Attachment-based Therapists in Mowbray

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Lezani Myburgh
Psychologist, MSc, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Mowbray 7700
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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Beulah Marks
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Life presents us all with challenges. You may be entering a new phase in your life. You may see repeated patterns that negatively impact you, your work and your relationships. Perhaps global crises have left you contemplating your identity and seeking meaning and purpose in your place in the world. You wish to make sense of the intersectional influences of belief, race, class or other systems and the accompanying feelings these evoke. However much (or little) you desire a change or a fresh perspective on life, it's natural to want someone to help you navigate the discomfort and achieve your goals.
Life presents us all with challenges. You may be entering a new phase in your life. You may see repeated patterns that negatively impact you, your work and your relationships. Perhaps global crises have left you contemplating your identity and seeking meaning and purpose in your place in the world. You wish to make sense of the intersectional influences of belief, race, class or other systems and the accompanying feelings these evoke. However much (or little) you desire a change or a fresh perspective on life, it's natural to want someone to help you navigate the discomfort and achieve your goals.
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Natasha Nel
General Counsellor, MA, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer a space where you can meet yourself with kindness and curiosity. Many of us carry experiences of shame, self-judgement, grief, or a general sense of dissatisfaction. At the same time, there is often a deep longing to live a fulfilling and authentic life, and to experience meaningful connection with others. In my practice, I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship challenges. Others come to counselling with a desire to better understand themselves and to grow into a fuller, more aligned version of who they are. Whatever brings you here, you are welcome.
I offer a space where you can meet yourself with kindness and curiosity. Many of us carry experiences of shame, self-judgement, grief, or a general sense of dissatisfaction. At the same time, there is often a deep longing to live a fulfilling and authentic life, and to experience meaningful connection with others. In my practice, I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship challenges. Others come to counselling with a desire to better understand themselves and to grow into a fuller, more aligned version of who they are. Whatever brings you here, you are welcome.
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Paul Brusser
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer an open-hearted and authentic connection to clients. We are all human. I am here as a confidant and facilitator to explore and face the challenges of being alive.
I offer an open-hearted and authentic connection to clients. We are all human. I am here as a confidant and facilitator to explore and face the challenges of being alive.
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Mohamed Rawoot
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
As a clinical psychologist practicing in Cape Town, I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey, and I work alongside my clients to help them develop the tools and insights needed to navigate life's challenges and achieve their personal goals.
As a clinical psychologist practicing in Cape Town, I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey, and I work alongside my clients to help them develop the tools and insights needed to navigate life's challenges and achieve their personal goals.
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Sam Smith Counselling
General Counsellor, MSc
6 Endorsed
Feeling uncertain or apprehensive about seeing a professional? That is completely normal. Please know that you have nothing to fear, as I will ensure you feel as comfortable as possible and that this experience is a stress-free one (life is stressful enough!). Our sessions will both challenge and support your mental growth and journey to attain some sense of normal. Allow me to guide you as you face the overwhelming storms of life. You will look back after a few sessions and not understand why you were so worried about starting counselling with me. I look forward to working with you. Reach out today.
Feeling uncertain or apprehensive about seeing a professional? That is completely normal. Please know that you have nothing to fear, as I will ensure you feel as comfortable as possible and that this experience is a stress-free one (life is stressful enough!). Our sessions will both challenge and support your mental growth and journey to attain some sense of normal. Allow me to guide you as you face the overwhelming storms of life. You will look back after a few sessions and not understand why you were so worried about starting counselling with me. I look forward to working with you. Reach out today.
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Josephine Conde
Registered Counsellor
3 Endorsed
Goodwood 7460
I believe that meaningful change begins in a space where you feel safe, heard, and understood. As an HPCSA-Registered Counsellor, I work alongside individuals and couples who are navigating life transitions, crises, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, or perhaps a sense of feeling stuck.
I believe that meaningful change begins in a space where you feel safe, heard, and understood. As an HPCSA-Registered Counsellor, I work alongside individuals and couples who are navigating life transitions, crises, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, or perhaps a sense of feeling stuck.
