Therapists in Cape Town City

Hello, I’m Charné and I’m so glad you’re here! I actively work on creating a space that is warm and genuine for adolescents and adults seeking to understand their world. Together, we explore your past and navigate the present, guiding you toward a healthier, more aligned, and grounded sense of self. There are many reasons to seek therapeutic support. I work with people struggling to make sense of a life transition, their sense of self and those struggling with anxiety and stress management. My practice is a LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent affirming space. My experience includes supporting late-diagnosed ASD and ADHD clients.
Hello, I’m Charné and I’m so glad you’re here! I actively work on creating a space that is warm and genuine for adolescents and adults seeking to understand their world. Together, we explore your past and navigate the present, guiding you toward a healthier, more aligned, and grounded sense of self. There are many reasons to seek therapeutic support. I work with people struggling to make sense of a life transition, their sense of self and those struggling with anxiety and stress management. My practice is a LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent affirming space. My experience includes supporting late-diagnosed ASD and ADHD clients.

Looking for a space to figure things out?
You may feel like something is “off” but are not sure how to find yourself again. This is what I am here for - to offer a space where you can rediscover what it means to be you.
Looking for a space to figure things out?
You may feel like something is “off” but are not sure how to find yourself again. This is what I am here for - to offer a space where you can rediscover what it means to be you.

I'm a social worker in Private Practice offering individual counseling services, Family counseling services, Bereavement counseling services, Debriefings and Skills development Trainings, Team buildings,Trauma, Anxiety, Domestic Violence and Mental health matters.
I'm a social worker in Private Practice offering individual counseling services, Family counseling services, Bereavement counseling services, Debriefings and Skills development Trainings, Team buildings,Trauma, Anxiety, Domestic Violence and Mental health matters.

I offer counselling and coaching mostly in the areas of trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship and family matters. I work with individuals, couples and families. Having been in the field for over 15 years; I have a passion for assisting clients to overcome challenges; seeing them become the best version of themselves and living within their purpose.
I offer counselling and coaching mostly in the areas of trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship and family matters. I work with individuals, couples and families. Having been in the field for over 15 years; I have a passion for assisting clients to overcome challenges; seeing them become the best version of themselves and living within their purpose.

Life can feel overwhelming when you're carrying it all on your own. You might be feeling anxious, stuck, disconnected, or unsure of who you are or where you're heading. Maybe things feel heavy, and while you know something needs to shift, you're just not sure how to begin. No matter what you're navigating, you're not alone.
Sessions are warm and conversational, no pressure, just a space where you can talk things through at your own pace.
Life can feel overwhelming when you're carrying it all on your own. You might be feeling anxious, stuck, disconnected, or unsure of who you are or where you're heading. Maybe things feel heavy, and while you know something needs to shift, you're just not sure how to begin. No matter what you're navigating, you're not alone.
Sessions are warm and conversational, no pressure, just a space where you can talk things through at your own pace.

Hello and warm greetings! I'm Kristin, a devoted and compassionate counsellor and Autism therapist, co-founder of Aurelia Autism Services, a platform born out of my extensive journey through various continents, working closely with diverse individuals within the spectrum of autism. My services include Counselling, Early Intervention Therapy, and Parent Coaching.
Hello and warm greetings! I'm Kristin, a devoted and compassionate counsellor and Autism therapist, co-founder of Aurelia Autism Services, a platform born out of my extensive journey through various continents, working closely with diverse individuals within the spectrum of autism. My services include Counselling, Early Intervention Therapy, and Parent Coaching.

