Sexual Abuse Therapists in Constantia
I work with women and teenagers (15+) who are navigating the complex landscape of trauma, grief, loss, dissociation, shame. Trauma tends to leave us feeling cut off from our bodies, from our sense of safety, from parts of who we are. Many people come to me carrying fear of their own inner world. Within the depths, what can feel like endings or deaths of old selves, there is space for rebirth: compassion, purpose, and a deeper sense of connection. My role is to serve as a mirror, reflecting your own inner knowing back to you, for you to find safety in trusting it again.
I work with women and teenagers (15+) who are navigating the complex landscape of trauma, grief, loss, dissociation, shame. Trauma tends to leave us feeling cut off from our bodies, from our sense of safety, from parts of who we are. Many people come to me carrying fear of their own inner world. Within the depths, what can feel like endings or deaths of old selves, there is space for rebirth: compassion, purpose, and a deeper sense of connection. My role is to serve as a mirror, reflecting your own inner knowing back to you, for you to find safety in trusting it again.
Zehira-Kedesh Trauma and Addiction
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Serves Area
Zehira-Kedesh assists clients with sex addiction, betrayal trauma, marriage counselling, sexual assault (including rape), domestic violence, general trauma and more.
Specialises in Trauma Counseling & Debriefings, Marriage Counseling, Sex & Pornography Addiction, Domestic Violence Advocacy & Sexual Assault Counselling. Assists people in understanding & navigating sex addiction and problematic or compulsive sexual behaviors. Supports people in finding healing after the devastating trauma of the betrayal trauma.
Zehira-Kedesh assists clients with sex addiction, betrayal trauma, marriage counselling, sexual assault (including rape), domestic violence, general trauma and more.
Specialises in Trauma Counseling & Debriefings, Marriage Counseling, Sex & Pornography Addiction, Domestic Violence Advocacy & Sexual Assault Counselling. Assists people in understanding & navigating sex addiction and problematic or compulsive sexual behaviors. Supports people in finding healing after the devastating trauma of the betrayal trauma.
Lulu (Louisa) Lascaris
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Constantia 7806
Hi, I’m Louisa, better known as Lulu. I’m a counsellor & coach for all women wanting change, growth & help. Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, traumatized, disempowered, or just plain stuck? Do you feel reluctant to divulge this to friends or colleagues? You are not alone. I strive to give my clients a safe, genuine and non-judgmental space to be able to release feelings that are holding them back from living their best life possible. Past or present emotional struggles or negative thoughts so often prevent us from moving forward. Counseling and coaching may just shift that dial and positively change your life.
Hi, I’m Louisa, better known as Lulu. I’m a counsellor & coach for all women wanting change, growth & help. Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, traumatized, disempowered, or just plain stuck? Do you feel reluctant to divulge this to friends or colleagues? You are not alone. I strive to give my clients a safe, genuine and non-judgmental space to be able to release feelings that are holding them back from living their best life possible. Past or present emotional struggles or negative thoughts so often prevent us from moving forward. Counseling and coaching may just shift that dial and positively change your life.
I am a compassionate and engaging psychologist who helps people live lives that feel more grounded, satisfying, and meaningful. I aim to create a space where you can feel supported and accepted, and where conversations feel natural.
My approach is based on the understanding that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are shaped by our relationships and experiences, and by how our nervous system influences the way we experience ourselves and others. Together, we will make sense of what is going on for you, understand patterns, and find ways to put new insights into action that lead to sustainable change.
I am a compassionate and engaging psychologist who helps people live lives that feel more grounded, satisfying, and meaningful. I aim to create a space where you can feel supported and accepted, and where conversations feel natural.
My approach is based on the understanding that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are shaped by our relationships and experiences, and by how our nervous system influences the way we experience ourselves and others. Together, we will make sense of what is going on for you, understand patterns, and find ways to put new insights into action that lead to sustainable change.
Changing, healing, and transforming one to become strong, fulfilled, and content is my passion. With more than a decade of experience and serving thousands of clients from around the globe and South Africa, I am dedicated to help you to bring healing to your personal issues and relationship matters. 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. I love to teach self mastery.
Changing, healing, and transforming one to become strong, fulfilled, and content is my passion. With more than a decade of experience and serving thousands of clients from around the globe and South Africa, I am dedicated to help you to bring healing to your personal issues and relationship matters. 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. I love to teach self mastery.
Do you feel that the weight of life's challenges are becoming too burdensome to carry on your own? Are you struggling to navigate past trauma, emotional difficulties, family, relational, occupational, personal difficulties or undiagnosed physical problems? Do you want to achieve sustainable healing and growth? Live life to the fullest and feel comfortable in your own skin? My specialised (psychology) approach treats an array of symptoms including depression, anxiety, anger issues, relational difficulties, trauma, panic attacks, grief and self-esteem issues.
