Emotionally Focused Therapists in Thornton

People can feel overwhelmed at times by the daily stress of life and problems can seem insurmountable. Speaking to a trained Counsellor like me can help you overcome life's challenges and help you make positive changes in your life and relationships.
People can feel overwhelmed at times by the daily stress of life and problems can seem insurmountable. Speaking to a trained Counsellor like me can help you overcome life's challenges and help you make positive changes in your life and relationships.

Melissa van Hal
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
14 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Pause and Connect. Do you ever feel like life’s winding roads could use a supportive guide? I offer specialised wellness counselling to help you tune into you, find steadiness in change, and develop practical, proactive strategies for daily life. Through an integrative and supportive approach, we navigate life’s transitions in a way that feels grounded and meaningful, progressing in the wellness process with confidence in a direction for you.
Pause and Connect. Do you ever feel like life’s winding roads could use a supportive guide? I offer specialised wellness counselling to help you tune into you, find steadiness in change, and develop practical, proactive strategies for daily life. Through an integrative and supportive approach, we navigate life’s transitions in a way that feels grounded and meaningful, progressing in the wellness process with confidence in a direction for you.
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Payment options is cash or EFT.
I am a registered Christian Counselor, with a Masters Degree in counseling and a doctorate degree in Theology. I have been counseling for over twenty years, various cases relating to, divorce, relationships, marital issues, depression, grief, suicide, trauma, stress and emotional pain. I adapt various counseling techniques including CBT, in order to clear your life's pathway ahead from confusion and pain and empower you to cope and to overcome your challenges. I believe that when our soul is hurting it affect's our whole life. We aquire soul wounds in life when we experience any trauma, but we can receive inner healing and freedom
Payment options is cash or EFT.
I am a registered Christian Counselor, with a Masters Degree in counseling and a doctorate degree in Theology. I have been counseling for over twenty years, various cases relating to, divorce, relationships, marital issues, depression, grief, suicide, trauma, stress and emotional pain. I adapt various counseling techniques including CBT, in order to clear your life's pathway ahead from confusion and pain and empower you to cope and to overcome your challenges. I believe that when our soul is hurting it affect's our whole life. We aquire soul wounds in life when we experience any trauma, but we can receive inner healing and freedom

Accepted modes of payment include EFT (Electronic Funds Transfer) or direct cash transfer.
I strongly believe that every individual desires to be well spiritually, physically, and emotionally. My passion lies in helping people achieve holistic well-being. By working collaboratively with clients, we can develop personalized strategies to foster your well-being and help you achieve a more fulfilling life. As a registered wellness counselor with ASCHP, I specialize in providing compassionate, client-centered support to individuals facing various life challenges. With nearly a decade of experience in pastoral care, I offer a unique blend of empathy, understanding, and practical guidance to help you navigate difficult times.
Accepted modes of payment include EFT (Electronic Funds Transfer) or direct cash transfer.
I strongly believe that every individual desires to be well spiritually, physically, and emotionally. My passion lies in helping people achieve holistic well-being. By working collaboratively with clients, we can develop personalized strategies to foster your well-being and help you achieve a more fulfilling life. As a registered wellness counselor with ASCHP, I specialize in providing compassionate, client-centered support to individuals facing various life challenges. With nearly a decade of experience in pastoral care, I offer a unique blend of empathy, understanding, and practical guidance to help you navigate difficult times.

Should you prefer the Cash option, EFT the correct amount and email PoP.
Life gets overwhelming sometimes, for all of us. Even the strongest and most resilient people need help from time to time. Courageous people know when to seek help in order to augment their own resources, to facilitate truncated bounce back cycles. Covid-19 has demonstrated that most of us do not flourish in isolation. You need not journey alone. I work with adults, adolescents (15 years and above), and couples, providing a warm, confidential and supportive psychotherapeutic environment. Trained in Brain-Working Recursive Therapy (BWRT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Should you prefer the Cash option, EFT the correct amount and email PoP.
Life gets overwhelming sometimes, for all of us. Even the strongest and most resilient people need help from time to time. Courageous people know when to seek help in order to augment their own resources, to facilitate truncated bounce back cycles. Covid-19 has demonstrated that most of us do not flourish in isolation. You need not journey alone. I work with adults, adolescents (15 years and above), and couples, providing a warm, confidential and supportive psychotherapeutic environment. Trained in Brain-Working Recursive Therapy (BWRT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

I currently only charge cash ( EFT) and am not contracted with any medical aids.
Life can be unpredictable, often presenting challenges when we least expect them. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by stress or anxiety, experiencing burnout in the workplace, or struggling with self-esteem, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Talking to someone can provide clarity and support during these uncertain times.
I currently only charge cash ( EFT) and am not contracted with any medical aids.
Life can be unpredictable, often presenting challenges when we least expect them. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by stress or anxiety, experiencing burnout in the workplace, or struggling with self-esteem, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Talking to someone can provide clarity and support during these uncertain times.

