Sex Therapists in Cape Town, Western Cape

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Dr. Marelize Swart
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Claremont 7708
I have more than three decades of international experience in mental health and sex therapy.
Are you successful in your career and other areas of your life and yet feel sexually unfulfilled and stuck?
I have more than three decades of international experience in mental health and sex therapy.
Are you successful in your career and other areas of your life and yet feel sexually unfulfilled and stuck?
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Lukha Horn
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Online Only
For change to happen, an effort must be made. Counselling isn't so much about what the counsellor has to say. Rather, it's about being committed to doing the work yourself, with someone alongside you as a guide. Growth happens the moment you decide to get to know yourself - faults and all. The journey might not be easy, because growth can sometimes hurt. I'd love to be your guide through it all, and together we can uncover a better version of yourself - not for the sake of others, but for yourself.
For change to happen, an effort must be made. Counselling isn't so much about what the counsellor has to say. Rather, it's about being committed to doing the work yourself, with someone alongside you as a guide. Growth happens the moment you decide to get to know yourself - faults and all. The journey might not be easy, because growth can sometimes hurt. I'd love to be your guide through it all, and together we can uncover a better version of yourself - not for the sake of others, but for yourself.
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Me Therapy
General Counsellor
We specialise in providing counseling to people ranging between the ages of 15 and 65+ that are struggling with identity and intimacy, lack of purpose, feelings of inadequacy and depression, looking for meaning in their lives, as well as meaning in their future and current relationships. We have a passion for working with couples and families who have conflict or communication problems and we also have extensive experience in working with career-driven clients as coaches and counselors.
We specialise in providing counseling to people ranging between the ages of 15 and 65+ that are struggling with identity and intimacy, lack of purpose, feelings of inadequacy and depression, looking for meaning in their lives, as well as meaning in their future and current relationships. We have a passion for working with couples and families who have conflict or communication problems and we also have extensive experience in working with career-driven clients as coaches and counselors.
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Mike de Freitas
General Counsellor, PhD
As a certified pastoral therapist, I guide individuals and couples to understand and heal their past, recognize and change present negative behaviour patterns, and cope with overwhelming stress and busyness, as well as motivation and addiction issues. I help people rediscover dreams and attain an inspired vision of the future, equipping them to start strategically living this future now.
As a certified pastoral therapist, I guide individuals and couples to understand and heal their past, recognize and change present negative behaviour patterns, and cope with overwhelming stress and busyness, as well as motivation and addiction issues. I help people rediscover dreams and attain an inspired vision of the future, equipping them to start strategically living this future now.
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Chantal Fowler
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Sea Point 8060
I imagine someone who understands that we cannot avoid emotional pain and suffering in life, as these are both an intrinsic part of the human condition. I enjoy working with people who seek to find ways to continue to find positive meaning and to get the most out of life despite the inevitable difficulties that life may throw their way.
I imagine someone who understands that we cannot avoid emotional pain and suffering in life, as these are both an intrinsic part of the human condition. I enjoy working with people who seek to find ways to continue to find positive meaning and to get the most out of life despite the inevitable difficulties that life may throw their way.
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Prof. Johann Lemmer
General Counsellor
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Everybody who want to live a better quality of personal-, love-, sex- and family life.
As a Human Being & Behavior Specialist, I am more than willing, capable & qualified to help you with CBT, or what I call: Cognitive-Emotive-Sensorial Behaviour Therapy. If you have relationship challenges - Advanced Relationship Therapy. In exceptional case I'll do Psycho-Sexo-Medico Therapy, Psycho-Dynamic Therapy & Hypnotherapy.
Everybody who want to live a better quality of personal-, love-, sex- and family life.
As a Human Being & Behavior Specialist, I am more than willing, capable & qualified to help you with CBT, or what I call: Cognitive-Emotive-Sensorial Behaviour Therapy. If you have relationship challenges - Advanced Relationship Therapy. In exceptional case I'll do Psycho-Sexo-Medico Therapy, Psycho-Dynamic Therapy & Hypnotherapy.
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Cecilia Engelbrecht
Verified Verified
Online Only
You may be navigating relationship strain, separation or divorce, or feeling uncertain about whether your relationship can or should continue. You might be part of a couple struggling with communication, intimacy, desire differences, or trust, or you may be exploring relationship structures such as consensual non-monogamy and wanting support that is respectful and informed. Some clients come individually, others as couples. Many are looking for clarity, steadier emotional footing, and a space where complex relationship and intimacy topics can be spoken about openly, without being minimised, sensationalised, or judged.
You may be navigating relationship strain, separation or divorce, or feeling uncertain about whether your relationship can or should continue. You might be part of a couple struggling with communication, intimacy, desire differences, or trust, or you may be exploring relationship structures such as consensual non-monogamy and wanting support that is respectful and informed. Some clients come individually, others as couples. Many are looking for clarity, steadier emotional footing, and a space where complex relationship and intimacy topics can be spoken about openly, without being minimised, sensationalised, or judged.
