Psychologists and Therapists for Teens in Observatory
I am particularly passionate about working with adolescents and young adults.
Finding it difficult to make a change? Concerned about your substance use or repeated behaviour? Experiencing high stress levels? Feel overwhelmed or out of control? Feel unhappy and depressed a lot of the time? Feel stuck? Are struggling to adjust after a sudden change or traumattic event? Lack of motivation?
I am particularly passionate about working with adolescents and young adults.
Finding it difficult to make a change? Concerned about your substance use or repeated behaviour? Experiencing high stress levels? Feel overwhelmed or out of control? Feel unhappy and depressed a lot of the time? Feel stuck? Are struggling to adjust after a sudden change or traumattic event? Lack of motivation?
I work with individuals who are emotionally overwhelmed, highly self-aware but stuck in cycles of overthinking, self-doubt, or people-pleasing. Many of my clients are navigating relationship stress, burnout, anxiety, or unprocessed experiences from their upbringing. They come to therapy seeking clarity, boundaries, emotional resilience, and a space to be themselves without judgment. My clients often say they want to understand why they feel the way they do — and how to finally feel in control of their lives again.
I work with individuals who are emotionally overwhelmed, highly self-aware but stuck in cycles of overthinking, self-doubt, or people-pleasing. Many of my clients are navigating relationship stress, burnout, anxiety, or unprocessed experiences from their upbringing. They come to therapy seeking clarity, boundaries, emotional resilience, and a space to be themselves without judgment. My clients often say they want to understand why they feel the way they do — and how to finally feel in control of their lives again.
My psychotherapeutic stance is accepting and judgment-free. The therapeutic relationship is essential in effective therapy. Based on this, it is crucially important to get to know my clients on a personal level, and for my clients to get to know me. I position myself alongside my clients to collaboratively formulate a focused treatment plan.
My psychotherapeutic stance is accepting and judgment-free. The therapeutic relationship is essential in effective therapy. Based on this, it is crucially important to get to know my clients on a personal level, and for my clients to get to know me. I position myself alongside my clients to collaboratively formulate a focused treatment plan.
Do you find yourself in a season of multi-demands or overwhelm in a work/life balance or a relationship crises? Is worry, stress and anxiety causing mental health or wellbeing challenges? Today is the day to make that call I am here for you.
Do you find yourself in a season of multi-demands or overwhelm in a work/life balance or a relationship crises? Is worry, stress and anxiety causing mental health or wellbeing challenges? Today is the day to make that call I am here for you.
For all the beauty and joy that life has to offer, the modern world is a chaotic and frantic place. Dealing with rent; work; traffic; inflation; politics; existential anxiety etc., the average person has enough going on to warrant immense stress without even accounting for any of the other emergencies and crises that life throws at us. And even after putting a roof over one's head and food on the table, happiness and purpose can be more complex. Figuring out the next step forward can often seem impossible. My passion is in helping you to find the next step, and in helping you to develop the strategies and skills to keep doing so.
For all the beauty and joy that life has to offer, the modern world is a chaotic and frantic place. Dealing with rent; work; traffic; inflation; politics; existential anxiety etc., the average person has enough going on to warrant immense stress without even accounting for any of the other emergencies and crises that life throws at us. And even after putting a roof over one's head and food on the table, happiness and purpose can be more complex. Figuring out the next step forward can often seem impossible. My passion is in helping you to find the next step, and in helping you to develop the strategies and skills to keep doing so.
I am a compassionate and client centered Clinical Social Worker dedicated to promoting mental health, emotional healing, and personal growth. My practice focuses on providing therapeutic support to individuals, couples, and families facing challenges such as substance abuse, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, trauma, emotional distress
I am a compassionate and client centered Clinical Social Worker dedicated to promoting mental health, emotional healing, and personal growth. My practice focuses on providing therapeutic support to individuals, couples, and families facing challenges such as substance abuse, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, trauma, emotional distress
I passed the HPCSA Board exams and qualified as a Counselling Psychologist, and have nearly 5 years (including 1 year of intern work) experience treating adults, adolescents, couples and families in need.
