Sleep or Insomnia Therapists in Rondebosch
As a neuropsychologist and psychotherapist, I started 'Maia Psychology' to help people understand themselves, through a blend of neuroscience and psychology.
My practice is named after the ancient Sanskrit concept "Maia", meaning 'the illusory magic of the universe appearing'. For me, Maia really refers to our fundamental ability (and inability) to perceive ourselves, others, and the world around us. This is what psychology is ultimately all about.
I named my practice after this concept to emphasise my wish to nurture a truly holistic neuropsychological practice; one that seriously considers all that makes you who you are.
As a neuropsychologist and psychotherapist, I started 'Maia Psychology' to help people understand themselves, through a blend of neuroscience and psychology.
My practice is named after the ancient Sanskrit concept "Maia", meaning 'the illusory magic of the universe appearing'. For me, Maia really refers to our fundamental ability (and inability) to perceive ourselves, others, and the world around us. This is what psychology is ultimately all about.
I named my practice after this concept to emphasise my wish to nurture a truly holistic neuropsychological practice; one that seriously considers all that makes you who you are.
I work with individuals who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low in mood, or at a point of transition in their lives. Many are seeking deeper understanding, healing, or a stronger connection to themselves. My approach offers a safe, supportive space where we explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences together. By combining counselling with a holistic, mind-body-soul perspective, I help you uncover patterns, gain clarity, and move forward with greater balance, self-awareness, and confidence.
I work with individuals who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low in mood, or at a point of transition in their lives. Many are seeking deeper understanding, healing, or a stronger connection to themselves. My approach offers a safe, supportive space where we explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences together. By combining counselling with a holistic, mind-body-soul perspective, I help you uncover patterns, gain clarity, and move forward with greater balance, self-awareness, and confidence.
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.
No problem or difficulty you are experiencing is too small or too big to work on with me in your counselling sessions. Talking about it in a safe, confidential and non-judgement space helps. While the past is important, life is about the present. Gestalt work emphasises what happens in the present moment and what this might mean for you. I work holistically to help you raise your awareness about yourself. This takes into account the mind, body and spirit as well as the context of your life. I work in person, online and in the outdoors on request.
No problem or difficulty you are experiencing is too small or too big to work on with me in your counselling sessions. Talking about it in a safe, confidential and non-judgement space helps. While the past is important, life is about the present. Gestalt work emphasises what happens in the present moment and what this might mean for you. I work holistically to help you raise your awareness about yourself. This takes into account the mind, body and spirit as well as the context of your life. I work in person, online and in the outdoors on request.
Feeling stuck in anxiety, grief, addiction, depression, gambling, or a loss of purpose? Struggling with relationships or emotional balance? You’re not alone—and change is possible. As a registered wellness counsellor and integrative therapist, I use evidence-informed psychological and neuroscience-based approaches to help clients regulate emotions, retrain unhelpful patterns, and restore clarity, self-worth, and emotional stability.
Feeling stuck in anxiety, grief, addiction, depression, gambling, or a loss of purpose? Struggling with relationships or emotional balance? You’re not alone—and change is possible. As a registered wellness counsellor and integrative therapist, I use evidence-informed psychological and neuroscience-based approaches to help clients regulate emotions, retrain unhelpful patterns, and restore clarity, self-worth, and emotional stability.
Welcome to a space where your health and wellness are prioritized with care and expertise. Life’s challenges—whether you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected—can be daunting. But you don’t have to face them alone. I offer compassionate, results-driven in-person & online therapy tailored to your unique needs. No matter where you are in the world, I provide a safe, supportive environment where healing and growth are possible. Together, we’ll work on developing the emotional resilience you need to lead a more balanced, fulfilling life. Let’s take this journey towards well-being together.
Welcome to a space where your health and wellness are prioritized with care and expertise. Life’s challenges—whether you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected—can be daunting. But you don’t have to face them alone. I offer compassionate, results-driven in-person & online therapy tailored to your unique needs. No matter where you are in the world, I provide a safe, supportive environment where healing and growth are possible. Together, we’ll work on developing the emotional resilience you need to lead a more balanced, fulfilling life. Let’s take this journey towards well-being together.
