Domestic Abuse Therapists in Camps Bay

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Aadila Osman
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I specialize in Divorce, Domestic Abuse and Relationship Issues
As a dedicated professional in wellness counseling, education, and community engagement, I have consistently demonstrated my commitment to fostering social and emotional growth through empathy, effective communication, and strategic planning.
I specialize in Divorce, Domestic Abuse and Relationship Issues
As a dedicated professional in wellness counseling, education, and community engagement, I have consistently demonstrated my commitment to fostering social and emotional growth through empathy, effective communication, and strategic planning.
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Angelo Vincent Deboni
Registered Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Therapy has become very clinical in the pathological world we live in. I focus on ways to make ethical, values-based choices that help you build a life of purp & meaning. I use an Existentialist approach (Humanistic) and my methods generally follow Acceptance & Commitment Therapy guidelines. I have a unique perspective on many issues resulting from my experience in life with personal challenges: raised in poverty, suffering male-anorexia, failed early-life relationships and 20 yrs. as an entrepreneur. This lived experience helps me be an effective counsellor, mental health speaker and provide ethical services as a life-coach.
Therapy has become very clinical in the pathological world we live in. I focus on ways to make ethical, values-based choices that help you build a life of purp & meaning. I use an Existentialist approach (Humanistic) and my methods generally follow Acceptance & Commitment Therapy guidelines. I have a unique perspective on many issues resulting from my experience in life with personal challenges: raised in poverty, suffering male-anorexia, failed early-life relationships and 20 yrs. as an entrepreneur. This lived experience helps me be an effective counsellor, mental health speaker and provide ethical services as a life-coach.
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Colette Ann Rodrigues
Social Worker, MA
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about assisting people reach a place of contentment and fulfillment, be they coming from a place of loss and grief, life changes and divorce, trauma or bad choices. I am a qualified in EMDR. Inter-relational dynamics and family health are important, including communication, personal awareness and growth . I work strongly with children (play therapy), adolescents and adults around transitions, divorce, coping, trauma, grief and self development. My skills include addictions and co-dependency, mediation services, parenting plans and family assessments for care of children, helping children adjust and cope with change.
I am passionate about assisting people reach a place of contentment and fulfillment, be they coming from a place of loss and grief, life changes and divorce, trauma or bad choices. I am a qualified in EMDR. Inter-relational dynamics and family health are important, including communication, personal awareness and growth . I work strongly with children (play therapy), adolescents and adults around transitions, divorce, coping, trauma, grief and self development. My skills include addictions and co-dependency, mediation services, parenting plans and family assessments for care of children, helping children adjust and cope with change.
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Real Talk With Rini
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Serves Area
You may be navigating: Trauma (past or recent) Substance abuse or addictive behaviours Anxiety, depression, or burnout Relational Issues
Ego Down, Soul Up RealTalkWithRini / Counselling & Transformative Coaching for Adults & Couples Life isn’t always tidy, and sometimes, it takes more than just willpower to get through what we’re facing. Whether it’s trauma, anxiety, addiction, depression, grief, relationship breakdowns, or simply feeling stuck, the truth is: we’re not meant to heal alone. I’m Rini, a registered counsellor with the HPCSA and a certified transformative life coach. Through RealTalkWithRini, I offer grounded, compassionate, and honest support for adults and couples who are ready to face life’s challenges head-on — with courage, clarity, and purpose.
You may be navigating: Trauma (past or recent) Substance abuse or addictive behaviours Anxiety, depression, or burnout Relational Issues
Ego Down, Soul Up RealTalkWithRini / Counselling & Transformative Coaching for Adults & Couples Life isn’t always tidy, and sometimes, it takes more than just willpower to get through what we’re facing. Whether it’s trauma, anxiety, addiction, depression, grief, relationship breakdowns, or simply feeling stuck, the truth is: we’re not meant to heal alone. I’m Rini, a registered counsellor with the HPCSA and a certified transformative life coach. Through RealTalkWithRini, I offer grounded, compassionate, and honest support for adults and couples who are ready to face life’s challenges head-on — with courage, clarity, and purpose.
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Abigail Loubser
General Counsellor
Online Only
I specialize in issues such as narcissistic abuse recovery, abortions(had or planning), divorce, infidelity, incest, rape and various other areas of trauma.
