Therapists in Bloemfontein
Simoné Vink
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9301
As a Clinical Psychologist, I feel passionate about helping individuals discover their strengths, cope with daily challenges, and assist them in coping with or working through emotional distress in a safe environment. I offer play therapy to children 4-12 years of age and psychotherapy to adolescents and adults.
As a Clinical Psychologist, I feel passionate about helping individuals discover their strengths, cope with daily challenges, and assist them in coping with or working through emotional distress in a safe environment. I offer play therapy to children 4-12 years of age and psychotherapy to adolescents and adults.
Nico Venter
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9301
Life can be hard. We experience a whole array of emotions while balancing work, personal life, and relationships. At times it feels like the things happening in our life are overwhelming us, which leads to emotions like anxiety and depression. The thought of therapy can be intimidating, but it is a rewarding process of self-discovery and understanding yourself better to deal with the challenges of life.
Life can be hard. We experience a whole array of emotions while balancing work, personal life, and relationships. At times it feels like the things happening in our life are overwhelming us, which leads to emotions like anxiety and depression. The thought of therapy can be intimidating, but it is a rewarding process of self-discovery and understanding yourself better to deal with the challenges of life.
Lizette Muller Psychology Practice (Pty) Ltd
Psychologist, MSc, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9301
Asking for help might be the bravest thing you ever do! Life is a journey that might be hard and even overwhelming sometimes. You may feel stuck and lose all hope. I can provide a safe space where I will listen with empathy and compassion to your life story and help you to make sense of your journey and to heal and grow. Discovering the strengths that lie within yourself can be a rewarding process that will equip you to deal more effectively with life's challenges.
Asking for help might be the bravest thing you ever do! Life is a journey that might be hard and even overwhelming sometimes. You may feel stuck and lose all hope. I can provide a safe space where I will listen with empathy and compassion to your life story and help you to make sense of your journey and to heal and grow. Discovering the strengths that lie within yourself can be a rewarding process that will equip you to deal more effectively with life's challenges.
Frederick Van Niekerk
Psychologist, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9301
Frederick van Niekerk has 14 years experience in mental health, both as Registered Counsellor and Clinical Psychologist. He completed his M.Soc.Sc in clinical psychology in 2016. He currently works in the SANDF and private practice.
Frederick van Niekerk has 14 years experience in mental health, both as Registered Counsellor and Clinical Psychologist. He completed his M.Soc.Sc in clinical psychology in 2016. He currently works in the SANDF and private practice.
Menanteaux Madeleine Olivier
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9301
Life is full of ups and downs. In the end it is the journey that matters most and that teaches us the most. Psychotherapy offer an individual the opportunity to collaborate with a therapist to overcome any obstacles that are hindering their progress or growth. The process of therapy addresses emotional, relational, cognitive and occupational concerns. I collaborate with the client and personalise an approach most beneficial to the client. To me psychotherapy is a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space in which to explore and better understand yourself, your relationships, and the challenges or difficulties that you face.
Life is full of ups and downs. In the end it is the journey that matters most and that teaches us the most. Psychotherapy offer an individual the opportunity to collaborate with a therapist to overcome any obstacles that are hindering their progress or growth. The process of therapy addresses emotional, relational, cognitive and occupational concerns. I collaborate with the client and personalise an approach most beneficial to the client. To me psychotherapy is a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space in which to explore and better understand yourself, your relationships, and the challenges or difficulties that you face.
Marshal Buti Mokoena
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bloemfontein 9323
A highly trained, experienced and professional Clinical Psychologist who can offer empathetic assistance and support with a wide range of psychosocial issues affecting individuals, couples, families and groups in various settings
A highly trained, experienced and professional Clinical Psychologist who can offer empathetic assistance and support with a wide range of psychosocial issues affecting individuals, couples, families and groups in various settings
Online Therapists
Mmapula Moalusi
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Kimberley 8301
I am a Clinical Psychologist working with individuals, couples, families with various issues such as depression, anxiety, work-related stressors, adjustment issues, bereavement, trauma etc.
I am a Clinical Psychologist working with individuals, couples, families with various issues such as depression, anxiety, work-related stressors, adjustment issues, bereavement, trauma etc.
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Self-Harming Counsellors
How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behaviour therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.