Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Scarborough
Trauma work is my passion and addiction are often closely related to past traumas.
If you have been traumatized or have suffered a loss and are stuck in a cycle of addiction, I am here to help you navigate these issues and experience the change, relief, and lightness you’re looking for.
Trauma work is my passion and addiction are often closely related to past traumas.
If you have been traumatized or have suffered a loss and are stuck in a cycle of addiction, I am here to help you navigate these issues and experience the change, relief, and lightness you’re looking for.
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I work with adult clients (age 20+) battling with Depression, Anxiety, Trauma and Bereavement, including a range of other mental health-related issues.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist in private practice who works with individuals from all walks of life. I provide comprehensive and individualised psychological interventions tailored to the individual. I have a strengths-based approach to therapy which recognizes the client's natural abilities and resilience as critical to their progress in therapy. Therapy is not just about focusing on what's wrong with you. It's also about discovering what's right with you - and harnessing that to take you in the direction you prefer to go.
I work with adult clients (age 20+) battling with Depression, Anxiety, Trauma and Bereavement, including a range of other mental health-related issues.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist in private practice who works with individuals from all walks of life. I provide comprehensive and individualised psychological interventions tailored to the individual. I have a strengths-based approach to therapy which recognizes the client's natural abilities and resilience as critical to their progress in therapy. Therapy is not just about focusing on what's wrong with you. It's also about discovering what's right with you - and harnessing that to take you in the direction you prefer to go.
You might also experiences more severe symptoms like phobias, panic attacks, social anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance abuse, self harm, eating disorders etc.
My goal is to promote positive change, growth and development. To obtain this objective I use BWRT® – BrainWorking Recursive Therapy® – a new completely unique model of psychology and psychopathology that fits comfortably with current thinking on neuroscience. Together we will explore your challenges and help you to move forward.
You might also experiences more severe symptoms like phobias, panic attacks, social anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance abuse, self harm, eating disorders etc.
My goal is to promote positive change, growth and development. To obtain this objective I use BWRT® – BrainWorking Recursive Therapy® – a new completely unique model of psychology and psychopathology that fits comfortably with current thinking on neuroscience. Together we will explore your challenges and help you to move forward.
I have experience in many areas including trauma, anxiety disorders, stress, abuse and personal growth.
As a psychologist my aim is to create a safe and welcoming environment for my clients. I am a passionate and committed professional who understands mental and emotional health and its importance to each individual and their community. I celebrate my clients for their uniqueness, and so believe in customising my sessions to build around their specific issues. My main aim is to ensure that they feel heard and supported, leaving them more able to share freely. Together we can address any problems and issues and apply suitable resources and techniques to help improve their sense of wellbeing.
I have experience in many areas including trauma, anxiety disorders, stress, abuse and personal growth.
As a psychologist my aim is to create a safe and welcoming environment for my clients. I am a passionate and committed professional who understands mental and emotional health and its importance to each individual and their community. I celebrate my clients for their uniqueness, and so believe in customising my sessions to build around their specific issues. My main aim is to ensure that they feel heard and supported, leaving them more able to share freely. Together we can address any problems and issues and apply suitable resources and techniques to help improve their sense of wellbeing.
Areas of interest include; bullying, anger management, anxiety, ptsd, trauma, self-esteem, bereavement, behavioural issues, couples counselling, stress and any difficulties coping with life and challenges within yourself or family.
Counselling has become a part of my life and I believe that we should all strive to be our true authentic self. Counselling is not just a career but a calling where I can see how my purpose fuels my passion. Working as an effective, competent counsellor is what drives the level of integrity and willingness to see a difference in clients’ lives. Therefore I am dedicated to provide psychological services to individuals, toddlers, adolescents, young adults, adults, groups, couples and families. My aim is to create a space where clients can be their authentic self's.
Areas of interest include; bullying, anger management, anxiety, ptsd, trauma, self-esteem, bereavement, behavioural issues, couples counselling, stress and any difficulties coping with life and challenges within yourself or family.
