Psychologists and Therapists for Elderly in Bishopscourt
Psychotherapy regarding depression, anxiety, bereavement, trauma and other life crises.
Professional supervision for Psychologists and Counsellors. Focus areas include insight into therapeutic alliance; Case management; Ethics in Clinical Practice; and Support and Burnout prevention. I have over 30 yrs experience including managing programs and lecturing/supervision for UCT Dept of Psychiatry Postgraduate Diploma in Addictions Care.
Psychotherapy regarding depression, anxiety, bereavement, trauma and other life crises.
Professional supervision for Psychologists and Counsellors. Focus areas include insight into therapeutic alliance; Case management; Ethics in Clinical Practice; and Support and Burnout prevention. I have over 30 yrs experience including managing programs and lecturing/supervision for UCT Dept of Psychiatry Postgraduate Diploma in Addictions Care.
I see therapy as a genuine human encounter—one that goes beyond roles or techniques. I aim to be fully present in the room, bringing my whole self into the work, rather than performing as a distant expert.
In my view, the most meaningful therapeutic work happens when both of us are able to show up as real people. Within that kind of relationship, deeper understanding, emotional clarity, and lasting change can occur.
My work is insight-oriented, helping you to understand not only what you are feeling, but why—tracing patterns, meanings, and experiences across the life course.
I see therapy as a genuine human encounter—one that goes beyond roles or techniques. I aim to be fully present in the room, bringing my whole self into the work, rather than performing as a distant expert.
In my view, the most meaningful therapeutic work happens when both of us are able to show up as real people. Within that kind of relationship, deeper understanding, emotional clarity, and lasting change can occur.
My work is insight-oriented, helping you to understand not only what you are feeling, but why—tracing patterns, meanings, and experiences across the life course.
I work with an individuals as well as couples.
In couples work we focus on communication skills, connection, conflict resolution and teamwork.
With individual work, I help with anxiety, stress, low mood, low motivation, emotional turmoil, low self-esteem, lack of direction and self-limiting belief systems.
As a certified doula, I specialise in perinatal mental health. I assist with birth trauma, pregnancy and baby loss as well as pregnancy termination.
My approach is holistic and looks at all aspects of your being.
All my clients come with the need to heal, manage the world and find the joy in their lives again!
I work with an individuals as well as couples.
In couples work we focus on communication skills, connection, conflict resolution and teamwork.
With individual work, I help with anxiety, stress, low mood, low motivation, emotional turmoil, low self-esteem, lack of direction and self-limiting belief systems.
As a certified doula, I specialise in perinatal mental health. I assist with birth trauma, pregnancy and baby loss as well as pregnancy termination.
My approach is holistic and looks at all aspects of your being.
All my clients come with the need to heal, manage the world and find the joy in their lives again!
I strongly believe that everyone deserves quality access to mental healthcare, & I fiercely advocate for my clients. Clients usually come to my practice because something in their inner or outer world isn't working for them, & they are looking for relief, clarity or change. I help them by delivering ethical & evidence-backed counselling techniques to ensure that my clients receive professional & effective counselling. My friendly, outgoing & welcoming nature ensures that clients feel seen, heard, & supported.
I strongly believe that everyone deserves quality access to mental healthcare, & I fiercely advocate for my clients. Clients usually come to my practice because something in their inner or outer world isn't working for them, & they are looking for relief, clarity or change. I help them by delivering ethical & evidence-backed counselling techniques to ensure that my clients receive professional & effective counselling. My friendly, outgoing & welcoming nature ensures that clients feel seen, heard, & supported.
Many of my clients come to counselling during times of significant change. They may be navigating relationship difficulties, divorce or separation, family conflict, grief and loss, stress and burnout, anxiety, depression, or a growing sense that life is no longer working in the way it once did. Some feel overwhelmed and emotionally exhausted, while others feel stuck or uncertain about the future. I provide a warm, supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, gain insight into themselves and their relationships, and find their way forward with greater clarity, self-understanding and resilience.
Many of my clients come to counselling during times of significant change. They may be navigating relationship difficulties, divorce or separation, family conflict, grief and loss, stress and burnout, anxiety, depression, or a growing sense that life is no longer working in the way it once did. Some feel overwhelmed and emotionally exhausted, while others feel stuck or uncertain about the future. I provide a warm, supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, gain insight into themselves and their relationships, and find their way forward with greater clarity, self-understanding and resilience.
