Psychologists and Therapists for Elderly in Plattekloof
Whether you are looking for support for specific issues or want a process of exploratory deep work for self-growth, I am honoured that you are considering me to journey alongside you. I provide support for people struggling with depression, anxiety, traumas, life transitions, existential and spiritual concerns and numerous other concerns of the human condition.
As an integrative therapist, I draw from various therapy modalities to support my clients. The approach we use will depend on your specific needs and preferences. I value a collaborative approach to therapy and welcome your feedback throughout our work together.
Whether you are looking for support for specific issues or want a process of exploratory deep work for self-growth, I am honoured that you are considering me to journey alongside you. I provide support for people struggling with depression, anxiety, traumas, life transitions, existential and spiritual concerns and numerous other concerns of the human condition.
As an integrative therapist, I draw from various therapy modalities to support my clients. The approach we use will depend on your specific needs and preferences. I value a collaborative approach to therapy and welcome your feedback throughout our work together.
When you've stopped recognising your own life — when nothing feels worth waking up for — The Tiny Room is where people come to find themselves again.
We are a registered private practice in Bellville, Cape Town, specialising in suicide prevention, adolescent therapy, and the cases that feel most hopeless. Our proprietary TTRITF — The Tiny Room Integrated Therapeutic Framework — is an evidence-based eight-week, eight-session process integrating seven established therapeutic modalities into one coherent intervention.
One process. Eight consecutive weeks. A life that feels like yours again.
When you've stopped recognising your own life — when nothing feels worth waking up for — The Tiny Room is where people come to find themselves again.
We are a registered private practice in Bellville, Cape Town, specialising in suicide prevention, adolescent therapy, and the cases that feel most hopeless. Our proprietary TTRITF — The Tiny Room Integrated Therapeutic Framework — is an evidence-based eight-week, eight-session process integrating seven established therapeutic modalities into one coherent intervention.
One process. Eight consecutive weeks. A life that feels like yours again.
I am a registered Christian counselor, with over 25 years of experience, with a Masters Degree in counseling and a doctorate degree in Theology. I have been counseling, various cases relating to, divorce, relationships, marital issues, depression, grief, suicide, trauma, stress and emotional pain. I adapt various counseling techniques including CBT, to clear your life's pathway ahead from confusion and empower you to cope and overcome your challenges. The psychology therapy is set on faith based principles . We aquire soul wounds, when we experience any trauma, but we can receive inner soul healing, through counseling.
I am a registered Christian counselor, with over 25 years of experience, with a Masters Degree in counseling and a doctorate degree in Theology. I have been counseling, various cases relating to, divorce, relationships, marital issues, depression, grief, suicide, trauma, stress and emotional pain. I adapt various counseling techniques including CBT, to clear your life's pathway ahead from confusion and empower you to cope and overcome your challenges. The psychology therapy is set on faith based principles . We aquire soul wounds, when we experience any trauma, but we can receive inner soul healing, through counseling.
If you have found yourself scrolling here, I understand that you may be grappling with something in your life that is causing you to feel down, worried & maybe stuck. Maybe it is a lifelong challenge, traumas you have experienced or maybe you are struggling with the loss of a loved one or adjusting to a new life change. Perhaps your relationships are suffering or you feel stuck in your personal growth. You are not alone. I am here to walk this journey with you by providing a safe space & connection that can allow you to explore, heal, overcome & flourish. " Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls..."- Kahil Gibran
If you have found yourself scrolling here, I understand that you may be grappling with something in your life that is causing you to feel down, worried & maybe stuck. Maybe it is a lifelong challenge, traumas you have experienced or maybe you are struggling with the loss of a loved one or adjusting to a new life change. Perhaps your relationships are suffering or you feel stuck in your personal growth. You are not alone. I am here to walk this journey with you by providing a safe space & connection that can allow you to explore, heal, overcome & flourish. " Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls..."- Kahil Gibran
I am a registered psychologist in Cape Town and the Northern Suburbs. As a psychologist registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa, I strive to help you live a rich and meaningful life despite your emotional difficulties and life struggles. Together in therapy or counselling, we explore the most widely accepted therapy methods to help you. Most importantly I provide a non-judgemental and safe space as a psychologist. The psychological services I provide are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Career Counselling, Anxiety Therapy, and Assessments.
I am a registered psychologist in Cape Town and the Northern Suburbs. As a psychologist registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa, I strive to help you live a rich and meaningful life despite your emotional difficulties and life struggles. Together in therapy or counselling, we explore the most widely accepted therapy methods to help you. Most importantly I provide a non-judgemental and safe space as a psychologist. The psychological services I provide are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Career Counselling, Anxiety Therapy, and Assessments.
I am a qualified psychologist who works within a person-centered approach, where each person's uniqueness and inner capabilities are celebrated. My focus through therapy is to help you to reflect on unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, and to work towards adapting these in order to achieve more harmonious and healthy relationships, work-life balance, and generally a happier and more fulfilled life.