As a counsellor with a background in Psychology, Criminology, NLP, and Life Coaching, I am here to support individuals who are seeking guidance and understanding in navigating life's challenges. My ideal counselling client is ready to explore their emotions, confront their struggles, and work towards personal growth and healing. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed by emotions, struggling with low self-esteem, and self-worth, seeking clarity in your relationships, or dealing with the aftermath of a traumatic experience, I am here to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore, heal and grow.
As a counsellor with a background in Psychology, Criminology, NLP, and Life Coaching, I am here to support individuals who are seeking guidance and understanding in navigating life's challenges. My ideal counselling client is ready to explore their emotions, confront their struggles, and work towards personal growth and healing. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed by emotions, struggling with low self-esteem, and self-worth, seeking clarity in your relationships, or dealing with the aftermath of a traumatic experience, I am here to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore, heal and grow.

In practice, I work from an eclectic approach as I have found therapeutic flexibility to be helpful in meeting my patients’ needs. My therapeutic approach mainly draws initially from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Insight-Oriented and Psychodynamic psychotherapy, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). If need be, I will use other modalities.
In practice, I work from an eclectic approach as I have found therapeutic flexibility to be helpful in meeting my patients’ needs. My therapeutic approach mainly draws initially from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Insight-Oriented and Psychodynamic psychotherapy, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). If need be, I will use other modalities.

Feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, angry, lack of energy/exhaustion/chronic fatigue etc., could be signs that you may need psychological support. We provide a safe, supportive, non-judgemental space to help you navigate various aspects of life such as: •Stress, Anger, Depression, Anxiety: We help you develop self awareness, resilience etc
•Relationship & Family: Couples, Interpersonal Conflict, Parenting, Separation
•Workplace: Disciplinary, Retrenchment, Conflict with Co-Workers/Management, Career Change, Career Dev/Mobility, Poor Performance, Burnout
•Child/Teen/Adolescent: ADHD, Career Counselling, Subject Choice guidance
Feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, angry, lack of energy/exhaustion/chronic fatigue etc., could be signs that you may need psychological support. We provide a safe, supportive, non-judgemental space to help you navigate various aspects of life such as: •Stress, Anger, Depression, Anxiety: We help you develop self awareness, resilience etc
•Relationship & Family: Couples, Interpersonal Conflict, Parenting, Separation
•Workplace: Disciplinary, Retrenchment, Conflict with Co-Workers/Management, Career Change, Career Dev/Mobility, Poor Performance, Burnout
•Child/Teen/Adolescent: ADHD, Career Counselling, Subject Choice guidance

I am a Clinical Psychologist in private practice offering therapy and assessment to adults, adolescents and couples. I work with all forms psychological distress and clinical disorders as well as those who wish to gain increased self knowledge and growth through the psychotherapeutic relationship. I also provide supervision for other professionals.
I am a Clinical Psychologist in private practice offering therapy and assessment to adults, adolescents and couples. I work with all forms psychological distress and clinical disorders as well as those who wish to gain increased self knowledge and growth through the psychotherapeutic relationship. I also provide supervision for other professionals.
Richard is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges, achieve personal growth, and unlocking their potential. He holds a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Bergamo, (Milan), Italy. His academic background and work equips him with a deep understanding of human behavior, psychological processes, and therapeutic interventions. This knowledge and approach, allows him to blend traditional psychological principles with practical strategies for real-world application.
Richard is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges, achieve personal growth, and unlocking their potential. He holds a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Bergamo, (Milan), Italy. His academic background and work equips him with a deep understanding of human behavior, psychological processes, and therapeutic interventions. This knowledge and approach, allows him to blend traditional psychological principles with practical strategies for real-world application.

My ideal clients are individuals and families facing the emotional and psychological challenges of child abuse, custody disputes, and family trauma. They seek resolution, clarity, and emotional healing through family assessments, therapy, and support. Their needs include addressing complex family dynamics, understanding the impact of abuse, and prioritising the best interests of children and the Voice of the Child. They want a safe space to heal, grow, and receive expert guidance to navigate legal and emotional challenges. I have satellite offices in Pietermaritzburg, Hermanus, George, and Brackenfell for Forensic Services.
My ideal clients are individuals and families facing the emotional and psychological challenges of child abuse, custody disputes, and family trauma. They seek resolution, clarity, and emotional healing through family assessments, therapy, and support. Their needs include addressing complex family dynamics, understanding the impact of abuse, and prioritising the best interests of children and the Voice of the Child. They want a safe space to heal, grow, and receive expert guidance to navigate legal and emotional challenges. I have satellite offices in Pietermaritzburg, Hermanus, George, and Brackenfell for Forensic Services.