The Individuals that feel as though no-one will understand or who have been told time and time again that they are the ones at fault, either in their relationships or at work. The individuals who feel alone and who cannot speak out due to hidden manipulation and control within a home or who are insidiously abused within a relationship. The individuals who feel that they are the ones who have destroyed their families lives, the individuals who want a safe space, a listening ear and supportive dialogue. The individual who wants clarity of mind, effective coping mechanisms and understanding, these are the individuals I counsel.
I specialize in issues such as narcissistic abuse recovery, abortions(had or planning), divorce, infidelity, incest, rape and various other areas of trauma.
The Individuals that feel as though no-one will understand or who have been told time and time again that they are the ones at fault, either in their relationships or at work. The individuals who feel alone and who cannot speak out due to hidden manipulation and control within a home or who are insidiously abused within a relationship. The individuals who feel that they are the ones who have destroyed their families lives, the individuals who want a safe space, a listening ear and supportive dialogue. The individual who wants clarity of mind, effective coping mechanisms and understanding, these are the individuals I counsel.
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A Better U
General Counsellor
As a dedicated and compassionate therapist and life coach with over five years of experience, I understand the profound impact that our thoughts and experiences can have on our lives. I focus on addressing on the root causes of challenges, rather than just the symptoms. My approach rooted in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, empowers clients to transform their thoughts and behaviours, leading to a lasting change. This philosophy has allowed me to achieve an extremely high success rate with my clients. II am dedicated to creating a safe, non-judgemental space, and for the LGBTQ+ community, where everyone feels valued and understood.
As a dedicated and compassionate therapist and life coach with over five years of experience, I understand the profound impact that our thoughts and experiences can have on our lives. I focus on addressing on the root causes of challenges, rather than just the symptoms. My approach rooted in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, empowers clients to transform their thoughts and behaviours, leading to a lasting change. This philosophy has allowed me to achieve an extremely high success rate with my clients. II am dedicated to creating a safe, non-judgemental space, and for the LGBTQ+ community, where everyone feels valued and understood.
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Dr Seleme Melato PhD (Clincal Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Are you in need of professional help or clarity with regards to your personal life, relationships, or your mental health? Do you have any life goals, needs or challenges, wherein you need guidance, support, towards understanding yourself and others? Your holistic mental health is my passion. I will help you navigate your journey towards self-discovery and understanding, as well as improving your relationships on a personal or professional level. Sessions are tailor made for the youth, adults, couples and families striving for psychosocial wellbeing.
Are you in need of professional help or clarity with regards to your personal life, relationships, or your mental health? Do you have any life goals, needs or challenges, wherein you need guidance, support, towards understanding yourself and others? Your holistic mental health is my passion. I will help you navigate your journey towards self-discovery and understanding, as well as improving your relationships on a personal or professional level. Sessions are tailor made for the youth, adults, couples and families striving for psychosocial wellbeing.
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Tracy Lynne Thomson
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Wynberg 7800
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working worth Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Bi-Polar Disorder, ADHD, Learning Disorders, Childhood trauma and abuse, Trauma, Medical trauma, Neurodiversity, Grief CounseIling, Divorce and Adjustment Disorders.
All my cases are conceptualised using Attachment Theory, Interpersonal Neurobiology and Cognitive approaches. I am also an EMDR trained practitioner. For younger clients, a combination of play therapy, creative interventions and cognitive approaches, with a focus on mindfulness and emotional regulation depending on the clinical presentation.
I have experience working worth Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Bi-Polar Disorder, ADHD, Learning Disorders, Childhood trauma and abuse, Trauma, Medical trauma, Neurodiversity, Grief CounseIling, Divorce and Adjustment Disorders.
All my cases are conceptualised using Attachment Theory, Interpersonal Neurobiology and Cognitive approaches. I am also an EMDR trained practitioner. For younger clients, a combination of play therapy, creative interventions and cognitive approaches, with a focus on mindfulness and emotional regulation depending on the clinical presentation.
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Kryska Jeno Marquard
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Taking the first step in your mental health is a brave venture. Finding the right therapist for this process is important. Therapeutic relationships should provide you with a sense of safety to explore the most vulnerable parts of you. In the words of Brené Brown "Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love and belonging and joy—the experiences that make us the most vulnerable. Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light."
