Psychodynamic Therapists in Kalk Bay
I draw on a psychodynamic perspective, which emphasises the relationship between counsellor and patient, and allows for a deeper exploration of emotions and behaviour.
I believe the most valuable part of a counselling relationship is the relationship. Within the space of the counselling relationship, you can express thoughts and feelings without fear of judgement. You can learn about the ways you relate to other people in your life, how you defend yourself from difficult feelings, and practice relating in different ways. The counselling relationship can also be a playful one of self-discovery. I offer clients a compassionate witness and a curious mind to explore alongside you and/or your child, rather than diagnosis.
I draw on a psychodynamic perspective, which emphasises the relationship between counsellor and patient, and allows for a deeper exploration of emotions and behaviour.
I believe the most valuable part of a counselling relationship is the relationship. Within the space of the counselling relationship, you can express thoughts and feelings without fear of judgement. You can learn about the ways you relate to other people in your life, how you defend yourself from difficult feelings, and practice relating in different ways. The counselling relationship can also be a playful one of self-discovery. I offer clients a compassionate witness and a curious mind to explore alongside you and/or your child, rather than diagnosis.
Humans are inherently whole, however life's traumas and challenges can leave one fragmented and disconnected. I work with individuals, couples and groups to provide an integrative and holistic approach towards healing and meaning-making. I draw from various modalities and apply my approach based on the needs of my clients. My work is firmly grounded in contextual and cultural considerations, which enables me to work consciously with people from all walks of life.
Humans are inherently whole, however life's traumas and challenges can leave one fragmented and disconnected. I work with individuals, couples and groups to provide an integrative and holistic approach towards healing and meaning-making. I draw from various modalities and apply my approach based on the needs of my clients. My work is firmly grounded in contextual and cultural considerations, which enables me to work consciously with people from all walks of life.
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.
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!
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!
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I listen to those in distress. We talk, explore, question, discuss and share. The space created permits insight, relief, catharsis, protest, acceptance, adaptation and options..... Psycho-sexual therapy is offered for people that present with problems of a sexual nature.
I listen to those in distress. We talk, explore, question, discuss and share. The space created permits insight, relief, catharsis, protest, acceptance, adaptation and options..... Psycho-sexual therapy is offered for people that present with problems of a sexual nature.
Many people seek therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure why they keep repeating the same patterns. My role isn't to judge or "fix" you, but to help you better understand yourself so you can move forward with greater awareness and choice.
I work with adults and older adolescents experiencing eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, substance use, relationship and parenting challenges, and the lasting impact of childhood experiences.
Together, we'll work to better understand what has brought you to this point and explore new ways of moving forward.
Many people seek therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure why they keep repeating the same patterns. My role isn't to judge or "fix" you, but to help you better understand yourself so you can move forward with greater awareness and choice.
I work with adults and older adolescents experiencing eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, substance use, relationship and parenting challenges, and the lasting impact of childhood experiences.
Together, we'll work to better understand what has brought you to this point and explore new ways of moving forward.
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.
My clinical work is steeped in a psychodynamic frame which allows for deep insight and meaningful change.
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the HPCSA and EAPA-SA. I have 20 years of diverse clinical experience working with individuals, couples, groups and organisations in both private and public sectors and with student wellness services at the tertiary level. I have consulted for the University of Cape Town for 9 years and in 2017, I co-founded Impilo Consulting, which is a specialist organisational development and support consultancy.
My clinical work is steeped in a psychodynamic frame which allows for deep insight and meaningful change.
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the HPCSA and EAPA-SA. I have 20 years of diverse clinical experience working with individuals, couples, groups and organisations in both private and public sectors and with student wellness services at the tertiary level. I have consulted for the University of Cape Town for 9 years and in 2017, I co-founded Impilo Consulting, which is a specialist organisational development and support consultancy.
My name is Candice, I am a Clinical Psychologist and I enjoy working with personality, mood and anxiety disorders. Whether it be with 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 adolescents or adults.