I have a passion for working with clients, providing them with tools to navigate the challenges and pitfalls of early recovery. Support is also provided to families to deal with the impact of addiction and learning how to support their love one's in recovery.
I have a passion for working with clients, providing them with tools to navigate the challenges and pitfalls of early recovery. Support is also provided to families to deal with the impact of addiction and learning how to support their love one's in recovery.

Do you desire to let go of anger, depression and/or anxiety or need the confidence to make a career move? I am here to help you transform your life by releasing the negative emotions and self-doubt that is holding you back from being free to live your authentic life to the fullest.
Do you desire to let go of anger, depression and/or anxiety or need the confidence to make a career move? I am here to help you transform your life by releasing the negative emotions and self-doubt that is holding you back from being free to live your authentic life to the fullest.

My therapeutic approach is more practical and action-orientated that aims towards creating a rich and meaningful life. This includes learning to accept the pain that inevitably comes with it instead of trying to alleviate it.
I believe happiness can be achieved when we commit ourselves towards living a life that aligns with our values. Collaboratively we work together to increase psychological flexibility, adaptability, and tolerance. This means expanding beyond d the pain, not avoiding it. This will look different based on individual needs.
My therapeutic approach is more practical and action-orientated that aims towards creating a rich and meaningful life. This includes learning to accept the pain that inevitably comes with it instead of trying to alleviate it.
I believe happiness can be achieved when we commit ourselves towards living a life that aligns with our values. Collaboratively we work together to increase psychological flexibility, adaptability, and tolerance. This means expanding beyond d the pain, not avoiding it. This will look different based on individual needs.

Counselling has become a part of my life and I believe that we should all strive to be our true authentic self. Counselling is not just a career but a calling where I can see how my purpose fuels my passion. Working as an effective, competent counsellor is what drives the level of integrity and willingness to see a difference in clients’ lives. Therefore I am dedicated to provide psychological services to individuals, toddlers, adolescents, young adults, adults, groups, couples and families. My aim is to create a space where clients can be their authentic self's.
Counselling has become a part of my life and I believe that we should all strive to be our true authentic self. Counselling is not just a career but a calling where I can see how my purpose fuels my passion. Working as an effective, competent counsellor is what drives the level of integrity and willingness to see a difference in clients’ lives. Therefore I am dedicated to provide psychological services to individuals, toddlers, adolescents, young adults, adults, groups, couples and families. My aim is to create a space where clients can be their authentic self's.

My experience primarily focuses on substances and process addictions, but I also assist individuals with anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues, providing insight-driven support. With warmth and empathy, I create a safe and connected space for clients to explore their challenges and foster personal growth.
My experience primarily focuses on substances and process addictions, but I also assist individuals with anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues, providing insight-driven support. With warmth and empathy, I create a safe and connected space for clients to explore their challenges and foster personal growth.

Let the beauty of what you love, be what you do - Rumi. My practice is dedicated to our younger generation. I am available for Play Therapy and Talk Therapy as well as School Readiness, Subject Choice and Career Guidance Assessments.
Let the beauty of what you love, be what you do - Rumi. My practice is dedicated to our younger generation. I am available for Play Therapy and Talk Therapy as well as School Readiness, Subject Choice and Career Guidance Assessments.