I am a qualified psychologist who works within a person-centered approach, where each person's uniqueness and inner capabilities are celebrated. My focus through therapy is to help you to reflect on unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, and to work towards adapting these in order to achieve more harmonious and healthy relationships, work-life balance, and generally a happier and more fulfilled life.
Life can feel heavy sometimes, but you don't have to carry it all on your own. I provide a safe and supportive space where you can share your struggles and just be yourself.
Life can feel heavy sometimes, but you don't have to carry it all on your own. I provide a safe and supportive space where you can share your struggles and just be yourself.
As an HPCSA-Registered Counsellor, I support clients navigating life transitions, emotional overwhelm, grief, crises, and times when they feel stuck or unsure of their next step.
My approach is collaborative and integrative, drawing on evidence-based therapeutic approaches to meet your individual needs and goals.
As an HPCSA-Registered Counsellor, I support clients navigating life transitions, emotional overwhelm, grief, crises, and times when they feel stuck or unsure of their next step.
My approach is collaborative and integrative, drawing on evidence-based therapeutic approaches to meet your individual needs and goals.
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I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults experiencing challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, grief, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. I provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their experiences and develop greater self-awareness. Using a client-centred approach, I work collaboratively with clients to build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and create meaningful change, empowering them to move forward with confidence and improved well-being.
I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults experiencing challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, grief, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. I provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their experiences and develop greater self-awareness. Using a client-centred approach, I work collaboratively with clients to build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and create meaningful change, empowering them to move forward with confidence and improved well-being.
Caretakers, Leaders, High Profile people & all Professional people. Health Professionals, Academics, Students & Businessmen. Typical & A-typical people of all religions, orientations & cultures. People who are struggling to cope with the high demands of their job, their marriage, their relationship or their family life. Professionals struggling with stress, anxiety, depression & personal or relationship issues/trauma. Professionals who are traumatised by burn-outs physical or mental collapse caused by overwork or stress. Everybody who want to live a better quality of personal-, love-, sex- and family life.
Caretakers, Leaders, High Profile people & all Professional people. Health Professionals, Academics, Students & Businessmen. Typical & A-typical people of all religions, orientations & cultures. People who are struggling to cope with the high demands of their job, their marriage, their relationship or their family life. Professionals struggling with stress, anxiety, depression & personal or relationship issues/trauma. Professionals who are traumatised by burn-outs physical or mental collapse caused by overwork or stress. Everybody who want to live a better quality of personal-, love-, sex- and family life.
Dr Rubina Setlhare is a registered Educational Psychologist and Life Design Specialist with 3 decades’ experience of working within professional contexts and community-based structures. Rubina works across the life span with all ages. Together, we focus on individual and systemic assets to promote personal agency to promote sustainable growth individually and within communities. Based in both Cape Town and Johannesburg, Rubina has a Pan African focus with established professional and academic links beyond our national borders, including Kenya, Cameroon, Ghana, India and Brazil. Rubina has published on these processes in academia.
Dr Rubina Setlhare is a registered Educational Psychologist and Life Design Specialist with 3 decades’ experience of working within professional contexts and community-based structures. Rubina works across the life span with all ages. Together, we focus on individual and systemic assets to promote personal agency to promote sustainable growth individually and within communities. Based in both Cape Town and Johannesburg, Rubina has a Pan African focus with established professional and academic links beyond our national borders, including Kenya, Cameroon, Ghana, India and Brazil. Rubina has published on these processes in academia.
My focus is in working with young and older adults.
I work with various psychological issues including anxiety, depression, abuse, childhood traumas and neglect, parenting, relationship problems, poor self-esteem and self-confidence, anger issues, phobias, bereavement and loss, race and identity dynamics, performance anxiety, burn-out, addictive behaviour, personality problems as well as spiritual emptiness.
My focus is in working with young and older adults.
I work with various psychological issues including anxiety, depression, abuse, childhood traumas and neglect, parenting, relationship problems, poor self-esteem and self-confidence, anger issues, phobias, bereavement and loss, race and identity dynamics, performance anxiety, burn-out, addictive behaviour, personality problems as well as spiritual emptiness.
I am registered as a counsellor with the HPCSA and is registered with the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF). I offer individual counselling for adults and teenagers, including but not limited to trauma counselling, bereavement, personal development, self-esteem, resilience, anger and stress management. Furthermore, I provide parent guidance and work with children. I also offer career guidance and subject choice assessments (online assessments available).
I am registered as a counsellor with the HPCSA and is registered with the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF). I offer individual counselling for adults and teenagers, including but not limited to trauma counselling, bereavement, personal development, self-esteem, resilience, anger and stress management. Furthermore, I provide parent guidance and work with children. I also offer career guidance and subject choice assessments (online assessments available).
If you are feeling stuck and can't see a way forward, I can help you. I can help you to move forward and find alternative solutions to overcome your obstacles. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma. Sometimes along with these disorders, you maybe suffering with an addiction. I specialize in dual diagnose and explore the underlying roots of depression, anxiety and addiction.