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 passed the HPCSA Board exams and qualified as a Counselling Psychologist, and have nearly 5 years (including 1 year of intern work) experience treating adults, adolescents, couples and families in need.
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.
My practice focuses on adolescents and adults, and offers brief (supportive) and long-term therapy.
Sometimes in life, we may face challenges that make it difficult to function on a day to day. These challenges can be physical, emotional, relational, or psychological. During this time, we may need professional assistance to support us during our healing journey and help us build skills and coping mechanisms. My psychotherapy approach is holistic, and I work collaboratively with the client to help them overcome challenges they may face and build skills to aid them in future. I primarily work from the psychodynamic modality; however, I may utilise knowledge, techniques as well as skills from other modalities where indicated.
My practice focuses on adolescents and adults, and offers brief (supportive) and long-term therapy.
Sometimes in life, we may face challenges that make it difficult to function on a day to day. These challenges can be physical, emotional, relational, or psychological. During this time, we may need professional assistance to support us during our healing journey and help us build skills and coping mechanisms. My psychotherapy approach is holistic, and I work collaboratively with the client to help them overcome challenges they may face and build skills to aid them in future. I primarily work from the psychodynamic modality; however, I may utilise knowledge, techniques as well as skills from other modalities where indicated.
Dr Aqeela Mahomed is dual-licensed with the HPCSA as a Clinical Psychologist and Neuropsychologist. She uses her experience in both her fields of expertise to inform her integrative and holistic approach to client care. She has experience within community clinics, hospitals, and specialist psychiatric settings.
Dr Aqeela Mahomed is dual-licensed with the HPCSA as a Clinical Psychologist and Neuropsychologist. She uses her experience in both her fields of expertise to inform her integrative and holistic approach to client care. She has experience within community clinics, hospitals, and specialist psychiatric settings.
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.
Cerise Rabie
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I work with children, adolescents, and adults, providing a warm, supportive space to better understand themselves, make sense of their experiences, build practical coping strategies, and move forward with greater confidence, self-awareness, and resilience.
I am a Psychologist with a special interest in neurodiversity, anxiety, trauma, grief, emotional wellbeing, and identity development. My approach is warm, collaborative, and neuroaffirming, drawing on CBT, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, creative approaches, play-based techniques, and practical skills-building tailored to each person's needs.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults, providing a warm, supportive space to better understand themselves, make sense of their experiences, build practical coping strategies, and move forward with greater confidence, self-awareness, and resilience.
I am a Psychologist with a special interest in neurodiversity, anxiety, trauma, grief, emotional wellbeing, and identity development. My approach is warm, collaborative, and neuroaffirming, drawing on CBT, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, creative approaches, play-based techniques, and practical skills-building tailored to each person's needs.
I offer psychotherapy to adults and teenagers.
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 psychotherapy to adults and teenagers.
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 predominantly provide therapy to adolescents and adults and use an integrative approach based on each client’s individual needs.
My interests includes: Anxiety Disorders, Bereavement and Loss, Depression, Self-Esteem Difficulties, Personality Disorders and Trauma
I predominantly provide therapy to adolescents and adults and use an integrative approach based on each client’s individual needs.
My interests includes: Anxiety Disorders, Bereavement and Loss, Depression, Self-Esteem Difficulties, Personality Disorders and Trauma
Studies show that the relationship between therapist and client is a stronger predictor of successful outcomes than the specific type of therapy used.
But how can you know what kind of counsellor you'll 'click' with, or who you'll feel safe with?
As a starting point, know that you've come to the right place, and that there IS support out there.
If you feel overwhelmed by life’s demands and sense that you've lost touch with your inner voice, strength or agency, reach out. I am happy to offer a free 10 minute chat for you to simply feel into if you'd like to work together or not.