Life's transitions—new jobs, relationships, family changes, or loss—can challenge your ability to thrive. With over a decade of experience in individual, family, and addiction counseling, coupled with my MBA, I offer a unique, holistic approach to help you overcome obstacles and make meaningful changes. Together, we’ll uncover root causes, build healthy relationships, and turn struggles into successes. Change is hard, but with the right tools and support, it's possible. Whether in person or remotely, I’m here to guide you through those tough decisions and empower you to achieve your goals. Call for a free 15-minute consultation.
Life's transitions—new jobs, relationships, family changes, or loss—can challenge your ability to thrive. With over a decade of experience in individual, family, and addiction counseling, coupled with my MBA, I offer a unique, holistic approach to help you overcome obstacles and make meaningful changes. Together, we’ll uncover root causes, build healthy relationships, and turn struggles into successes. Change is hard, but with the right tools and support, it's possible. Whether in person or remotely, I’m here to guide you through those tough decisions and empower you to achieve your goals. Call for a free 15-minute consultation.
More Therapists Nearby
I am passionate about supporting children (ages 6+), adolescents, and young adults as they navigate the challenges that can arise during periods of growth and change. At times, we can feel overwhelmed by emotions such as stress, worry, anger, and sadness. These feelings are completely valid, and healing begins by making space for, acknowledging, and understanding our emotions. My counselling approach is gentle, warm, and collaborative, tailored to the client's needs. I work alongside individuals and families to process challenges, develop healthy coping strategies, and build emotional awareness, resilience, and hope for the future.
I am passionate about supporting children (ages 6+), adolescents, and young adults as they navigate the challenges that can arise during periods of growth and change. At times, we can feel overwhelmed by emotions such as stress, worry, anger, and sadness. These feelings are completely valid, and healing begins by making space for, acknowledging, and understanding our emotions. My counselling approach is gentle, warm, and collaborative, tailored to the client's needs. I work alongside individuals and families to process challenges, develop healthy coping strategies, and build emotional awareness, resilience, and hope for the future.
As a counselor and social worker with nearly 50 years of experience, I have had the privilege of supporting many individuals, couples and families, through various life transitions and challenges. I strive to help all clients recognize and uncover their resilience, embracing each person’s unique coping mechanisms in a non-judgmental and compassionate environment. My work has included extensive support in loss, grief, and bereavement counselling, helping clients navigate the emotional complexities of mourning and healing.
As a counselor and social worker with nearly 50 years of experience, I have had the privilege of supporting many individuals, couples and families, through various life transitions and challenges. I strive to help all clients recognize and uncover their resilience, embracing each person’s unique coping mechanisms in a non-judgmental and compassionate environment. My work has included extensive support in loss, grief, and bereavement counselling, helping clients navigate the emotional complexities of mourning and healing.
Change happens when we feel safe enough to set down the weight of expectations and look honestly at the parts of our lives that no longer fit. I work with individuals who are navigating the heavy terrain of grief, the exhaustion of burnout, or the complex layers of trauma and identity. In our sessions, I offer a grounded, collaborative space where curiosity replaces criticism. Whether we are untangling relationship patterns or navigating a life transition, my focus is on helping you find a sense of internal clarity and steadiness. Through our work, we'll move towards deeper self-understanding and values-driven actions.
Change happens when we feel safe enough to set down the weight of expectations and look honestly at the parts of our lives that no longer fit. I work with individuals who are navigating the heavy terrain of grief, the exhaustion of burnout, or the complex layers of trauma and identity. In our sessions, I offer a grounded, collaborative space where curiosity replaces criticism. Whether we are untangling relationship patterns or navigating a life transition, my focus is on helping you find a sense of internal clarity and steadiness. Through our work, we'll move towards deeper self-understanding and values-driven actions.
Life often presents challenges that can be perplexing and unpredictable. If you are feeling anxious, sad, angry, overwhelmed, or even a confusing mix of them all, I am here to help. Each individual's journey through their challenges, as well as their needs, is unique, sometimes requiring personalized support. In my practice, I provide a secure and nonjudgmental space that we can tailor together to fit your specific needs. We can explore, understand, and find solutions to the things that hold you back and cause you distress.
