Psychologists and Therapists for Teens in Tyger Valley
I am a qualified psychologist who works within a person-centered approach, where each person's uniqueness and inner capabilities are celebrated. My focus through therapy is to help you to reflect on unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, and to work towards adapting these in order to achieve more harmonious and healthy relationships, work-life balance, and generally a happier and more fulfilled life.
I am a qualified psychologist who works within a person-centered approach, where each person's uniqueness and inner capabilities are celebrated. My focus through therapy is to help you to reflect on unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, and to work towards adapting these in order to achieve more harmonious and healthy relationships, work-life balance, and generally a happier and more fulfilled life.
Person-Centered Therapy, believed that everyone is different and, therefore, everyone’s view of his or her own world, and ability to manage it, should be trusted. All of us have the power to find the best solutions for ourselves and make appropriate changes in our lives. As your psychologist I will provide unconditional positive regard, which means I will be empathetic and non-judgmental to convey your feelings of understanding, trust, and confidence that encourage you to make your own decisions and choices. I place high value on empathetic understanding, which means I completely understand and accept your thoughts and feelings.
Person-Centered Therapy, believed that everyone is different and, therefore, everyone’s view of his or her own world, and ability to manage it, should be trusted. All of us have the power to find the best solutions for ourselves and make appropriate changes in our lives. As your psychologist I will provide unconditional positive regard, which means I will be empathetic and non-judgmental to convey your feelings of understanding, trust, and confidence that encourage you to make your own decisions and choices. I place high value on empathetic understanding, which means I completely understand and accept your thoughts and feelings.
The state of your mental health matters the most as it governs and impact your entire functionality. Do you find yourself battling with defeating thoughts and feeling of unworthiness? Have you ever wished to sleep and not wake up and that your life seems useless and make no sense? Do you perhaps feel stagnant right now and nothing seems to be progressing in your life? Complicated relationships and family issues as well that maybe pulling you down? Did you end up unwinding with a glass of wine or smoke that turned to be addictive?
It's high time you find alternative solutions and best coping mechanism to these life challenges.
The state of your mental health matters the most as it governs and impact your entire functionality. Do you find yourself battling with defeating thoughts and feeling of unworthiness? Have you ever wished to sleep and not wake up and that your life seems useless and make no sense? Do you perhaps feel stagnant right now and nothing seems to be progressing in your life? Complicated relationships and family issues as well that maybe pulling you down? Did you end up unwinding with a glass of wine or smoke that turned to be addictive?
It's high time you find alternative solutions and best coping mechanism to these life challenges.
If you have found yourself scrolling here, I understand that you may be grappling with something in your life that is causing you to feel down, worried & maybe stuck. Maybe it is a lifelong challenge, traumas you have experienced or maybe you are struggling with the loss of a loved one or adjusting to a new life change. Perhaps your relationships are suffering or you feel stuck in your personal growth. You are not alone. I am here to walk this journey with you by providing a safe space & connection that can allow you to explore, heal, overcome & flourish. " Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls..."- Kahil Gibran
If you have found yourself scrolling here, I understand that you may be grappling with something in your life that is causing you to feel down, worried & maybe stuck. Maybe it is a lifelong challenge, traumas you have experienced or maybe you are struggling with the loss of a loved one or adjusting to a new life change. Perhaps your relationships are suffering or you feel stuck in your personal growth. You are not alone. I am here to walk this journey with you by providing a safe space & connection that can allow you to explore, heal, overcome & flourish. " Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls..."- Kahil Gibran
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Experience and ability to connect to persons of all age groups, all cultures and all backgrounds. Persons with problems of life do not always want to hear there is something "wrong" with them. Most of the time they can be facilitated to solve their own problems and grow towards more independence and maturity on a personal level. I see it as my task to facilitate change.
Experience and ability to connect to persons of all age groups, all cultures and all backgrounds. Persons with problems of life do not always want to hear there is something "wrong" with them. Most of the time they can be facilitated to solve their own problems and grow towards more independence and maturity on a personal level. I see it as my task to facilitate change.
I work with children, adolescents, and young adults to create a safe, supportive space where they can feel understood and at ease.
I use a strengths-based, client-centred approach to support children, teens, and young adults with emotional and behavioural challenges. Sessions may include talking, play-based techniques, and practical coping tools. I help clients understand their emotions, build confidence, improve regulation skills, and develop resilience in a safe, supportive space.
I work with children, adolescents, and young adults to create a safe, supportive space where they can feel understood and at ease.
I use a strengths-based, client-centred approach to support children, teens, and young adults with emotional and behavioural challenges. Sessions may include talking, play-based techniques, and practical coping tools. I help clients understand their emotions, build confidence, improve regulation skills, and develop resilience in a safe, supportive space.
My practice focuses on adolescents and adults, and offers brief (supportive) and long-term therapy.