Studies show that the relationship between therapist and client is a stronger predictor of successful outcomes than the specific type of therapy used.
But how can you know what kind of counsellor you'll 'click' with, or who you'll feel safe with?
As a starting point, know that you've come to the right place, and that there IS support out there.
If you feel overwhelmed by life’s demands and sense that you've lost touch with your inner voice, strength or agency, reach out. I am happy to offer a free 10 minute chat for you to simply feel into if you'd like to work together or not.
I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience working with teenagers and adults to address a wide range of psychological challenges.
I utilize a combination of evidence-based approaches tailored to each client’s needs, including:
• BWRT (BrainWorking Recursive Therapy)
• Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Mindfulness-Based Strategies
• Psychodynamic Techniques
I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience working with teenagers and adults to address a wide range of psychological challenges.
I utilize a combination of evidence-based approaches tailored to each client’s needs, including:
• BWRT (BrainWorking Recursive Therapy)
• Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Mindfulness-Based Strategies
• Psychodynamic Techniques
You might be a child, adolescent, or adult who feels different, out of place, or unsure where you belong.
I provide neurodiversity-affirming therapy and comprehensive career assessment and counseling. With a strong understanding of development and the nervous system, I integrate brain-based and relational approaches to support regulation, identity growth, and resilience. Together, we make sense of your patterns and build practical, meaningful change.
You might be a child, adolescent, or adult who feels different, out of place, or unsure where you belong.
I provide neurodiversity-affirming therapy and comprehensive career assessment and counseling. With a strong understanding of development and the nervous system, I integrate brain-based and relational approaches to support regulation, identity growth, and resilience. Together, we make sense of your patterns and build practical, meaningful change.
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.
Sanctuary is what so many of us need in this turbulent world. We face internal and external challenges daily. My aim is to provide a nurturing space - a space in which we can safely explore and hopefully resolve any challenges you face. A space where you can feel safe to share your thoughts, your hopes, your dreams and your heartaches. A space that focuses on the work to help you overcome what is affecting your mental well-being. I aim to work with you to build a better foundation from which you can reach your full potential. Message us on 0735833831 for a call back from our administrator.
Sanctuary is what so many of us need in this turbulent world. We face internal and external challenges daily. My aim is to provide a nurturing space - a space in which we can safely explore and hopefully resolve any challenges you face. A space where you can feel safe to share your thoughts, your hopes, your dreams and your heartaches. A space that focuses on the work to help you overcome what is affecting your mental well-being. I aim to work with you to build a better foundation from which you can reach your full potential. Message us on 0735833831 for a call back from our administrator.
Slindile Mbatha
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I offer in-person &online sessions, individual therapy for adults, older adolescents (16+) and facilitate group sessions.
Taking the step to get therapy can be quite daunting for anyone. It can mean that at times, you may have to work through difficult challenges and painful experiences. My goal is to provide a safe, warm, non-judgmental therapeutic space where every client can safely navigate through key life experiences while also feeling empowered to grow. I’ve worked with clients from many different backgrounds & I aspire for clients know that they are seen no matter the age, race, gender or ability or sexual orientation.
I offer in-person &online sessions, individual therapy for adults, older adolescents (16+) and facilitate group sessions.
Taking the step to get therapy can be quite daunting for anyone. It can mean that at times, you may have to work through difficult challenges and painful experiences. My goal is to provide a safe, warm, non-judgmental therapeutic space where every client can safely navigate through key life experiences while also feeling empowered to grow. I’ve worked with clients from many different backgrounds & I aspire for clients know that they are seen no matter the age, race, gender or ability or sexual orientation.
Nearby Teens Counsellors Searches for Observatory
- Cape Town City
- Gardens
- Green Point
- Mowbray
- Newlands
- Oranjezicht
- Pinelands
- Rondebosch
- Rosebank
- Tamboerskloof
- Vredehoek
- Woodstock
FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.