Marriage Counselling Therapists in Plettenberg Bay

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Candice Jordan
General Counsellor
Online Only
I use a variety of methods in my practice, these include General Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Art Therapy, Attachment-based, Coaching, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Compassion Focused, Culturally Sensitive, EMDR, Emotionally Focused, Experiential Therapy, Family / Marital, Gestalt, Hypnotherapy, Imago, Integrative, Narrative, Person-Centred, Play Therapy, Positive Psychology, Rational Emotive.
I am here to help you through your difficult times without judgement. No topic is off limits with me, so feel free to be yourself and open up. Let us take a journey together to a better place of understanding, love and acceptance.
I use a variety of methods in my practice, these include General Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Art Therapy, Attachment-based, Coaching, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Compassion Focused, Culturally Sensitive, EMDR, Emotionally Focused, Experiential Therapy, Family / Marital, Gestalt, Hypnotherapy, Imago, Integrative, Narrative, Person-Centred, Play Therapy, Positive Psychology, Rational Emotive.
I am here to help you through your difficult times without judgement. No topic is off limits with me, so feel free to be yourself and open up. Let us take a journey together to a better place of understanding, love and acceptance.
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Kelly de Rosner
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
I believe every individual has their own unique reality composed of life experiences, personality, knowledge and emotions that shape their perspectives of the world. I offer a safe, non judgemental space where you are able to deeply explore and process stressful life events and times of transition. A space where you are able to discover parts of yourself, seek meaning, recognise your personal power and honour your life story. My approach is firmly rooted in deep compassion, unconditional positive regard and a genuine openheartedness. “People only seriously consider change when they feel accepted for exactly who they are.”
I believe every individual has their own unique reality composed of life experiences, personality, knowledge and emotions that shape their perspectives of the world. I offer a safe, non judgemental space where you are able to deeply explore and process stressful life events and times of transition. A space where you are able to discover parts of yourself, seek meaning, recognise your personal power and honour your life story. My approach is firmly rooted in deep compassion, unconditional positive regard and a genuine openheartedness. “People only seriously consider change when they feel accepted for exactly who they are.”
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Michelle Booth
Art Therapist, MSc
Serves Area
I am passionate about the art of therapy – co-creating a unique therapeutic space that makes each client feel safe, heard and emotionally held so that they can embark on a journey of self-discovery, insight, and authentic empowerment. Art therapy is a powerful tool for self-expression a helpful way of working with whatever is going on that is making us stuck, unhappy, angry including experiences of grief, depression, inadequacy, fear, loneliness, addiction, and conflict.. Art therapy can lead you to unexpected insights, enable you to access your inner world and facilitate a meaningful exploration of difficult experiences.
I am passionate about the art of therapy – co-creating a unique therapeutic space that makes each client feel safe, heard and emotionally held so that they can embark on a journey of self-discovery, insight, and authentic empowerment. Art therapy is a powerful tool for self-expression a helpful way of working with whatever is going on that is making us stuck, unhappy, angry including experiences of grief, depression, inadequacy, fear, loneliness, addiction, and conflict.. Art therapy can lead you to unexpected insights, enable you to access your inner world and facilitate a meaningful exploration of difficult experiences.
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Terri Harford
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Are you feeling overwhelmed and need empathetic, confidential and insightful support to assist you or your loved ones through a difficult phase in life? Let me assist you in reclaiming strength, harmony and direction – to overcome problems that feel insurmountable. If you are anxious, depressed, confused, dealing with grief or trauma, or just have difficult decisions to make, I can assist you in gaining clarity in a safe space where practical solutions are provided to bring relief through challenging times.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and need empathetic, confidential and insightful support to assist you or your loved ones through a difficult phase in life? Let me assist you in reclaiming strength, harmony and direction – to overcome problems that feel insurmountable. If you are anxious, depressed, confused, dealing with grief or trauma, or just have difficult decisions to make, I can assist you in gaining clarity in a safe space where practical solutions are provided to bring relief through challenging times.
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More Therapists Nearby

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Izak Malan
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Are you facing a challenge in your marriage, work or life in general?
It is my goal to show you how to embrace your life, find hope and fulfil your God given destiny. When it comes to relationships I focus on their influence on every aspect of human interaction. Let me guide you through the process of renewal, resilience, and self-discovery. I also do Emotional Intelligence & Personality Profile psychometric tests.
Are you facing a challenge in your marriage, work or life in general?
It is my goal to show you how to embrace your life, find hope and fulfil your God given destiny. When it comes to relationships I focus on their influence on every aspect of human interaction. Let me guide you through the process of renewal, resilience, and self-discovery. I also do Emotional Intelligence & Personality Profile psychometric tests.
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Wayne Kelsall Hadley
General Counsellor, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
Serves Area
Hi thank you for your interest in my profile, my speciality in counselling lie in addiction, infidelity, marriage, relationships, loss / grief & bereavement.
