Parenting Therapists in Thornton
Melissa van Hal
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
14 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
My focus areas include education, parenting, all life stages—from children to seniors—and living will support.
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.
My focus areas include education, parenting, all life stages—from children to seniors—and living will support.
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.
My specialties include: addiction, anxiety, children and teens, depression, divorce, relationship issues, parenting and self-esteem.
Are you experiencing uncertainty with how to navigate some of life's challenging issues? Are you ready to take control of your mental health and well-being?
My specialties include: addiction, anxiety, children and teens, depression, divorce, relationship issues, parenting and self-esteem.
Are you experiencing uncertainty with how to navigate some of life's challenging issues? Are you ready to take control of your mental health and well-being?
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.
It takes courage to look within and to consider the experiences, relationships and ways of coping that cause you to feel stuck or in pain. The purpose of psychotherapy is to support you in the process of deepening your self-knowledge and to grow your ability to bear life’s challenges. While living with awareness is not always easy, it can mean a life filled with a greater sense of meaning, wellbeing, and peace. Please feel free to email me at charli@charlipunt.co.za to enquire about an appointment. For more information you can also visit my website: www.charlipunt.co.za
It takes courage to look within and to consider the experiences, relationships and ways of coping that cause you to feel stuck or in pain. The purpose of psychotherapy is to support you in the process of deepening your self-knowledge and to grow your ability to bear life’s challenges. While living with awareness is not always easy, it can mean a life filled with a greater sense of meaning, wellbeing, and peace. Please feel free to email me at charli@charlipunt.co.za to enquire about an appointment. For more information you can also visit my website: www.charlipunt.co.za
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Being an adoptive family comes with unique challenges for all members. Cape Town Adoption Support aims to assist adoptive families at every stage of their journey, whehter you are considering adoption as a way to grow your family, being screened as an adoptive parent, waiting for placement of a baby or parenting your adopted children. Therapists from Cape Town Adoption Support see adoptive parents, adopted people, children and adults as well as birth parents who have placed a child for adoption. Cape Town Adoption Support also runs monthly support groups for adoptive parents and adopted people.
Being an adoptive family comes with unique challenges for all members. Cape Town Adoption Support aims to assist adoptive families at every stage of their journey, whehter you are considering adoption as a way to grow your family, being screened as an adoptive parent, waiting for placement of a baby or parenting your adopted children. Therapists from Cape Town Adoption Support see adoptive parents, adopted people, children and adults as well as birth parents who have placed a child for adoption. Cape Town Adoption Support also runs monthly support groups for adoptive parents and adopted people.
She offers: Individual Counselling (Children & Adults); Couples Counselling; Co- parenting mediation & plans; Family Counselling; Wellness Talks & Psychosocial Workshops for schools & corporates.
Mimi completed a four-year degree in psychology and 9 month internship counselling at Headway (An association for Traumatic Brain Injury); Witkoppen Health and Welfare Clinic and volunteered on The Phelophepha Train of Hope, under the supervision of psychologists. These experiences opened Mimi up to extensively appreciate the extreme diversity and need to offer polarised and inclusive counselling services to the dynamic cultures and context of South Africa. Mimi is highly trained in psychology to provide an array of psychological & mental health services. She’s adopted the Person-Centered and Solution-Focused Approach.
She offers: Individual Counselling (Children & Adults); Couples Counselling; Co- parenting mediation & plans; Family Counselling; Wellness Talks & Psychosocial Workshops for schools & corporates.
Mimi completed a four-year degree in psychology and 9 month internship counselling at Headway (An association for Traumatic Brain Injury); Witkoppen Health and Welfare Clinic and volunteered on The Phelophepha Train of Hope, under the supervision of psychologists. These experiences opened Mimi up to extensively appreciate the extreme diversity and need to offer polarised and inclusive counselling services to the dynamic cultures and context of South Africa. Mimi is highly trained in psychology to provide an array of psychological & mental health services. She’s adopted the Person-Centered and Solution-Focused Approach.
With expertise in Neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD), I offer tailored therapy to address various concerns, from childhood anxiety and behavioural challenges to family conflicts and parenting strategies.
I specialize in supporting children and families. I understand that navigating the challenges of family life and child development can be complex and emotional. My mission is to provide a warm, empathetic environment where you and your family can feel supported and understood.
With expertise in Neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD), I offer tailored therapy to address various concerns, from childhood anxiety and behavioural challenges to family conflicts and parenting strategies.
I specialize in supporting children and families. I understand that navigating the challenges of family life and child development can be complex and emotional. My mission is to provide a warm, empathetic environment where you and your family can feel supported and understood.
Tanja Smuts
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Bellville 7530
Waitlist for new clients
With young children I use play therapy and I also offer parenting work.
I focus on therapeutic work with children, adolescents and parents. I am happy to work with presenting issues such as developmental concerns, child emotional and behavioural problems, depression (including post-natal depression), anxiety, self-esteem end personality issues, family difficulties, bereavement, trauma and adjustment difficulties.
