranda is currently writing her manual for couples on how to have mature, robust romantic relationships. We are here to help.
Photo of Dr. Jana Lazarus, Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Dr. Jana Lazarus
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
with questions.
"
My colleague in practice is Ms Miranda Wannenburgh, who trained me in this approach (see her photos in our gallery). Between us we have over 40 years of clinical experience. Miranda is currently writing her manual for couples on how to have mature, robust romantic relationships. We are here to help.
Photo of Dr. Jana Lazarus, Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Dr. Jana Lazarus
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
with questions.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Self Esteem

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Family Conflict
  • Family therapy + couples work, psycho-education
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Anxiety is basically a fear state, also presenting as stress and panic. Depression is anger turned inwards. Low self-esteem develops because life has falsely taught us that we are unworthy. The latter is just a thought, and a thought can be changed. There are so many negative beliefs we can let go of. We teach practical tools to adjust your response to life and achieve freedom.
Photo of Dr. Jana Lazarus, Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Dr. Jana Lazarus
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
with questions.
"
Anxiety is basically a fear state, also presenting as stress and panic. Depression is anger turned inwards. Low self-esteem develops because life has falsely taught us that we are unworthy. The latter is just a thought, and a thought can be changed. There are so many negative beliefs we can let go of. We teach practical tools to adjust your response to life and achieve freedom.
Photo of Dr. Jana Lazarus, Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Dr. Jana Lazarus
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
with questions.

Endorsement

Nazira Kara
Nazira Kara
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Jana is a highly respected colleague whose knowledge, insight, and compassion foster deep connection and healing. Her supportive and transformative presence makes her an invaluable companion on anyone's life's journey.

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Little Person Allied , 
Single Parent

I also speak

Afrikaans

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Little Person Allied , 
Single Parent

I also speak

Afrikaans

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • 12 Step, Transpersonal
  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Expressive Arts
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Gottman Method
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Intervention
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Multicultural
  • Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
  • Person-Centred
  • Play Therapy
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Transactional Analysis
  • Transpersonal
  • Trauma Focused
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We've integrated a blend of approaches that we find maximally effective. We're not your standard talking therapy with no input from the therapist (criticism not intended towards other modalities). We like to look at what you can do differently, to be the change you want to see in your world, career, self-expression and relationships, and we support you as you experiment with tools and get results.
Photo of Dr. Jana Lazarus, Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Dr. Jana Lazarus
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
with questions.
"
We've integrated a blend of approaches that we find maximally effective. We're not your standard talking therapy with no input from the therapist (criticism not intended towards other modalities). We like to look at what you can do differently, to be the change you want to see in your world, career, self-expression and relationships, and we support you as you experiment with tools and get results.
Photo of Dr. Jana Lazarus, Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Dr. Jana Lazarus
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
with questions.

Location

Primary Location

Glencairn 7975

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Optima@Rustenvrede

Stellenbosch 7599

021 885 1625

Nearby Areas

Cities/Towns

Districts

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Online practice at the moment. We don't offer a meet-and-greet, but there is no obligation to continue after a first session. Email to book.
Photo of Dr. Jana Lazarus, Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Dr. Jana Lazarus
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
"
Online practice at the moment. We don't offer a meet-and-greet, but there is no obligation to continue after a first session. Email to book.
Photo of Dr. Jana Lazarus, Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Dr. Jana Lazarus
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.