Therapists in Marina Da Gama

I aim to help you discover your true and highest potential in a safe; healthy and caring space. Along with the Arise team, we provide a safe space for individuals, couples, families and groups to receive the tools, education, and services needed in order to develop personal insight and resilience; to create a personal toolbox that you can carry with you for the rest of your life
I aim to help you discover your true and highest potential in a safe; healthy and caring space. Along with the Arise team, we provide a safe space for individuals, couples, families and groups to receive the tools, education, and services needed in order to develop personal insight and resilience; to create a personal toolbox that you can carry with you for the rest of your life

Arise Mental Wellness
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marina Da Gama 7945
At Arise Mental Wellness we provide comprehensive therapy, counselling, and psycho-educational services, and strive to eliminate the barriers that people may face when seeking help. We provide a safe space for individuals, couples, families and groups to receive the tools, education, and services needed in order to develop personal insight and resilience; to create a personal toolbox that you can carry with you for the rest of your life; and to establish and maintain healthier connections with oneself and others.
At Arise Mental Wellness we provide comprehensive therapy, counselling, and psycho-educational services, and strive to eliminate the barriers that people may face when seeking help. We provide a safe space for individuals, couples, families and groups to receive the tools, education, and services needed in order to develop personal insight and resilience; to create a personal toolbox that you can carry with you for the rest of your life; and to establish and maintain healthier connections with oneself and others.

Blythe Brigg
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marina Da Gama 7945
Waitlist for new clients
Hey there, I'm Blythe Brigg, a dedicated Specialist Wellness Counsellor registered with ASCHP and holding a B.Soc.Sc(Hons) in Psychology. My journey has taken me across the country and overseas, enriching me with insights into diverse cultures and life situations. Psychology isn't just my job; it's my passion, my purpose. I'm here to support individuals facing challenges such as addiction, anxiety, neurodivergence, personality disorders, and trauma. What makes my approach unique is my commitment to equipping clients with practical tools that resonate long after our sessions end.
Hey there, I'm Blythe Brigg, a dedicated Specialist Wellness Counsellor registered with ASCHP and holding a B.Soc.Sc(Hons) in Psychology. My journey has taken me across the country and overseas, enriching me with insights into diverse cultures and life situations. Psychology isn't just my job; it's my passion, my purpose. I'm here to support individuals facing challenges such as addiction, anxiety, neurodivergence, personality disorders, and trauma. What makes my approach unique is my commitment to equipping clients with practical tools that resonate long after our sessions end.

Christine Fenemore
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Online Only
One always assumes that counselling is for those who are facing hardships. I believe that it is so much more than that. It’s about sharing the good, the bad, and the ugly in a safe and confidential space. I hope to be that lifeline and source of motivation for you, no matter what the circumstances. I am registered with the HPCSA as a Registered Counsellor and adhere to there ethical standards and code of conduct.
One always assumes that counselling is for those who are facing hardships. I believe that it is so much more than that. It’s about sharing the good, the bad, and the ugly in a safe and confidential space. I hope to be that lifeline and source of motivation for you, no matter what the circumstances. I am registered with the HPCSA as a Registered Counsellor and adhere to there ethical standards and code of conduct.
Mogamat Armien Abrahams
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Marina Da Gama 7945
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Enlightening Counselling
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you looking for someone to truly listen and help you grow and find meaning in life. Enlightening Counselling provide a supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and goals without fear of judgment.
Whether you’re dealing with stress, marital and relationship issues, or you need premarital counselling, grief/loss, low self esteem, EAP, family issues, trauma/abuse, group sessions, helping Christians who need spiritual guidance, or any other challenges, helping you find confidence, clarity, balance. Together, we’ll create practical strategies to help you feel more grounded and empowered in your daily life.
Are you looking for someone to truly listen and help you grow and find meaning in life. Enlightening Counselling provide a supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and goals without fear of judgment.
Whether you’re dealing with stress, marital and relationship issues, or you need premarital counselling, grief/loss, low self esteem, EAP, family issues, trauma/abuse, group sessions, helping Christians who need spiritual guidance, or any other challenges, helping you find confidence, clarity, balance. Together, we’ll create practical strategies to help you feel more grounded and empowered in your daily life.

