Imago Therapists in Mowbray

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Lorna van Besouw
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a Registered Counsellor, in private practice. I love to get alongside clients struggling with personal or relationship issues and who need a safe space in which to unpack and process the "hard stuff". In my own life I have dealt with infertility, adoption, divorce and bereavement, and the need to reinvent myself as a single mother. We often encounter seemingly insurmountable roadblocks in life, but with support in unpacking and reframing issues, a positive way ahead can usually be found. My Christian faith is important to me, but I am happy to work with clients of other faiths.
I am a Registered Counsellor, in private practice. I love to get alongside clients struggling with personal or relationship issues and who need a safe space in which to unpack and process the "hard stuff". In my own life I have dealt with infertility, adoption, divorce and bereavement, and the need to reinvent myself as a single mother. We often encounter seemingly insurmountable roadblocks in life, but with support in unpacking and reframing issues, a positive way ahead can usually be found. My Christian faith is important to me, but I am happy to work with clients of other faiths.
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Solace Counselling Services
General Counsellor
Serves Area
People can feel overwhelmed at times by the daily stress of life and problems can seem insurmountable. Speaking to a trained Counsellor like me can help you overcome life's challenges and help you make positive changes in your life and relationships.
People can feel overwhelmed at times by the daily stress of life and problems can seem insurmountable. Speaking to a trained Counsellor like me can help you overcome life's challenges and help you make positive changes in your life and relationships.
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Sasha Talia Counselling
General Counsellor
Serves Area
Looking for life changing counselling? Welcome to Sasha Talia Counselling. We are committed to transforming how mental health is experienced, creating a safe space for healing and transformation.
Looking for life changing counselling? Welcome to Sasha Talia Counselling. We are committed to transforming how mental health is experienced, creating a safe space for healing and transformation.
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Diederi Kruger
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Strand 7139
There are times in life when seeing a therapist can be beneficial, whether you are struggling with academic challenges, have recently experienced a traumatic loss or significant life change, or are dealing with problems related to your family, work, or managing stress. You don't need an excuse to see a therapist - if there are issues in your life that you want to discuss, or you're simply feeling down, seeing a therapist can help, even if it's on a short-term basis. I have been a therapist for more than 25 years. I have a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology and specialize in sexual abuse - adolescents and adults welcomed.
There are times in life when seeing a therapist can be beneficial, whether you are struggling with academic challenges, have recently experienced a traumatic loss or significant life change, or are dealing with problems related to your family, work, or managing stress. You don't need an excuse to see a therapist - if there are issues in your life that you want to discuss, or you're simply feeling down, seeing a therapist can help, even if it's on a short-term basis. I have been a therapist for more than 25 years. I have a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology and specialize in sexual abuse - adolescents and adults welcomed.
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Dr. Johrine Cronjé
Registered Counsellor, PhD, HPCSA - Counsellor
Online Only
A compassionate therapist, who understands that one of the most difficult and longest journeys in life, is from the head to the heart. In my practice, I work with individuals from all walks of life and all developmental phases. I work with trauma, addiction & relapse, family restructuring & parenting, marriage & life phase adjustment, psychological distress & behavioural adjustment etc. As a scientist I root my practice and therapy in evidence based practice and I am continuously learning new techniques to serve my patients best. I am available ONLINE to gently journey with you to wholeness and wholehearted living. Bon Voyage!
A compassionate therapist, who understands that one of the most difficult and longest journeys in life, is from the head to the heart. In my practice, I work with individuals from all walks of life and all developmental phases. I work with trauma, addiction & relapse, family restructuring & parenting, marriage & life phase adjustment, psychological distress & behavioural adjustment etc. As a scientist I root my practice and therapy in evidence based practice and I am continuously learning new techniques to serve my patients best. I am available ONLINE to gently journey with you to wholeness and wholehearted living. Bon Voyage!
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JP Theron Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
I offer a reflective space and collaborate relationship for individuals, couples and families who are willing to engage in a process to better understand and think about their emotional and inner lives. Goals therefore does not only include symptom reduction, but longer term understanding and change.