Explore choices which can be made by educating &equipping yourself with new coping mechanisms and a safe starting point on how to go about change. You will be equipped with a range of tools to productively address your current issue. My belief is “ No one shoe fits all” therefore your program and therapy is tailored to suit your specific needs.
Hi thank you for your interest in my profile, my speciality in counselling lie in addiction, infidelity, marriage, relationships, loss / grief & bereavement.
Explore choices which can be made by educating &equipping yourself with new coping mechanisms and a safe starting point on how to go about change. You will be equipped with a range of tools to productively address your current issue. My belief is “ No one shoe fits all” therefore your program and therapy is tailored to suit your specific needs.
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Bronya Fosseus
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Knysna 6571
The people I work with are often going through life’s messier moments—grief, relationship ups and downs, or big life transitions like moving, changing careers, becoming a parent, or starting over after a breakup. Things may feel a bit off, uncertain, or heavier than usual. You’re usually the one holding it together, but lately, it’s just… a lot.
The people I work with are often going through life’s messier moments—grief, relationship ups and downs, or big life transitions like moving, changing careers, becoming a parent, or starting over after a breakup. Things may feel a bit off, uncertain, or heavier than usual. You’re usually the one holding it together, but lately, it’s just… a lot.
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Sue-Ann Bright
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Knysna 6571
I work with adults only and in my experience, it seems many of us present with elements of ‘dysfunction’; that it is the human condition to be somewhat flawed, imperfect, damaged or messed-up. Our ‘dysfunction’ can often be exposed (to ourselves and others) at points of challenge or change; what I refer to as ‘growing pains’ (this is not reserved for childhood; us adults can also undergo mild, moderate and sever growing pains)
I work with adults only and in my experience, it seems many of us present with elements of ‘dysfunction’; that it is the human condition to be somewhat flawed, imperfect, damaged or messed-up. Our ‘dysfunction’ can often be exposed (to ourselves and others) at points of challenge or change; what I refer to as ‘growing pains’ (this is not reserved for childhood; us adults can also undergo mild, moderate and sever growing pains)
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HybridAcademy.org
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, PsySSA Counsellor
Serves Area
Hester van Dyk, Educologist and Registered as a Counselor with Counsil for Counselors, working in the field of emotional wellbeing, trauma support, and personal development. Her practice is grounded in evidence-informed approaches. Her qualifications are: BHSc Social Services Psychological Counseling. Her work focuses on providing supportive, non-clinical mental health interventions, wellness coaching, and psychoeducation. Where needed, she refer clients to other registered professionals such as psychologists, psychiatrists, or social workers. My practice is guided by ethical standards, confidentiality.
Hester van Dyk, Educologist and Registered as a Counselor with Counsil for Counselors, working in the field of emotional wellbeing, trauma support, and personal development. Her practice is grounded in evidence-informed approaches. Her qualifications are: BHSc Social Services Psychological Counseling. Her work focuses on providing supportive, non-clinical mental health interventions, wellness coaching, and psychoeducation. Where needed, she refer clients to other registered professionals such as psychologists, psychiatrists, or social workers. My practice is guided by ethical standards, confidentiality.
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Amy Shirley
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
I am a warm, passionate and professional Counselling Psychologist. I work with teens, adults and couples online. I have worked with a vast array of presenting difficulties in varied contexts, and tailor therapy to your needs.
I am a warm, passionate and professional Counselling Psychologist. I work with teens, adults and couples online. I have worked with a vast array of presenting difficulties in varied contexts, and tailor therapy to your needs.
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Online Therapists

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Cindy Oudshoorn
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
George 6529
Welcome to my practice. I am Cindy Oudshoorn, a Clinical Psychologist, practicing in the Garden Route since 2016. My philosophy of working therapeutically is guided by my clients' needs or presenting problem. This is determined by doing an initial, comprehensive psychological assessment. Types of therapy include (but are not limited to): Psychodynamic therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Brain Working Recursive Therapy (BWRT), Play therapy, etc.
Welcome to my practice. I am Cindy Oudshoorn, a Clinical Psychologist, practicing in the Garden Route since 2016. My philosophy of working therapeutically is guided by my clients' needs or presenting problem. This is determined by doing an initial, comprehensive psychological assessment. Types of therapy include (but are not limited to): Psychodynamic therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Brain Working Recursive Therapy (BWRT), Play therapy, etc.
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Chanté Kruger
General Counsellor
George 6529
Hi, I’m Chanté Kruger, a Specialist Wellness Counsellor and Play Therapist passionate about helping children navigate their emotions in a safe and supportive space. I’m registered with ASCHP (SWC22/1336) and PTISA (2023006050), fully insured, and committed to safeguarding and child protection policies. With training in trauma debriefing, crisis counseling (including teenage pregnancy), and HIV care and education, I have worked with children and families facing various challenges. I’ve also volunteered with Life Community Center, CANSA, and Options and currently support students at Mountview and Rosemoor Primary.