Taking the first step in your mental health is a brave venture. Finding the right therapist for this process is important. Therapeutic relationships should provide you with a sense of safety to explore the most vulnerable parts of you. In the words of Brené Brown "Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love and belonging and joy—the experiences that make us the most vulnerable. Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light."
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I help couples and individuals navigate relationship challenges, including marital conflict, infidelity, emotional distance, and domestic abuse.
'Although the world is full of suffering, it is full also of the overcoming of it.' - Helen Keller. I support couples and individuals seeking to strengthen connection, heal conflict, and rebuild trust in their relationships. Using a trauma-informed, practical approach, I help clients improve communication, understand patterns, and create healthier, more fulfilling partnerships. Sessions are collaborative, grounded, and designed to guide couples and individuals toward clarity, growth, and lasting positive change.
I help couples and individuals navigate relationship challenges, including marital conflict, infidelity, emotional distance, and domestic abuse.
'Although the world is full of suffering, it is full also of the overcoming of it.' - Helen Keller. I support couples and individuals seeking to strengthen connection, heal conflict, and rebuild trust in their relationships. Using a trauma-informed, practical approach, I help clients improve communication, understand patterns, and create healthier, more fulfilling partnerships. Sessions are collaborative, grounded, and designed to guide couples and individuals toward clarity, growth, and lasting positive change.
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Hilda Msemburi
Social Worker, MSocSci
I also completed an Honors degree in substance abuse in 2013.
I am a person centred therapist whose primary focus is to assist my clients process and overcome their difficulties. I'm committed to helping my clients journey through personal; work or school related challenges that may impact on their ability to function optimally. Personal challenges ranging from childhood trauma; loss; stress and interpersonal difficulties can result in emotional and psychological distress. Prioritising one's mental heath in order to achieve growth is an invaluable investment. Taking the first step to ask for help is one of the most empowering things you can do for yourself.
I also completed an Honors degree in substance abuse in 2013.
I am a person centred therapist whose primary focus is to assist my clients process and overcome their difficulties. I'm committed to helping my clients journey through personal; work or school related challenges that may impact on their ability to function optimally. Personal challenges ranging from childhood trauma; loss; stress and interpersonal difficulties can result in emotional and psychological distress. Prioritising one's mental heath in order to achieve growth is an invaluable investment. Taking the first step to ask for help is one of the most empowering things you can do for yourself.
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Angela Marian Morton
General Counsellor
Online Only
I work with a large variety of clients from 16 years to retired persons, couple sessions as well as one-on-one sessions. Most of my clients are dealing with some of the following: trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, relationship problems, lack of direction, eating disorders, performance problems, emotional turmoil, low self-esteem or are just generally demotivated and tired! Some just need to talk through their grief or anger. They all come with the need to heal, manage the world and find the joy in their lives again.
I work with a large variety of clients from 16 years to retired persons, couple sessions as well as one-on-one sessions. Most of my clients are dealing with some of the following: trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, relationship problems, lack of direction, eating disorders, performance problems, emotional turmoil, low self-esteem or are just generally demotivated and tired! Some just need to talk through their grief or anger. They all come with the need to heal, manage the world and find the joy in their lives again.
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Janet Smit
Social Worker, SACSSP
I want to work with individuals who are going through a difficult life challenge, like mental health challenges, substance use, loss, relationship challenges, life transitions, trauma, those who are seeking to grow and better themselves. I love working with people who are searching for their true identity and meaning in a world that often seems so confusing and challenging. I also love working with couples and families, I love exploring ways to enhance communication and build long lasting trust, love and respect.
I want to work with individuals who are going through a difficult life challenge, like mental health challenges, substance use, loss, relationship challenges, life transitions, trauma, those who are seeking to grow and better themselves. I love working with people who are searching for their true identity and meaning in a world that often seems so confusing and challenging. I also love working with couples and families, I love exploring ways to enhance communication and build long lasting trust, love and respect.
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Nan Elizabeth Sauer
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Sea Point 8060
I am a mature,exprienced therapist. I bring warmth, skill and empathy to my clients . I help them to set manageable goals and to achieve these by working on the things that stop them being who they want to be in the world. Every person I see is important to me and and I feel privileged to be part of my clients' journeys.
