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Available both in-person and online
34 La Provence Road La Rochelle, Bellville Vosfontein 7530
When you've stopped recognising your own life — when nothing feels worth waking up for — The Tiny Room is where people come to find themselves again. We are a registered private practice in Bellville, Cape Town, specialising in suicide prevention, adolescent therapy, and the cases that feel most hopeless. Our proprietary TTRITF — The Tiny Room Integrated Therapeutic Framework — is an evidence-based eight-week, eight-session process integrating seven established therapeutic modalities into one coherent intervention. One process. Eight consecutive weeks. A life that feels like yours again.
Lucinda J. Valentine — Founder and Lead Therapist — works exclusively with tweens and teens. Her research focuses on self-actualisation as a protective factor against suicidal behaviour. The rest of TTR's therapeutic team provide our process to adults and couples. In-person in La Rochelle, Bellville, Cape Town. Virtually across South Africa and abroad.
Most South African medical aids are accepted. The destination is not symptom management. It is not coping. It is a life that feels like yours again — yours to keep. If you are struggling, you belong here. Visit our website to begin your 8-week process.
Take the first step to help. Call or The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention now - 087 250 0412 x75

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

The Tiny Room Counselling & Therapy

34 La Provence Road

La Rochelle, Bellville

Vosfontein 7530 map

087 250 0412 x75

Durbanville 7550

Website
Bookings are done through our website. No awkward waiting room or receptionist to deal with. Therapists welcome their own clients in.
I specialize in Suicidal Ideation, Self-Harming and Anxiety 
R695 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
You belong here. Eight weeks. Eight sessions. Begin at our website.
The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
Let's Connect 087 250 0412 x75
Photo of Lucinda J. Valentine - The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

The Tiny Room Counselling & Therapy

34 La Provence Road

La Rochelle, Bellville

Vosfontein 7530 map

087 250 0412 x75

Durbanville 7550

Website
Bookings are done through our website. No awkward waiting room or receptionist to deal with. Therapists welcome their own clients in.
I specialize in Suicidal Ideation, Self-Harming and Anxiety 
R695 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
You belong here. Eight weeks. Eight sessions. Begin at our website.
The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions R695
  • Couple Sessions R975

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Electronic Funds Transfer

Insurance

  • Bonitas
  • Discovery Health
  • Fedhealth
  • Momentum
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We only accept Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) 24hrs prior to your appointment. This secures your booking. We are a busy private practice, you paying ahead of your appointment secures your booking, ensuring you won't be disappointed in not getting a spot.
Photo of Lucinda J. Valentine - The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
or call with questions - 087 250 0412 x75
"
We only accept Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) 24hrs prior to your appointment. This secures your booking. We are a busy private practice, you paying ahead of your appointment secures your booking, ensuring you won't be disappointed in not getting a spot.
Photo of Lucinda J. Valentine - The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
or call with questions - 087 250 0412 x75

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) Lucinda J. Valentine
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 4 years
  • Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Bachelor of Social Work, Graduated 2016
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from University of Cape Town in Public Policy & Administration (M.P.P.A.) Master of Philosophy in Public Policy & Administration / 2021
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We're a registered private practice with four therapists. Three work exclusively with adults and one works exclusively with tweens and teens. Couples are welcome. Our specialised therapy is delivered in English. Three of our four therapists fully understand Afrikaans.
Photo of Lucinda J. Valentine - The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
or call with questions - 087 250 0412 x75
"
We're a registered private practice with four therapists. Three work exclusively with adults and one works exclusively with tweens and teens. Couples are welcome. Our specialised therapy is delivered in English. Three of our four therapists fully understand Afrikaans.
Photo of Lucinda J. Valentine - The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
or call with questions - 087 250 0412 x75

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Self-Harming
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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If you are looking for therapy that actually works, and for something very different, then The Tiny Room's approach to mental health care may just be for you. We smash the stereotypical mould of what therapy is perceived to be and do things unconventional and unique, just like you are unique.
Photo of Lucinda J. Valentine - The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
or call with questions - 087 250 0412 x75
"
If you are looking for therapy that actually works, and for something very different, then The Tiny Room's approach to mental health care may just be for you. We smash the stereotypical mould of what therapy is perceived to be and do things unconventional and unique, just like you are unique.
Photo of Lucinda J. Valentine - The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
or call with questions - 087 250 0412 x75

5 Endorsements

Renier Swart
Renier Swart
Registered CounsellorHPCSA - Counsellor
Very warm, welcoming and passionate social worker with excellent therapeutic abilities at an affordable rate. Highly recommended!
Mimi Hewett
Mimi Hewett
Registered CounsellorHPCSA - Counsellor
Passionately devoted to her clients. Providing good, affordable, professional counselling services.
Melissa De Klerk
Melissa De Klerk
Social WorkerMSocSci
Lucinda is a highly committed therapist, her energy and creativity makes her an excellent referral for teen and tween clients. Well managed, user-friendly practice
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Social WorkerSACSSP
Lucinda is a dedicated and professional social worker. Her out of the box, forward-thinking approach makes her and her practise stand-out. She has in-depth understanding of the mental health field that will benefit clients.
Debbie Hélen Klopper
Debbie Hélen Klopper
General Counsellor
Lucinda exhibits exceptional professionalism, demonstrating dedication not only to her clients but also to her fellow colleagues within the counseling profession.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Existential
  • Family / Marital
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Jungian
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centred
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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We offer our 8-session/8-week therapy process to tweens, teens, and adult clients. Our process is predominantly Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), with Logotherapy, Existential Therapy, and Person-Centered Approach woven throughout. Please go read our Google reviews before deciding to book in with us. Our approach is not for everyone.
Photo of Lucinda J. Valentine - The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
or call with questions - 087 250 0412 x75
"
We offer our 8-session/8-week therapy process to tweens, teens, and adult clients. Our process is predominantly Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), with Logotherapy, Existential Therapy, and Person-Centered Approach woven throughout. Please go read our Google reviews before deciding to book in with us. Our approach is not for everyone.
Photo of Lucinda J. Valentine - The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
or call with questions - 087 250 0412 x75

Location

Primary Location

The Tiny Room Counselling & Therapy

34 La Provence Road

La Rochelle, Bellville

Vosfontein 7530

087 250 0412 x75

Additional Location

Durbanville 7550

087 250 0412 x75
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Bookings are done through our website. No awkward waiting room or receptionist to deal with. Therapists welcome their own clients in.
Photo of Lucinda J. Valentine - The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
Take the first step to help. Call now - 087 250 0412 x75
"
Bookings are done through our website. No awkward waiting room or receptionist to deal with. Therapists welcome their own clients in.
Photo of Lucinda J. Valentine - The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
The Tiny Room Therapy for Suicide Prevention
Take the first step to help. Call now - 087 250 0412 x75