Whether you're struggling to navigate difficult life circumstances, or feeling like you're ready to take action and make positive life changes, finding someone to support and guide you is a healthy and courageous step.
Whether you're struggling to navigate difficult life circumstances, or feeling like you're ready to take action and make positive life changes, finding someone to support and guide you is a healthy and courageous step.

If you are struggling to stop a pattern of behaviour which is creating problems for yourself or others, be it addiction or any other self-destructive habits or behaviours then I can help you. I can also assist in helping you develop better habits and ways of thinking which can improve your quality of life, performance and happiness.
If you are struggling to stop a pattern of behaviour which is creating problems for yourself or others, be it addiction or any other self-destructive habits or behaviours then I can help you. I can also assist in helping you develop better habits and ways of thinking which can improve your quality of life, performance and happiness.

Drama therapy is an embodied practice that is active and experiential. I have a person-centred approach: radical acceptance, unconditional positive regard with a non-directive stance. I strive to work with the healthy resilience of the individual or group, creating a sense of safety in the present so that personal challenges can be explored in a contained way. Whilst creativity is the foundation for curiosity and expression, the sessions are client led focusing on their preferred mode of expression. The work (with children and adults) is trauma informed and diversity sensitive. Restoring and encouraging agency is ever present
Drama therapy is an embodied practice that is active and experiential. I have a person-centred approach: radical acceptance, unconditional positive regard with a non-directive stance. I strive to work with the healthy resilience of the individual or group, creating a sense of safety in the present so that personal challenges can be explored in a contained way. Whilst creativity is the foundation for curiosity and expression, the sessions are client led focusing on their preferred mode of expression. The work (with children and adults) is trauma informed and diversity sensitive. Restoring and encouraging agency is ever present

I am a dedicated social worker in private practice based in Gqeberha, specializing in bereavement, behavioral challenges, and emotional well-being. I provide counseling and coaching services to both adults and teenagers, with a strong passion for guiding teenagers as they navigate and overcome behavioral challenges.
I am a dedicated social worker in private practice based in Gqeberha, specializing in bereavement, behavioral challenges, and emotional well-being. I provide counseling and coaching services to both adults and teenagers, with a strong passion for guiding teenagers as they navigate and overcome behavioral challenges.

Hi prospective Client . I am Sharmilah. As you contemplate which option towards healing and recovery, let me congratulate you on taking the FIRST Step towards healing.
Hi prospective Client . I am Sharmilah. As you contemplate which option towards healing and recovery, let me congratulate you on taking the FIRST Step towards healing.

The foundation of my therapeutic approach is rooted in mindfulness and a deep understanding of how the nervous system responds to overwhelming or traumatic experiences. By fostering physiological safety and co-regulation, we can support your healing journey. Chronic anxiety and depression often leave us feeling disconnected, stuck in survival mode, and lacking purpose. What sets my approach apart is its foundation in trauma-informed modalities, compassion-based practices, and high-performance psychology, offering you a holistic and comprehensive path to mental health and well-being.
The foundation of my therapeutic approach is rooted in mindfulness and a deep understanding of how the nervous system responds to overwhelming or traumatic experiences. By fostering physiological safety and co-regulation, we can support your healing journey. Chronic anxiety and depression often leave us feeling disconnected, stuck in survival mode, and lacking purpose. What sets my approach apart is its foundation in trauma-informed modalities, compassion-based practices, and high-performance psychology, offering you a holistic and comprehensive path to mental health and well-being.

Hi! I'm Caitlin. I'm a Specialist Wellness Counsellor with a background in teaching and business. My passion is working with all people, particularly women, to unlock richness, joy and contentment in their lives. I also love working with couples to help them reconnect to each other, and, to themselves within their relationship. Young adults feeling at a loss of where to go next (been there!) is also one of my special areas of interest. People often seek counselling when they're feeling afloat and untethered. In my sessions, I work with people to support them in re-tethering to themselves and finding their own strength and power.
Hi! I'm Caitlin. I'm a Specialist Wellness Counsellor with a background in teaching and business. My passion is working with all people, particularly women, to unlock richness, joy and contentment in their lives. I also love working with couples to help them reconnect to each other, and, to themselves within their relationship. Young adults feeling at a loss of where to go next (been there!) is also one of my special areas of interest. People often seek counselling when they're feeling afloat and untethered. In my sessions, I work with people to support them in re-tethering to themselves and finding their own strength and power.