Life often presents challenges that can be perplexing and unpredictable. If you are feeling anxious, sad, angry, overwhelmed, or even a confusing mix of them all, I am here to help. Each individual's journey through their challenges, as well as their needs, is unique, sometimes requiring personalized support. In my practice, I provide a secure and nonjudgmental space that we can tailor together to fit your specific needs. We can explore, understand, and find solutions to the things that hold you back and cause you distress.
Jennifer Armstrong
General Counsellor, MSc, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
11 Endorsed
Plumstead 7801
Welcome to my space, where individuals can connect with themselves and safely express and explore their inner world. As a Counsellor I provide a warm and empathetic holding space with a high regard for ethical practice. My main goal with clients is to create a safe, non-judgmental environment that fosters personal growth, exploration and healing. I use a systems approach which considers each individual holistically considering the interconnectedness of mind, body and soul. Lets work together to cultivate a deeper understanding of yourself and support your journey towards healing, growth and self-discovery.
Welcome to my space, where individuals can connect with themselves and safely express and explore their inner world. As a Counsellor I provide a warm and empathetic holding space with a high regard for ethical practice. My main goal with clients is to create a safe, non-judgmental environment that fosters personal growth, exploration and healing. I use a systems approach which considers each individual holistically considering the interconnectedness of mind, body and soul. Lets work together to cultivate a deeper understanding of yourself and support your journey towards healing, growth and self-discovery.
Clients have different needs that they would seek assistance with from a competent professional. The client needs to be heard and their feelings validated. I provide a safe and confidential space for clients 14 years old and above to engage with me. My specialist Counselling knowledge and approach will put the client at ease and allow the therapy to take its course. I acknowledge that each individual requires different levels of support and based on that, I apply my technique of empathetic listening and appropriate counselling as required.
Clients have different needs that they would seek assistance with from a competent professional. The client needs to be heard and their feelings validated. I provide a safe and confidential space for clients 14 years old and above to engage with me. My specialist Counselling knowledge and approach will put the client at ease and allow the therapy to take its course. I acknowledge that each individual requires different levels of support and based on that, I apply my technique of empathetic listening and appropriate counselling as required.
Person-Centered Therapy, believed that everyone is different and, therefore, everyone’s view of his or her own world, and ability to manage it, should be trusted. All of us have the power to find the best solutions for ourselves and make appropriate changes in our lives. As your psychologist I will provide unconditional positive regard, which means I will be empathetic and non-judgmental to convey your feelings of understanding, trust, and confidence that encourage you to make your own decisions and choices. I place high value on empathetic understanding, which means I completely understand and accept your thoughts and feelings.
Person-Centered Therapy, believed that everyone is different and, therefore, everyone’s view of his or her own world, and ability to manage it, should be trusted. All of us have the power to find the best solutions for ourselves and make appropriate changes in our lives. As your psychologist I will provide unconditional positive regard, which means I will be empathetic and non-judgmental to convey your feelings of understanding, trust, and confidence that encourage you to make your own decisions and choices. I place high value on empathetic understanding, which means I completely understand and accept your thoughts and feelings.
I work with child ,adolescents, adults, couples, and families . My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. Together, we’ll explore your challenges, build practical coping strategies, strengthen resilience, and work towards meaningful, lasting change. Teaching clients how to draw a line in the sand & become their potential, without their past/ trauma holding them back . At Restoration Room Counselling, my goal is to help you rebuild, renew, and restore.
I work with child ,adolescents, adults, couples, and families . My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. Together, we’ll explore your challenges, build practical coping strategies, strengthen resilience, and work towards meaningful, lasting change. Teaching clients how to draw a line in the sand & become their potential, without their past/ trauma holding them back . At Restoration Room Counselling, my goal is to help you rebuild, renew, and restore.
I work with patients of all ages, covering assessments & diagnoses for individuals with changes to their brain, whether from developmental differences (e.g., ADHD, Autism), injury to their brain (e.g., traumatic brain injury), cerebrovascular disease (e.g., Stroke), or neurodegenerative disorders (e.g., various Dementia’s).
The assessments that I conduct allow for understanding of an individual’s cognitive functioning, whether for a better understanding of oneself, determining appropriate school environments, as part of pre-and-post neurosurgery examination to determine appropriate rehabilitation support, or for medico-legal assessment following an accident.
I work with patients of all ages, covering assessments & diagnoses for individuals with changes to their brain, whether from developmental differences (e.g., ADHD, Autism), injury to their brain (e.g., traumatic brain injury), cerebrovascular disease (e.g., Stroke), or neurodegenerative disorders (e.g., various Dementia’s).