Payments are made via EFT transfer.
Taking this step can feel so daunting, but you are not alone in this. I am here to walk this journey alongside you. My name is Ky and I work with young adults who are needing a safe space to navigate life's challenges. I believe that nobody knows you better than yourself, and the only professional in this space is: You. My goal is to work with you and tap into that inner voice (that has been silenced over the years), hear what it has to say, and help you to trust it again. You are safe here
Payments are made via EFT transfer.
Taking this step can feel so daunting, but you are not alone in this. I am here to walk this journey alongside you. My name is Ky and I work with young adults who are needing a safe space to navigate life's challenges. I believe that nobody knows you better than yourself, and the only professional in this space is: You. My goal is to work with you and tap into that inner voice (that has been silenced over the years), hear what it has to say, and help you to trust it again. You are safe here

We use EFT, or cash
I will show you the way to Heal Your Life, the world we live in has many challenges and one of them is relationships. If it is with oneself, a partner or a person that walks the path with you. Relationships are a challenge and can go wrong. Couples often seek my help when their relationships reach a breaking point—whether they’re facing divorce or searching for a way forward. I offer individual sessions and the option to join as a family.
Discover new ways to communicate, boost self-confidence, and heal from the emotional trauma of a relationship breakdown. Learn how to recover from divorce, Loss, or health.
We use EFT, or cash
I will show you the way to Heal Your Life, the world we live in has many challenges and one of them is relationships. If it is with oneself, a partner or a person that walks the path with you. Relationships are a challenge and can go wrong. Couples often seek my help when their relationships reach a breaking point—whether they’re facing divorce or searching for a way forward. I offer individual sessions and the option to join as a family.
Discover new ways to communicate, boost self-confidence, and heal from the emotional trauma of a relationship breakdown. Learn how to recover from divorce, Loss, or health.

I do not have card facilities but am happy to accept cash or EFT.
I am a Registered Counsellor, in private practice. I love to get alongside clients struggling with personal or relationship issues and who need a safe space in which to unpack and process the "hard stuff". In my own life I have dealt with infertility, adoption, divorce and bereavement, and the need to reinvent myself as a single mother. We often encounter seemingly insurmountable roadblocks in life, but with support in unpacking and reframing issues, a positive way ahead can usually be found. My Christian faith is important to me, but I am happy to work with clients of other faiths.
I do not have card facilities but am happy to accept cash or EFT.
I am a Registered Counsellor, in private practice. I love to get alongside clients struggling with personal or relationship issues and who need a safe space in which to unpack and process the "hard stuff". In my own life I have dealt with infertility, adoption, divorce and bereavement, and the need to reinvent myself as a single mother. We often encounter seemingly insurmountable roadblocks in life, but with support in unpacking and reframing issues, a positive way ahead can usually be found. My Christian faith is important to me, but I am happy to work with clients of other faiths.

I do accept medical aid claims or EFT payments before the session.
Feeling lost and hopeless? Need someone to talk to and help you navigate life with better understanding, self awareness and self-discovery? Look no further I am your Social Worker who can help you achieve your emotional and mental well-being.
I do accept medical aid claims or EFT payments before the session.
Feeling lost and hopeless? Need someone to talk to and help you navigate life with better understanding, self awareness and self-discovery? Look no further I am your Social Worker who can help you achieve your emotional and mental well-being.

We accept EFT, Debit or Credit Card Payments.
Are you in need of professional help or clarity with regards to your personal life, relationships, or your mental health? Do you have any life goals, needs or challenges, wherein you need guidance, support, towards understanding yourself and others? Your holistic mental health is my passion. I will help you navigate your journey towards self-discovery and understanding, as well as improving your relationships on a personal or professional level. Sessions are tailor made for the youth, adults, couples and families striving for psychosocial wellbeing.
We accept EFT, Debit or Credit Card Payments.
Are you in need of professional help or clarity with regards to your personal life, relationships, or your mental health? Do you have any life goals, needs or challenges, wherein you need guidance, support, towards understanding yourself and others? Your holistic mental health is my passion. I will help you navigate your journey towards self-discovery and understanding, as well as improving your relationships on a personal or professional level. Sessions are tailor made for the youth, adults, couples and families striving for psychosocial wellbeing.

I am not affiliated with any medical aid companies, therefore eft transfers are required before each session.
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 am not affiliated with any medical aid companies, therefore eft transfers are required before each session.
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.

Private clients prefer to settle via EFT or card payments.
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.
Private clients prefer to settle via EFT or card payments.
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.

Payments are in advance - eft or paypal is preferred.
My goal is to ensure that my clients are empowered to cope with their challenges and that whatever we accomplish during our sessions leaves them feeling better and more in control of their situations. I treat each client as an individual and I don't believe in using the same approach with every client. My respect for cultures comes from my travel and my interaction with different cultures and traditions, each having its unique set of guidelenes and principles that I understand and value.
I am known for being an excellent listener and providing clients with a safe space with trust and without judgment.
Payments are in advance - eft or paypal is preferred.
My goal is to ensure that my clients are empowered to cope with their challenges and that whatever we accomplish during our sessions leaves them feeling better and more in control of their situations. I treat each client as an individual and I don't believe in using the same approach with every client. My respect for cultures comes from my travel and my interaction with different cultures and traditions, each having its unique set of guidelenes and principles that I understand and value.
I am known for being an excellent listener and providing clients with a safe space with trust and without judgment.

