Depression Therapists in Cape Town
The areas I focus on are: anxiety and depression, stress and burnout, trauma, bereavement and loss, life stage transitions, and couples counselling.
My passion is working with clients who want to develop themselves at a personal and relational level. My ideal client is someone who has experienced great difficulty in life, whether it's an issue that persists from childhood or is more a recent trauma or setback; someone who understands that they need help and want to move forward in their lives, bringing tangible and sustainable change.....and freedom. I get excited about the transformational aspect that therapy can bring.
The areas I focus on are: anxiety and depression, stress and burnout, trauma, bereavement and loss, life stage transitions, and couples counselling.
My passion is working with clients who want to develop themselves at a personal and relational level. My ideal client is someone who has experienced great difficulty in life, whether it's an issue that persists from childhood or is more a recent trauma or setback; someone who understands that they need help and want to move forward in their lives, bringing tangible and sustainable change.....and freedom. I get excited about the transformational aspect that therapy can bring.
I offer psycho educational support in assisting with trauma, depression and anxiety associated with ADHD/ADD and ASD (autism spectrum disorder).
I enjoy working with all ages, races, ethnicities and genders/sexualities of our diverse populations in a South African context. I enjoy working with adolescents and children deemed “problematic” by their respective teachers or caretakers. I screen for mental health issues that may need assessment and accurate referral by offering supportive information regarding concerns that may arise.
I offer psycho educational support in assisting with trauma, depression and anxiety associated with ADHD/ADD and ASD (autism spectrum disorder).
I enjoy working with all ages, races, ethnicities and genders/sexualities of our diverse populations in a South African context. I enjoy working with adolescents and children deemed “problematic” by their respective teachers or caretakers. I screen for mental health issues that may need assessment and accurate referral by offering supportive information regarding concerns that may arise.
We are mistakenly led to believe that a frenzy of activity will quiet our unrest; however what lies beneath is a range of psychological challenges such as depression, overwhelming stress, anxiety, and panic attacks.
The approach which I use is client-driven by applying the knowledge and experience I have gained over nearly 20 years as a qualified psychologist. My areas of interest are adult and couples therapy with a particular focus on depression, anxiety, grief, relationship and marriage difficulties, fears and phobias, self-esteem and exam anxiety
We are mistakenly led to believe that a frenzy of activity will quiet our unrest; however what lies beneath is a range of psychological challenges such as depression, overwhelming stress, anxiety, and panic attacks.
The approach which I use is client-driven by applying the knowledge and experience I have gained over nearly 20 years as a qualified psychologist. My areas of interest are adult and couples therapy with a particular focus on depression, anxiety, grief, relationship and marriage difficulties, fears and phobias, self-esteem and exam anxiety
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Registered Counsellor, MA, HPCSA - Counsellor
Century City 7441
My focus is in the field of marriage, relationship problems, helping clients to heal trauma, anxiety, depression and suppressed anger, addiction, codependency, and grief therapy.
Besides talk therapy, I love to be practical with my clients and educate them to become empowered for good. My approach is combination of Short term intensive psychotherapy, CBT, Acceptance & Commitment, and Mindfulness practice. I teach self regulation techniques, so clients can learn how to achieve a coherent state of being.
My focus is in the field of marriage, relationship problems, helping clients to heal trauma, anxiety, depression and suppressed anger, addiction, codependency, and grief therapy.
Besides talk therapy, I love to be practical with my clients and educate them to become empowered for good. My approach is combination of Short term intensive psychotherapy, CBT, Acceptance & Commitment, and Mindfulness practice. I teach self regulation techniques, so clients can learn how to achieve a coherent state of being.
I specialise in helping people learn to set boundaries, overcome people-pleasing tendencies, and navigate challenges such as grief/loss trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Therapy with me is always personalised. Whether you'u're struggling with setting boundaries, letting go of people-pleasing, processing past trauma, anxiety, or depression. I tailor each session to your unique needs, ensuring we focus on what matters most to you. The tools and strategies we use are practical, effective, and built to create real transformation
I specialise in helping people learn to set boundaries, overcome people-pleasing tendencies, and navigate challenges such as grief/loss trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Therapy with me is always personalised. Whether you'u're struggling with setting boundaries, letting go of people-pleasing, processing past trauma, anxiety, or depression. I tailor each session to your unique needs, ensuring we focus on what matters most to you. The tools and strategies we use are practical, effective, and built to create real transformation
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 work with a wide range of presenting problems such as Anxiety Disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, depression, Social and Adjustment Disorders, Bereavement & Suicide, Managing emotions such as anger, relationship dynamics & a variety of psychosocial stressors.
I work together with the client to identify stressors, already existing coping techniques that have been utilized, compare healthy and unhealthy coping mechanisms and techniques & working through presenting thoughts, emotions and behaviors.