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Gabi Webb
General Counsellor
3 Endorsed
With a Bachelors degree in Sexology, I also offer sex-positive, kink affirming support and guidance for those in diverse relationships and identities.
My client/person centered approach emphasizes the therapists role as being empathetic, open, honest, congruent and caring as I will listen in depth with no judgement and with the belief that each individual has worth, dignity and capacity for self-direction.
With a Bachelors degree in Sexology, I also offer sex-positive, kink affirming support and guidance for those in diverse relationships and identities.
My client/person centered approach emphasizes the therapists role as being empathetic, open, honest, congruent and caring as I will listen in depth with no judgement and with the belief that each individual has worth, dignity and capacity for self-direction.
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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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Mimi Hewett
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
2 Endorsed
I am a Registered Counsellor in Private Practice, specializing in Relationship and Family Counselling, with my calling, passion and purpose in life being: “Helping Individuals, couples and families achieve Victory in and through Relationships.”
I am a Registered Counsellor in Private Practice, specializing in Relationship and Family Counselling, with my calling, passion and purpose in life being: “Helping Individuals, couples and families achieve Victory in and through Relationships.”
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Arnfried Klein-Werner
General Counsellor
The pain of continued relational conflict, that just never seems to be resolved can eat at your soul, leaving you feeling alone and exhausted. The desire to have your partner know your pain and see your hurt is what you long for. Whether the pain has been caused by them, or whether you suffer from the pain of abuse at the hands of caregivers or others in your childhood, you want someone to know and understand what you are going through. You want the pain to stop and become free and whole. Sometimes you just wish you could run away.
The pain of continued relational conflict, that just never seems to be resolved can eat at your soul, leaving you feeling alone and exhausted. The desire to have your partner know your pain and see your hurt is what you long for. Whether the pain has been caused by them, or whether you suffer from the pain of abuse at the hands of caregivers or others in your childhood, you want someone to know and understand what you are going through. You want the pain to stop and become free and whole. Sometimes you just wish you could run away.
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Thobeka Phumlile Mbokazi
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Often in life we all need someone to call a friend, a pillar and or a right hand person to help you vent; venting for advise or venting to be heard to release emotions and life pressure. Thobeka is a versatile professional and person who interacts well with people of different levels in all spheres of life, different races, culture and or beliefs. She helps for a living! To her, Social work is not a career, but a lifestyle. Her moto is "To serve is to care".
Often in life we all need someone to call a friend, a pillar and or a right hand person to help you vent; venting for advise or venting to be heard to release emotions and life pressure. Thobeka is a versatile professional and person who interacts well with people of different levels in all spheres of life, different races, culture and or beliefs. She helps for a living! To her, Social work is not a career, but a lifestyle. Her moto is "To serve is to care".
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Jody De Reuck
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Gardens 8001
My ideal client is anybody who has suffered with a mental health issue such as, depression, anxiety, eating disorder, trauma, difficulties with a relationship or a desire to truly self actualize. This client is truly fed up and ready to heal or doesn't want to waste time just growing in awareness, but truly wants to see shifts in patterns of behavior and thinking.
My ideal client is anybody who has suffered with a mental health issue such as, depression, anxiety, eating disorder, trauma, difficulties with a relationship or a desire to truly self actualize. This client is truly fed up and ready to heal or doesn't want to waste time just growing in awareness, but truly wants to see shifts in patterns of behavior and thinking.
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TherapyWaves
Social Worker, SACSSP
Online Only
Find Your Way Back to Shore with Therapy.Waves! At Therapy.Waves, we know that life's challenges can sometimes make you feel like you're lost at sea or caught in a riptide. Our goal is to help you navigate these turbulent waters and guide you safely back to shore.
Find Your Way Back to Shore with Therapy.Waves! At Therapy.Waves, we know that life's challenges can sometimes make you feel like you're lost at sea or caught in a riptide. Our goal is to help you navigate these turbulent waters and guide you safely back to shore.
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Aluta Ngantweni
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
I am available for consultation on Saturdays and after hours from 17h00-20h00 during the week.
I am available for consultation on Saturdays and after hours from 17h00-20h00 during the week.
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Mohamed Rawoot
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
As a clinical psychologist practicing in Cape Town, I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey, and I work alongside my clients to help them develop the tools and insights needed to navigate life's challenges and achieve their personal goals.
As a clinical psychologist practicing in Cape Town, I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey, and I work alongside my clients to help them develop the tools and insights needed to navigate life's challenges and achieve their personal goals.