Counselling has become a part of my life and I believe that we should all strive to be our true authentic self. Counselling is not just a career but a calling where I can see how my purpose fuels my passion. Working as an effective, competent counsellor is what drives the level of integrity and willingness to see a difference in clients’ lives. Therefore I am dedicated to provide psychological services to individuals, toddlers, adolescents, young adults, adults, groups, couples and families. My aim is to create a space where clients can be their authentic self's.
I am also trained in trauma therapy.
Hi. I am an experienced therapist who enjoys working with clients who are pursuing psychological growth and development. My goal is to provide an environment and professional skills which can assist you in achieving this goal. I look forward to taking this journey with you.
I am also trained in trauma therapy.
Hi. I am an experienced therapist who enjoys working with clients who are pursuing psychological growth and development. My goal is to provide an environment and professional skills which can assist you in achieving this goal. I look forward to taking this journey with you.
What sets my approach apart is its foundation in trauma-informed modalities, compassion-based practices, and high-performance psychology, offering you a holistic and comprehensive path to mental health and well-being.
My goal is to help you increase your tolerance for challenging sensations, emotions, thoughts, and patterns that contribute to this chronic suffering. With my guidance, we will create more flexibility in your nervous system’s responses, build compassion for the parts of you that feel stuck, and cultivate courage, resilience, and mental toughness.
What sets my approach apart is its foundation in trauma-informed modalities, compassion-based practices, and high-performance psychology, offering you a holistic and comprehensive path to mental health and well-being.
My goal is to help you increase your tolerance for challenging sensations, emotions, thoughts, and patterns that contribute to this chronic suffering. With my guidance, we will create more flexibility in your nervous system’s responses, build compassion for the parts of you that feel stuck, and cultivate courage, resilience, and mental toughness.
My areas of specialty are trauma, emotional disorders, grief and psychosomatics.
My philosophy is that all of us have the necessary abilities to overcome any challenges in life with the right support. I offer an integrative approach to counselling that draws on Gestalt, existential and cognitive theories. I view counselling as a creative process of discovering the masterpiece in each client. I work within an interpersonal framework that places the relationship between the client and the therapist at the heart of the process.
My areas of specialty are trauma, emotional disorders, grief and psychosomatics.
My philosophy is that all of us have the necessary abilities to overcome any challenges in life with the right support. I offer an integrative approach to counselling that draws on Gestalt, existential and cognitive theories. I view counselling as a creative process of discovering the masterpiece in each client. I work within an interpersonal framework that places the relationship between the client and the therapist at the heart of the process.
I work with clients facing a range of challenges, especially depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship difficulties.
Life can be full of important, painful and challenging relationships, and for me psychological support is a relationship experience that can lead to insight and positive change. I have a diverse range of interests, and I enjoy working with infants, children, adolescents and adults. I have experience in providing both psychotherapy and psychological assessment. Please contact me for more information or you can book your first session directly on my website at www.thomasgeffen.com/book-online
I work with clients facing a range of challenges, especially depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship difficulties.
Life can be full of important, painful and challenging relationships, and for me psychological support is a relationship experience that can lead to insight and positive change. I have a diverse range of interests, and I enjoy working with infants, children, adolescents and adults. I have experience in providing both psychotherapy and psychological assessment. Please contact me for more information or you can book your first session directly on my website at www.thomasgeffen.com/book-online
I draw on a variety of modalities including DBT, CBT, Positive Psychology, Trauma Work, and creative therapies.
Hi, I’m Blythe – a Specialist Wellness Counsellor (ASCHP) with a B.Soc.Sc (Hons) in Psychology and a passion for supporting people through life’s messy, meaningful moments. If you’re feeling burnt out, anxious, disconnected, or weighed down by past or present experiences, you’re not alone – and you don’t have to stay stuck or weighed down. I offer a person-centred space where you can explore what’s really going on, reconnect with yourself, and find practical tools that make everyday life feel more manageable and more you. No cookie-cutter therapy here. Just real, personalized support – for the real you.
I draw on a variety of modalities including DBT, CBT, Positive Psychology, Trauma Work, and creative therapies.