I offer a reflective space and collaborate relationship for individuals, couples and families who are willing to engage in a process to better understand and think about their emotional and inner lives. Goals therefore does not only include symptom reduction, but longer term understanding and change.
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Greer Salt
Registered Counsellor, MA, HPCSA - Counsellor
Online Only
I am an experienced registered psychological counsellor (PRC0021849 HPCSA) in private practice. I currently consult online only. I see individuals and couples. My focus includes grief and trauma counselling, couples counselling, general supportive psychological counselling, psycho-education, and appropriate referral should this be necessary. I am also a trained BWRT (BrainWorking Recursive Therapy) Level 1 practitioner. I use an integrative approach drawing on person-centred, attachment and Jungian therapy.
I am an experienced registered psychological counsellor (PRC0021849 HPCSA) in private practice. I currently consult online only. I see individuals and couples. My focus includes grief and trauma counselling, couples counselling, general supportive psychological counselling, psycho-education, and appropriate referral should this be necessary. I am also a trained BWRT (BrainWorking Recursive Therapy) Level 1 practitioner. I use an integrative approach drawing on person-centred, attachment and Jungian therapy.
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Cebokazi Ngcakani-Mtati
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Claremont 7708
I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience working with teenagers and adults to address a wide range of psychological challenges. My primary focus is on helping individuals navigate and recover from trauma, including post-traumatic stress, anxiety, and emotional distress. Whether working with adolescents navigating complex life transitions or adults seeking to process past experiences, I am committed to helping my clients achieve emotional well-being and long-term success.
I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience working with teenagers and adults to address a wide range of psychological challenges. My primary focus is on helping individuals navigate and recover from trauma, including post-traumatic stress, anxiety, and emotional distress. Whether working with adolescents navigating complex life transitions or adults seeking to process past experiences, I am committed to helping my clients achieve emotional well-being and long-term success.
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Cape Town Psychologists
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Sea Point 8005
At Cape Town Psychologists, we strive to provide world-class psychological support and care. Are you having difficulty surviving a crisis? Are you riding an emotional roller-coaster? Are you struggling with intense or erratic emotions? Phobias? Hopelessness? Addictions? We are a team of responsible practitioners who want to help you be the best person you can be. Our Team consists of a clinical psychologists, counselling psychologists, registered counsellors, and a clinical social worker. We offer a diverse range of services including individual and group therapy and psychometric assessments.
At Cape Town Psychologists, we strive to provide world-class psychological support and care. Are you having difficulty surviving a crisis? Are you riding an emotional roller-coaster? Are you struggling with intense or erratic emotions? Phobias? Hopelessness? Addictions? We are a team of responsible practitioners who want to help you be the best person you can be. Our Team consists of a clinical psychologists, counselling psychologists, registered counsellors, and a clinical social worker. We offer a diverse range of services including individual and group therapy and psychometric assessments.
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Sumarie Engelbrecht
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Embrace empowerment on your journey to healing. Unwavering support for navigating life’s complexities and traumas. Feeling stuck and indecisive in life? Struggling to express your emotions freely? Overwhelmed by life's challenges? You do not have to face these challenges alone. Find your safe space paired with action-based counselling that creates a real-life impact.
Embrace empowerment on your journey to healing. Unwavering support for navigating life’s complexities and traumas. Feeling stuck and indecisive in life? Struggling to express your emotions freely? Overwhelmed by life's challenges? You do not have to face these challenges alone. Find your safe space paired with action-based counselling that creates a real-life impact.
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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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Terri Harford
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Serves Area
I work with couples, individual adults, families and teens – navigating anxiety, stress, transitions, identity, low mood, life challenges, mental health conditions, and/or emotional exhaustion. With couples, I focus on communication, emotional safety, power dynamics, intimacy, and conflict patterns – helping partners move from reactivity to reconnection. In family and teen work, I create space for each voice to be heard, supporting healthier boundaries, emotional regulation, communication skills, and trust during often challenging developmental stages. With individuals, I assess their unique history and potential for transformation.
