Anxiety Therapists in Berea

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Janet Simons
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Ind. Psych.
Berea 4083
The rapid onset of change can result in increased levels of anxiety, uncertainty, insecurity and fear.
Dealing with loss and change can create significant discomfort. Emotional support and skills development will enable you to transition through a time of emotional challenges and daily stressors. Your personal development is a collaborative process. This aims to understand your challenges and work together to identify your needs and form strategies for the way forward. The services offered aim to facilitate personal growth towards reaching your potential.
The rapid onset of change can result in increased levels of anxiety, uncertainty, insecurity and fear.
Dealing with loss and change can create significant discomfort. Emotional support and skills development will enable you to transition through a time of emotional challenges and daily stressors. Your personal development is a collaborative process. This aims to understand your challenges and work together to identify your needs and form strategies for the way forward. The services offered aim to facilitate personal growth towards reaching your potential.
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Salmaan Salduker
General Counsellor
2 Endorsed
Berea 4001
As a dedicated wellness counsellor, I specialize in guiding clients toward balance and fulfillment through personalized, holistic approaches. My training in mindfulness, addiction, and stress management, combined with a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, empowers individuals to achieve lasting mental, emotional, and physical well-being. I’m committed to creating a safe, supportive space where you can explore your goals, overcome challenges, and thrive. Let’s work together to unlock your potential and cultivate a healthier, happier you.
As a dedicated wellness counsellor, I specialize in guiding clients toward balance and fulfillment through personalized, holistic approaches. My training in mindfulness, addiction, and stress management, combined with a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, empowers individuals to achieve lasting mental, emotional, and physical well-being. I’m committed to creating a safe, supportive space where you can explore your goals, overcome challenges, and thrive. Let’s work together to unlock your potential and cultivate a healthier, happier you.
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Sithabile Ndlovu
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Berea 4001
Highly skilled in individual psychotherapy, couples therapy; tackling issues of relationship difficulties, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and bereavement.
Clinical Psychologist with demonstrated experience in mental health care having worked in a Psychiatric Hospital, Employee Wellness, Institution of Higher Learning and Private Practice.
Highly skilled in individual psychotherapy, couples therapy; tackling issues of relationship difficulties, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and bereavement.
Clinical Psychologist with demonstrated experience in mental health care having worked in a Psychiatric Hospital, Employee Wellness, Institution of Higher Learning and Private Practice.
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Simphiwe Hlengwa
Social Worker, SACSSP
Berea 4001
I have over 13 years of experience working with individuals from all walks of life and in different settings, Non-Profit Organizations, Higher Education, Local Municipalities, Private Sectors. Whether its Facilitation or Therapy the goal is to create a safe and a non-judgmental environment for individuals looking to learn healthier ways of managing difficulties, challenges, and be empowered with sustainable tools.
I have over 13 years of experience working with individuals from all walks of life and in different settings, Non-Profit Organizations, Higher Education, Local Municipalities, Private Sectors. Whether its Facilitation or Therapy the goal is to create a safe and a non-judgmental environment for individuals looking to learn healthier ways of managing difficulties, challenges, and be empowered with sustainable tools.
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Stephanie Rosanne Erasmus
General Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Berea 4001
I hold individuals in unconditional positive regard and seek to build trust and hope in the face of hardships like puberty, depression, grief, relationship breakdowns, anxiety, single parenting and living amongst personality disorders.
People so often suffer daily hardships within their work lives, relationships, family dynamics and spiritual pursuits. We seldom have a place of emotional refuge to verbalize and navigate these internalisations. We repeatedly entrust our confidences with friends and family, who place us in a position of judgement and punish us for our truths, when what we all need as human beings is a sanctuary in which we are heard and understood.
I hold individuals in unconditional positive regard and seek to build trust and hope in the face of hardships like puberty, depression, grief, relationship breakdowns, anxiety, single parenting and living amongst personality disorders.
People so often suffer daily hardships within their work lives, relationships, family dynamics and spiritual pursuits. We seldom have a place of emotional refuge to verbalize and navigate these internalisations. We repeatedly entrust our confidences with friends and family, who place us in a position of judgement and punish us for our truths, when what we all need as human beings is a sanctuary in which we are heard and understood.
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Vanessa Olivia Wright
Psychologist, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Berea 4083
People seek therapy for a variety of reasons; some people seek it because they have felt depressed, anxious or angry for a long time.
To me, therapy is a collaborative treatment approach aiming to help people gain a better understanding of themselves and difficulties in their lives, and helping them to develop healthier coping skills, changing self-destructive behaviours, resolving painful feelings and improving relationships. I aim to help people live happier, more fulfilling lives.