The assessments that I conduct allow for understanding of an individual’s cognitive functioning, whether for a better understanding of oneself, determining appropriate school environments, as part of pre-and-post neurosurgery examination to determine appropriate rehabilitation support, or for medico-legal assessment following an accident.
My goal as a professional is to provide quality care to mental health care users. It is to maintain the standard of my profession by delivering services that are effective across all levels of intervention. I provide individual, group, couples and family therapy. I intend to work towards developing and strengthening mental health promotion and mental illness prevention programs that address the widespread of mental illness.
My goal as a professional is to provide quality care to mental health care users. It is to maintain the standard of my profession by delivering services that are effective across all levels of intervention. I provide individual, group, couples and family therapy. I intend to work towards developing and strengthening mental health promotion and mental illness prevention programs that address the widespread of mental illness.
I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults who may be navigating anxiety, stress, low mood, life transitions, relationship difficulties, or academic and career-related uncertainty. Many of my clients feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to cope with current demands.
I support clients in building practical coping skills, improving emotional regulation, and developing healthier thinking patterns and behaviours. Together, we work toward greater self-understanding, resilience, and confidence in managing life’s challenges, using a supportive, collaborative, and tailored approach.
I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults who may be navigating anxiety, stress, low mood, life transitions, relationship difficulties, or academic and career-related uncertainty. Many of my clients feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to cope with current demands.
I support clients in building practical coping skills, improving emotional regulation, and developing healthier thinking patterns and behaviours. Together, we work toward greater self-understanding, resilience, and confidence in managing life’s challenges, using a supportive, collaborative, and tailored approach.
People often seem to feel overwhelmed by life’s expectations—high-functioning yet disconnected, thoughtful yet exhausted. They may struggle with burnout, ADHD, anxiety, depression or relationship strain and long to feel more authentic, grounded, and understood. They want to slow down, make sense of emotional patterns, and live with greater meaning, balance, and self-acceptance.
People often seem to feel overwhelmed by life’s expectations—high-functioning yet disconnected, thoughtful yet exhausted. They may struggle with burnout, ADHD, anxiety, depression or relationship strain and long to feel more authentic, grounded, and understood. They want to slow down, make sense of emotional patterns, and live with greater meaning, balance, and self-acceptance.
Other interests include: Supporting Individuals who are in Toxic Relationships, GBV, End of Life Process, Dementia, Dealing with Change.
Individual Counselling, Trauma Counselling, Grief & Loss, End of Life Counselling, Career Counselling. Dealing with Org. Restructure & Change, Retrenchments & Retirement. Anxiety, Stress, Burnout & Depression. Life Coaching & Mentoring.
Other interests include: Supporting Individuals who are in Toxic Relationships, GBV, End of Life Process, Dementia, Dealing with Change.
Individual Counselling, Trauma Counselling, Grief & Loss, End of Life Counselling, Career Counselling. Dealing with Org. Restructure & Change, Retrenchments & Retirement. Anxiety, Stress, Burnout & Depression. Life Coaching & Mentoring.
Life is full of challenges, transitions, and moments of self-discovery. Whether you’re seeking personal growth, navigating relationship dynamics, supporting an adolescent, or adjusting to parenthood, having a safe and supportive space to explore your emotions can make all the difference.
Janine offers professional and compassionate counselling with a client-centred approach, she creates a non-judgmental environment where you can freely express your thoughts, gain deeper insights, and develop practical strategies for healing.
Helping you navigate this crazy thing called life!
Life is full of challenges, transitions, and moments of self-discovery. Whether you’re seeking personal growth, navigating relationship dynamics, supporting an adolescent, or adjusting to parenthood, having a safe and supportive space to explore your emotions can make all the difference.
Janine offers professional and compassionate counselling with a client-centred approach, she creates a non-judgmental environment where you can freely express your thoughts, gain deeper insights, and develop practical strategies for healing.
Helping you navigate this crazy thing called life!
Nearby Seniors Counsellors Searches for Bishopscourt
- Bellville
- Century City
- Claremont
- Edgemead
- Goodwood
- N1 City
- Panorama
- Parow
- Pinelands
- Plattekloof
- Tyger Valley
- Welgemoed
FAQ - About Therapy for Elders
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.
How is counselling for elderly different from counselling for other age groups?
In general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.
How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.
What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counsellors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counsellors specialising in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counsellors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.