I work with couples, individual adults, families and teens – navigating anxiety, stress, transitions, identity, low mood, life challenges, mental health conditions, and/or emotional exhaustion. With couples, I focus on communication, emotional safety, power dynamics, intimacy, and conflict patterns – helping partners move from reactivity to reconnection. In family and teen work, I create space for each voice to be heard, supporting healthier boundaries, emotional regulation, communication skills, and trust during often challenging developmental stages. With individuals, I assess their unique history and potential for transformation.
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Jody De Reuck
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Gardens 8001
My ideal client is anybody who has suffered with a mental health issue such as, depression, anxiety, eating disorder, trauma, difficulties with a relationship or a desire to truly self actualize. This client is truly fed up and ready to heal or doesn't want to waste time just growing in awareness, but truly wants to see shifts in patterns of behavior and thinking.
My ideal client is anybody who has suffered with a mental health issue such as, depression, anxiety, eating disorder, trauma, difficulties with a relationship or a desire to truly self actualize. This client is truly fed up and ready to heal or doesn't want to waste time just growing in awareness, but truly wants to see shifts in patterns of behavior and thinking.
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Photo of Annelien Jessy Van der Mescht - Annelien Counselling and Integrated psychotherapy , General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
At Annelien Counselling and Integrated Psychotherapy our aim is to help you overcome problems that are causing emotional pain such as but not limited to, depression, bipolar mood disorder, loss and bereavement anxiety, grief, anger, psychosomatic concerns, trauma and day to day stress, eating disorder and relationship difficulties, work difficulties, separation issues, loneliness, behavioural problems and addiction, various forms of abuse and personal emotional growth and development.
At Annelien Counselling and Integrated Psychotherapy our aim is to help you overcome problems that are causing emotional pain such as but not limited to, depression, bipolar mood disorder, loss and bereavement anxiety, grief, anger, psychosomatic concerns, trauma and day to day stress, eating disorder and relationship difficulties, work difficulties, separation issues, loneliness, behavioural problems and addiction, various forms of abuse and personal emotional growth and development.
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Kerryn Korff
Verified Verified
Online Only
You may be feeling stuck in old patterns, in pain, or in relationships that no longer feel safe or fulfilling. Maybe you're carrying anxiety, trauma, or a sense of disconnection from yourself or others. You want clarity, healthier boundaries, and a deeper sense of purpose. Whether you're facing personal challenges, navigating big life transitions, or wanting to reconnect with who you are, I offer a space where you can feel seen, supported, and gently empowered to move forward.
You may be feeling stuck in old patterns, in pain, or in relationships that no longer feel safe or fulfilling. Maybe you're carrying anxiety, trauma, or a sense of disconnection from yourself or others. You want clarity, healthier boundaries, and a deeper sense of purpose. Whether you're facing personal challenges, navigating big life transitions, or wanting to reconnect with who you are, I offer a space where you can feel seen, supported, and gently empowered to move forward.
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Lisa Bubear-Craemer
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
2 Endorsed
I am an Individual and Couples Counsellor, a Specialist Wellness Counsellor and a Certified Imago Professional Facilitator.
My areas of specialty include (but are not limited to) Premarital counselling, Marriage and Relationship Counselling and Individual Counselling – issues relating to infidelity, trust, separation, divorce, parenting, co-parenting, family dynamics, anger management, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, intimacy and sex, loss of motivation, lack of goals, etc.
I am an Individual and Couples Counsellor, a Specialist Wellness Counsellor and a Certified Imago Professional Facilitator.
My areas of specialty include (but are not limited to) Premarital counselling, Marriage and Relationship Counselling and Individual Counselling – issues relating to infidelity, trust, separation, divorce, parenting, co-parenting, family dynamics, anger management, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, intimacy and sex, loss of motivation, lack of goals, etc.
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Aluta Ngantweni
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
I am a clinical psychologist who combines both Western and Traditional Healing methods. At the heart of my therapeutic approach is ubunt "humanness". I have a special interest in African Indegenous Knowledge system and how it is applied to improve health and well-being. Therapy is adjusted to suit the individual's need with specific to gender, age, cultural background, identity, etc. I mainly focus on GBV, couples, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Relationship, and cultural presentations.
