Anxiety Therapists in Cape Town
Trauma, depression or anxiety could impact greatly on one's happiness, functioning and well being.
I have more than 20 years experience in the practice of psychology and work with therapeutic models which focus on deep work. For instance clinical hypnotherapy and cognitive behavioral techniques. The specific techniques used, will be determined by the client's needs and diagnosis. I work with clients of all ages, including children and families.
Trauma, depression or anxiety could impact greatly on one's happiness, functioning and well being.
I have more than 20 years experience in the practice of psychology and work with therapeutic models which focus on deep work. For instance clinical hypnotherapy and cognitive behavioral techniques. The specific techniques used, will be determined by the client's needs and diagnosis. I work with clients of all ages, including children and families.
I tend to work with those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life stage transitions/adjustment, loss and identity.
I provide help and support within a warm, compassionate and empathic therapeutic relationship, assist in the relief of symptoms and distress, and create a safe space in which clients gain clarity and deeper understanding of their personal experience.
I tend to work with those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life stage transitions/adjustment, loss and identity.
I provide help and support within a warm, compassionate and empathic therapeutic relationship, assist in the relief of symptoms and distress, and create a safe space in which clients gain clarity and deeper understanding of their personal experience.
I have experience in helping clients with challenges relating to depression, anxiety, trauma and grief - as symptoms of existing conditions, and/or as responses to circumstantial stress.
My approach is informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, as well as an overarching concern with holistic wellbeing (psychological, physical, social, spiritual etc.). Most notably, my treatment approach is not confined to sessions, but rather extends into daily life through "homework" - involving the use of skills and strategies developed in-session.
I have experience in helping clients with challenges relating to depression, anxiety, trauma and grief - as symptoms of existing conditions, and/or as responses to circumstantial stress.
My approach is informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, as well as an overarching concern with holistic wellbeing (psychological, physical, social, spiritual etc.). Most notably, my treatment approach is not confined to sessions, but rather extends into daily life through "homework" - involving the use of skills and strategies developed in-session.
Life can leave us feeling stressed, stuck and overwhelmed! Anxiety, stress, trauma and depression can result in feeling unable to cope with life. Working with you I provide therapy aimed at promoting positive changes, growth and development. Together we explore your challenges and find a way to move forward and enhance your wellbeing. To achieve this I sue Brain Working Recursive Therapy which is fast and extremely effective with a a variety of difficulties from anxiety, panic attacks and trauma to relationship and self esteem issues. In today's interconnected world, I provide both face to face and on-line counseling.
Life can leave us feeling stressed, stuck and overwhelmed! Anxiety, stress, trauma and depression can result in feeling unable to cope with life. Working with you I provide therapy aimed at promoting positive changes, growth and development. Together we explore your challenges and find a way to move forward and enhance your wellbeing. To achieve this I sue Brain Working Recursive Therapy which is fast and extremely effective with a a variety of difficulties from anxiety, panic attacks and trauma to relationship and self esteem issues. In today's interconnected world, I provide both face to face and on-line counseling.
This includes, trauma, stress, burnout, grief, relationship issues, challenges of adolescence, adjustment to a new life phase or stressor (such as a chronic or terminal illness) or feeling anxious or depressed.
I have a passion to be with clients within their current pain, but not leaving you there. Additionally, while I do this, listening for signs of coping, resilience, and skills DESPITE your circumstances. From here I guide you to move closer to the best version of yourself. Moving to a hope-filled future, even amidst dire circumstances.
This includes, trauma, stress, burnout, grief, relationship issues, challenges of adolescence, adjustment to a new life phase or stressor (such as a chronic or terminal illness) or feeling anxious or depressed.
I have a passion to be with clients within their current pain, but not leaving you there. Additionally, while I do this, listening for signs of coping, resilience, and skills DESPITE your circumstances. From here I guide you to move closer to the best version of yourself. Moving to a hope-filled future, even amidst dire circumstances.
I have a special interest in supporting adults who have experienced trauma, grief/loss, sexual abuse, anxiety and depression.
I work from a person-centered approach and believe that my clients are the experts in their lives. Your therapy treatment is always tailored to your specific needs.
I have a special interest in supporting adults who have experienced trauma, grief/loss, sexual abuse, anxiety and depression.
I work from a person-centered approach and believe that my clients are the experts in their lives. Your therapy treatment is always tailored to your specific needs.
Jamie Brink Consulting
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Psychometrist
Verified Verified
Durbanville 7550
Themes for coaching include, but are not limited to: communication & relationships, evaluating life goals, feeling stuck or burned out, struggling with procrastination, anxiety and/or achieving goals.
Coaching supports the client on their journey towards a greater self-understanding. Clients are being empowered to become leaders of their own lives, and are given specialised tools to develop mental, emotional and physical wellness.