Sometimes in life, we may face challenges that make it difficult to function on a day to day. These challenges can be physical, emotional, relational, or psychological. During this time, we may need professional assistance to support us during our healing journey and help us build skills and coping mechanisms. My psychotherapy approach is holistic, and I work collaboratively with the client to help them overcome challenges they may face and build skills to aid them in future. I primarily work from the psychodynamic modality; however, I may utilise knowledge, techniques as well as skills from other modalities where indicated.
My practice focuses on adolescents and adults, and offers brief (supportive) and long-term therapy.
Sometimes in life, we may face challenges that make it difficult to function on a day to day. These challenges can be physical, emotional, relational, or psychological. During this time, we may need professional assistance to support us during our healing journey and help us build skills and coping mechanisms. My psychotherapy approach is holistic, and I work collaboratively with the client to help them overcome challenges they may face and build skills to aid them in future. I primarily work from the psychodynamic modality; however, I may utilise knowledge, techniques as well as skills from other modalities where indicated.
Life is tough, sometimes very tough. Us, as human beings often forget to take care of the most basic of our needs in favor of immediate responsibilities and often put off the things that fuel us - when our fuel runs out, we are left with the wreckage and very little motivation to pick up those pieces. The healing journey offers a space to recuperate and learn to know and love ourselves again and to remember that sometimes its okay to not be okay. I journey with those who come see me, and noting is more beautiful and rewarding for to see someone transform their lives into something they have always wanted.
Life is tough, sometimes very tough. Us, as human beings often forget to take care of the most basic of our needs in favor of immediate responsibilities and often put off the things that fuel us - when our fuel runs out, we are left with the wreckage and very little motivation to pick up those pieces. The healing journey offers a space to recuperate and learn to know and love ourselves again and to remember that sometimes its okay to not be okay. I journey with those who come see me, and noting is more beautiful and rewarding for to see someone transform their lives into something they have always wanted.
Welcome to Evelyn Beneke Psychotherapy!
I would be honored to assist you on your journey to greater emotional stability.
I focus on individuals whether in crisis or transition. I treat anxious and depressed individuals as well as those in toxic relationships who struggle to escape emotional contamination. I specialize in couples therapy and work with you to identify the factors underlying your relationship clashes. Processing the underlying emotions and maladaptive coping strategies leads to a healthy emotional state and productive coping. I strive to make therapy pleasant and it goes without saying that it is a safe space!
Welcome to Evelyn Beneke Psychotherapy!
I would be honored to assist you on your journey to greater emotional stability.
I focus on individuals whether in crisis or transition. I treat anxious and depressed individuals as well as those in toxic relationships who struggle to escape emotional contamination. I specialize in couples therapy and work with you to identify the factors underlying your relationship clashes. Processing the underlying emotions and maladaptive coping strategies leads to a healthy emotional state and productive coping. I strive to make therapy pleasant and it goes without saying that it is a safe space!
Dedicated to ethical, compassionate care for children, adolescents and adults.
People often seem to feel overwhelmed by life’s expectations—high-functioning yet disconnected, thoughtful yet exhausted. They may struggle with burnout, ADHD, anxiety, depression or relationship strain and long to feel more authentic, grounded, and understood. They want to slow down, make sense of emotional patterns, and live with greater meaning, balance, and self-acceptance.
Dedicated to ethical, compassionate care for children, adolescents and adults.
People often seem to feel overwhelmed by life’s expectations—high-functioning yet disconnected, thoughtful yet exhausted. They may struggle with burnout, ADHD, anxiety, depression or relationship strain and long to feel more authentic, grounded, and understood. They want to slow down, make sense of emotional patterns, and live with greater meaning, balance, and self-acceptance.
I have a special interest in teenagers and young adults to help them become equipped for life, and I also assist athletes in improving performance.
I focus on using narrative therapy, mindfulness and neuro-coach methods, to help you write and live a fulfilling life story. You are the hero of your life story, and I am your safe accountability partner, coach and mentor to assist you in reaching your life goals.
I have a special interest in teenagers and young adults to help them become equipped for life, and I also assist athletes in improving performance.
I focus on using narrative therapy, mindfulness and neuro-coach methods, to help you write and live a fulfilling life story. You are the hero of your life story, and I am your safe accountability partner, coach and mentor to assist you in reaching your life goals.
Gail is an experienced Counselling Psychologist. She works with individuals who suffer from depression and anxiety, are looking to find a greater sense of meaning and purpose for their lives, are struggling in their relationships and a variety of other mental health and social issues such as bereavement and identity.
Gail is an experienced Counselling Psychologist. She works with individuals who suffer from depression and anxiety, are looking to find a greater sense of meaning and purpose for their lives, are struggling in their relationships and a variety of other mental health and social issues such as bereavement and identity.
Cornell Pretorius Psychological Services
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Somerset West 7130
Waitlist for new clients
Life presents each one of us with many challenges & some very daunting circumstances at times. It may seem that you are in a maze, surrounded with several doors out. You have tried this door & that door, but to no avail. Sometimes you may just need another key as the keys you hold just would not turn the lock.