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Elanie van Zyl
Registered Counsellor
1 Endorsed
I am a registered counsellor with a special focus on supporting individuals and/or families through trauma, loss, grief and other life transitions and challenges. This is a grace-filled space where light is invited into even the most tender places, allowing restoration to unfold at its own pace. Together, we explore new pathways toward connection, resilience, and a deeper sense of wholeness. everyone deserves the opportunity to grow and add to their toolbox through professional support. "Grace meets us where we are, but it doesn’t leave us where it found us." Bob Goff
I am a registered counsellor with a special focus on supporting individuals and/or families through trauma, loss, grief and other life transitions and challenges. This is a grace-filled space where light is invited into even the most tender places, allowing restoration to unfold at its own pace. Together, we explore new pathways toward connection, resilience, and a deeper sense of wholeness. everyone deserves the opportunity to grow and add to their toolbox through professional support. "Grace meets us where we are, but it doesn’t leave us where it found us." Bob Goff
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Jodie Oliphant
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
Online Only
Hello, I'm Jodie! You might be coping on the outside while feeling overwhelmed on the inside. Life can feel heavy, uncertain or demanding and it can be difficult to make sense of everything being carried, especially when expectations continue to pile up. Anxiety, low mood, stress, grief, or significant life changes such as shifts in relationships, work, identity, or relocating can quietly add to this sense of strain. What is often needed is a space to slow down, speak openly, and feel understood without judgement, alongside support that helps bring clarity, steadiness, and a clearer way forward.
Hello, I'm Jodie! You might be coping on the outside while feeling overwhelmed on the inside. Life can feel heavy, uncertain or demanding and it can be difficult to make sense of everything being carried, especially when expectations continue to pile up. Anxiety, low mood, stress, grief, or significant life changes such as shifts in relationships, work, identity, or relocating can quietly add to this sense of strain. What is often needed is a space to slow down, speak openly, and feel understood without judgement, alongside support that helps bring clarity, steadiness, and a clearer way forward.
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Victoria Schwulst
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
4 Endorsed
Whatever you're carrying right now, it's real, it's valid, and you don't have to carry it alone anymore. Maybe it's grief, anxiety, heartbreak, change, or the weight of a life that feels like it's moving too fast. Maybe you've lost touch with yourself somewhere along the way and aren't sure how to find your way back. Maybe you just need someone in your corner who genuinely cares. I aim to offer a space where you can show up exactly as you are; messy thoughts, big emotions, and all. Whether we meet in person at my practice in Cape Town, or Online, my goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and supported.
Whatever you're carrying right now, it's real, it's valid, and you don't have to carry it alone anymore. Maybe it's grief, anxiety, heartbreak, change, or the weight of a life that feels like it's moving too fast. Maybe you've lost touch with yourself somewhere along the way and aren't sure how to find your way back. Maybe you just need someone in your corner who genuinely cares. I aim to offer a space where you can show up exactly as you are; messy thoughts, big emotions, and all. Whether we meet in person at my practice in Cape Town, or Online, my goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and supported.
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Tess Tambourlas
General Counsellor
Hout Bay 7806
I’m a therapist and relationship specialist working with individuals, couples, families and teams to improve how people relate, communicate, navigate conflict, and function under pressure. At the core of my work is a simple focus: noticing nervous system dysregulation, through thought (mind), body (somatic awareness), feeling (emotions) & automatic reactions. I support individuals & couples in breaking unhelpful patterns to rebuild connection, tenderness and find the tools to communicate more effectively. We learn who we are through the mirror of the other in all our relationships. The first one is to ourselves.
I’m a therapist and relationship specialist working with individuals, couples, families and teams to improve how people relate, communicate, navigate conflict, and function under pressure. At the core of my work is a simple focus: noticing nervous system dysregulation, through thought (mind), body (somatic awareness), feeling (emotions) & automatic reactions. I support individuals & couples in breaking unhelpful patterns to rebuild connection, tenderness and find the tools to communicate more effectively. We learn who we are through the mirror of the other in all our relationships. The first one is to ourselves.
