Addiction Therapists in Gardens
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 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. I also have a special interest in addiction and recovery, having worked in addiction and mental health clinics for many years.
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 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. I also have a special interest in addiction and recovery, having worked in addiction and mental health clinics for many years.
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.
Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, and building trust in the process takes time. I offer a warm, respectful, and non-judgmental space where you can feel safe to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. My approach is collaborative and guided by your pace and needs. Together, we can work toward greater understanding, clarity, and ultimately meaningful change in your life.
Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, and building trust in the process takes time. I offer a warm, respectful, and non-judgmental space where you can feel safe to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. My approach is collaborative and guided by your pace and needs. Together, we can work toward greater understanding, clarity, and ultimately meaningful change in your life.
Therapy offers a space to deepen your understanding of yourself and to explore new ways of responding to life’s challenges. You may feel caught in patterns that leave you overwhelmed, uncertain, or disconnected from the person you want to be. Perhaps past experiences or ongoing stressors have begun to affect your relationships, mood, or sense of self. In therapy, we work together to make sense of these experiences, strengthen emotional insight, and develop healthier ways of coping — creating room for growth, balance, and lasting change.
Therapy offers a space to deepen your understanding of yourself and to explore new ways of responding to life’s challenges. You may feel caught in patterns that leave you overwhelmed, uncertain, or disconnected from the person you want to be. Perhaps past experiences or ongoing stressors have begun to affect your relationships, mood, or sense of self. In therapy, we work together to make sense of these experiences, strengthen emotional insight, and develop healthier ways of coping — creating room for growth, balance, and lasting change.
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."
In a perfect world, everyone would be receiving therapy. I have worked with individuals, families and couples from rural to urban communities. I want to provide an non-judgmental and convenient environment for you to share your darkest thoughts and concerns. I am the vehicle of change, that brings you to your full potential.
In a perfect world, everyone would be receiving therapy. I have worked with individuals, families and couples from rural to urban communities. I want to provide an non-judgmental and convenient environment for you to share your darkest thoughts and concerns. I am the vehicle of change, that brings you to your full potential.
Welcome. As you are, who you are. The messy parts, the wonderful parts. The light, the dark. The parts you love, and the parts that you would rather hide away from the world. You are welcome in this space. To step into this space, to be seen in this space, to hide away in the space when you need to, to laugh in this space, to cry in this space, to question, to play, to explore, to become and unbecome.
Welcome. As you are, who you are. The messy parts, the wonderful parts. The light, the dark. The parts you love, and the parts that you would rather hide away from the world. You are welcome in this space. To step into this space, to be seen in this space, to hide away in the space when you need to, to laugh in this space, to cry in this space, to question, to play, to explore, to become and unbecome.
I also offer support in the areas of addiction, work-life balance, burnout, and divorce.
I help clients navigate complex life challenges, relationship difficulties, and mental health challenges by helping them become more aware of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours surrounding specific life events. The overarching aim is to help clients build or regain self-trust, increase self-awareness, improve relationships, and boost resilience.
I also offer support in the areas of addiction, work-life balance, burnout, and divorce.
I help clients navigate complex life challenges, relationship difficulties, and mental health challenges by helping them become more aware of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours surrounding specific life events. The overarching aim is to help clients build or regain self-trust, increase self-awareness, improve relationships, and boost resilience.
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.
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.
My psychotherapeutic stance is accepting and judgment-free. The therapeutic relationship is essential in effective therapy. Based on this, it is crucially important to get to know my clients on a personal level, and for my clients to get to know me. I position myself alongside my clients to collaboratively formulate a focused treatment plan.
My psychotherapeutic stance is accepting and judgment-free. The therapeutic relationship is essential in effective therapy. Based on this, it is crucially important to get to know my clients on a personal level, and for my clients to get to know me. I position myself alongside my clients to collaboratively formulate a focused treatment plan.
Whether it’s trauma, anxiety, addiction, depression, grief, relationship breakdowns, or simply feeling stuck, the truth is: we’re not meant to heal alone.