Hi, I’m Blythe – a Specialist Wellness Counsellor (ASCHP) with a B.Soc.Sc (Hons) in Psychology and a passion for supporting people through life’s messy, meaningful moments. If you’re feeling burnt out, anxious, disconnected, or weighed down by past or present experiences, you’re not alone – and you don’t have to stay stuck or weighed down. I offer a person-centred space where you can explore what’s really going on, reconnect with yourself, and find practical tools that make everyday life feel more manageable and more you. No cookie-cutter therapy here. Just real, personalized support – for the real you.
I am passionate about assisting people reach a place of contentment and fulfillment, be they coming from a place of loss and grief, life changes and divorce, trauma or bad choices. I am a qualified in EMDR. Inter-relational dynamics and family health are important, including communication, personal awareness and growth . I work strongly with children (play therapy), adolescents and adults around transitions, divorce, coping, trauma, grief and self development. My skills include addictions and co-dependency, mediation services, parenting plans and family assessments for care of children, helping children adjust and cope with change.
I am passionate about assisting people reach a place of contentment and fulfillment, be they coming from a place of loss and grief, life changes and divorce, trauma or bad choices. I am a qualified in EMDR. Inter-relational dynamics and family health are important, including communication, personal awareness and growth . I work strongly with children (play therapy), adolescents and adults around transitions, divorce, coping, trauma, grief and self development. My skills include addictions and co-dependency, mediation services, parenting plans and family assessments for care of children, helping children adjust and cope with change.
I have a special interest in trauma—whether from past events, childhood experiences, or recent traumatic events, as well as stress, sport psychology, grief, and loss, performance, personal development etc.
I am a Registered Counsellor, and qualified Transformational Coach. My approach is down-to-earth and collaborative and I value the therapeutic relationship as a tool for meaningful change.
I have a special interest in trauma—whether from past events, childhood experiences, or recent traumatic events, as well as stress, sport psychology, grief, and loss, performance, personal development etc.
I am a Registered Counsellor, and qualified Transformational Coach. My approach is down-to-earth and collaborative and I value the therapeutic relationship as a tool for meaningful change.
She has a special interest in working with infant and maternal mental health challenges, an also sees clients who struggle with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, PTSD or phase-of-life-challenges.
Gerda works with infants, teens and adults. She also has experience as a family therapist and enjoys working with couples as well. Her special interests are in the fields of attachment and trauma, and she works collaboratively with clients to support their efforts to grow and heal.
She has a special interest in working with infant and maternal mental health challenges, an also sees clients who struggle with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, PTSD or phase-of-life-challenges.
Gerda works with infants, teens and adults. She also has experience as a family therapist and enjoys working with couples as well. Her special interests are in the fields of attachment and trauma, and she works collaboratively with clients to support their efforts to grow and heal.
Mainly; trauma (past/present), phobias, anxiety, depressive symptoms, low self-esteem, and more.
Navigating your way through life's challenges can often be exhausting. No one knows better what you are going through than you, but you do not have to go through it alone. Whether you are a child, teenager, young adult or parent, my counselling space is open to you. Your well-being is a priority and together we will collaborate on improving your general well-being and addressing specific challenges that come to the surface.
Mainly; trauma (past/present), phobias, anxiety, depressive symptoms, low self-esteem, and more.
Navigating your way through life's challenges can often be exhausting. No one knows better what you are going through than you, but you do not have to go through it alone. Whether you are a child, teenager, young adult or parent, my counselling space is open to you. Your well-being is a priority and together we will collaborate on improving your general well-being and addressing specific challenges that come to the surface.
I am a Cape Town based Trauma and Couple's Counsellor focused on improving relationships with ourselves and others.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, overcoming trauma, or struggling in a relationship, I can offer you a compassionate and judgement free space, and will walk by your side offering you unconditional support and while you work towards the changes you desire.
I am a Cape Town based Trauma and Couple's Counsellor focused on improving relationships with ourselves and others.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, overcoming trauma, or struggling in a relationship, I can offer you a compassionate and judgement free space, and will walk by your side offering you unconditional support and while you work towards the changes you desire.
As South African's we face a remarkable amount of trauma, in our home, in the broader populace and after the global pandemic.
