Therapists in Gardens
Tami Cruse Counselling
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gardens 8001 (Online Only)
I'm an HPCSA Registered Counsellor offering online counselling. I work with clients wanting to work on topics such as: Coping skills, Communication skills, Burnout, Boundaries, Toxic Relationships, Low Self-Esteem, Anger, Trauma, Grief management, Anxiety etc. I believe that each client is different and use psychological modalities to best suit each client. In the counselling space, I aim to provide a safe accepting space without judgement for clients to work on growth and healing and inner child work. NB: I don't offer diagnosis/treatments, this means that I cannot work with diagnosed mental illness such as depression.
I'm an HPCSA Registered Counsellor offering online counselling. I work with clients wanting to work on topics such as: Coping skills, Communication skills, Burnout, Boundaries, Toxic Relationships, Low Self-Esteem, Anger, Trauma, Grief management, Anxiety etc. I believe that each client is different and use psychological modalities to best suit each client. In the counselling space, I aim to provide a safe accepting space without judgement for clients to work on growth and healing and inner child work. NB: I don't offer diagnosis/treatments, this means that I cannot work with diagnosed mental illness such as depression.
Her particular interests include, but are not limited to; anxiety difficulties, mood difficulties, adjustment difficulties, relationships, identity, and sexual orientation. Jessica sees individuals and adolescents (13 + years). (www.jedeikintherapy.com)
Her particular interests include, but are not limited to; anxiety difficulties, mood difficulties, adjustment difficulties, relationships, identity, and sexual orientation. Jessica sees individuals and adolescents (13 + years). (www.jedeikintherapy.com)
Robyn Raymond
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
Gardens 8001
Offering a safe, non-judgemental environment focusing on active and engaged empathic listening to foster a deep acknowledgement of the intrinsic value and power each person holds. I am an intersectional counsellor, body and sex-positive, Queer-friendly and gender affirming, kink and sex-worker safe.
Offering a safe, non-judgemental environment focusing on active and engaged empathic listening to foster a deep acknowledgement of the intrinsic value and power each person holds. I am an intersectional counsellor, body and sex-positive, Queer-friendly and gender affirming, kink and sex-worker safe.
Thembelihle Dyasi
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Gardens 8001
Not accepting new clients
I offer individual psychotherapy (short and long term) to clients. I believe in creating a safe space, authentic connection, and endeavour using a collaborative approach when working toward client therapy goals.
I offer individual psychotherapy (short and long term) to clients. I believe in creating a safe space, authentic connection, and endeavour using a collaborative approach when working toward client therapy goals.
Clients reach out to me to benefit from evidence-based therapy techniques to better themselves, their relationships, & their lives in general. My clients enjoy my friendly & upbeat personality, as well as my empathetic and welcoming nature.
Clients reach out to me to benefit from evidence-based therapy techniques to better themselves, their relationships, & their lives in general. My clients enjoy my friendly & upbeat personality, as well as my empathetic and welcoming nature.
I completed my MA in Clinical Social Work at the University of Cape Town in 2001. Over the last 25 years, I have worked therapeutically with individuals, families, and groups in various different settings such as primary schools, tertiary institutions, family mental health units, state primary health care clinics, fertility clinics, corporate companies, and in private practice. In my practice, I work with adults, young adults and teenagers offering short to long term psychotherapy depending on the needs of the person.
I completed my MA in Clinical Social Work at the University of Cape Town in 2001. Over the last 25 years, I have worked therapeutically with individuals, families, and groups in various different settings such as primary schools, tertiary institutions, family mental health units, state primary health care clinics, fertility clinics, corporate companies, and in private practice. In my practice, I work with adults, young adults and teenagers offering short to long term psychotherapy depending on the needs of the person.
I offer psychotherapy to individuals over the age of 21 years who crave change, possess a curiosity towards their inner world, and who seek insight and emotional expression. I tend to work with those who may be experiencing difficulties with anxiety, depression, relationships, life stage transitions/adjustment, loss and identity. Through supported exploration and deeper understanding of their difficulties, clients find the capacity within themselves to improve the quality of their lives, build resilience, and foster more satisfying relationships with others.
I offer psychotherapy to individuals over the age of 21 years who crave change, possess a curiosity towards their inner world, and who seek insight and emotional expression. I tend to work with those who may be experiencing difficulties with anxiety, depression, relationships, life stage transitions/adjustment, loss and identity. Through supported exploration and deeper understanding of their difficulties, clients find the capacity within themselves to improve the quality of their lives, build resilience, and foster more satisfying relationships with others.
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.
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.