I work with a wide range of presenting problems such as Anxiety Disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, depression, Social and Adjustment Disorders, Bereavement & Suicide, Managing emotions such as anger, relationship dynamics & a variety of psychosocial stressors.
I work together with the client to identify stressors, already existing coping techniques that have been utilized, compare healthy and unhealthy coping mechanisms and techniques & working through presenting thoughts, emotions and behaviors.
I consult clients who struggle with a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, ADHD, bereavement, trauma, burn-out, work stress, coping, self-esteem and relationship problems.
All of us at some point might need support to deal with the many challenges of life, whether it be a personal crisis, a loss, an addiction, a feeling of stuckness or a change in one's ability to cope. I offer compassionate and non-judgemental psychotherapy for adolescents and adults. It is not always easy to take the first step to start therapy and to be vulnerable, but allowing yourself to open up is often the start of the journey towards acceptance or change.
I consult clients who struggle with a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, ADHD, bereavement, trauma, burn-out, work stress, coping, self-esteem and relationship problems.
All of us at some point might need support to deal with the many challenges of life, whether it be a personal crisis, a loss, an addiction, a feeling of stuckness or a change in one's ability to cope. I offer compassionate and non-judgemental psychotherapy for adolescents and adults. It is not always easy to take the first step to start therapy and to be vulnerable, but allowing yourself to open up is often the start of the journey towards acceptance or change.
Whether you’re dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, or a general sense of unhappiness, therapy can offer a way forward.
I’m a registered Counselling Psychologist based in Claremont, Cape Town. I offer both in-person and online sessions, creating a space where you can feel safe, heard, and supported. I believe we all have an innate resilience and strength, even when it doesn’t always feel that way.
Whether you’re dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, or a general sense of unhappiness, therapy can offer a way forward.
I’m a registered Counselling Psychologist based in Claremont, Cape Town. I offer both in-person and online sessions, creating a space where you can feel safe, heard, and supported. I believe we all have an innate resilience and strength, even when it doesn’t always feel that way.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT is a proven, effective approach that has been widely researched and shown to be beneficial for a variety of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, stress, and more.
The way we see ourselves, often shaped by past experiences, can become the biggest obstacle to our growth. To move forward, we must challenge these self-imposed limits and reshape our mindset to welcome new possibilities. One of life’s most incredible realisations is that we are not bound by who we’ve been—we have the ability to change.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT is a proven, effective approach that has been widely researched and shown to be beneficial for a variety of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, stress, and more.
The way we see ourselves, often shaped by past experiences, can become the biggest obstacle to our growth. To move forward, we must challenge these self-imposed limits and reshape our mindset to welcome new possibilities. One of life’s most incredible realisations is that we are not bound by who we’ve been—we have the ability to change.
My practice is centered around supporting individuals through a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, life changes, OCD-related issues, and body image concerns.
I aim to provide a supportive space for my clients where we can explore any challenges they are facing. My goal is for my clients to feel heard and understood, while also being empowered with new skills and strategies to deal with these challenges effectively.
My practice is centered around supporting individuals through a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, life changes, OCD-related issues, and body image concerns.
I aim to provide a supportive space for my clients where we can explore any challenges they are facing. My goal is for my clients to feel heard and understood, while also being empowered with new skills and strategies to deal with these challenges effectively.
I work individually with adults who might be feeling overwhelmed or struggling to cope with difficulties that may be related to depression, anxiety, trauma and life changes.
Each session is collaborative with a specific focus on holding struggle with compassion and on gaining new insights that can lead to constructive changes and an alleviation of distress.
I work individually with adults who might be feeling overwhelmed or struggling to cope with difficulties that may be related to depression, anxiety, trauma and life changes.
Each session is collaborative with a specific focus on holding struggle with compassion and on gaining new insights that can lead to constructive changes and an alleviation of distress.
NeuroSense Memory and Mental Health Centre
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Bellville 7530
We work with clients (adults and children) that may be struggling with depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties and difficulties in their everyday lives, work lives and/or educational settings.
NeuroSense Memory and Mental Health Centre is a multidisciplinary team of psychologists and other mental health professionals.
We strive to invest in people and prioritise well-being, personal growth and optimal development.
We work with clients (adults and children) that may be struggling with depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties and difficulties in their everyday lives, work lives and/or educational settings.
NeuroSense Memory and Mental Health Centre is a multidisciplinary team of psychologists and other mental health professionals.
We strive to invest in people and prioritise well-being, personal growth and optimal development.
I am a therapist / psychologist in Cape Town that specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Depression, EMDR Therapy, PTSD, Individual Counseling, Teen Counseling and Trauma Counselling.