My work is rooted in real talk — no masks, no fluff, no clinical coldness. Just honest, collaborative sessions designed to help you unpack what’s weighing you down, reconnect with your inner truth, and find lasting relief.
You may be navigating:
Trauma (past or recent)
Substance abuse or addictive behaviours
Anxiety, depression, or burnout
Relational Issues
Whether it’s trauma, anxiety, addiction, depression, grief, relationship breakdowns, or simply feeling stuck, the truth is: we’re not meant to heal alone.
My work is rooted in real talk — no masks, no fluff, no clinical coldness. Just honest, collaborative sessions designed to help you unpack what’s weighing you down, reconnect with your inner truth, and find lasting relief.
You may be navigating:
Trauma (past or recent)
Substance abuse or addictive behaviours
Anxiety, depression, or burnout
Relational Issues
Looking for an authentic, compassionate and sometimes light-hearted space to figure things out for you or your child? Let's talk.
Looking for an authentic, compassionate and sometimes light-hearted space to figure things out for you or your child? Let's talk.
At times life may leave you feeling stressed or overwhelmed, seeking to find wellness as you feel unable to cope with daily demands, financial stressors, anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, bereavement or life adjustments (relationship, employment, or health changes). Struggling with intra- and interpersonal difficulties and looking for personal development and a way to achieve holistic wellness. This can be done through supportive therapy which assists clients to gain new insights into themselves & current difficulties and equips them with skills such as mindfulness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.
At times life may leave you feeling stressed or overwhelmed, seeking to find wellness as you feel unable to cope with daily demands, financial stressors, anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, bereavement or life adjustments (relationship, employment, or health changes). Struggling with intra- and interpersonal difficulties and looking for personal development and a way to achieve holistic wellness. This can be done through supportive therapy which assists clients to gain new insights into themselves & current difficulties and equips them with skills such as mindfulness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.
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( Addictions)
ARE YOU FEELING OVER WHELMED BY LIFE CHALLENGES? ARE CONFLICTS WITHIN IN YOUR FAMILY UNIT CAUSING YOU TO FEEL DSYREGULATED AND POWERLESS? I work in a collaborative manner with my clients to build their mental immunity by developing skills and coping mechanisms to assist them to navigate a more effective path through life obstacles. I offer affordable and accessible rates, which fill the gap in the mental health space. I have been married for 28 years and have 3 young adult daughters, and have therefore had both the personal, and counselling experience of maintaining healthy and functional family interactions.
( Addictions)
ARE YOU FEELING OVER WHELMED BY LIFE CHALLENGES? ARE CONFLICTS WITHIN IN YOUR FAMILY UNIT CAUSING YOU TO FEEL DSYREGULATED AND POWERLESS? I work in a collaborative manner with my clients to build their mental immunity by developing skills and coping mechanisms to assist them to navigate a more effective path through life obstacles. I offer affordable and accessible rates, which fill the gap in the mental health space. I have been married for 28 years and have 3 young adult daughters, and have therefore had both the personal, and counselling experience of maintaining healthy and functional family interactions.
Please note: I am currently transitioning away from platform-based booking systems. Please contact me directly via email for enquiries and appointments.
You may be feeling anxious, grieving, or overwhelmed by life changes. Perhaps you’re carrying trauma, facing relationship struggles, or simply longing to feel more like yourself again. My clients often want steadier ground and someone who sees them beyond their struggles. They’re looking for a space where they can breathe, pause, and start to take BAC their life — one step at a time.
Please note: I am currently transitioning away from platform-based booking systems. Please contact me directly via email for enquiries and appointments.
You may be feeling anxious, grieving, or overwhelmed by life changes. Perhaps you’re carrying trauma, facing relationship struggles, or simply longing to feel more like yourself again. My clients often want steadier ground and someone who sees them beyond their struggles. They’re looking for a space where they can breathe, pause, and start to take BAC their life — one step at a time.
My work focuses on addiction recovery, family system challenges, marriage and relationship support, as well as anxiety and depression.