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Thandokazi Dyubele
Social Worker, SACSSP
1 Endorsed
The state of your mental health matters the most as it governs and impact your entire functionality. Do you find yourself battling with defeating thoughts and feeling of unworthiness? Have you ever wished to sleep and not wake up and that your life seems useless and make no sense? Do you perhaps feel stagnant right now and nothing seems to be progressing in your life? Complicated relationships and family issues as well that maybe pulling you down? Did you end up unwinding with a glass of wine or smoke that turned to be addictive? It's high time you find alternative solutions and best coping mechanism to these life challenges.
The state of your mental health matters the most as it governs and impact your entire functionality. Do you find yourself battling with defeating thoughts and feeling of unworthiness? Have you ever wished to sleep and not wake up and that your life seems useless and make no sense? Do you perhaps feel stagnant right now and nothing seems to be progressing in your life? Complicated relationships and family issues as well that maybe pulling you down? Did you end up unwinding with a glass of wine or smoke that turned to be addictive? It's high time you find alternative solutions and best coping mechanism to these life challenges.
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Michael Raven
Verified Verified
I work with a wide variety of clients that may benefit from a creative and accessible approach to therapy. Those wanting to access a life of vitality, focus and creative flow (how ever challenging that may seem), seeking new ways of understanding and expressing themselves, may benefit especially.
I work with a wide variety of clients that may benefit from a creative and accessible approach to therapy. Those wanting to access a life of vitality, focus and creative flow (how ever challenging that may seem), seeking new ways of understanding and expressing themselves, may benefit especially.
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Marjaanah Motala
General Counsellor, MSc, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome! As a woman, I get how complex life can be. My aim is to provide quality, affordable, and flexible sessions for all women. I work best with those who are ready to invest in themselves and their mental health, explore different avenues of healing, have difficult conversations, and take meaningful steps toward lasting change. Healing isn’t always easy; it takes strength, vulnerability, and commitment. But, together, it can be a beautiful experience. I adopt a gentle but structured and guided approach by using exercises and personalized resources to support your unique journey, leading to a healthier and happier you.
Welcome! As a woman, I get how complex life can be. My aim is to provide quality, affordable, and flexible sessions for all women. I work best with those who are ready to invest in themselves and their mental health, explore different avenues of healing, have difficult conversations, and take meaningful steps toward lasting change. Healing isn’t always easy; it takes strength, vulnerability, and commitment. But, together, it can be a beautiful experience. I adopt a gentle but structured and guided approach by using exercises and personalized resources to support your unique journey, leading to a healthier and happier you.
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Danielle Meyer
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Panorama 7500
Life may leave you feeling overwhelmed and stressed. If you find yourself in the middle of a life-transition, crisis or experiencing symptoms of anxiety or depression, I can help you navigate through that process. I offer a safe space to work through these issues, ultimately leading to a positive and renewed outlook on life, personal growth and healthy relationships.
Life may leave you feeling overwhelmed and stressed. If you find yourself in the middle of a life-transition, crisis or experiencing symptoms of anxiety or depression, I can help you navigate through that process. I offer a safe space to work through these issues, ultimately leading to a positive and renewed outlook on life, personal growth and healthy relationships.
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Zelde Botha
Registered Counsellor
I typically work with children struggling with anxiety, grief, the impact of divorce, and emotional outbursts. Many are brought to me for frequent meltdowns, anger, withdrawal, sleep difficulties, school refusal, loss of confidence, or sudden changes in behaviour at home or in the classroom. I also support children whose relationship with their parent has become strained. These are some of the more common reasons families seek support, but I work with a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and developmental challenges. Parents come to me when they feel stuck and want clear, practical guidance to help their child cope better.
I typically work with children struggling with anxiety, grief, the impact of divorce, and emotional outbursts. Many are brought to me for frequent meltdowns, anger, withdrawal, sleep difficulties, school refusal, loss of confidence, or sudden changes in behaviour at home or in the classroom. I also support children whose relationship with their parent has become strained. These are some of the more common reasons families seek support, but I work with a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and developmental challenges. Parents come to me when they feel stuck and want clear, practical guidance to help their child cope better.