I seek to help anyone dealing with traumatic experiences; as well as individuals who need help coping with daily life, and any significant life transitions. If your goal is to find healthy coping mechanisms, or to just move from a space of darkness into hopefulness, I will gladly facilitate that. Talk-therapy offers 50mins to just focus on yourself - something which, especially with the overwhelming nature of life- has become dearly important.
As South African's we face a remarkable amount of trauma, in our home, in the broader populace and after the global pandemic.
I seek to help anyone dealing with traumatic experiences; as well as individuals who need help coping with daily life, and any significant life transitions. If your goal is to find healthy coping mechanisms, or to just move from a space of darkness into hopefulness, I will gladly facilitate that. Talk-therapy offers 50mins to just focus on yourself - something which, especially with the overwhelming nature of life- has become dearly important.
I am a Registered Counsellor with the HPCSA (PRC 0041815) and have a special interest in working with trauma.
Whether you want to process a traumatic experience, improve your self-esteem, learn to cope with anxiety, take better care of your mental health or determine your suitability for a career, I can provide you with a safe and accepting space to do so. People experience challenges differently. What seems insignificant to one person may overwhelm another.
I am a Registered Counsellor with the HPCSA (PRC 0041815) and have a special interest in working with trauma.
Whether you want to process a traumatic experience, improve your self-esteem, learn to cope with anxiety, take better care of your mental health or determine your suitability for a career, I can provide you with a safe and accepting space to do so. People experience challenges differently. What seems insignificant to one person may overwhelm another.
Our trauma and abuse counselling service offers expert care and compassion to anyone who has suffered trauma or abuse and for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other types of gender-based violence, our counselling service provides a secure and private setting.
We are committed to assisting people in realizing their greatest potential and leading the best lives possible. The goal of the individualized counselling services is to improve clients’ general wellbeing and quality of life. We support a holistic strategy that considers a person’s physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
Our trauma and abuse counselling service offers expert care and compassion to anyone who has suffered trauma or abuse and for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other types of gender-based violence, our counselling service provides a secure and private setting.
We are committed to assisting people in realizing their greatest potential and leading the best lives possible. The goal of the individualized counselling services is to improve clients’ general wellbeing and quality of life. We support a holistic strategy that considers a person’s physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
With a compassionate, trauma-informed approach, I help individuals and families build resilience, emotional balance, and healing.
If you’re carrying the impact of past experiences or navigating stress, anxiety, or self-doubt, know that you don’t have to face it alone. Together, we can create a safe space where you can soften into yourself, reconnect with what has always been within you, and gently unravel the patterns that no longer serve you. This work is not about changing who you are—it’s about remembering, reclaiming, and embracing your resilience with compassion and care.
With a compassionate, trauma-informed approach, I help individuals and families build resilience, emotional balance, and healing.
If you’re carrying the impact of past experiences or navigating stress, anxiety, or self-doubt, know that you don’t have to face it alone. Together, we can create a safe space where you can soften into yourself, reconnect with what has always been within you, and gently unravel the patterns that no longer serve you. This work is not about changing who you are—it’s about remembering, reclaiming, and embracing your resilience with compassion and care.
I am a dedicated and committed social worker striving to make a positive, long term change in clients' lives through my professional and effective social work services. In my experience of over a decade my expertise extends to areas such as individual and family therapy, trauma debriefing, grief counselling, stress management and mental health awareness. As a dedicated social worker I serve my clients with empathy and dedication that could make a lasting impact.
I am a dedicated and committed social worker striving to make a positive, long term change in clients' lives through my professional and effective social work services. In my experience of over a decade my expertise extends to areas such as individual and family therapy, trauma debriefing, grief counselling, stress management and mental health awareness. As a dedicated social worker I serve my clients with empathy and dedication that could make a lasting impact.
Nearby Trauma and PTSD Counsellors Searches for Scarborough
- Bergvliet
- Capri
- Fish Hoek
- Glencairn
- Hout Bay
- Kalk Bay
- Kirstenhof
- Kommetjie
- Lakeside
- Muizenberg
- Simon's Town
- Tokai
Trauma and PTSD Counsellors
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.