Child Therapists in Claremont

I see children , adolescents and adults. I have a particular interest in supporting families, whether parenting, managing life transitions, adoption, relationship or family struggles, dealing with chronic or life-threatening illness. I have many years of experience working with undergraduate and graduate students, and working professionals.

I’m Elretha – a Counselling Psychologist based in Wynberg, Cape Town. I work with children , adolescents, and adults in both English and Afrikaans. People seek therapy for a broad range of reasons. Some of the areas I assist with include: processing trauma and abuse, navigating relationship difficulties, parent- child relationship distress, life changes, or loss and bereavement; managing mood and anxiety disorders, addiction, eating disorders, sexual identity matters, self-development and blockages to creativity.

Rachelle completed her Masters in Psychology (specialisation Play Therapy) in 2014. In the years following her Master's degree, Rachelle has also completed training as a Neuro-therapist and Tomatis practitioner, as well as the BPsych Psychometry program offered through the University of Stellenbosch. Rachelle has worked in numerous countries and at different schools and institutions where she offered training and support for teachers and caregivers on how to manage the behaviour of children , Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), developmental delays, and childhood trauma.

My ideal clients are children who are experiencing academic or behavioural challenges. Their needs would be to identity the underlying problem and have plan to overcome the challenges.

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 been in practice for over 20 years, seeing adults, teens and couples for psychotherapy. My approach is psychoanalytic psychotherapy which is informed by attachment and infant research into how the mind develops and best heals within the context of a therapeutic relationship.

Everyone has ups and downs in their journey of life, but sometimes you need additional support to navigate particular low points. Your thinking may be cyclical, so addressing the problem from multiple angles, with various lenses, can be the breakthrough that is needed. I work with a Humanistic and Positive Psychology framework that sees you as whole and focuses on your strengths. You are not your trauma, your grief, or your diagnosis. I want to help you to improve your quality of life and to fulfill your potential. I also use Resilience coaching to look at your mental, physical and emotional needs, to identify growth areas.

"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 Counselling, as well as School Readiness, Subject Choice and Career Guidance Assessments.

I am a Neuropsychologist specialising in the review and understanding of the relationship between changes and differences in one’s brain and how this affects cognition and behaviour. I work with patients of all ages, covering assessments & diagnoses for individuals with changes to their brain, whether from developmental differences (e.g., ADHD, Autism), injury to their brain (e.g., traumatic brain injury), cerebrovascular disease (e.g., Stroke), or neurodegenerative disorders (e.g., various Dementia’s). I am also trained and experienced in Autism diagnostic assessments.

Have you recently been involved in a traumatic situation? Are you dealing with a painful experience that has been limiting you from reaching your full potential in life? Are you concerned about your child 's future and goals in life? I am specialized in brief psychotherapy aimed at dealing with emotional distress of day to day life especially the one that affects one's ability to interact with others and to function fully at work or school.

When we aren't feeling like the best version of ourselves, it's tough to engage in our lives in the way we would like to; our daily stress adds up and pulls us away from the things that are important to us. Whether little things in your life are piling up and becoming overwhelming or you are in the midst of a major life transition, accessing support is an important first step to living a value-driven life. Having a dedicated time in which to process our thoughts with an unbiased listener can build the insight we need to thrive.

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.

No doubt you are looking at this site because you want something in your life to change. You want to feel better, get out of a repetitive rut, make some relationship changes or improvements, or just feel better within your own skin. My clients find it a huge relief to share and process their concerns - within the safe space of my counselling room or via secure online therapy. I believe strongly in a gentle therapy method - a non-judgemental and compassionate attitude - creating a safe, nurturing space for healing and change to begin. I am very aware of how vulnerable one feels in making that first appointment. It is worth it!

At Cape Town Psychologists, a culturally diverse practice, we strive to provide world-class psychological support and care. Are you having difficulty surviving a crisis? Are you riding an emotional roller-coaster? Are you struggling with intense or erratic emotions? Phobias? Hopelessness? Addictions? We are a team of responsible practitioners who want to help you be the best person you can be. Our Team consists of a psychiatrist, clinical psychologists, counselling psychologists, educational psychologists, and a social worker.