Themes for coaching include, but are not limited to: communication & relationships, evaluating life goals, feeling stuck or burned out, struggling with procrastination, anxiety and/or achieving goals.
Coaching supports the client on their journey towards a greater self-understanding. Clients are being empowered to become leaders of their own lives, and are given specialised tools to develop mental, emotional and physical wellness.
Most people can feel low and anxious due to difficult life experiences, but is this experience affecting the quality of your life or causing you suffering?.
Whether I am consulting with an individual, group, couple or organisation I always work from a psychodynamic framework which is evidence based and allows for deep insight as well as real and lasting change.
Most people can feel low and anxious due to difficult life experiences, but is this experience affecting the quality of your life or causing you suffering?.
Whether I am consulting with an individual, group, couple or organisation I always work from a psychodynamic framework which is evidence based and allows for deep insight as well as real and lasting change.
I have a strong interest in depression and anxiety, couple counselling, addiction, teenage struggles and work-related problems.
Therapy is only likely to be effective when the therapist and client have a relationship that is based on integrity, trust, safety and the absence of judgement. Creating that space is my overriding priority. When the therapy space is safe, we are able to explore our emotional lives, our relationships, our work, our play and our intrapersonal dynamics in ways that allow for a deeper consideration of what is best for us and those around us. I work with whatever is most important to you at this chapter of your life with a view to crafting the the most considered choice.
I have a strong interest in depression and anxiety, couple counselling, addiction, teenage struggles and work-related problems.
Therapy is only likely to be effective when the therapist and client have a relationship that is based on integrity, trust, safety and the absence of judgement. Creating that space is my overriding priority. When the therapy space is safe, we are able to explore our emotional lives, our relationships, our work, our play and our intrapersonal dynamics in ways that allow for a deeper consideration of what is best for us and those around us. I work with whatever is most important to you at this chapter of your life with a view to crafting the the most considered choice.
People can feel overwhelmed at times by the daily stress of life and problems can seem insurmountable. Speaking to a trained Counsellor like me can help you overcome life's challenges and help you make positive changes in your life and relationships.
People can feel overwhelmed at times by the daily stress of life and problems can seem insurmountable. Speaking to a trained Counsellor like me can help you overcome life's challenges and help you make positive changes in your life and relationships.
I have experience treating Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorders, Addiction, ASD, Trauma & Adjustment concerns around emigration/immigration.
What is the most important thing in the world? It is the people! This Maori proverb strongly reflect my life and work philosophy. The goal of my approach is the long-term alleviation of distress & suffering. Immediately after a session clients will often feel hopeful and their mood lifts. Thereafter they return to the same home or work environment which maintains the stress and they may feel exactly the same. CBT and DBT provide strategies for longer term relief and successful management of difficulties. Together we will focus on adjusting thoughts, working through difficult emotions, and changing self-defeating behaviours.
I have experience treating Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorders, Addiction, ASD, Trauma & Adjustment concerns around emigration/immigration.
What is the most important thing in the world? It is the people! This Maori proverb strongly reflect my life and work philosophy. The goal of my approach is the long-term alleviation of distress & suffering. Immediately after a session clients will often feel hopeful and their mood lifts. Thereafter they return to the same home or work environment which maintains the stress and they may feel exactly the same. CBT and DBT provide strategies for longer term relief and successful management of difficulties. Together we will focus on adjusting thoughts, working through difficult emotions, and changing self-defeating behaviours.
Meet Our Anxiety Counsellors
My clients often face challenges such as symptoms of anxiety, addiction, or a lack of purpose.
I am an HPCSA Registered Counsellor in Cape Town, offering personalized, compassionate care to individuals facing diverse challenges. My broad experience across various settings enables me to adapt to each client’s unique needs. I focus on fostering resilience, self-discovery, and growth, creating a supportive environment for meaningful and lasting change.
My clients often face challenges such as symptoms of anxiety, addiction, or a lack of purpose.
I am an HPCSA Registered Counsellor in Cape Town, offering personalized, compassionate care to individuals facing diverse challenges. My broad experience across various settings enables me to adapt to each client’s unique needs. I focus on fostering resilience, self-discovery, and growth, creating a supportive environment for meaningful and lasting change.
I have many years of experience in working with clients struggling with Anxiety, Feeling Down or Depressed and Marital or Relationship challenges.
I assist individuals and couples to create a more meaningful life, despite difficulties.
I have many years of experience in working with clients struggling with Anxiety, Feeling Down or Depressed and Marital or Relationship challenges.
I assist individuals and couples to create a more meaningful life, despite difficulties.
My clients mostly seek insight and solutions to personal or life challenges, including anxiety and stress.