Do you feel that the weight of life's challenges are becoming too burdensome to carry on your own? Are you struggling to navigate past trauma, emotional difficulties, family, relational, occupational, personal difficulties or undiagnosed physical problems? Do you want to achieve sustainable healing and growth? Live life to the fullest and feel comfortable in your own skin? My specialised (psychology) approach treats an array of symptoms including depression, anxiety, anger issues, relational difficulties, trauma, panic attacks, grief and self-esteem issues.
I strongly believe that everyone deserves quality access to mental healthcare, & I fiercely advocate for my clients. Clients usually come to my practice because something in their inner or outer world isn't working for them, & they are looking for relief, clarity or change. I help them by delivering ethical & evidence-backed counselling techniques to ensure that my clients receive professional & effective counselling. My friendly, outgoing & welcoming nature ensures that clients feel seen, heard, & supported.
I strongly believe that everyone deserves quality access to mental healthcare, & I fiercely advocate for my clients. Clients usually come to my practice because something in their inner or outer world isn't working for them, & they are looking for relief, clarity or change. I help them by delivering ethical & evidence-backed counselling techniques to ensure that my clients receive professional & effective counselling. My friendly, outgoing & welcoming nature ensures that clients feel seen, heard, & supported.
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.
I’m Elretha – a Counselling Psychologist based in Somerset West and Raithby (Western Cape). 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.
I’m Elretha – a Counselling Psychologist based in Somerset West and Raithby (Western Cape). 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.
Psychotherapy regarding depression, anxiety, bereavement, trauma and other life crises.
Professional supervision for Psychologists and Counsellors. Focus areas include insight into therapeutic alliance; Case management; Ethics in Clinical Practice; and Support and Burnout prevention. I have over 30 yrs experience including managing programs and lecturing/supervision for UCT Dept of Psychiatry Postgraduate Diploma in Addictions Care.
Psychotherapy regarding depression, anxiety, bereavement, trauma and other life crises.
Professional supervision for Psychologists and Counsellors. Focus areas include insight into therapeutic alliance; Case management; Ethics in Clinical Practice; and Support and Burnout prevention. I have over 30 yrs experience including managing programs and lecturing/supervision for UCT Dept of Psychiatry Postgraduate Diploma in Addictions Care.
I make use of a holistic approach to fit my client’s unique needs and circumstances. My psychotherapeutic method facilitates healing through a process of integration of distressing past life events and traumas.
In addition to the typical scope of a clinical psychologist, I have a keen interest in health psychology and working with autoimmune conditions, having published a book here: Autoimmune Survival Guide.
I make use of a holistic approach to fit my client’s unique needs and circumstances. My psychotherapeutic method facilitates healing through a process of integration of distressing past life events and traumas.
In addition to the typical scope of a clinical psychologist, I have a keen interest in health psychology and working with autoimmune conditions, having published a book here: Autoimmune Survival Guide.
The clients who enjoy working with me are usually interested in an approach that looks beyond the simple management of symptoms and the accompanying diagnosis. They enjoy a space that attempts to hold the complexities and contradictions of life and how we go about pursuing the things we want from it. If you are looking for a less conventional approach to therapy, based on methods from secular Buddhism, Existential Philosophy, and Psychoanalysis, then you may enjoy this kind of therapeutic relationship.
The clients who enjoy working with me are usually interested in an approach that looks beyond the simple management of symptoms and the accompanying diagnosis. They enjoy a space that attempts to hold the complexities and contradictions of life and how we go about pursuing the things we want from it. If you are looking for a less conventional approach to therapy, based on methods from secular Buddhism, Existential Philosophy, and Psychoanalysis, then you may enjoy this kind of therapeutic relationship.
Part of the therapy process includes a healing journey within a therapeutic relationship that encourages insight, understanding and personal growth. I am passionate about this healing journey, and feel honoured to explore my clients’ mental health needs and concerns alongside them.
Part of the therapy process includes a healing journey within a therapeutic relationship that encourages insight, understanding and personal growth. I am passionate about this healing journey, and feel honoured to explore my clients’ mental health needs and concerns alongside them.
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.
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Our trauma and abuse counselling service offers expert care and compassion to anyone who has suffered trauma or abuse and for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other types of gender-based violence, our counselling service provides a secure and private setting.
We are committed to assisting people in realizing their greatest potential and leading the best lives possible. The goal of the individualized counselling services is to improve clients’ general wellbeing and quality of life. We support a holistic strategy that considers a person’s physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
Our trauma and abuse counselling service offers expert care and compassion to anyone who has suffered trauma or abuse and for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other types of gender-based violence, our counselling service provides a secure and private setting.
