Parenting Therapists in Mowbray
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.
Life presents all of us with complex challenges which are sometimes difficult to manage. E.g. what may be troubling is a recent interpersonal difficulty, or perhaps something unpleasant has happened or is still happening in your workplace (or school/college/university). You may have lost someone you were close to, or perhaps you were the victim of a crime. Alternatively, what may be troubling may be of a more long-standing nature, causing unresolved unhappiness. Or you may feel that life could be more fulfilling than it has been up to now, that it could be a happier, richer experience, with a sense of more well-being and freedom.
Life presents all of us with complex challenges which are sometimes difficult to manage. E.g. what may be troubling is a recent interpersonal difficulty, or perhaps something unpleasant has happened or is still happening in your workplace (or school/college/university). You may have lost someone you were close to, or perhaps you were the victim of a crime. Alternatively, what may be troubling may be of a more long-standing nature, causing unresolved unhappiness. Or you may feel that life could be more fulfilling than it has been up to now, that it could be a happier, richer experience, with a sense of more well-being and freedom.
You may feel that your current situation isn’t where you want to be and that’s okay. My aim is to help you begin building the foundation for a healthier you, using up-to-date, evidence-based practices to guide and support your journey.
You may feel that your current situation isn’t where you want to be and that’s okay. My aim is to help you begin building the foundation for a healthier you, using up-to-date, evidence-based practices to guide and support your journey.
Melissa van Hal
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
13 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
A few of my key areas include life skills, parenting, education, living will guidance, and coping skills.
Life’s changes can sometimes leave you feeling unsettled, disconnected, or unsure of where you stand. I offer specialised wellness counselling for individuals navigating transitions, emotional overwhelm, or periods of uncertainty who want to restore harmony and connection in everyday life. Together, we explore challenges through my Supportive and Integrative Wellness (c) services, creating space for reflection and meaningful change. You’ll gain practical, proactive ways to care for yourself and move forward with confidence, building a sense of centredness and direction that feels deeply your own.
A few of my key areas include life skills, parenting, education, living will guidance, and coping skills.
Life’s changes can sometimes leave you feeling unsettled, disconnected, or unsure of where you stand. I offer specialised wellness counselling for individuals navigating transitions, emotional overwhelm, or periods of uncertainty who want to restore harmony and connection in everyday life. Together, we explore challenges through my Supportive and Integrative Wellness (c) services, creating space for reflection and meaningful change. You’ll gain practical, proactive ways to care for yourself and move forward with confidence, building a sense of centredness and direction that feels deeply your own.
I am an experienced therapist and coach, with multiple trainings to support your needs. I started as an art therapist 20 years ago and have actively added to my qualifications and experience. I specialize in grief and loss work, including infertility; as well as working with people struggling with anxiety, trauma and depression. I focus on helping you navigate difficult times, and address problem areas with a focus on wellbeing, using resilience coaching and other tools. I work in a Humanistic, Positive Psychology framework, a whole person, strengths-based approach looking at your mental, physical and emotional health needs.
I am an experienced therapist and coach, with multiple trainings to support your needs. I started as an art therapist 20 years ago and have actively added to my qualifications and experience. I specialize in grief and loss work, including infertility; as well as working with people struggling with anxiety, trauma and depression. I focus on helping you navigate difficult times, and address problem areas with a focus on wellbeing, using resilience coaching and other tools. I work in a Humanistic, Positive Psychology framework, a whole person, strengths-based approach looking at your mental, physical and emotional health needs.
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.
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.
I am a registered counselling psychologist that provides a safe and non-judgmental space to explore the current challenges you are facing. I use a holistic and integrative approach to fit each client's unique needs. Each client is different; therefore your sessions will be uniquely formulated to meet your specific needs.
I am a registered counselling psychologist that provides a safe and non-judgmental space to explore the current challenges you are facing. I use a holistic and integrative approach to fit each client's unique needs. Each client is different; therefore your sessions will be uniquely formulated to meet your specific needs.