I am a registered psychologist in Cape Town and the Northern Suburbs. As a psychologist registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa, I strive to help you live a rich and meaningful life despite your emotional difficulties and life struggles. Together in therapy or counselling, we explore the most widely accepted therapy methods to help you. Most importantly I provide a non-judgemental and safe space as a psychologist. The psychological services I provide are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Career Counselling, Anxiety Therapy, and Assessments.
I am a therapist / psychologist in Cape Town that specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Depression, EMDR Therapy, PTSD, Individual Counseling, Teen Counseling and Trauma Counselling.
I am a registered psychologist in Cape Town and the Northern Suburbs. As a psychologist registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa, I strive to help you live a rich and meaningful life despite your emotional difficulties and life struggles. Together in therapy or counselling, we explore the most widely accepted therapy methods to help you. Most importantly I provide a non-judgemental and safe space as a psychologist. The psychological services I provide are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Career Counselling, Anxiety Therapy, and Assessments.
She has a special interest in working with infant and maternal mental health challenges, an also sees clients who struggle with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, PTSD or phase-of-life-challenges.
Gerda works with infants, teens and adults. She also has experience as a family therapist and enjoys working with couples as well. Her special interests are in the fields of attachment and trauma, and she works collaboratively with clients to support their efforts to grow and heal.
She has a special interest in working with infant and maternal mental health challenges, an also sees clients who struggle with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, PTSD or phase-of-life-challenges.
Gerda works with infants, teens and adults. She also has experience as a family therapist and enjoys working with couples as well. Her special interests are in the fields of attachment and trauma, and she works collaboratively with clients to support their efforts to grow and heal.
depression, grief & PTSD are embraced in a spirit of unconditional care.
As memoir-writer of "The Dandelion Diary: The Tricky Art of Walking" ( A Story of finding hope within pain), I'll help you craft your own STORY: YOUR new story of finding resilience and POWER. Grow your story through expressive arts eg. collage, narrative, drama and dance which build self-esteem & have great neuropsychological benefits...
depression, grief & PTSD are embraced in a spirit of unconditional care.
As memoir-writer of "The Dandelion Diary: The Tricky Art of Walking" ( A Story of finding hope within pain), I'll help you craft your own STORY: YOUR new story of finding resilience and POWER. Grow your story through expressive arts eg. collage, narrative, drama and dance which build self-esteem & have great neuropsychological benefits...
Whether you’re managing anxiety, depression, navigating life transitions, or working to improve communication and relationships.
What I Offer:
Counseling for individuals, families, and groups
Evidence-based strategies to manage stress, anxiety, and depression
Tools for improving communication and relationships
Guidance for navigating life transitions and achieving personal goals
Islamic perspective upon request
Marriage counselling
Workshops & Interventions
Whether you’re managing anxiety, depression, navigating life transitions, or working to improve communication and relationships.
What I Offer:
Counseling for individuals, families, and groups
Evidence-based strategies to manage stress, anxiety, and depression
Tools for improving communication and relationships
Guidance for navigating life transitions and achieving personal goals
Islamic perspective upon request
Marriage counselling
Workshops & Interventions
I support individuals in navigating a range of mental health concerns, including emotional, spiritual, and existential concerns; depression and anxiety; relationship challenges and interpersonal conflicts; identity exploration; personality functioning; occupational stress and development.
As a compassionate Clinical Psychologist, I offer psychotherapy to adults, navigating life's complexities. I aim to hold a safe, empathetic, non-judgmental space in which we can collaborate in understanding the unconscious patterns playing out in your life that may no longer be serving you. Together we can increase your self-awareness and support meaningful change.
I support individuals in navigating a range of mental health concerns, including emotional, spiritual, and existential concerns; depression and anxiety; relationship challenges and interpersonal conflicts; identity exploration; personality functioning; occupational stress and development.
As a compassionate Clinical Psychologist, I offer psychotherapy to adults, navigating life's complexities. I aim to hold a safe, empathetic, non-judgmental space in which we can collaborate in understanding the unconscious patterns playing out in your life that may no longer be serving you. Together we can increase your self-awareness and support meaningful change.
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.
Psychotherapy regarding depression, anxiety, bereavement, trauma and other life crises.
I provide a safe, non-judgemental, solution-focussed therapy space, for clients to gain self-awareness, bring about change, and thus improve their quality of life.
In supervision, I assist professionals in deepening their insight into their therapeutic role, build confidence, and idenitfy helpful practical skills.
Psychotherapy regarding depression, anxiety, bereavement, trauma and other life crises.
I provide a safe, non-judgemental, solution-focussed therapy space, for clients to gain self-awareness, bring about change, and thus improve their quality of life.
In supervision, I assist professionals in deepening their insight into their therapeutic role, build confidence, and idenitfy helpful practical skills.
Depression Counsellors
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.