We are committed to assisting people in realizing their greatest potential and leading the best lives possible. The goal of the individualized counselling services is to improve clients’ general wellbeing and quality of life. We support a holistic strategy that considers a person’s physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
I specialize in Trauma Counseling & Debriefings, Marriage Counseling, Sex & Pornography Addiction, Domestic Violence Advocacy & Sexual Assault Counselling.
I work from the principle that people were created to have an abundant life in which they can unlock their God-given potential and discover their gifting, purpose, and calling. Abundant life is possible for all clients, however, each client has their own understanding of what this looks like for them. My goal is to help you experience your abundant life.
I specialize in Trauma Counseling & Debriefings, Marriage Counseling, Sex & Pornography Addiction, Domestic Violence Advocacy & Sexual Assault Counselling.
I work from the principle that people were created to have an abundant life in which they can unlock their God-given potential and discover their gifting, purpose, and calling. Abundant life is possible for all clients, however, each client has their own understanding of what this looks like for them. My goal is to help you experience your abundant life.
Being human is hard. Perhaps you’re wrestling with grief after a loss, struggling to adapt to big life changes, or feeling the weight of anxiety, dread, sadness, or heartbreak. You might find yourself alone in a crowded room, uncertain of how to express your needs or maintain meaningful connections. You want relief from the relentless inner critic, clarity on the next step, and the confidence to ask for and receive support. Ultimately, you’re craving a sense of stability, self‑understanding, and the ability to navigate life’s twists and turns without feeling overwhelmed or isolated.
Being human is hard. Perhaps you’re wrestling with grief after a loss, struggling to adapt to big life changes, or feeling the weight of anxiety, dread, sadness, or heartbreak. You might find yourself alone in a crowded room, uncertain of how to express your needs or maintain meaningful connections. You want relief from the relentless inner critic, clarity on the next step, and the confidence to ask for and receive support. Ultimately, you’re craving a sense of stability, self‑understanding, and the ability to navigate life’s twists and turns without feeling overwhelmed or isolated.
Hello! I'm a specialist wellness counsellor who really believes in the importance of a warm, non-judgemental space to work through life's many different challenges. Whether you've experienced trauma or other things that may or may not have been traumatic for you, such as emotional distress, relationship difficulties, grief, or everyday stressors, I am here to help you work through it with an empathetic ear and by equipping you with healthy coping skills.
Hello! I'm a specialist wellness counsellor who really believes in the importance of a warm, non-judgemental space to work through life's many different challenges. Whether you've experienced trauma or other things that may or may not have been traumatic for you, such as emotional distress, relationship difficulties, grief, or everyday stressors, I am here to help you work through it with an empathetic ear and by equipping you with healthy coping skills.
Hi, I’m Blythe – a Specialist Wellness Counsellor (ASCHP) with a B.Soc.Sc (Hons) in Psychology and a passion for supporting people through life’s messy, meaningful moments. If you’re feeling burnt out, anxious, disconnected, or weighed down by past or present experiences, you’re not alone – and you don’t have to stay stuck or weighed down. I offer a person-centred space where you can explore what’s really going on, reconnect with yourself, and find practical tools that make everyday life feel more manageable and more you. No cookie-cutter therapy here. Just real, personalized support – for the real you.
Hi, I’m Blythe – a Specialist Wellness Counsellor (ASCHP) with a B.Soc.Sc (Hons) in Psychology and a passion for supporting people through life’s messy, meaningful moments. If you’re feeling burnt out, anxious, disconnected, or weighed down by past or present experiences, you’re not alone – and you don’t have to stay stuck or weighed down. I offer a person-centred space where you can explore what’s really going on, reconnect with yourself, and find practical tools that make everyday life feel more manageable and more you. No cookie-cutter therapy here. Just real, personalized support – for the real you.
You do not have to wait until you are in crisis before you reach out to a counsellor. One thing in life that is certain is change and facing challenges. Just navigating normal life transitions can be stressful and overwhelming. We are made to be in relationship with one another and when you are going through a difficulty there can be such power and healing in being able to express to someone in confidence what you are experiencing on a physical, emotional, mental and social level. We all need that space where we feel safe, we are able to share in confidence and there is no judgment.
You do not have to wait until you are in crisis before you reach out to a counsellor. One thing in life that is certain is change and facing challenges. Just navigating normal life transitions can be stressful and overwhelming. We are made to be in relationship with one another and when you are going through a difficulty there can be such power and healing in being able to express to someone in confidence what you are experiencing on a physical, emotional, mental and social level. We all need that space where we feel safe, we are able to share in confidence and there is no judgment.
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- Bergvliet
- Hout Bay
- Kenilworth
- Mowbray
- Muizenberg
- Newlands
- Observatory
- Plumstead
- Rondebosch
- Tokai
- Woodstock
- Wynberg
Sexual Abuse Counsellors
How do therapists treat sexual abuse?
A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.
Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?
Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.
How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?
Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.
Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?
As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.