People seek therapy for a variety of reasons; some people seek it because they have felt depressed, anxious or angry for a long time.
To me, therapy is a collaborative treatment approach aiming to help people gain a better understanding of themselves and difficulties in their lives, and helping them to develop healthier coping skills, changing self-destructive behaviours, resolving painful feelings and improving relationships. I aim to help people live happier, more fulfilling lives.
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Meenaloshini Govender
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Berea 4083
Working with Adolescents, Mental Health, Intellectual Disabilities, Couples counselling, Family relationships and conflict, Parent Support, Educator Support and Anxiety
Hi! I am Dr Loshni Govender. I am an Educational Psychologist. I have been in the Education system for more than 34 years. I work with individuals, couples and families. I also offer parent and educator support.
Working with Adolescents, Mental Health, Intellectual Disabilities, Couples counselling, Family relationships and conflict, Parent Support, Educator Support and Anxiety
Hi! I am Dr Loshni Govender. I am an Educational Psychologist. I have been in the Education system for more than 34 years. I work with individuals, couples and families. I also offer parent and educator support.
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Fathima Khatib
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Berea 4083
Im a Clinical Psychologist trained both in the UK and South Africa and deal with a variety of mental health issues (ncluding depression, anxiety, bipolar mood disorder, grief,couples therapy, and so on).
I can help clients to achieve a sense of equilibrium within the self. I do not take away negative emotions but help clients respond in a way thay allows for general emotional stability and overall well being.
Im a Clinical Psychologist trained both in the UK and South Africa and deal with a variety of mental health issues (ncluding depression, anxiety, bipolar mood disorder, grief,couples therapy, and so on).
I can help clients to achieve a sense of equilibrium within the self. I do not take away negative emotions but help clients respond in a way thay allows for general emotional stability and overall well being.
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Sandhya Mahabeer Psychologist
Psychologist, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Berea 4001
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More Therapists Nearby

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Marjaanah Motala
General Counsellor, MSc, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome! As a woman, I understand how complex life can be, and as a practitioner, my aim is to provide quality, affordable, and flexible sessions for all women. I work best with those who are ready to invest in their mental health, explore different avenues of healing, show up for themselves, and take meaningful steps toward lasting change. Healing isn’t always easy, it takes strength, vulnerability, and commitment. But, together, it can be a beautiful experience. I adopt a gentle but structured guided approach by using exercises and personalized resources to support your unique journey, leading to a healthier and happier you.
Welcome! As a woman, I understand how complex life can be, and as a practitioner, my aim is to provide quality, affordable, and flexible sessions for all women. I work best with those who are ready to invest in their mental health, explore different avenues of healing, show up for themselves, and take meaningful steps toward lasting change. Healing isn’t always easy, it takes strength, vulnerability, and commitment. But, together, it can be a beautiful experience. I adopt a gentle but structured guided approach by using exercises and personalized resources to support your unique journey, leading to a healthier and happier you.
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Marc Greener
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Westville 3629
I am a Clinical Psychologist practicing in Westville, Durban. I work with both adolescents and adults, focusing on a range of different mental health difficulties. I offer individual psychotherapy, career guidance and general counselling.
I am a Clinical Psychologist practicing in Westville, Durban. I work with both adolescents and adults, focusing on a range of different mental health difficulties. I offer individual psychotherapy, career guidance and general counselling.
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Dr. Portia Monnapula-Mazabane
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Umhlanga 4319
Her expertise includes working with relationship conflicts, anxiety, mood disorders such as depression, bipolar, adjustment disorders, postnatal depression, family-related challenges, grief, acute post-traumatic stress, workplace-related stress, and conflict management.
Offer face-to-face and online sessions
Her expertise includes working with relationship conflicts, anxiety, mood disorders such as depression, bipolar, adjustment disorders, postnatal depression, family-related challenges, grief, acute post-traumatic stress, workplace-related stress, and conflict management.
Offer face-to-face and online sessions
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Neville McLean
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
I specialize in addressing Trauma, Addiction, Anxiety, Stress, and Depression, and I will customize my approach to meet your individual needs.
For over 15 years, I’ve been helping people work through life’s toughest challenges. I know it can feel overwhelming to take that first step, but I’m here to provide a safe, understanding space where you’ll always feel heard and supported. My approach is warm and compassionate, focused on meeting you where you are. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you, using proven tools to help you feel more balanced and in control. You don’t have to face these challenges alone. Let’s start this journey together and move toward a life that feels lighter, more manageable, and fulfilling.
I specialize in addressing Trauma, Addiction, Anxiety, Stress, and Depression, and I will customize my approach to meet your individual needs.