With young children I use play therapy and I also offer parenting work.
I focus on therapeutic work with children, adolescents and parents. I am happy to work with presenting issues such as developmental concerns, child emotional and behavioural problems, depression (including post-natal depression), anxiety, self-esteem end personality issues, family difficulties, bereavement, trauma and adjustment difficulties.
I provide counselling to couples, individuals and families at my practice in Brackenfell, with about 20 years' experience in Drug and Alcohol addiction, Trauma, Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, Divorce, Parenting and Employee Wellness.
I am a Registered Counsellor in Private Practice, specializing in Relationship and Family Counselling, with my calling, passion and purpose in life being: “Helping Individuals, couples and families achieve Victory in and through Relationships.”
I provide counselling to couples, individuals and families at my practice in Brackenfell, with about 20 years' experience in Drug and Alcohol addiction, Trauma, Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, Divorce, Parenting and Employee Wellness.
I am a Registered Counsellor in Private Practice, specializing in Relationship and Family Counselling, with my calling, passion and purpose in life being: “Helping Individuals, couples and families achieve Victory in and through Relationships.”
Areas of special interest include Infant Mental Health, Parent-Infant Psychotherapy, Attachment and Bonding, Depression, and Anxiety.
Invested in the emotional well-being and holistic development of my clients, I work to assist them in developing insight into their difficulties, current patterns of thinking and behaving, as well as relational patterns.
Areas of special interest include Infant Mental Health, Parent-Infant Psychotherapy, Attachment and Bonding, Depression, and Anxiety.
Invested in the emotional well-being and holistic development of my clients, I work to assist them in developing insight into their difficulties, current patterns of thinking and behaving, as well as relational patterns.
I create a space for people to work through traumas , grief, parenting issues, family conflict, suicidal, relationship problems.
As parents we become powerless when our children are going through challenges , in my counselling space I provide a space that is allowing parents to help Thier children. Family counselling, trauma counselling, grief. The space created for clients to gain insight and have different perspective.
I create a space for people to work through traumas , grief, parenting issues, family conflict, suicidal, relationship problems.
As parents we become powerless when our children are going through challenges , in my counselling space I provide a space that is allowing parents to help Thier children. Family counselling, trauma counselling, grief. The space created for clients to gain insight and have different perspective.
Anuska Rabe-Steynberg
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Brackenfell 7560
Waitlist for new clients
Therefore, the parent is responsible for the payment of sessions.
I have a passion for working with children, adolescents and young adults. In my practice, I strive to facilitate every child's growth for them to be able to reach their full potential. My special interests include psycho-educational assessments, therapeutic interventions, career guidance and assessments and school readiness assessments. I employ an integrated approach to assessment and therapy to address various challenges that my clients may face. By doing so, it allows me to design interventions that are person-centered. I also work collaboratively with schools and other professionals. I am fully bilingual (Afrikaans and English).
Therefore, the parent is responsible for the payment of sessions.
I have a passion for working with children, adolescents and young adults. In my practice, I strive to facilitate every child's growth for them to be able to reach their full potential. My special interests include psycho-educational assessments, therapeutic interventions, career guidance and assessments and school readiness assessments. I employ an integrated approach to assessment and therapy to address various challenges that my clients may face. By doing so, it allows me to design interventions that are person-centered. I also work collaboratively with schools and other professionals. I am fully bilingual (Afrikaans and English).
I specialize in providing compassionate support for individuals, couples, and families facing life transitions, relationship challenges, parenting struggles, or self-esteem issues.
As a dedicated and compassionate Registered Counsellor with over a decade of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals, couples, families, and groups through life’s most challenging moments. Whether you’re navigating life transitions, managing stress, overcoming relationship issues, or seeking clarity in your career, I am here to provide a safe, affirming, and non-judgmental space to explore and overcome obstacles. I bring a wealth of expertise in working with diverse populations, including LGBTQIA+ individuals, single mothers, and adolescents, ensuring that each client feels seen, heard, and valued.
I specialize in providing compassionate support for individuals, couples, and families facing life transitions, relationship challenges, parenting struggles, or self-esteem issues.
As a dedicated and compassionate Registered Counsellor with over a decade of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals, couples, families, and groups through life’s most challenging moments. Whether you’re navigating life transitions, managing stress, overcoming relationship issues, or seeking clarity in your career, I am here to provide a safe, affirming, and non-judgmental space to explore and overcome obstacles. I bring a wealth of expertise in working with diverse populations, including LGBTQIA+ individuals, single mothers, and adolescents, ensuring that each client feels seen, heard, and valued.
Our ideal clients might be struggling with issues like anxiety, strained relationships, or parenting difficulties, feeling overwhelmed and longing for clarity and connection.
Evergreen Family Centre offers individual counseling to build self-awareness, couples sessions to enhance communication, and family therapy to mend bonds and resolve conflict. With a focus on practical strategies and emotional support, we empower clients to overcome obstacles, deepen connections, and achieve lasting well-being tailored to their unique needs.