I am a mature,exprienced therapist. I bring warmth, skill and empathy to my clients . I help them to set manageable goals and to achieve these by working on the things that stop them being who they want to be in the world. Every person I see is important to me and and I feel privileged to be part of my clients' journeys.
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Megan Hattingh
General Counsellor
4 Endorsed
Online Only
My ideal client is a woman who carries a quiet heaviness, feeling overwhelmed, unseen or unsure of where to turn. She may be going through significant life shifts, struggling to maintain boundaries, or feeling disconnected from the person she used to be. She longs for a space where she can exhale, be heard without judgment and gently find her way back to herself. Her goal is to feel grounded, safe and empowered to create a life that reflects her truth.
My ideal client is a woman who carries a quiet heaviness, feeling overwhelmed, unseen or unsure of where to turn. She may be going through significant life shifts, struggling to maintain boundaries, or feeling disconnected from the person she used to be. She longs for a space where she can exhale, be heard without judgment and gently find her way back to herself. Her goal is to feel grounded, safe and empowered to create a life that reflects her truth.
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Siddeeqah Jansen
Registered Counsellor
I work with individuals who are emotionally overwhelmed, highly self-aware but stuck in cycles of overthinking, self-doubt, or people-pleasing. Many of my clients are navigating relationship stress, burnout, anxiety, or unprocessed experiences from their upbringing. They come to therapy seeking clarity, boundaries, emotional resilience, and a space to be themselves without judgment. My clients often say they want to understand why they feel the way they do — and how to finally feel in control of their lives again.
I work with individuals who are emotionally overwhelmed, highly self-aware but stuck in cycles of overthinking, self-doubt, or people-pleasing. Many of my clients are navigating relationship stress, burnout, anxiety, or unprocessed experiences from their upbringing. They come to therapy seeking clarity, boundaries, emotional resilience, and a space to be themselves without judgment. My clients often say they want to understand why they feel the way they do — and how to finally feel in control of their lives again.
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Thandokazi Dyubele
Social Worker, SACSSP
1 Endorsed
The state of your mental health matters the most as it governs and impact your entire functionality. Do you find yourself battling with defeating thoughts and feeling of unworthiness? Have you ever wished to sleep and not wake up and that your life seems useless and make no sense? Do you perhaps feel stagnant right now and nothing seems to be progressing in your life? Complicated relationships and family issues as well that maybe pulling you down? Did you end up unwinding with a glass of wine or smoke that turned to be addictive? It's high time you find alternative solutions and best coping mechanism to these life challenges.
The state of your mental health matters the most as it governs and impact your entire functionality. Do you find yourself battling with defeating thoughts and feeling of unworthiness? Have you ever wished to sleep and not wake up and that your life seems useless and make no sense? Do you perhaps feel stagnant right now and nothing seems to be progressing in your life? Complicated relationships and family issues as well that maybe pulling you down? Did you end up unwinding with a glass of wine or smoke that turned to be addictive? It's high time you find alternative solutions and best coping mechanism to these life challenges.
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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 create a space where people discover 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’m also a trained and experienced coach and can blend therapy and coaching.
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 create a space where people discover 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’m also a trained and experienced coach and can blend therapy and coaching.
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Sharmilah Adams-Israel
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
Hi prospective Client . I am Sharmilah. As you contemplate which option towards healing and recovery, let me congratulate you on taking the FIRST Step towards healing.
Hi prospective Client . I am Sharmilah. As you contemplate which option towards healing and recovery, let me congratulate you on taking the FIRST Step towards healing.
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Amanda Rykaart
Registered Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Life can fracture suddenly through violence, loss, relationship rupture, or overwhelming events.
My approach is structured, trauma-informed and focused on stabilisation, empowerment, and growth. Sessions are practical and goal-directed, helping clients to understand trauma responses without pathologising, regulate the nervous system after shock and restore a sense of safety and agency to develop clear coping strategies for daily functioning.
Life can fracture suddenly through violence, loss, relationship rupture, or overwhelming events.
My approach is structured, trauma-informed and focused on stabilisation, empowerment, and growth. Sessions are practical and goal-directed, helping clients to understand trauma responses without pathologising, regulate the nervous system after shock and restore a sense of safety and agency to develop clear coping strategies for daily functioning.
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Domestic Abuse Counsellors
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognise that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.

When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.

What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.

How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.