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.
When our usual way of coping no longer feels enough, it can really help to seek more support. As a registered counsellor I can work with you to explore the current challenges in your life. My approach is warm, non-judgmental and compassionate; based on rigorous training and experience. I will offer you emotional support alongside psycho-education about mental wellbeing, whatever your circumstances or stage of life. Together we will discover your goals for counseling, explore what helps and celebrate the strengths that make you who you are.
When our usual way of coping no longer feels enough, it can really help to seek more support. As a registered counsellor I can work with you to explore the current challenges in your life. My approach is warm, non-judgmental and compassionate; based on rigorous training and experience. I will offer you emotional support alongside psycho-education about mental wellbeing, whatever your circumstances or stage of life. Together we will discover your goals for counseling, explore what helps and celebrate the strengths that make you who you are.
I am a social worker with over four years experience working with adults (20 - 60yrs ) and adolescents (14 -19yrs). I have specifically worked with young people with academic and emotional challenges. As well in the employee wellness space assisting adults with challenges such as grief, depression/anxiety, relationship/marital and parental or family challenges.
I am a social worker with over four years experience working with adults (20 - 60yrs ) and adolescents (14 -19yrs). I have specifically worked with young people with academic and emotional challenges. As well in the employee wellness space assisting adults with challenges such as grief, depression/anxiety, relationship/marital and parental or family challenges.
More Therapists Nearby
My ideal client is someone who has a need for therapy, but may find it difficult to talk about their issues. Words may seem limited to describe what they feel inside of themselves. Child clients sometimes don't know or understand the extent of their unhappiness, or are too young to know that they are mentally and emotionally affected by circumstances. My ideal client is someone who suffers from trauma and early childhood wounding, or presents an array of other clinical presentations, including depression, anxiety disorders and much more. Clients seek therapy because they have a desire to be healed and emotionally be in balance.
My ideal client is someone who has a need for therapy, but may find it difficult to talk about their issues. Words may seem limited to describe what they feel inside of themselves. Child clients sometimes don't know or understand the extent of their unhappiness, or are too young to know that they are mentally and emotionally affected by circumstances. My ideal client is someone who suffers from trauma and early childhood wounding, or presents an array of other clinical presentations, including depression, anxiety disorders and much more. Clients seek therapy because they have a desire to be healed and emotionally be in balance.
We all desire better relationships with our spouses, children and loved ones but are unsure how to begin this journey. The most important relationship you will ever have is the one with yourself. Let’s begin here. I would love to walk alongside you on this beautiful awakening.
We all desire better relationships with our spouses, children and loved ones but are unsure how to begin this journey. The most important relationship you will ever have is the one with yourself. Let’s begin here. I would love to walk alongside you on this beautiful awakening.
Welcome to Evelyn Beneke Psychotherapy!
I would be honored to assist you on your journey to greater emotional stability.
I focus on individuals whether in crisis or transition. I treat anxious and depressed individuals as well as those in toxic relationships who struggle to escape emotional contamination. I specialize in couples therapy and work with you to identify the factors underlying your relationship clashes. Processing the underlying emotions and maladaptive coping strategies leads to a healthy emotional state and productive coping. I strive to make therapy pleasant and it goes without saying that it is a safe space!
Welcome to Evelyn Beneke Psychotherapy!
I would be honored to assist you on your journey to greater emotional stability.
I focus on individuals whether in crisis or transition. I treat anxious and depressed individuals as well as those in toxic relationships who struggle to escape emotional contamination. I specialize in couples therapy and work with you to identify the factors underlying your relationship clashes. Processing the underlying emotions and maladaptive coping strategies leads to a healthy emotional state and productive coping. I strive to make therapy pleasant and it goes without saying that it is a safe space!
I provide counselling to couples, individuals and families at my practice in Brackenfell, with about 20 years' experience in Drug and Alcohol addiction, Trauma, Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, Divorce, Parenting and Employee Wellness.