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My name is Roxanne and I am a clinical psychologist based in both the Southern Suburbs & the Helderberg (Cape Town). Reaching out for support is a courageous first step, and I am glad that you are here. Change often begins with small steps – moments of insight, perseverance, and self-compassion that gradually build into meaningful transformation.
Whether for healing, deeper understanding or growth, my role is to meet you where you are, and walk alongside you in aims of uncovering your strengths, broadening perspectives, and creating a space where you feel empowered and heard.
Hello and Welcome!
My name is Roxanne and I am a clinical psychologist based in both the Southern Suburbs & the Helderberg (Cape Town). Reaching out for support is a courageous first step, and I am glad that you are here. Change often begins with small steps – moments of insight, perseverance, and self-compassion that gradually build into meaningful transformation.
Whether for healing, deeper understanding or growth, my role is to meet you where you are, and walk alongside you in aims of uncovering your strengths, broadening perspectives, and creating a space where you feel empowered and heard.
We are emotional beings who often need support, understanding someone to witness different aspects of our lives. As a therapist, I am able to offer a safe and containing space to help you journey through difficult aspects of your life.
We are emotional beings who often need support, understanding someone to witness different aspects of our lives. As a therapist, I am able to offer a safe and containing space to help you journey through difficult aspects of your life.
My goal as a professional is to provide quality care to mental health care users. It is to maintain the standard of my profession by delivering services that are effective across all levels of intervention. I provide individual, group, couples and family therapy. I intend to work towards developing and strengthening mental health promotion and mental illness prevention programs that address the widespread of mental illness.
My goal as a professional is to provide quality care to mental health care users. It is to maintain the standard of my profession by delivering services that are effective across all levels of intervention. I provide individual, group, couples and family therapy. I intend to work towards developing and strengthening mental health promotion and mental illness prevention programs that address the widespread of mental illness.
Hi, I'm a clinical psychologist registered in both SA and the UK. My practice is centered around supporting individuals through a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, life changes, OCD-related issues, and body image concerns. I also have extensive experience working with adolescents and children.
Hi, I'm a clinical psychologist registered in both SA and the UK. My practice is centered around supporting individuals through a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, life changes, OCD-related issues, and body image concerns. I also have extensive experience working with adolescents and children.
I’m a Cape Town based clinical psychologist offering online therapy for individuals across South Africa. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices and guided by current psychological research. I draw on a range of effective therapeutic methods, tailoring each process to suit the unique needs and goals of the individual. People come to therapy for many different reasons, and because of this, I believe in a flexible approach. I aim to work in a focused, time-sensitive way when possible, but also offer longer-term therapy when deeper or ongoing support is needed.
I’m a Cape Town based clinical psychologist offering online therapy for individuals across South Africa. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices and guided by current psychological research. I draw on a range of effective therapeutic methods, tailoring each process to suit the unique needs and goals of the individual. People come to therapy for many different reasons, and because of this, I believe in a flexible approach. I aim to work in a focused, time-sensitive way when possible, but also offer longer-term therapy when deeper or ongoing support is needed.
Person-Centered Therapy, believed that everyone is different and, therefore, everyone’s view of his or her own world, and ability to manage it, should be trusted. All of us have the power to find the best solutions for ourselves and make appropriate changes in our lives. As your psychologist I will provide unconditional positive regard, which means I will be empathetic and non-judgmental to convey your feelings of understanding, trust, and confidence that encourage you to make your own decisions and choices. I place high value on empathetic understanding, which means I completely understand and accept your thoughts and feelings.
Person-Centered Therapy, believed that everyone is different and, therefore, everyone’s view of his or her own world, and ability to manage it, should be trusted. All of us have the power to find the best solutions for ourselves and make appropriate changes in our lives. As your psychologist I will provide unconditional positive regard, which means I will be empathetic and non-judgmental to convey your feelings of understanding, trust, and confidence that encourage you to make your own decisions and choices. I place high value on empathetic understanding, which means I completely understand and accept your thoughts and feelings.