Are you struggling to manage your anxiety, or experiencing stress and burnout? Are you feeling misunderstood, frustrated or helpless in your personal relationships? Are you faced with significant life transitions that are affecting your emotions and mood? We all experience times when our ability to cope with what is happening in our lives is challenged, and simply put, we need help. Counselling can offer short-term and dynamic interventions that support our psychosocial wellbeing, enhance personal functioning, and increase our ability to adjust to the changes that life brings.
Are you struggling to manage your anxiety, or experiencing stress and burnout? Are you feeling misunderstood, frustrated or helpless in your personal relationships? Are you faced with significant life transitions that are affecting your emotions and mood? We all experience times when our ability to cope with what is happening in our lives is challenged, and simply put, we need help. Counselling can offer short-term and dynamic interventions that support our psychosocial wellbeing, enhance personal functioning, and increase our ability to adjust to the changes that life brings.
Clinical psychologist with practices in Stellenbosch and Cape Town (Gardens), and over 20 years’ experience in treating adults and couples with varying personal difficulties. Fields of expertise: long term in-depth psychotherapy; trauma; relationship issues; sexual disorders/matters related to sexuality and sexual orientation; life transitions; loss and bereavement; stress-related medical diseases; personal growth; eating disorders; personality disorders; psychoanalysis; supervision of colleagues; mood disorders (depression/bipolar mood disorder).
Clinical psychologist with practices in Stellenbosch and Cape Town (Gardens), and over 20 years’ experience in treating adults and couples with varying personal difficulties. Fields of expertise: long term in-depth psychotherapy; trauma; relationship issues; sexual disorders/matters related to sexuality and sexual orientation; life transitions; loss and bereavement; stress-related medical diseases; personal growth; eating disorders; personality disorders; psychoanalysis; supervision of colleagues; mood disorders (depression/bipolar mood disorder).
Hello! I'm Teneal, an HPCSA registered Clinical Psychologist dedicated to providing high quality mental health care. Whether you are looking to enhance wellbeing or find relief from mild to severe mental illness, there is space for you here!
Hello! I'm Teneal, an HPCSA registered Clinical Psychologist dedicated to providing high quality mental health care. Whether you are looking to enhance wellbeing or find relief from mild to severe mental illness, there is space for you here!
I've studied the science, philosophy, and history of therapy at the University of Cape Town and University College London for seven years, and I have practiced as a counsellor in Cape Town for four years. I believe the mainspring of therapy is love. Everyone who has given or received therapy has gone through a kind of love disorder, and each has a story to tell: a love lost or denied, twisted or betrayed, perverted and shackled to violence.
I've studied the science, philosophy, and history of therapy at the University of Cape Town and University College London for seven years, and I have practiced as a counsellor in Cape Town for four years. I believe the mainspring of therapy is love. Everyone who has given or received therapy has gone through a kind of love disorder, and each has a story to tell: a love lost or denied, twisted or betrayed, perverted and shackled to violence.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist based in Rondebosch and Gardens, Cape Town. I predominantly provide therapy to adolescents and adults and use an integrative approach based on each client’s individual needs. I aim to provide a comfortable and caring space where clients can explore the challenges they face.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist based in Rondebosch and Gardens, Cape Town. I predominantly provide therapy to adolescents and adults and use an integrative approach based on each client’s individual needs. I aim to provide a comfortable and caring space where clients can explore the challenges they face.
Justin Lakay
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Gardens 8001
Not accepting new clients
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist, working predominantly with adolescents and adults who fall anywhere on the mental health spectrum, from functioning to those struggling to engage in daily activities. My aim is to create a space that is non-judgmental, and safe from which the client can explore their challenges and grow. My therapeutic approach is integrative and based on the needs of the individual and encased with the high ethical standards.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist, working predominantly with adolescents and adults who fall anywhere on the mental health spectrum, from functioning to those struggling to engage in daily activities. My aim is to create a space that is non-judgmental, and safe from which the client can explore their challenges and grow. My therapeutic approach is integrative and based on the needs of the individual and encased with the high ethical standards.
There is no shame in seeking out help for your mental health, in fact, taking care of your mental health is an act of self-love and respect. You are worthy of happiness and peace of mind, and it is okay to prioritize that. My hope is that we might be able to think together about how we could change the things that are affecting you most. I am confident in my ability to provide you with a safe, empathic, and non-judgemental space to explore your inner world alongside you. As was said by Dr. Gabor Mate, "Knowing oneself comes from attending with compassionate curiosity to what is happening within."
There is no shame in seeking out help for your mental health, in fact, taking care of your mental health is an act of self-love and respect. You are worthy of happiness and peace of mind, and it is okay to prioritize that. My hope is that we might be able to think together about how we could change the things that are affecting you most. I am confident in my ability to provide you with a safe, empathic, and non-judgemental space to explore your inner world alongside you. As was said by Dr. Gabor Mate, "Knowing oneself comes from attending with compassionate curiosity to what is happening within."