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Palesa Monkhe
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
Welcome. I’m Palesa Monkhe, a registered Counselling Psychologist. I work with adolescents and adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally burdened by anxiety, depression, burnout, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, or life transitions. You may be carrying work stress, questions of identity, recovery from addiction, or the weight of social and systemic pressures, and longing to feel steadier and understood. I offer a compassionate, relational space where you are met with care, dignity, and support as you move toward a more meaningful, fulfilling life that allows you to thrive.
Welcome. I’m Palesa Monkhe, a registered Counselling Psychologist. I work with adolescents and adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally burdened by anxiety, depression, burnout, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, or life transitions. You may be carrying work stress, questions of identity, recovery from addiction, or the weight of social and systemic pressures, and longing to feel steadier and understood. I offer a compassionate, relational space where you are met with care, dignity, and support as you move toward a more meaningful, fulfilling life that allows you to thrive.
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Mokgadi Elizabeth Kekae Moletsane
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Prof Mokgadi Kekae Moletsane is the founder of Psychological Services and Wellbeing Services. The company provides Psycho-legal / Medico legal expertise and other Psychological and counselling services. It has Educational, Clinical, Industrial, Counselling Psychologists, Therapists and Learning support professionals. We also provide the Employee Wellness and Assistance Programmes services to employees. The services includes, Comprehensive Psycho Legal / Medico-Legal expertise, such as road accidents, medical negligence, custody matters and work place injuries, Psycho educational assessment, diagnosis and intervention and referrals.
Prof Mokgadi Kekae Moletsane is the founder of Psychological Services and Wellbeing Services. The company provides Psycho-legal / Medico legal expertise and other Psychological and counselling services. It has Educational, Clinical, Industrial, Counselling Psychologists, Therapists and Learning support professionals. We also provide the Employee Wellness and Assistance Programmes services to employees. The services includes, Comprehensive Psycho Legal / Medico-Legal expertise, such as road accidents, medical negligence, custody matters and work place injuries, Psycho educational assessment, diagnosis and intervention and referrals.
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Nozuko Anthea Dlodlo
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
Online Only
Hi, my name is Nozuko Dlodlo. I am specialist wellness counselor. Thank you for visiting this page. If you feel overwhelmed, burnt out, finding difficulty in making decisions, then this is the right space for you. I support individuals and families who are struggling with issues such as internal conflicts, low mood, life sudden changes, grief, anxious feelings, family issues, couples or marriage counselling and suicidal thoughts. I provide a welcoming and non-judgemental space where feelings can be explored in a safe space. I exercise extreme empathy as individuals navigate these feelings.
Hi, my name is Nozuko Dlodlo. I am specialist wellness counselor. Thank you for visiting this page. If you feel overwhelmed, burnt out, finding difficulty in making decisions, then this is the right space for you. I support individuals and families who are struggling with issues such as internal conflicts, low mood, life sudden changes, grief, anxious feelings, family issues, couples or marriage counselling and suicidal thoughts. I provide a welcoming and non-judgemental space where feelings can be explored in a safe space. I exercise extreme empathy as individuals navigate these feelings.
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Bronwyn Pepperell
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
2 Endorsed
As a registered counsellor based in the Helderberg area, I offer a compassionate, grounded space where clients can feel truly seen and heard. My work is shaped not only by professional training but also by real-life experience, which has deepened my understanding of the complexities, resilience, and vulnerability that are part of being human. I have worked across a variety of settings, including hospitals and schools, and with individuals at different stages of life. My experience includes supporting children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families through a wide range of emotional, relational, and life challenges.
As a registered counsellor based in the Helderberg area, I offer a compassionate, grounded space where clients can feel truly seen and heard. My work is shaped not only by professional training but also by real-life experience, which has deepened my understanding of the complexities, resilience, and vulnerability that are part of being human. I have worked across a variety of settings, including hospitals and schools, and with individuals at different stages of life. My experience includes supporting children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families through a wide range of emotional, relational, and life challenges.
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Attachment-based Counsellors
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioural Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.