If you are feeling stuck and can't see a way forward, I can help you. I can help you to move forward and find alternative solutions to overcome your obstacles. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma. Sometimes along with these disorders, you maybe suffering with an addiction. I specialize in dual diagnose and explore the underlying roots of depression, anxiety and addiction.
I have experience in helping clients with challenges relating to depression, anxiety, trauma and grief - as symptoms of existing conditions, and/or as responses to circumstantial stress. I am also experienced in helping clients with the management of neurodivergent disorders (ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder). My approach pulls away from over analysis and rumination, towards figuring out how to sustainably feel and be better. This is accomplished by emphasising healthy thinking, health feeling and healthy behaving.
I have experience in helping clients with challenges relating to depression, anxiety, trauma and grief - as symptoms of existing conditions, and/or as responses to circumstantial stress. I am also experienced in helping clients with the management of neurodivergent disorders (ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder). My approach pulls away from over analysis and rumination, towards figuring out how to sustainably feel and be better. This is accomplished by emphasising healthy thinking, health feeling and healthy behaving.
To provide compassionate, evidence-based, and culturally sensitive psychological services that address the complex mental health needs of individuals in South Africa. Grounded in clinical excellence, my mission is to deliver specialized care for severe psychiatric conditions and trauma, fostering resilience, emotional regulation, and psychological healing.
To provide compassionate, evidence-based, and culturally sensitive psychological services that address the complex mental health needs of individuals in South Africa. Grounded in clinical excellence, my mission is to deliver specialized care for severe psychiatric conditions and trauma, fostering resilience, emotional regulation, and psychological healing.
As a fellow traveller on life's journey, I'm here to walk alongside you as your trusted guide. With my HPCSA certification and passion for empowering individuals, I'm committed to nurturing your holistic well-being. In our sessions, you'll find not just a counselor, but a compassionate ally who values your unique experiences and perspectives. Together, we'll craft a roadmap towards growth and healing, where your voice shapes every step of the way. Beyond the counselling room, you'll find me embracing the beauty of the outdoors, indulging in the art of baking, and cherishing moments with my loved ones.
As a fellow traveller on life's journey, I'm here to walk alongside you as your trusted guide. With my HPCSA certification and passion for empowering individuals, I'm committed to nurturing your holistic well-being. In our sessions, you'll find not just a counselor, but a compassionate ally who values your unique experiences and perspectives. Together, we'll craft a roadmap towards growth and healing, where your voice shapes every step of the way. Beyond the counselling room, you'll find me embracing the beauty of the outdoors, indulging in the art of baking, and cherishing moments with my loved ones.
I have been a therapist for 29yrs and have been privileged to share many patients stories of sadness, loneliness, anxiety fear and tragedy. I have witnessed courage, perseverance and the untangling of the recent past and the deeper past in order to live more healthily with themselves and in relationship to others. I believe the quality of the relationship between myself and my patients creates a safe space in which to explore both the conscious and unconscious factors that lead to the breakdown or impediments to the above relationships.
I have been a therapist for 29yrs and have been privileged to share many patients stories of sadness, loneliness, anxiety fear and tragedy. I have witnessed courage, perseverance and the untangling of the recent past and the deeper past in order to live more healthily with themselves and in relationship to others. I believe the quality of the relationship between myself and my patients creates a safe space in which to explore both the conscious and unconscious factors that lead to the breakdown or impediments to the above relationships.
I've been a psychologist for 24 years, after a long business career. I'm committed to fostering a trusting relationship where individuals feel safe to open up and share their true selves. Together, we create a space where people discover inner qualities, strengths, and resilience, make sense of challenging situations and often painful pasts, and build a future where they maintain a strong sense of well-being. My experience shows that clients seek an open, honest, practical and future-focused therapist. I’m also a trained and experienced coach and can blend therapy and coaching.
I've been a psychologist for 24 years, after a long business career. I'm committed to fostering a trusting relationship where individuals feel safe to open up and share their true selves. Together, we create a space where people discover inner qualities, strengths, and resilience, make sense of challenging situations and often painful pasts, and build a future where they maintain a strong sense of well-being. My experience shows that clients seek an open, honest, practical and future-focused therapist. I’m also a trained and experienced coach and can blend therapy and coaching.
I offer professional counselling/psychotherapy, both one-on-one and one-on-two (EG couples). I work in-person in Pringle Bay and online worldwide.
I offer professional counselling/psychotherapy, both one-on-one and one-on-two (EG couples). I work in-person in Pringle Bay and online worldwide.
Nearby Seniors Counsellors Searches for Plattekloof
- Bellville
- Bishopscourt
- Claremont
- Durbanville
- Edgemead
- Goodwood
- N1 City
- Panorama
- Parow
- Pinelands
- Tyger Valley
- Welgemoed
FAQ - About Therapy for Elders
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.
How is counselling for elderly different from counselling for other age groups?
In general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.
How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.
What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counsellors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counsellors specialising in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counsellors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.