As a general counsellor, my goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgment. I understand that seeking help takes courage, and I honour that bravery by listening with empathy, responding with care, and working collaboratively with you to find practical ways forward. Whether you're facing anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, I’m here to help you navigate it.
As a general counsellor, my goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgment. I understand that seeking help takes courage, and I honour that bravery by listening with empathy, responding with care, and working collaboratively with you to find practical ways forward. Whether you're facing anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, I’m here to help you navigate it.
I hold 2 Masters degrees with research focused on 2 different areas: social support, self-esteem and community violence, and current views on parenting. I have various therapeutic interests, so in the first and second sessions, the client and I together decide if there is a good therapeutic fit. I have come to learn that therapy is an act of personal self-care, where you give yourself space, permission and attention to heal the parts of yourself that others may not see, but that you can feel. I encourage and challenge my clients to grow, to not be afraid to ask questions and to be authentic.
I hold 2 Masters degrees with research focused on 2 different areas: social support, self-esteem and community violence, and current views on parenting. I have various therapeutic interests, so in the first and second sessions, the client and I together decide if there is a good therapeutic fit. I have come to learn that therapy is an act of personal self-care, where you give yourself space, permission and attention to heal the parts of yourself that others may not see, but that you can feel. I encourage and challenge my clients to grow, to not be afraid to ask questions and to be authentic.
For over 15 years, I’ve been helping people work through life’s toughest challenges. I know it can feel overwhelming to take that first step, but I’m here to provide a safe, understanding space where you’ll always feel heard and supported.
My approach is warm and compassionate, focused on meeting you where you are. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you, using proven tools to help you feel more balanced and in control.
You don’t have to face these challenges alone. Let’s start this journey together and move toward a life that feels lighter, more manageable, and fulfilling.
For over 15 years, I’ve been helping people work through life’s toughest challenges. I know it can feel overwhelming to take that first step, but I’m here to provide a safe, understanding space where you’ll always feel heard and supported.
My approach is warm and compassionate, focused on meeting you where you are. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you, using proven tools to help you feel more balanced and in control.
You don’t have to face these challenges alone. Let’s start this journey together and move toward a life that feels lighter, more manageable, and fulfilling.
My name is Masego Ngubeni - Social Worker in Private Practice and a full-time School Counsellor. As a dedicated social worker and counsellor, my goal is to support individuals in overcoming life's challenges by providing counselling that is person-centered, empowering, and solution-focused.
Through active listening, empathy, and professional expertise, I assist clients navigate emotional struggle, mental health concerns, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
Ultimately, my goal is to empower individuals to overcome obstacles, heal from past experiences, and move forward with confidence and resilience.
My name is Masego Ngubeni - Social Worker in Private Practice and a full-time School Counsellor. As a dedicated social worker and counsellor, my goal is to support individuals in overcoming life's challenges by providing counselling that is person-centered, empowering, and solution-focused.
Through active listening, empathy, and professional expertise, I assist clients navigate emotional struggle, mental health concerns, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
Ultimately, my goal is to empower individuals to overcome obstacles, heal from past experiences, and move forward with confidence and resilience.
I am skilled in various therapeutic modalities, and while I work holistically and integratively, I am oriented toward psychodynamic therapies and schema therapy in particular.
You might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply searching for a space where you can make sense of things. Whether you’re dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, or a general sense of unhappiness, therapy can offer a way forward.
I am skilled in various therapeutic modalities, and while I work holistically and integratively, I am oriented toward psychodynamic therapies and schema therapy in particular.
You might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply searching for a space where you can make sense of things. Whether you’re dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, or a general sense of unhappiness, therapy can offer a way forward.
Nearby Psychodynamic Counsellors Searches for Kalk Bay
- Bergvliet
- Constantia
- Fish Hoek
- Hout Bay
- Kommetjie
- Meadowridge
- Muizenberg
- Newlands
- Plumstead
- Rosebank
- Tokai
- Wynberg
Psychodynamic Counsellors
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.