Romy van Leeve
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Gardens 8001
Waitlist for new clients
I provide individual short and long-term psychotherapy for young adults and adults. I have a keen interest and passion for working with this particular demographic, helping them navigate their way through life by tending to their mental health and overall psycho-social well-being.
I provide individual short and long-term psychotherapy for young adults and adults. I have a keen interest and passion for working with this particular demographic, helping them navigate their way through life by tending to their mental health and overall psycho-social well-being.
Life presents all of us with complex challenges which are sometimes difficult to manage. E.g. what may be troubling is a recent interpersonal difficulty, or perhaps something unpleasant has happened or is still happening in your workplace (or school/college/university). You may have lost someone you were close to, or perhaps you were the victim of a crime. Alternatively, what may be troubling may be of a more long-standing nature, causing unresolved unhappiness. Or you may feel that life could be more fulfilling than it has been up to now, that it could be a happier, richer experience, with a sense of more well-being and freedom.
Life presents all of us with complex challenges which are sometimes difficult to manage. E.g. what may be troubling is a recent interpersonal difficulty, or perhaps something unpleasant has happened or is still happening in your workplace (or school/college/university). You may have lost someone you were close to, or perhaps you were the victim of a crime. Alternatively, what may be troubling may be of a more long-standing nature, causing unresolved unhappiness. Or you may feel that life could be more fulfilling than it has been up to now, that it could be a happier, richer experience, with a sense of more well-being and freedom.
My name is Candice, I am a Clinical Psychologist and I enjoy working with personality, mood and anxiety disorders. Whether it be with children, adolescents or adults.
My name is Candice, I am a Clinical Psychologist and I enjoy working with personality, mood and anxiety disorders. Whether it be with children, adolescents or adults.
Therapy’s major aim is to enable growth and better understanding of oneself through self-discovery and self- exploration. It is within a therapeutic relationship where we can identify problematic and dysfunctional, emotional and behavioural problems and address the necessary changes that will lead to a more healthier and less stressful life”
Therapy’s major aim is to enable growth and better understanding of oneself through self-discovery and self- exploration. It is within a therapeutic relationship where we can identify problematic and dysfunctional, emotional and behavioural problems and address the necessary changes that will lead to a more healthier and less stressful life”
Dr. Sanja Kilian Depression Anxiety Trauma Addiction
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Gardens 8001
I have a passion for working with people. It is an honour when clients trust you and allow you to be part of their journey. As part of my private practice, I offer psychotherapy as well as neuropsychological and medico-legal assessments.
I have a passion for working with people. It is an honour when clients trust you and allow you to be part of their journey. As part of my private practice, I offer psychotherapy as well as neuropsychological and medico-legal assessments.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Gardens
30+
Average cost per session
R750
Counsellors in Gardens who prioritize treating:
88% | Anxiety |
76% | Relationship Issues |
74% | Depression |
68% | Self Esteem |
65% | Stress |
65% | Life Transitions |
62% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
6 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | Discovery Health |
77% | Bonitas |
69% | GEMS |
How Counsellors in Gardens see their clients
89% | In Person and Online | |
11% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
67% | Female | |
30% | Male | |
3% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Gardens?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Psychologists listed in the directory are registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). The majority of General Counsellors featured in the directory align themselves with reputable professional bodies, particularly the Association for Supportive Counsellors and Holistic Practitioners. All Registered Counsellors listed must be registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Social Workers listed in the directory must be registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professionals.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for general counsellors in South Africa, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for general counsellors in South Africa, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Psychologists, counsellors and social workers can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and supervised, practical experience that enable them to do so in South Africa.
Psychologists have five years training in psychology, have completed an internship over 12 months, and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. They must be registered with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Registered Counsellors must have at least four years of study at a university or college, such as the Bachelor of Psychology and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. General counsellors, such as Supportive Counsellors, Holistic Counsellors, and Wellness Counsellors, registered with the ASCHP must possess at least an NQF Level 4 qualification. Social Workers must possess a Bachelor of Social Work and must have completed an approved internship in the social service sector.
Psychologists have five years training in psychology, have completed an internship over 12 months, and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. They must be registered with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Registered Counsellors must have at least four years of study at a university or college, such as the Bachelor of Psychology and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. General counsellors, such as Supportive Counsellors, Holistic Counsellors, and Wellness Counsellors, registered with the ASCHP must possess at least an NQF Level 4 qualification. Social Workers must possess a Bachelor of Social Work and must have completed an approved internship in the social service sector.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in South Africa could be between R600 and R1,500. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are registered with the HPCSA and professional organisations such as PsySSA or the ASCHP are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client, or as required by law, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.