At Evergreen Family Therapy Centre, we welcome individuals and families seeking a compassionate space to navigate life’s challenges. Our ideal clients might be struggling with issues like anxiety, strained relationships, or parenting difficulties, feeling overwhelmed and longing for clarity and connection. They need a supportive environment where they can openly express themselves, gain practical tools, and rebuild trust—whether within themselves or with loved ones. My goal is help you in finding peace, improving communication, and fostering resilience, driven by a deep desire to create a more harmonious, fulfilling life.
At Evergreen Family Therapy Centre, we welcome individuals and families seeking a compassionate space to navigate life’s challenges. Our ideal clients might be struggling with issues like anxiety, strained relationships, or parenting difficulties, feeling overwhelmed and longing for clarity and connection. They need a supportive environment where they can openly express themselves, gain practical tools, and rebuild trust—whether within themselves or with loved ones. My goal is help you in finding peace, improving communication, and fostering resilience, driven by a deep desire to create a more harmonious, fulfilling life.

Your story matters. Ilze is based in Cape Town with a passion for trauma counselling. Her mission is to help adults navigate the emotional complexities of trauma and everyday life. She has a knack for spotting what’s holding someone back and guiding them with compassion toward a clearer path. She believes in the power of Trauma-Informed Care and use evidence-based practices to create a safe and supportive space for growth and mental well-being. She draws from various counselling methods to empower you to discover your inner strength, helping you move forward with new perspective. You deserve to feel heard, understood & empowered.
Your story matters. Ilze is based in Cape Town with a passion for trauma counselling. Her mission is to help adults navigate the emotional complexities of trauma and everyday life. She has a knack for spotting what’s holding someone back and guiding them with compassion toward a clearer path. She believes in the power of Trauma-Informed Care and use evidence-based practices to create a safe and supportive space for growth and mental well-being. She draws from various counselling methods to empower you to discover your inner strength, helping you move forward with new perspective. You deserve to feel heard, understood & empowered.
Nearby Searches for Cape Town City
- Bakoven
- Bantry Bay
- Camps Bay
- Clifton
- De Waterkant
- Fresnaye
- Gardens
- Mouille Point
- Oranjezicht
- Sea Point
- Tamboerskloof
- Vredehoek
How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Cape Town City
200+
Average cost per session
R700
Counsellors in Cape Town City who prioritize treating:
82% | Anxiety |
80% | Self Esteem |
76% | Stress |
75% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Coping Skills |
64% | Depression |
62% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
7 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
90% | Bonitas |
89% | Discovery Health |
85% | Fedhealth |
How Counsellors in Cape Town City see their clients
71% | In Person and Online | |
29% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
21% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Cape Town City?
Search for nearby psychologists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.
Learn more about how to find a therapist
Learn more about how to find a therapist
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Psychologists listed in the directory are registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). The majority of General Counsellors featured in the directory align themselves with reputable professional bodies, particularly the Association for Supportive Counsellors and Holistic Practitioners. All Registered Counsellors listed must be registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Social Workers listed in the directory must be registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professionals.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for general counsellors in South Africa, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for general counsellors in South Africa, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Psychologists, counsellors and social workers can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and supervised, practical experience that enable them to do so in South Africa.
Psychologists have five years training in psychology, have completed an internship over 12 months, and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. They must be registered with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Registered Counsellors must have at least four years of study at a university or college, such as the Bachelor of Psychology and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. General counsellors, such as Supportive Counsellors, Holistic Counsellors, and Wellness Counsellors, registered with the ASCHP must possess at least an NQF Level 4 qualification. Social Workers must possess a Bachelor of Social Work and must have completed an approved internship in the social service sector.
Psychologists have five years training in psychology, have completed an internship over 12 months, and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. They must be registered with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Registered Counsellors must have at least four years of study at a university or college, such as the Bachelor of Psychology and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. General counsellors, such as Supportive Counsellors, Holistic Counsellors, and Wellness Counsellors, registered with the ASCHP must possess at least an NQF Level 4 qualification. Social Workers must possess a Bachelor of Social Work and must have completed an approved internship in the social service sector.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in South Africa could be between R600 and R1,500. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are registered with the HPCSA and professional organisations such as PsySSA or the ASCHP are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client, or as required by law, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.