Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Three Anchor Bay
I am currently busy with my PHD at Stellenbosch University, my thesis focuses on trauma, crisis management and overall mental health.
In a perfect world, everyone would be receiving professional mental health counselling. I have worked with individuals, families and couples from rural to urban communities. I want to provide an non judgmental and convenient environment for you to share your darkest thoughts and concerns. I am the vehicle of change, that brings you to your full potential.
I am currently busy with my PHD at Stellenbosch University, my thesis focuses on trauma, crisis management and overall mental health.
In a perfect world, everyone would be receiving professional mental health counselling. I have worked with individuals, families and couples from rural to urban communities. I want to provide an non judgmental and convenient environment for you to share your darkest thoughts and concerns. I am the vehicle of change, that brings you to your full potential.
Jessica Mckernan
General Counsellor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
My ideal client is someone navigating stress, grief, trauma, self-esteem challenges, or life transitions.
I offer tailored, person-centred online therapy with a holistic approach. My expertise includes addressing worry, stress, abuse, self-esteem issues, grief, and adjustment challenges, among others. Sessions focus on empowering positive self-talk and fostering self-compassion.
My ideal client is someone navigating stress, grief, trauma, self-esteem challenges, or life transitions.
I offer tailored, person-centred online therapy with a holistic approach. My expertise includes addressing worry, stress, abuse, self-esteem issues, grief, and adjustment challenges, among others. Sessions focus on empowering positive self-talk and fostering self-compassion.
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I help people dealing with trauma and challenges by assisting them to understand themselves and identifying inner skills.
My role as a counsellor working with people is first to understand them, hear them as they are, help them adapt to current elements in their life that they can't change, and help them identify what they can change. I have a great passion in walking through the healing journey with people and them discovering their true selves. I am determined to work through the process of finding answers to those challenging questions to promote purposeful and fulfilling lives. My goal is to assist individuals, couples, families, groups and communities from ages of 4 years and above in becoming the best version of themselves.
I help people dealing with trauma and challenges by assisting them to understand themselves and identifying inner skills.
My role as a counsellor working with people is first to understand them, hear them as they are, help them adapt to current elements in their life that they can't change, and help them identify what they can change. I have a great passion in walking through the healing journey with people and them discovering their true selves. I am determined to work through the process of finding answers to those challenging questions to promote purposeful and fulfilling lives. My goal is to assist individuals, couples, families, groups and communities from ages of 4 years and above in becoming the best version of themselves.
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.
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.
Imagine You therapeutic services
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Life is too short to let trauma control you, unhealthy relationships or be anxious/angry all the time.
I offer short to medium term therapy. Sessions are done online so that it can fit in with your busy schedule and it is conveniently accessible wherever you are. Sessions are tailored to address your unique situation while helping you discover how to address a wide range of issues in a healthy way that is at your own pace.
Life is too short to let trauma control you, unhealthy relationships or be anxious/angry all the time.
I offer short to medium term therapy. Sessions are done online so that it can fit in with your busy schedule and it is conveniently accessible wherever you are. Sessions are tailored to address your unique situation while helping you discover how to address a wide range of issues in a healthy way that is at your own pace.
I work with women- with a focus on working with individuals
navigating trauma integration, grief, dissociation, mind-body disconnection, and shame.
I draw on relevant trauma research to deepen the understanding of self. I work with parts work, embodied awareness, the Focusing technique, somatic movement, cycle awareness, art-making, narrative techniques, and mindfulness- offering you a trauma-informed healing container. Additionally, I have experience in psychedelic preparation and integration.
I work with women- with a focus on working with individuals
navigating trauma integration, grief, dissociation, mind-body disconnection, and shame.
I draw on relevant trauma research to deepen the understanding of self. I work with parts work, embodied awareness, the Focusing technique, somatic movement, cycle awareness, art-making, narrative techniques, and mindfulness- offering you a trauma-informed healing container. Additionally, I have experience in psychedelic preparation and integration.
I have experience in helping clients with challenges relating to depression, anxiety, trauma and grief - as symptoms of existing conditions, and/or as responses to circumstantial stress.
My approach is informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, as well as an overarching concern with holistic wellbeing (psychological, physical, social, spiritual etc.). Most notably, my treatment approach is not confined to sessions, but rather extends into daily life through "homework" - involving the use of skills and strategies developed in-session.
I have experience in helping clients with challenges relating to depression, anxiety, trauma and grief - as symptoms of existing conditions, and/or as responses to circumstantial stress.