Life presents each one of us with many challenges & some very daunting circumstances at times. It may seem that you are in a maze, surrounded with several doors out. You have tried this door & that door, but to no avail. Sometimes you may just need another key as the keys you hold just would not turn the lock.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, emotional and behavioural difficulties, developmental conditions, identity-related concerns, relationship challenges, adjustment to life transitions, and academic or occupational stress.
My work is grounded in a humanistic, integrative, and developmentally informed approach to psychotherapy. I believe our emotional well-being is shaped by our relationships, life experiences, developmental journey, and the environments in which we grow. Here, the therapeutic focus is not only on reducing symptoms but also on understanding yourself as a whole.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, emotional and behavioural difficulties, developmental conditions, identity-related concerns, relationship challenges, adjustment to life transitions, and academic or occupational stress.
My work is grounded in a humanistic, integrative, and developmentally informed approach to psychotherapy. I believe our emotional well-being is shaped by our relationships, life experiences, developmental journey, and the environments in which we grow. Here, the therapeutic focus is not only on reducing symptoms but also on understanding yourself as a whole.
Melissa van Hal
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
14 Endorsed
Pinelands 7405
Waitlist for new clients
Experiences can sometimes leave you feeling unsettled, disconnected, or uncertain. I offer specialised wellness counselling for individuals moving through transitions, emotional overwhelm, or periods of chaos who want to restore harmony in everyday life. Together, we explore challenges through my Supportive and Integrative Wellness (c) services, creating space for connection and perspective. Finding practical, proactive ways to find direction and build a sense of centredness that is deeply your own.
Experiences can sometimes leave you feeling unsettled, disconnected, or uncertain. I offer specialised wellness counselling for individuals moving through transitions, emotional overwhelm, or periods of chaos who want to restore harmony in everyday life. Together, we explore challenges through my Supportive and Integrative Wellness (c) services, creating space for connection and perspective. Finding practical, proactive ways to find direction and build a sense of centredness that is deeply your own.
Adolescents face intense emotions, school stress, and identity struggles and often need a non-judgmental space to navigate it all.
I work flexibly using evidence-based modalities including ACT, mindfulness, CBT, and BWRT to suit each person’s needs. My PhD in emotion regulation and physical activity helps me integrate movement and mindfulness into therapy. I focus on building psychological flexibility that helps you make choices that align with what really matters to you.
Adolescents face intense emotions, school stress, and identity struggles and often need a non-judgmental space to navigate it all.
I work flexibly using evidence-based modalities including ACT, mindfulness, CBT, and BWRT to suit each person’s needs. My PhD in emotion regulation and physical activity helps me integrate movement and mindfulness into therapy. I focus on building psychological flexibility that helps you make choices that align with what really matters to you.
My services include: grief counseling, addiction, work performance issues, marital difficulties, financial stress, or past trauma.
My services include: grief counseling, addiction, work performance issues, marital difficulties, financial stress, or past trauma.
I work with adults, teenagers, and children who struggle with a variety of psychological difficulties.
I use a Psychodynamic approach, believing that early childhood experiences influence all aspects of life. Empathically exploring these dynamics, allows for insight into your current experiences, challenges, and behaviours. When indicated, I use Binaural Beats to assist in therapy to help us to access deeper memories. DBT is used to incorporate skills.
I work with adults, teenagers, and children who struggle with a variety of psychological difficulties.
I use a Psychodynamic approach, believing that early childhood experiences influence all aspects of life. Empathically exploring these dynamics, allows for insight into your current experiences, challenges, and behaviours. When indicated, I use Binaural Beats to assist in therapy to help us to access deeper memories. DBT is used to incorporate skills.
I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or are navigating difficult experiences such as trauma, domestic or sexual abuse, relationship challenges, and emotional distress. Many clients come to me when they are struggling to cope, feeling emotionally drained, or going through life transitions. Some may not fully understand what they are feeling, but know they need a safe space to talk, process, and find support without judgement.
I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or are navigating difficult experiences such as trauma, domestic or sexual abuse, relationship challenges, and emotional distress. Many clients come to me when they are struggling to cope, feeling emotionally drained, or going through life transitions. Some may not fully understand what they are feeling, but know they need a safe space to talk, process, and find support without judgement.
On-line psychotherapy sessions. A safe space will be created in which clients can unload, share and heal from the effects of emotional turmoil and trauma.
On-line psychotherapy sessions. A safe space will be created in which clients can unload, share and heal from the effects of emotional turmoil and trauma.
Nearby Teens Counsellors Searches for Tyger Valley
- Bellville
- Bishopscourt
- Durbanville
- Goodwood
- Kenridge
- Loevenstein
- N1 City
- Panorama
- Parow
- Plattekloof
- Rosenpark
- Welgemoed
FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.