I am a clinical psychologist who combines both Western and Traditional Healing methods. At the heart of my therapeutic approach is ubunt "humanness". I have a special interest in African Indegenous Knowledge system and how it is applied to improve health and well-being. Therapy is adjusted to suit the individual's need with specific to gender, age, cultural background, identity, etc. I mainly focus on GBV, couples, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Relationship, and cultural presentations.
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Judd Viljoen
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Gardens 8001
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.
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Arnfried Klein-Werner
General Counsellor
The pain of continued relational conflict, that just never seems to be resolved can eat at your soul, leaving you feeling alone and exhausted. The desire to have your partner know your pain and see your hurt is what you long for. Whether the pain has been caused by them, or whether you suffer from the pain of abuse at the hands of caregivers or others in your childhood, you want someone to know and understand what you are going through. You want the pain to stop and become free and whole. Sometimes you just wish you could run away.
The pain of continued relational conflict, that just never seems to be resolved can eat at your soul, leaving you feeling alone and exhausted. The desire to have your partner know your pain and see your hurt is what you long for. Whether the pain has been caused by them, or whether you suffer from the pain of abuse at the hands of caregivers or others in your childhood, you want someone to know and understand what you are going through. You want the pain to stop and become free and whole. Sometimes you just wish you could run away.
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Sara Ozhekh
Registered Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Sea Point 8005
My approach is holistic and integrative, drawing on Internal Family Systems (IFS), Imago, somatic, and trauma-informed work.
You may be struggling in relationships, finding it hard to regulate your emotions, or feeling the ongoing impact of past experiences. You might notice yourself getting triggered, shutting down, or reacting in ways that don’t reflect who you want to be—even when you understand what’s happening. Therapy offers a space to slow things down, make sense of these patterns, and begin shifting them in a way that feels meaningful and lasting.
My approach is holistic and integrative, drawing on Internal Family Systems (IFS), Imago, somatic, and trauma-informed work.
You may be struggling in relationships, finding it hard to regulate your emotions, or feeling the ongoing impact of past experiences. You might notice yourself getting triggered, shutting down, or reacting in ways that don’t reflect who you want to be—even when you understand what’s happening. Therapy offers a space to slow things down, make sense of these patterns, and begin shifting them in a way that feels meaningful and lasting.
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Imago Counsellors
How does Imago therapy work?
Imago relationship therapy is a form of couples counseling meant to help partners address conflict, communication problems, and related issues. Imago sessions typically involve couples sitting facing each other and participating in guided conversations. Therapy will also involve exercises such as re-imagining one’s partner as a wounded child; re-romanticising a relationship through appreciation, surprises, and even gift-giving and restructuring frustrations by transforming complaints into requests. The ultimate goal is to re-envision the relationship as a source of safety and happiness.

What is the Imago method?
A core technique of Imago therapy is the Imago dialogue, in which partners learn to avoid hurtful statements and establish ways to interact based on each having equal space and power. In the dialogue, partners take turns as the “sender,” who shares their thoughts, and the “receiver.” The receiver is asked to “mirror,” or paraphrase, what their partner has said, without response or rebuttal, and then validate their statements, acknowledging understanding even if they do not personally agree with it. Finally, the receiver displays empathy by stating what they imagine the other is feeling, and showing appreciation for it.

How long does Imago therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for Imago therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core techniques of Imago coaching, some couples quickly make progress, but most should expect sessions to extend for months, encompassing at least 12 to 20 sessions, along with extensive “homework” from their therapist.

Does Imago therapy work?
There is limited empirical evidence to support the benefits of Imago therapy, but some smaller studies suggest that it does help couples, at least in the short-term. A 2017 study found that marital satisfaction increased significantly after couples completed 12 sessions of Imago therapy, and remained higher for some time after that, but did not always result in “complete recovery.” Other studies found greater empathy and fewer feelings of relationship burnout in couples after therapy. Some research suggests that Imago therapy can aid individuals as well as couples; people with ADHD in particular may benefit from the development of communication, self-control, and listening skills that form the basis of the technique.