Our ideal clients might be struggling with issues like anxiety, strained relationships, or parenting difficulties, feeling overwhelmed and longing for clarity and connection.
Evergreen Family Centre offers individual counseling to build self-awareness, couples sessions to enhance communication, and family therapy to mend bonds and resolve conflict. With a focus on practical strategies and emotional support, we empower clients to overcome obstacles, deepen connections, and achieve lasting well-being tailored to their unique needs.
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.
MA Research Focus: Alcohol abuse and parent-child relationships DPhil Research Focus: Psychosocial issues of grief and loss & HIV
I offer counselling and coaching mostly in the areas of trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship and family matters. I work with individuals, couples and families. Having been in the field for over 15 years; I have a passion for assisting clients to overcome challenges; seeing them become the best version of themselves and living within their purpose.
MA Research Focus: Alcohol abuse and parent-child relationships DPhil Research Focus: Psychosocial issues of grief and loss & HIV
I offer counselling and coaching mostly in the areas of trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship and family matters. I work with individuals, couples and families. Having been in the field for over 15 years; I have a passion for assisting clients to overcome challenges; seeing them become the best version of themselves and living within their purpose.
I offer Couples & Family therapy as well as parenting support for managing teen challenging behaviour.
What is the most important thing in the world? It is the people! This Maori proverb strongly reflect my life and work philosophy. The goal of my approach is the long-term alleviation of distress & suffering. Immediately after a session clients will often feel hopeful and their mood lifts. Thereafter they return to the same home or work environment which maintains the stress and they may feel exactly the same. CBT and DBT provide strategies for longer term relief and successful management of difficulties. Together we will focus on adjusting thoughts, working through difficult emotions, and changing self-defeating behaviours.
I offer Couples & Family therapy as well as parenting support for managing teen challenging behaviour.
What is the most important thing in the world? It is the people! This Maori proverb strongly reflect my life and work philosophy. The goal of my approach is the long-term alleviation of distress & suffering. Immediately after a session clients will often feel hopeful and their mood lifts. Thereafter they return to the same home or work environment which maintains the stress and they may feel exactly the same. CBT and DBT provide strategies for longer term relief and successful management of difficulties. Together we will focus on adjusting thoughts, working through difficult emotions, and changing self-defeating behaviours.
Whether you are a child, teenager, young adult or parent, my counselling space is open to you.
I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their challenges and work towards healing and positive change. I believe the therapeutic process can bring clarity, resilience, and empowerment, helping individuals navigate life’s complexities with confidence. My approach is client-centered, focusing on each person’s unique needs.
Whether you are a child, teenager, young adult or parent, my counselling space is open to you.
I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their challenges and work towards healing and positive change. I believe the therapeutic process can bring clarity, resilience, and empowerment, helping individuals navigate life’s complexities with confidence. My approach is client-centered, focusing on each person’s unique needs.
While I work predominantly in personal and professional development, I also work with individuals to deal with life challenges, stress, transitions, mild anxiety & depression, relationship issues & parenting.
Are you going through a life change or challenge? Are you feeling stuck? I have 30 years of experience as a counsellor & career coach, working with children, teens & adults - young and old. I've worked privately, in non-profit and education sectors, in SA & Switzerland. If you are struggling with a personal or professional issue, going through a crisis or a transition, or need to think through options & make decisions, then I would love to support you. I have a holisitic approach & am a practical, goal-oriented counsellor who can help you understand yourself, focus on your development & move forward with confidence and positivity.
While I work predominantly in personal and professional development, I also work with individuals to deal with life challenges, stress, transitions, mild anxiety & depression, relationship issues & parenting.
Are you going through a life change or challenge? Are you feeling stuck? I have 30 years of experience as a counsellor & career coach, working with children, teens & adults - young and old. I've worked privately, in non-profit and education sectors, in SA & Switzerland. If you are struggling with a personal or professional issue, going through a crisis or a transition, or need to think through options & make decisions, then I would love to support you. I have a holisitic approach & am a practical, goal-oriented counsellor who can help you understand yourself, focus on your development & move forward with confidence and positivity.
Whether you are a parent seeking support for your child; a teen seeking guidance through the modern world's twists and turns; or an adult aiming to improve your mental health, I am here alongside you on your journey to mental wellness.
Counselling: My passion lies in helping children/teens/ and adults navigate the complexities of their emotional and mental health. Self-Help and Personal Development: I create self-help journals and resources aimed at teens and pre-teens, promoting mental health, emotional regulation, and self-confidence. Parenting Support & Guidance: It takes a village!
Whether you are a parent seeking support for your child; a teen seeking guidance through the modern world's twists and turns; or an adult aiming to improve your mental health, I am here alongside you on your journey to mental wellness.
Counselling: My passion lies in helping children/teens/ and adults navigate the complexities of their emotional and mental health. Self-Help and Personal Development: I create self-help journals and resources aimed at teens and pre-teens, promoting mental health, emotional regulation, and self-confidence. Parenting Support & Guidance: It takes a village!
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Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.