Most people can feel low and anxious due to difficult life experiences, but is this experience affecting the quality of your life or causing you suffering? If so, I am a UCT trained clinical psychologist with 23 years of clinical experience in treating, supporting and working therapeutically with people to find lasting change to their presenting difficulties. I have a special interest and expertise in working therapeutically with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, family/relationship struggles, life-decisions and work related difficulties. I maintain a safe, confidential and ethical practice.
Most people can feel low and anxious due to difficult life experiences, but is this experience affecting the quality of your life or causing you suffering? If so, I am a UCT trained clinical psychologist with 23 years of clinical experience in treating, supporting and working therapeutically with people to find lasting change to their presenting difficulties. I have a special interest and expertise in working therapeutically with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, family/relationship struggles, life-decisions and work related difficulties. I maintain a safe, confidential and ethical practice.
Therapy can offer a space to pause, reflect, and make sense of experiences that feel overwhelming or hard to understand. I work psychodynamically and offering a safe, containing, and non-judgmental therapeutic space. My approach is grounded in curiosity about the inner world, unconscious patterns, and relational experiences that shape how clients understand themselves and engage with others. I also integrate mindfulness and meditation where appropriate to support emotional regulation and reflective capacity.
Therapy can offer a space to pause, reflect, and make sense of experiences that feel overwhelming or hard to understand. I work psychodynamically and offering a safe, containing, and non-judgmental therapeutic space. My approach is grounded in curiosity about the inner world, unconscious patterns, and relational experiences that shape how clients understand themselves and engage with others. I also integrate mindfulness and meditation where appropriate to support emotional regulation and reflective capacity.
So you're in your late 20s, somewhere in your thirties or hitting your 40s. And you grew up believing that everything was going to be epic. And now? It may feel like life is a little too difficult to navigate. Perhaps something is holding you back. Perhaps you just don’t feel really in control, or fulfilled or even content. You have so many of the things you wanted, perhaps a committed relationship, kids, a great job… and yet, it’s all feeling kinda hard and a serious juggle. Perhaps you are looking at yourself and still feel like there are so many unknowns - who am I really? What do I actually want to do? Could I be happier?
So you're in your late 20s, somewhere in your thirties or hitting your 40s. And you grew up believing that everything was going to be epic. And now? It may feel like life is a little too difficult to navigate. Perhaps something is holding you back. Perhaps you just don’t feel really in control, or fulfilled or even content. You have so many of the things you wanted, perhaps a committed relationship, kids, a great job… and yet, it’s all feeling kinda hard and a serious juggle. Perhaps you are looking at yourself and still feel like there are so many unknowns - who am I really? What do I actually want to do? Could I be happier?
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 a registered Clinical Psychologist based in Rondebosch and Gardens, Cape Town. I predominantly provide therapy to adolescents and adults and use an integrative approach based on each client’s individual needs. I aim to provide a comfortable and caring space where clients can explore the challenges they face.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist based in Rondebosch and Gardens, Cape Town. I predominantly provide therapy to adolescents and adults and use an integrative approach based on each client’s individual needs. I aim to provide a comfortable and caring space where clients can explore the challenges they face.
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.
Melissa van Hal
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
14 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
Life can feel overwhelming when you’re trying to balance personal growth, relationships, career decisions, and emotional wellbeing. Many of my clients are professionals, leaders, and everyday people who are doing their best but feel stuck, uncertain, or disconnected from what truly matters. I help you pause, reflect, and reset without pressure or judgment. Whether you're navigating career transitions, burnout, relationship challenges, or self-doubt, our work together is about clarity, emotional resilience, and realistic next steps. This isn’t about fixing you. You’re not broken. It’s about creating space for you to be yourself.