Christianne Jones-Sibanda
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Claremont 7708
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'm a strengths-based clinician. Because of life's challenges, we sometimes neglect our personal strengths and focus on our deficits or weaknesses, resulting in a life devoid of meaning and purpose. In therapy, I collaborate with my clients to identify their unique strengths and challenge them to utilize these attributes both in their intra and interpersonal relationships. Our signature strengths can shift our thinking and behaviour from a mental health state of languish to a state of flourish and wellness.
I'm a strengths-based clinician. Because of life's challenges, we sometimes neglect our personal strengths and focus on our deficits or weaknesses, resulting in a life devoid of meaning and purpose. In therapy, I collaborate with my clients to identify their unique strengths and challenge them to utilize these attributes both in their intra and interpersonal relationships. Our signature strengths can shift our thinking and behaviour from a mental health state of languish to a state of flourish and wellness.

Gerda Kriel is a Clinical Psychologist with experience in both private and public sector. She has a special interest in working with infant and maternal mental health challenges, an also sees clients who struggle with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, PTSD or phase-of-life-challenges. She views therapy as a collaborative partnership in which both therapist and client join hands in developing the changes the client seeks. Her approach is informed by Narrative therapy, but she also works in more structured modalities such as Eye movement integration and Resource therapy for clients with trauma.
Gerda Kriel is a Clinical Psychologist with experience in both private and public sector. She has a special interest in working with infant and maternal mental health challenges, an also sees clients who struggle with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, PTSD or phase-of-life-challenges. She views therapy as a collaborative partnership in which both therapist and client join hands in developing the changes the client seeks. Her approach is informed by Narrative therapy, but she also works in more structured modalities such as Eye movement integration and Resource therapy for clients with trauma.

I aim to enable men and women to thrive by becoming the best version of themselves. The process addresses trauma, anger, stress and anxiety within themselves and their relationships through emotional awareness and practical interventions. During the sessions, I strive to enable my clients to experience physical and emotional relief from stress, anxiety and embodied trauma.
I aim to enable men and women to thrive by becoming the best version of themselves. The process addresses trauma, anger, stress and anxiety within themselves and their relationships through emotional awareness and practical interventions. During the sessions, I strive to enable my clients to experience physical and emotional relief from stress, anxiety and embodied trauma.

I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy to adult individuals who crave change, possess a curiosity towards their inner world, and who seek insight and emotional expression. I tend to work with those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, 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 also offer BWRT as a shorter-term therapy and am trained in Levels 1 and 2.
I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy to adult individuals who crave change, possess a curiosity towards their inner world, and who seek insight and emotional expression. I tend to work with those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, 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 also offer BWRT as a shorter-term therapy and am trained in Levels 1 and 2.

Life can feel overwhelming, and finding your way through it can seem like a challenge. If you're looking for a compassionate, supportive space to gain clarity and direction, I’m here to navigate that journey with you. Together, we can explore what’s holding you back and uncover a path forward—one that leads to healing, growth, and sustainable improvement.
Life can feel overwhelming, and finding your way through it can seem like a challenge. If you're looking for a compassionate, supportive space to gain clarity and direction, I’m here to navigate that journey with you. Together, we can explore what’s holding you back and uncover a path forward—one that leads to healing, growth, and sustainable improvement.
Having worked with people of all ages in the States and South Africa, and now globally, I am confident that we can find a good pace and work towards your desired outcome.
Having worked with people of all ages in the States and South Africa, and now globally, I am confident that we can find a good pace and work towards your desired outcome.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Marina Da Gama
< 10
Counsellors in Marina Da Gama who prioritize treating:
80% | Relationship Issues |
80% | Anxiety |
80% | Trauma and PTSD |
80% | Coping Skills |
80% | Self Esteem |
80% | Stress |
60% | Depression |
Average years in practice
5 Years
Gender breakdown
100% | Female |
How Counsellors in Marina Da Gama see their clients
80% | In Person and Online | |
20% | Online Only |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Marina Da Gama?
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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.