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Arise Mental Wellness
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
5 Endorsed
At Arise Mental Wellness, we offer therapy and counselling for individuals, couples, and families navigating life’s challenges. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, we’re here to walk with you. Blythe Brigg and Christiane Irene are the co-owners and Specialist Wellness Counsellors dedicated to creating a safe, person-centred space where insight, resilience, and connection can grow. Alongside us, we’ve carefully curated a team of passionate counsellors who share our commitment to compassion, integrity, and meaningful therapeutic work.
At Arise Mental Wellness, we offer therapy and counselling for individuals, couples, and families navigating life’s challenges. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, we’re here to walk with you. Blythe Brigg and Christiane Irene are the co-owners and Specialist Wellness Counsellors dedicated to creating a safe, person-centred space where insight, resilience, and connection can grow. Alongside us, we’ve carefully curated a team of passionate counsellors who share our commitment to compassion, integrity, and meaningful therapeutic work.
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Ruan Swanepoel
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
I welcome individuals, couples and families, while accommodating clients with sessions after office hours and over weekends. I specialise in providing counselling and tools to men & women ranging between the ages of 15 and 65+ who are struggling with identity, intimacy, lack of purpose, feelings of inadequacy, depression, looking for meaning in their lives, and a lack of meaning relationships. I have a passion for working with couples & families who have conflict or communication problems. I have extensive experience in working with career focused clients, conducting career planning, coaching & counselling.
I welcome individuals, couples and families, while accommodating clients with sessions after office hours and over weekends. I specialise in providing counselling and tools to men & women ranging between the ages of 15 and 65+ who are struggling with identity, intimacy, lack of purpose, feelings of inadequacy, depression, looking for meaning in their lives, and a lack of meaning relationships. I have a passion for working with couples & families who have conflict or communication problems. I have extensive experience in working with career focused clients, conducting career planning, coaching & counselling.
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Philip Jean du Toit
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
My ideal client is usually someone needing professional help for the first time and is hesitant to take that first step. Their needs, issues and goals are usually themselves, their partner, their kids or life in general.
My ideal client is usually someone needing professional help for the first time and is hesitant to take that first step. Their needs, issues and goals are usually themselves, their partner, their kids or life in general.
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Marlize Swanepoel
Art Therapist, MA
1 Endorsed
Woodstock 7925
Waitlist for new clients
I run a psychodynamic, trauma-informed, embodied and sex-positive practice online and in-person in Cape Town.
As an HPCSA- registered Drama Therapist I facilitate a non-judgmental and confidential space where equal attention is given to the body, heart, mind and soul. Arts processes such as images and stories give shape and form to things that are difficult to talk about or to discover new insight in old patterns. Our work is about looking at all the parts that make up the Self, both the healthy ones and the hurting ones. By making space and engaging with these parts we get to better understand ourselves and connect with who we truly are. Arts activities are invited sensitively and when it feels appropriate – no awkward role-plays!
I run a psychodynamic, trauma-informed, embodied and sex-positive practice online and in-person in Cape Town.
As an HPCSA- registered Drama Therapist I facilitate a non-judgmental and confidential space where equal attention is given to the body, heart, mind and soul. Arts processes such as images and stories give shape and form to things that are difficult to talk about or to discover new insight in old patterns. Our work is about looking at all the parts that make up the Self, both the healthy ones and the hurting ones. By making space and engaging with these parts we get to better understand ourselves and connect with who we truly are. Arts activities are invited sensitively and when it feels appropriate – no awkward role-plays!
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Sex Therapy Therapists
Who is sex therapy for?
Sex problems are common in relationships. Many people want a better sex life and want to feel loved and desired by their partner. It is difficult for couples to resolve sexual problems on their own because people often feel ashamed to talk about their sexual desires fearing they are not normal, when in fact a very broad range of preferences and behaviors are normal. A sex therapist can help clarify this and other matters.

Why do people need sex therapy?
Many people do not know how to talk about their erotic needs or their emotional needs, both of which are addressed in sex therapy. Couples often live with sexual difficulties for years before seeking help, and in that time, partners may experience so much disappointment and alienation that they may fear their problems mean they are incompatible. Once people experience disappointment, it is difficult to find resolution without help.

What happens in sex therapy?
People have many misconceptions about what takes place in sex therapy. First, it is a form of talk therapy in which partners discuss their sexual concerns; it does not involve touching or physical exploration of any kind. Sex therapy typically helps couples get comfortable talking to each other about sex so that, in the privacy of their home life, they can openly discuss their sexual desires and make decisions about what they want to do. Couples are typically assigned activities to do at home that build intimacy skills.

What kinds of problems do sex therapists treat?
Very often, partners differ in their degree of sexual desire and struggle over how often to have sex. Or they may have fights about porn use or have difficulty connecting sexually after one partner is unfaithful. Men may have problems with premature ejaculation. Women may find themselves struggling to become aroused or to achieve an orgasm. Sometimes partners feel like they have lost the sense of attraction to their partner. These are all common issues dealt with in sex therapy.