I issue an account at the end of each calendar month and request an EFT within 7 days.
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 issue an account at the end of each calendar month and request an EFT within 7 days.
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.

At T1S we take cash payments or eft, thank you.
As a registered Specialist Wellness Counsellor with extensive expertise (6+ years), I lead T1S (Transforming Lives One Session At A Time), a thriving international practice. My specialties include addiction, depression, CBT, relationship counselling, and overall wellness for adults & children. Additionally I offer guidance on financial struggles, family dynamics and personal growth. Together, we can Transform Your Life One Session At A Time. I also do T1S Groups where 7 people come together and we have a group session together.
At T1S we take cash payments or eft, thank you.
As a registered Specialist Wellness Counsellor with extensive expertise (6+ years), I lead T1S (Transforming Lives One Session At A Time), a thriving international practice. My specialties include addiction, depression, CBT, relationship counselling, and overall wellness for adults & children. Additionally I offer guidance on financial struggles, family dynamics and personal growth. Together, we can Transform Your Life One Session At A Time. I also do T1S Groups where 7 people come together and we have a group session together.

I use primarily Emotionally Focused Therapy and borrowing also from the work of Hedy Shleifer and Imago attachment principles.
I work with a trauma and attachment lens using empirically validated modalities to understand underlying patterns in order to target areas for improvement which will move your relationship from disconnection, hurt and distress to safety, connection and joy.
I use primarily Emotionally Focused Therapy and borrowing also from the work of Hedy Shleifer and Imago attachment principles.
I work with a trauma and attachment lens using empirically validated modalities to understand underlying patterns in order to target areas for improvement which will move your relationship from disconnection, hurt and distress to safety, connection and joy.

I can provide invoices and my preferred method of payment is EFT.
Restoring Wholeness is committed to enhancing overall well-being through counselling services that integrate the interconnected aspects of life—body, mind, and spirit. Whether facing personal challenges, relationship issues, trauma, or seeking personal growth, support is provided with the goal of assisting as effectively as possible. The focus is on treating the whole person, acknowledging the intricate connections between physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Restoring Wholeness offers wellness counselling that addresses mental health support and emotional well-being to help individuals navigate life's challenges.
I can provide invoices and my preferred method of payment is EFT.
Restoring Wholeness is committed to enhancing overall well-being through counselling services that integrate the interconnected aspects of life—body, mind, and spirit. Whether facing personal challenges, relationship issues, trauma, or seeking personal growth, support is provided with the goal of assisting as effectively as possible. The focus is on treating the whole person, acknowledging the intricate connections between physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Restoring Wholeness offers wellness counselling that addresses mental health support and emotional well-being to help individuals navigate life's challenges.

Can be paid in cash, card or EFT before each session.
We all experience challenges in life that tend to throw us off balance. And at times restoring that balance can be hard. I would like to guide you in understanding yourself better and help you identify and practice various tools that may help you in restoring that balance.
Can be paid in cash, card or EFT before each session.
We all experience challenges in life that tend to throw us off balance. And at times restoring that balance can be hard. I would like to guide you in understanding yourself better and help you identify and practice various tools that may help you in restoring that balance.

Payments are in-person (cash or EFT), or online via PayFast.
My ideal client is someone who has a need for therapy, but may find it difficult to talk about their issues. Words may seem limited to describe what they feel inside of themselves. Child clients sometimes don't know or understand the extent of their unhappiness, or are too young to know that they are mentally and emotionally affected by circumstances. My ideal client is someone who suffers from trauma and early childhood wounding, or presents an array of other clinical presentations, including depression, anxiety disorders and much more. Clients seek therapy because they have a desire to be healed and emotionally be in balance.
Payments are in-person (cash or EFT), or online via PayFast.
My ideal client is someone who has a need for therapy, but may find it difficult to talk about their issues. Words may seem limited to describe what they feel inside of themselves. Child clients sometimes don't know or understand the extent of their unhappiness, or are too young to know that they are mentally and emotionally affected by circumstances. My ideal client is someone who suffers from trauma and early childhood wounding, or presents an array of other clinical presentations, including depression, anxiety disorders and much more. Clients seek therapy because they have a desire to be healed and emotionally be in balance.
Nearby Emotionally Focused Counsellors Searches for Thornton
- Bellville
- Claremont
- Edgemead
- Goodwood
- Melkbosstrand
- Milnerton
- Parklands
- Parow
- Pinelands
- Plattekloof
- Sunningdale
- Table View
Emotionally Focused Counsellors
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.