My approach is informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, as well as an overarching concern with holistic wellbeing (psychological, physical, social, spiritual etc.). Most notably, my treatment approach is not confined to sessions, but rather extends into daily life through "homework" - involving the use of skills and strategies developed in-session.
I work with a wide range of presenting problems such as Anxiety Disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, depression, Social and Adjustment Disorders, Bereavement & Suicide, Managing emotions such as anger, relationship dynamics & a variety of psychosocial stressors.
I work together with the client to identify stressors, already existing coping techniques that have been utilized, compare healthy and unhealthy coping mechanisms and techniques & working through presenting thoughts, emotions and behaviors.
I work with a wide range of presenting problems such as Anxiety Disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, depression, Social and Adjustment Disorders, Bereavement & Suicide, Managing emotions such as anger, relationship dynamics & a variety of psychosocial stressors.
I work together with the client to identify stressors, already existing coping techniques that have been utilized, compare healthy and unhealthy coping mechanisms and techniques & working through presenting thoughts, emotions and behaviors.
I work with trauma, addiction & relapse, family restructuring & parenting, marriage & life phase adjustment, psychological distress & behavioural adjustment etc.
I offer a non-judgmental & non-assumptions approach that is rooted in science. A safe space, a secure base to share and experience care. My hope is that our therapeutic relationship will unlock you and help you to break out of patterns that keep you stuck in destructive stagnant behavior and relationships. Your "story" is important for your healing...
I work with trauma, addiction & relapse, family restructuring & parenting, marriage & life phase adjustment, psychological distress & behavioural adjustment etc.
I offer a non-judgmental & non-assumptions approach that is rooted in science. A safe space, a secure base to share and experience care. My hope is that our therapeutic relationship will unlock you and help you to break out of patterns that keep you stuck in destructive stagnant behavior and relationships. Your "story" is important for your healing...
Trauma such as parents separating or are in the process of divorce, bereavement can be quite debilitating for children.
I work with depression & anxiety, childhood trauma and post traumatic stress as a result of unprocessed trauma. I work with various emotional issues in children and adults. I also assist with substance abuse and addiction.
Trauma such as parents separating or are in the process of divorce, bereavement can be quite debilitating for children.
I work with depression & anxiety, childhood trauma and post traumatic stress as a result of unprocessed trauma. I work with various emotional issues in children and adults. I also assist with substance abuse and addiction.
You may have gone through trauma or are in addiction or just be seeking relief from stress- looking for actual tools to live well.
After our initial conversation, we will decide together how to proceed safely. I offer a range of Integrative processes and somatic (body) work such as TRE, Eye Movement/ Position Protocols, Hypnotherapy, Parts work, Emotional Freedom Technique "tapping", Quantum Energy coaching, addiction counselling, along with other mindfulness modalities.
You may have gone through trauma or are in addiction or just be seeking relief from stress- looking for actual tools to live well.
After our initial conversation, we will decide together how to proceed safely. I offer a range of Integrative processes and somatic (body) work such as TRE, Eye Movement/ Position Protocols, Hypnotherapy, Parts work, Emotional Freedom Technique "tapping", Quantum Energy coaching, addiction counselling, along with other mindfulness modalities.
Siphelele Msawenkosi Nguse
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
N1 City 7460
I am a Clinical Psychologist focusing on depression, anxiety, trauma, stress-related difficulties, suicidality, substance use and addiction, interpersonal and relational difficulties, and behavioural challenges.
I particularly seek to create a warm, safe and welcoming space where people feel cared for & supported. I see clients as humans faced with life challenges and existing in a broader ecosystem. Therefore, I have an understanding of interpersonal, spiritual, and societal factors that influence mental health and wellbeing.
I am a Clinical Psychologist focusing on depression, anxiety, trauma, stress-related difficulties, suicidality, substance use and addiction, interpersonal and relational difficulties, and behavioural challenges.
I particularly seek to create a warm, safe and welcoming space where people feel cared for & supported. I see clients as humans faced with life challenges and existing in a broader ecosystem. Therefore, I have an understanding of interpersonal, spiritual, and societal factors that influence mental health and wellbeing.
We offer support to clients suffering from traumatic incidents such as loss/grief support, depressed mood, exposure to sexual and other assault, substance abuse, post-traumatic stress and life-threatening illnesses.