Life can feel overwhelming when you’re trying to balance personal growth, relationships, career decisions, and emotional wellbeing. Many of my clients are professionals, leaders, and everyday people who are doing their best but feel stuck, uncertain, or disconnected from what truly matters. I help you pause, reflect, and reset without pressure or judgment. Whether you're navigating career transitions, burnout, relationship challenges, or self-doubt, our work together is about clarity, emotional resilience, and realistic next steps. This isn’t about fixing you. You’re not broken. It’s about creating space for you to be yourself.
Slindile Mbatha
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
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.
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.
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I enjoy engaging with people from all walks of life. I've worked with clients from a diverse range of settings - from townships & rural clinics, to psychiatric facilities & now private practice. Life can be incredibly overwhelming, which is why it's crucial to find a supportive space to let it all out & find healthy, effective ways to cope. If you're wanting to learn more about yourself & how to promote your mental health, needing practical skills to improve your relationships, mindfulness skills to deal with your thoughts or ways to manage emotions, so that you're in control - look no further! I'm only working online at the moment.
I enjoy engaging with people from all walks of life. I've worked with clients from a diverse range of settings - from townships & rural clinics, to psychiatric facilities & now private practice. Life can be incredibly overwhelming, which is why it's crucial to find a supportive space to let it all out & find healthy, effective ways to cope. If you're wanting to learn more about yourself & how to promote your mental health, needing practical skills to improve your relationships, mindfulness skills to deal with your thoughts or ways to manage emotions, so that you're in control - look no further! I'm only working online at the moment.
Clients range from professionals navigating stress, sleep, motivation, or life transitions, to teens and young adults working through study pressure, relationships, confidence, or feeling stuck.
I offer structured supportive counselling, evidence-based psychological skills, and practical behaviour change support. My approach blends cognitive-behavioural and behavioural science methods with an emphasis on what is workable in your life. Sessions are practical, collaborative, and focused on skills you can use straight away.
Clients range from professionals navigating stress, sleep, motivation, or life transitions, to teens and young adults working through study pressure, relationships, confidence, or feeling stuck.
I offer structured supportive counselling, evidence-based psychological skills, and practical behaviour change support. My approach blends cognitive-behavioural and behavioural science methods with an emphasis on what is workable in your life. Sessions are practical, collaborative, and focused on skills you can use straight away.
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.
I create a warm, supportive environment where we can work together. My therapeutic approach uniquely blends evidence-based psychological methods with mindfulness practices when appropriate, offering a holistic path to healing and growth. My deep appreciation for individual differences, allows me to tailor interventions that respect each client's unique journey and goals. Assessment services are designed to provide comprehensive, in-depth evaluations. My goal is to transform assessment insights into actionable strategies, empowering individuals, families, and educational professionals to support learning and personal development.
I create a warm, supportive environment where we can work together. My therapeutic approach uniquely blends evidence-based psychological methods with mindfulness practices when appropriate, offering a holistic path to healing and growth. My deep appreciation for individual differences, allows me to tailor interventions that respect each client's unique journey and goals. Assessment services are designed to provide comprehensive, in-depth evaluations. My goal is to transform assessment insights into actionable strategies, empowering individuals, families, and educational professionals to support learning and personal development.
I have devoted most of my career to working predominantly with Eating Disorders and anxiety, and have learned the importance of a balanced approach of both accountability and compassion. Prior to my work in this field, I have always had an interest in women's health issues and my work experience includes obesity, infertility, adoption, addiction, body image, couples therapy and building self esteem in young adults. My approach is holistic and client-centered, as I believe in meeting my clients where they are and walking the journey alongside them.
I have devoted most of my career to working predominantly with Eating Disorders and anxiety, and have learned the importance of a balanced approach of both accountability and compassion. Prior to my work in this field, I have always had an interest in women's health issues and my work experience includes obesity, infertility, adoption, addiction, body image, couples therapy and building self esteem in young adults. My approach is holistic and client-centered, as I believe in meeting my clients where they are and walking the journey alongside them.
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Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors
How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.
Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.
Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.
What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.