You may feel that your current situation isn’t where you want to be and that’s okay. My aim is to help you begin building the foundation for a healthier you, using up-to-date, evidence-based practices to guide and support your journey.
My work focuses on addiction recovery, family system challenges, marriage and relationship support, as well as anxiety and depression.
You may feel that your current situation isn’t where you want to be and that’s okay. My aim is to help you begin building the foundation for a healthier you, using up-to-date, evidence-based practices to guide and support your journey.
I support individuals struggling with drug/ alcohol addiction, problem gambling/gaming, or those seeking to moderate or reduce their substance use.
Sometimes the greatest source of distress isn't a single event, it's the feeling that you keep living the same story. The same self-doubt. The same relationships. The same ways of coping that no longer serve you. You may know these patterns well, yet still feel unable to change them. You may have spent years trying to understand yourself. You've read the books, listened to the podcasts, talked things through with friends, and perhaps even been to therapy before. Meaningful change begins with understanding. Therapy offers the opportunity to slow down and make sense of those patterns.
I support individuals struggling with drug/ alcohol addiction, problem gambling/gaming, or those seeking to moderate or reduce their substance use.
Sometimes the greatest source of distress isn't a single event, it's the feeling that you keep living the same story. The same self-doubt. The same relationships. The same ways of coping that no longer serve you. You may know these patterns well, yet still feel unable to change them. You may have spent years trying to understand yourself. You've read the books, listened to the podcasts, talked things through with friends, and perhaps even been to therapy before. Meaningful change begins with understanding. Therapy offers the opportunity to slow down and make sense of those patterns.
Blossom Being Wellness Healthcare and Counselling
General Counsellor, MA, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Vredekloof 7560
Life can be overwhelming, especially when you're carrying the weight of trauma, grief, anxiety, or emotional pain. You don't have to carry it alone. I offer a safe and compassionate space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported—whether in-person or online, from anywhere in the world. Using a Holistic Wellness Counselling Approach, I work with you as a whole person—mind, body, and spirit. I believe that every individual has the inner strength and ability for healing, and my role is to walk alongside you as you rediscover balance, resilience, and purpose.
Life can be overwhelming, especially when you're carrying the weight of trauma, grief, anxiety, or emotional pain. You don't have to carry it alone. I offer a safe and compassionate space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported—whether in-person or online, from anywhere in the world. Using a Holistic Wellness Counselling Approach, I work with you as a whole person—mind, body, and spirit. I believe that every individual has the inner strength and ability for healing, and my role is to walk alongside you as you rediscover balance, resilience, and purpose.
My specialisms include addiction, anxiety, depression, couples work, bereavement, relationship problems, self esteem, and trauma.
I offer counselling and therapeutic life coaching. Clients will come to me with a range of problems and often feel some confusion. In our work we will clarify the problem and see what is most challenging for you at the present time. We will discover where this confusion arises in the body and mind and be able to see what started it. Perhaps this has been triggered in the past: by an environment, people, a person, upbringing etc. The work we do is non-judgemental and my purpose is to help you find your way out of the confusion and suffering, so you can find success, purpose and meaning in your life. I will be with you all the way
My specialisms include addiction, anxiety, depression, couples work, bereavement, relationship problems, self esteem, and trauma.
I offer counselling and therapeutic life coaching. Clients will come to me with a range of problems and often feel some confusion. In our work we will clarify the problem and see what is most challenging for you at the present time. We will discover where this confusion arises in the body and mind and be able to see what started it. Perhaps this has been triggered in the past: by an environment, people, a person, upbringing etc. The work we do is non-judgemental and my purpose is to help you find your way out of the confusion and suffering, so you can find success, purpose and meaning in your life. I will be with you all the way
Nearby Addiction Counsellors Searches for Gardens
- Camps Bay
- Cape Town City
- Milnerton
- Mowbray
- Newlands
- Observatory
- Pinelands
- Rondebosch
- Sea Point
- Tamboerskloof
- Vredehoek
- Woodstock
Addiction Counsellors
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.