Hi, I’m Chanté Kruger, a Specialist Wellness Counsellor and Play Therapist passionate about helping children navigate their emotions in a safe and supportive space. I’m registered with ASCHP (SWC22/1336) and PTISA (2023006050), fully insured, and committed to safeguarding and child protection policies. With training in trauma debriefing, crisis counseling (including teenage pregnancy), and HIV care and education, I have worked with children and families facing various challenges. I’ve also volunteered with Life Community Center, CANSA, and Options and currently support students at Mountview and Rosemoor Primary.
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Jodi Tromp Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
George 6529
I am Jodi Tromp practicing as a Clinical Psychologist in George, South Africa. My training and work experience includes providing assessments and psychotherapy to children, adolescents and adults from various backgrounds and walks of life. I have work experience at Stikland Psychiatric Hospital, Weskoppies Psychiatric Hospital as well as Steve Biko Tertiary Hospital and Akeso Clinic in George. I have post graduate training in Addiction treatment, which is a special interest of mine. Other interests include trauma for which I use Eye Movement Reprocessing and Desensitization Therapy (EMDR) and mood and relationship difficulties.
I am Jodi Tromp practicing as a Clinical Psychologist in George, South Africa. My training and work experience includes providing assessments and psychotherapy to children, adolescents and adults from various backgrounds and walks of life. I have work experience at Stikland Psychiatric Hospital, Weskoppies Psychiatric Hospital as well as Steve Biko Tertiary Hospital and Akeso Clinic in George. I have post graduate training in Addiction treatment, which is a special interest of mine. Other interests include trauma for which I use Eye Movement Reprocessing and Desensitization Therapy (EMDR) and mood and relationship difficulties.
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Elzaan Deysel
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
1 Endorsed
George 6529
Are you withholding something from yourself and those you love? Struggling to solve conflict - in yourself or with others? Maybe your are facing big life-changes or you have to make big-life decisions that overwhelms you? You might experience a sense of purposelessness. Or you are struggling to keep up with all the demands and responsibilities of life. Well, do not fear. You might be here because this is your last resort. You might have tried denying your situation, maybe solving it yourself or even reaching out to others for help, but all to your dismay. You might ask, 'Who am I', 'Why am I here', 'Where am I heading in life'?
Are you withholding something from yourself and those you love? Struggling to solve conflict - in yourself or with others? Maybe your are facing big life-changes or you have to make big-life decisions that overwhelms you? You might experience a sense of purposelessness. Or you are struggling to keep up with all the demands and responsibilities of life. Well, do not fear. You might be here because this is your last resort. You might have tried denying your situation, maybe solving it yourself or even reaching out to others for help, but all to your dismay. You might ask, 'Who am I', 'Why am I here', 'Where am I heading in life'?
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Dr Irene Strydom On-line Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
On-line psychotherapy sessions. A safe space will be created in which clients can unload, share and heal from the effects of emotional turmoil and trauma.
On-line psychotherapy sessions. A safe space will be created in which clients can unload, share and heal from the effects of emotional turmoil and trauma.
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Carel Pj Mouton
Social Worker, MA
George 6530
I aim to enable men and women to thrive by becoming the best version of themselves. The process addresses trauma, anger, stress and anxiety within themselves and their relationships through emotional awareness and practical interventions. During the sessions, I strive to enable my clients to experience physical and emotional relief from stress, anxiety and embodied trauma.
I aim to enable men and women to thrive by becoming the best version of themselves. The process addresses trauma, anger, stress and anxiety within themselves and their relationships through emotional awareness and practical interventions. During the sessions, I strive to enable my clients to experience physical and emotional relief from stress, anxiety and embodied trauma.
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Anew Life & Wellness
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
George 6529
Everybody deserves to live a purposeful and meaningful life. As life coach and counsellor I will assist you to find balance in all domains of your life, set realistic goals to bring you closer to your dreams. Together we will discover your highest values, explore your passions and purpose and find what holds you back in reaching your dream. I also teach techniques and tools to help you cope with stress and anxiety and work through past trauma. As a Wellness Coach I'm qualified to use bottom up approach also called MLNP. This helps to process and integrate information on cognitive, emotional and sensory level with lasting results.
Everybody deserves to live a purposeful and meaningful life. As life coach and counsellor I will assist you to find balance in all domains of your life, set realistic goals to bring you closer to your dreams. Together we will discover your highest values, explore your passions and purpose and find what holds you back in reaching your dream. I also teach techniques and tools to help you cope with stress and anxiety and work through past trauma. As a Wellness Coach I'm qualified to use bottom up approach also called MLNP. This helps to process and integrate information on cognitive, emotional and sensory level with lasting results.
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Marriage Counselling

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.