I am a Registered Counsellor in Private Practice, specializing in Relationship and Family Counselling, with my calling, passion and purpose in life being: “Helping Individuals, couples and families achieve Victory in and through Relationships.”
I provide counselling to couples, individuals and families at my practice in Brackenfell, with about 20 years' experience in Drug and Alcohol addiction, Trauma, Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, Divorce, Parenting and Employee Wellness.
I am a Registered Counsellor in Private Practice, specializing in Relationship and Family Counselling, with my calling, passion and purpose in life being: “Helping Individuals, couples and families achieve Victory in and through Relationships.”
I work with parents, children, adolescents, and young adults who feel overwhelmed, uncertain, or stuck in their learning or future planning.
I provide support through online or in-person counselling. I offer individual/ group subject-choice, career, and school readiness assessments. I also provide psycho-educational workshops. Parenting support is also provided.
I work with parents, children, adolescents, and young adults who feel overwhelmed, uncertain, or stuck in their learning or future planning.
I provide support through online or in-person counselling. I offer individual/ group subject-choice, career, and school readiness assessments. I also provide psycho-educational workshops. Parenting support is also provided.
I work alongside parents, families, and schools to better understand each young person’s needs and strengths, and to support a way forward.
Before becoming an HPCSA-registered Educational Psychologist, I spent over 10 years in schools as a teacher, learning support specialist, and Head of Support. I now work mainly with children, adolescents, and families, offering therapy, parent guidance, and assessments to better understand emotional, behavioural, learning, and school support needs.
I work alongside parents, families, and schools to better understand each young person’s needs and strengths, and to support a way forward.
Before becoming an HPCSA-registered Educational Psychologist, I spent over 10 years in schools as a teacher, learning support specialist, and Head of Support. I now work mainly with children, adolescents, and families, offering therapy, parent guidance, and assessments to better understand emotional, behavioural, learning, and school support needs.
As parents we become powerless when our children are going through challenges , in my counselling space I provide a space that is allowing parents to help Thier children.
Have you been struggling with childhood traumas and you feel you are ready to work through it. I create a space for people to work through traumas , grief, parenting issues, family conflict, suicidal, relationship problems.
As parents we become powerless when our children are going through challenges , in my counselling space I provide a space that is allowing parents to help Thier children.
Have you been struggling with childhood traumas and you feel you are ready to work through it. I create a space for people to work through traumas , grief, parenting issues, family conflict, suicidal, relationship problems.
As a licensed social worker I have over 20 years of experience specializing in play based intervention for children aged 4 to 12. My practice focuses on helping children process trauma, manage emotional and behavioral challenges and build heathy coping skills. In addition to therapeutic work with children I offer compassionate support and guidance to parents, helping them better understand and connect with their children.
As a licensed social worker I have over 20 years of experience specializing in play based intervention for children aged 4 to 12. My practice focuses on helping children process trauma, manage emotional and behavioral challenges and build heathy coping skills. In addition to therapeutic work with children I offer compassionate support and guidance to parents, helping them better understand and connect with their children.
I provide counselling support for individuals, couples and families as they navigate life's challenges. My practice offers a warm, confidential space where you can make sense of whatever it is you're facing. I draw on core counselling skills from Person-Centered Therapy, CBT techniques, the Gestalt approach and others to help you develop awareness, strengthen coping skills and move towards a healthier, more balanced and meaningful life.
I provide counselling support for individuals, couples and families as they navigate life's challenges. My practice offers a warm, confidential space where you can make sense of whatever it is you're facing. I draw on core counselling skills from Person-Centered Therapy, CBT techniques, the Gestalt approach and others to help you develop awareness, strengthen coping skills and move towards a healthier, more balanced and meaningful life.
Nearby Parenting Counsellors Searches for Mowbray
- Cape Town City
- Claremont
- Kenilworth
- Newlands
- Observatory
- Oranjezicht
- Pinelands
- Rondebosch
- Rondebosch East
- Rosebank
- Tamboerskloof
- Woodstock
Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.