I offer affordable counselling where we look at your life, your environment, what we can control and accept what we can't. Building your inner strength, we walk a path of self-discovery and empowerment
My clients mostly seek insight and solutions to personal or life challenges, including anxiety and stress.
I offer affordable counselling where we look at your life, your environment, what we can control and accept what we can't. Building your inner strength, we walk a path of self-discovery and empowerment
I work with people struggling to make sense of a life transition, their sense of self and those struggling with anxiety and stress management.
I draw from Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and person-centred care. I have a psychodynamic background and a research interest in attachment theory. The combination of these practices are super helpful in the journey of connecting the dots, making sense of things as they are, while exploring how they came to be.
I work with people struggling to make sense of a life transition, their sense of self and those struggling with anxiety and stress management.
I draw from Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and person-centred care. I have a psychodynamic background and a research interest in attachment theory. The combination of these practices are super helpful in the journey of connecting the dots, making sense of things as they are, while exploring how they came to be.
At times life may leave you feeling stressed or overwhelmed, seeking to find wellness as you feel unable to cope with daily demands, financial stressors, anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, bereavement or life adjustments (relationship, employment, or health changes).
I work from a relational psychodynamic framework, allowing the client to create some understanding of how past experiences may be influencing their current difficulties. I also utilise other techniques and skills including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and EMDR (a useful technique for processing trauma).
At times life may leave you feeling stressed or overwhelmed, seeking to find wellness as you feel unable to cope with daily demands, financial stressors, anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, bereavement or life adjustments (relationship, employment, or health changes).
I work from a relational psychodynamic framework, allowing the client to create some understanding of how past experiences may be influencing their current difficulties. I also utilise other techniques and skills including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and EMDR (a useful technique for processing trauma).
Are you struggling to manage your anxiety, or experiencing stress and burnout?.
Drawing from a strong background in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), attachment theory, and developmental psychology, I approach counselling with curiosity for what makes us think, feel and behave the way we do. This type of enquiry leads to increased awareness and self-knowledge, which ultimately develops resilience and encourages emotional wellness.
Are you struggling to manage your anxiety, or experiencing stress and burnout?.
Drawing from a strong background in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), attachment theory, and developmental psychology, I approach counselling with curiosity for what makes us think, feel and behave the way we do. This type of enquiry leads to increased awareness and self-knowledge, which ultimately develops resilience and encourages emotional wellness.
My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, loss/grief, self-esteem, identity, relationship difficulties, stress, burnout, ADHD, parenting and personal transitions.
My approach is integrated, based in psychodynamic theory and drawing on Schema Therapy and other approaches depending on the client's goals. I believe that it is very important to connect with a therapist. You are welcome to phone me to see if there is rapport.
My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, loss/grief, self-esteem, identity, relationship difficulties, stress, burnout, ADHD, parenting and personal transitions.
My approach is integrated, based in psychodynamic theory and drawing on Schema Therapy and other approaches depending on the client's goals. I believe that it is very important to connect with a therapist. You are welcome to phone me to see if there is rapport.
Lynette Woodberg Registered Counsellor
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Online Only
Anxiety, Stress, Burnout & Depression.
Counselling is my life purpose. Whilst working in Corporate Human Resources, I engaged many who had mental health challenges, felt misunderstood & lacked support in their environment. I have empathised, listened to & supported those who shared their concerns, dreams & challenges with me esp. when they were not experiencing fulfillment at work. Helping clients to find their true life purpose may reduce symptoms relating to mental health & bring about change that will impact individuals, their families & communities. Other interests include: End of Life, Dementia, Carers Support, GBV, Toxic Relationships, Dealing with Change.
Anxiety, Stress, Burnout & Depression.
Counselling is my life purpose. Whilst working in Corporate Human Resources, I engaged many who had mental health challenges, felt misunderstood & lacked support in their environment. I have empathised, listened to & supported those who shared their concerns, dreams & challenges with me esp. when they were not experiencing fulfillment at work. Helping clients to find their true life purpose may reduce symptoms relating to mental health & bring about change that will impact individuals, their families & communities. Other interests include: End of Life, Dementia, Carers Support, GBV, Toxic Relationships, Dealing with Change.
Maybe you’re feeling anxious, stuck, or unsure of who you are anymore.
I aim to offer a space where you can show up exactly as you are; messy thoughts, big emotions, and all. Whether we meet in person at my practice in Touchstone House, 7 Bree Street, Cape Town, or online, my goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and supported.
Maybe you’re feeling anxious, stuck, or unsure of who you are anymore.
I aim to offer a space where you can show up exactly as you are; messy thoughts, big emotions, and all. Whether we meet in person at my practice in Touchstone House, 7 Bree Street, Cape Town, or online, my goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and supported.
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Anxiety Counsellors
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.