We use applied metapsychology, individual psychotherapy. and TIR (Traumatic Incident Reduction) in the practise and therapeutic child-centred play therapy. Counselling offered in English and Afrikaans. Employee wellness consultations are also offered to corporate companies. Applications for Old Age Homes, Independent living, Assisted Care, Frailcare.
We offer support to clients suffering from traumatic incidents such as loss/grief support, depressed mood, exposure to sexual and other assault, substance abuse, post-traumatic stress and life-threatening illnesses.
We use applied metapsychology, individual psychotherapy. and TIR (Traumatic Incident Reduction) in the practise and therapeutic child-centred play therapy. Counselling offered in English and Afrikaans. Employee wellness consultations are also offered to corporate companies. Applications for Old Age Homes, Independent living, Assisted Care, Frailcare.
As someone who has experienced life, I am able to draw on my own experiences of being a wife, parent and grandparent , suffered much loss and trauma including recently my daughter and overcoming life threatening illness.
As a counselor and social worker with nearly 50 years of experience, I have had the privilege of supporting many clients through various life transitions and challenges. I strive to help individuals recognize and uncover their resilience, embracing each person’s unique coping mechanisms in a non-judgmental and compassionate environment.
As someone who has experienced life, I am able to draw on my own experiences of being a wife, parent and grandparent , suffered much loss and trauma including recently my daughter and overcoming life threatening illness.
As a counselor and social worker with nearly 50 years of experience, I have had the privilege of supporting many clients through various life transitions and challenges. I strive to help individuals recognize and uncover their resilience, embracing each person’s unique coping mechanisms in a non-judgmental and compassionate environment.
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
Ilze O'Neill Gold Psychological Services
Registered Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloubergstrand 7441
Ilze is based in Cape Town with a passion for trauma counselling.
Trauma can significantly impact both mental and physical health, and her goal is to help you process and organise as you work together. Whether you’re dealing with Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), relationship issues or trauma, she tailors her approach to fit your unique needs. When life feels overwhelming, the right support can make all the difference!
Ilze is based in Cape Town with a passion for trauma counselling.
Trauma can significantly impact both mental and physical health, and her goal is to help you process and organise as you work together. Whether you’re dealing with Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), relationship issues or trauma, she tailors her approach to fit your unique needs. When life feels overwhelming, the right support can make all the difference!
Dorianne Groenewald (Prince)
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Panorama 7500
In my practice, I see clients from all walks of life, they often have one thing in common, trauma.
I offer short and medium term counselling aimed at unpacking and processing the issues my client presents with. Areas of interest include anxiety, behavioural and relational problems and trauma, seeing that it impacts all aspects of who we are, including our thoughts, feelings and our behaviour. I am well versed in CBT, SFBT and Narrative Therapy.
In my practice, I see clients from all walks of life, they often have one thing in common, trauma.
I offer short and medium term counselling aimed at unpacking and processing the issues my client presents with. Areas of interest include anxiety, behavioural and relational problems and trauma, seeing that it impacts all aspects of who we are, including our thoughts, feelings and our behaviour. I am well versed in CBT, SFBT and Narrative Therapy.
Julia Deborah Blanckenberg
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Cape Town City 8000
I work with clients facing challenges like trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, relationship struggles and identity issues.
Looking for a space to figure things out?
You may feel like something is “off” but are not sure how to find yourself again. This is what I am here for - to offer a space where you can rediscover what it means to be you.
I work with clients facing challenges like trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, relationship struggles and identity issues.
Looking for a space to figure things out?
You may feel like something is “off” but are not sure how to find yourself again. This is what I am here for - to offer a space where you can rediscover what it means to be you.
Whether it is stress, anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, or trauma, you can bounce back by taking the first step and choosing to look for the better things life can offer you.
Your journey can sometimes become heavy but you do not have to walk it alone. This is a safe space for you to express yourself and rediscover the strength you already have. Counselling does not always have to be hard or scary, it can also be fun and enlightening. Every life story is worth hearing and every heart is worth healing. Your own well-being should be valued and it is crucial that we prioritise our mental health.
Whether it is stress, anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, or trauma, you can bounce back by taking the first step and choosing to look for the better things life can offer you.
Your journey can sometimes become heavy but you do not have to walk it alone. This is a safe space for you to express yourself and rediscover the strength you already have. Counselling does not always have to be hard or scary, it can also be fun and enlightening. Every life story is worth hearing and every heart is worth healing. Your own well-being should be valued and it is crucial that we prioritise our mental health.
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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.