For over 15 years, I’ve been helping people work through life’s toughest challenges. I know it can feel overwhelming to take that first step, but I’m here to provide a safe, understanding space where you’ll always feel heard and supported. My approach is warm and compassionate, focused on meeting you where you are. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you, using proven tools to help you feel more balanced and in control. You don’t have to face these challenges alone. Let’s start this journey together and move toward a life that feels lighter, more manageable, and fulfilling.
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Lynne Richards
Psychologist, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Hello, I’m Lynne Richards, a registered Clinical Psychologist (PS0160644; Pr No. 1288326). If you’re here, you’ve already taken a brave first step. Starting therapy can feel overwhelming. You don’t have to navigate it alone. Whether you are facing long-standing patterns or recent life stressors, therapy offers a space to pause, reflect, and develop greater clarity and resilience. I provide psychotherapy for adolescents (12+) and adults facing mild to severe mental health disorders. I have a special interest in neurodivergence, women's health challenges, and health care worker burnout.
Hello, I’m Lynne Richards, a registered Clinical Psychologist (PS0160644; Pr No. 1288326). If you’re here, you’ve already taken a brave first step. Starting therapy can feel overwhelming. You don’t have to navigate it alone. Whether you are facing long-standing patterns or recent life stressors, therapy offers a space to pause, reflect, and develop greater clarity and resilience. I provide psychotherapy for adolescents (12+) and adults facing mild to severe mental health disorders. I have a special interest in neurodivergence, women's health challenges, and health care worker burnout.
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Eileen Thayser
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I've been a psychologist for 24 years, after a long business career. I'm committed to fostering a trusting relationship where individuals feel safe to open up and share their true selves. Together, we cultivate an environment in which people discover their inner qualities, strengths, and resilience, make sense of challenging situations and often painful pasts, and build a future where they maintain a strong sense of well-being. My experience shows that clients seek an open, honest, practical and future-focused therapist.
I've been a psychologist for 24 years, after a long business career. I'm committed to fostering a trusting relationship where individuals feel safe to open up and share their true selves. Together, we cultivate an environment in which people discover their inner qualities, strengths, and resilience, make sense of challenging situations and often painful pasts, and build a future where they maintain a strong sense of well-being. My experience shows that clients seek an open, honest, practical and future-focused therapist.
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Adolf Lowies
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
La Lucia 4051
A mature and highly experienced and qualified therapist with warmth, humor, compassion, wisdom and personal strength.
A mature and highly experienced and qualified therapist with warmth, humor, compassion, wisdom and personal strength.
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Lisa Comrie
Registered Counsellor
Westville 3629
We all experience life's ups and downs with its different seasons and the accompanying stressors , grief, anxiety and depression.
All too often we don't have a safe and confidential place to share our emotions , stresses and life challenges. I offer a relaxed and safe emotional space to explore these issues, and help you the client, to chart a way forward.
We all experience life's ups and downs with its different seasons and the accompanying stressors , grief, anxiety and depression.
All too often we don't have a safe and confidential place to share our emotions , stresses and life challenges. I offer a relaxed and safe emotional space to explore these issues, and help you the client, to chart a way forward.
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Courtenay Pottow
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Serves Area
Clients reach out to me to benefit from evidence-based therapy techniques to better themselves, their relationships, & their lives in general. My clients enjoy my friendly & upbeat personality, as well as my empathetic and welcoming nature.
Clients reach out to me to benefit from evidence-based therapy techniques to better themselves, their relationships, & their lives in general. My clients enjoy my friendly & upbeat personality, as well as my empathetic and welcoming nature.
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Leonie M Dippenaar
General Counsellor
Online Only
You may be self-aware and capable, but still feel trapped in anxiety, burnout, or repeating emotional patterns; therapy can help you shift what insight alone has not changed.
I specialise in helping emotionally aware adults who feel stuck in trauma-driven patterns, anxiety, or burnout. Using BWRT, hypnotherapy, and trauma-informed approaches, we work with subconscious patterns and nervous-system responses to create meaningful change, helping you feel calmer, more grounded, and back in control of your life.
You may be self-aware and capable, but still feel trapped in anxiety, burnout, or repeating emotional patterns; therapy can help you shift what insight alone has not changed.
I specialise in helping emotionally aware adults who feel stuck in trauma-driven patterns, anxiety, or burnout. Using BWRT, hypnotherapy, and trauma-informed approaches, we work with subconscious patterns and nervous-system responses to create meaningful change, helping you feel calmer, more grounded, and back in control of your life.
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Yasmeen Engelbrecht
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Umhlanga 4320
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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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.