Cancer Therapists in West Beach

Zulu and Kalane Inc
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
We treat all patients who presents any mental health conditions such as major depresssive disorder, anxiety disorder, bipolar, ADHD (adults and children). we embrace a preventative approach to mental health, emphasizing education, awareness, and counseling as core elements of our service. Our practice is rooted in building genuine, hands-on relationships with our clients—because to us, every individual matters deeply. We go beyond traditional boundaries to reach marginalised and underserved communities, offering remote psychological services to ensure that quality care is accessible to all, regardless of location or circumstance.
We treat all patients who presents any mental health conditions such as major depresssive disorder, anxiety disorder, bipolar, ADHD (adults and children). we embrace a preventative approach to mental health, emphasizing education, awareness, and counseling as core elements of our service. Our practice is rooted in building genuine, hands-on relationships with our clients—because to us, every individual matters deeply. We go beyond traditional boundaries to reach marginalised and underserved communities, offering remote psychological services to ensure that quality care is accessible to all, regardless of location or circumstance.
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Ellie Lawrence
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you struggling with emotional issues? Maybe you have unresolved conflicting issues that have weighed you down. Make time for yourself to navigate your concerns, which will ease your distress. As a Counsellor and Journey Practitioner, I can assist you to find inner healing and healthy solutions to overcome your difficulties. Life's challenges such as relationships issues, depression, anxiety, or personal loss and bereavement need support. Sharing your challenges, will definitely lighten your burden, no-matter what you are experiencing. I look forward to assisting you through your struggles, to find stability in your life.
Are you struggling with emotional issues? Maybe you have unresolved conflicting issues that have weighed you down. Make time for yourself to navigate your concerns, which will ease your distress. As a Counsellor and Journey Practitioner, I can assist you to find inner healing and healthy solutions to overcome your difficulties. Life's challenges such as relationships issues, depression, anxiety, or personal loss and bereavement need support. Sharing your challenges, will definitely lighten your burden, no-matter what you are experiencing. I look forward to assisting you through your struggles, to find stability in your life.
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Ilze Van Zyl Psychological Services
Registered Counsellor
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Your story matters. Ilze is based in Bloubergstrand, CPT with a passion for trauma counselling. Her mission is to help adults navigate the emotional complexities of trauma and everyday life. She has a knack for spotting what’s holding someone back and guiding them with compassion toward a clearer path. She believes in the power of Trauma-Informed Care and use evidence-based practices to create a safe and supportive space for growth and mental well-being. She draws from various counselling methods to empower you to discover your inner strength, helping you move forward with new perspective. You deserve to feel heard and understood.
Your story matters. Ilze is based in Bloubergstrand, CPT with a passion for trauma counselling. Her mission is to help adults navigate the emotional complexities of trauma and everyday life. She has a knack for spotting what’s holding someone back and guiding them with compassion toward a clearer path. She believes in the power of Trauma-Informed Care and use evidence-based practices to create a safe and supportive space for growth and mental well-being. She draws from various counselling methods to empower you to discover your inner strength, helping you move forward with new perspective. You deserve to feel heard and understood.
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Sam Smith Counselling
Registered Counsellor, MSc, HPCSA - Counsellor
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Feeling uncertain or apprehensive about seeing a professional? That is completely normal. Please know that you have nothing to fear, as I will ensure you feel as comfortable as possible and that this experience is a stress-free one (life is stressful enough!). Our sessions will both challenge and support your mental growth. Allow me to guide you as you face the overwhelming storms of life.
Feeling uncertain or apprehensive about seeing a professional? That is completely normal. Please know that you have nothing to fear, as I will ensure you feel as comfortable as possible and that this experience is a stress-free one (life is stressful enough!). Our sessions will both challenge and support your mental growth. Allow me to guide you as you face the overwhelming storms of life.
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More Therapists Nearby

Grief & Bereavement Support End‑of‑Life Guidance & Death Doula Services Cancer
Relationships, Bereavement, Couple Counseling, Health Care Guidance, Profile Introduction I am a Marriage and Relationship Coach, Bereavement Counsellor, and Workshop Facilitator dedicated to helping individuals and couples heal, grow, and rediscover their strength. Over the years, I’ve guided clients through divorce, relationship struggles, grief, and end‑of‑life transitions, always with a holistic approach that addresses the emotional, spiritual, and practical aspects of healing. I believe that many people remain stuck because they don’t understand the deeper reasons behind their pain. What would you give to be happy again?
Grief & Bereavement Support End‑of‑Life Guidance & Death Doula Services Cancer
Relationships, Bereavement, Couple Counseling, Health Care Guidance, Profile Introduction I am a Marriage and Relationship Coach, Bereavement Counsellor, and Workshop Facilitator dedicated to helping individuals and couples heal, grow, and rediscover their strength. Over the years, I’ve guided clients through divorce, relationship struggles, grief, and end‑of‑life transitions, always with a holistic approach that addresses the emotional, spiritual, and practical aspects of healing. I believe that many people remain stuck because they don’t understand the deeper reasons behind their pain. What would you give to be happy again?
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Henning Gericke
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
My ideal clients are individuals and families navigating chronic illness, serious medical diagnoses, or palliative care journeys. They may feel overwhelmed, anxious, or uncertain about the future, and need a supportive space to process emotions, make sense of difficult decisions, and regain stability. Many are also caregivers carrying heavy responsibilities. They want compassionate guidance and meaningful conversations that help them find clarity, resilience, and a sense of purpose during challenging times.
My ideal clients are individuals and families navigating chronic illness, serious medical diagnoses, or palliative care journeys. They may feel overwhelmed, anxious, or uncertain about the future, and need a supportive space to process emotions, make sense of difficult decisions, and regain stability. Many are also caregivers carrying heavy responsibilities. They want compassionate guidance and meaningful conversations that help them find clarity, resilience, and a sense of purpose during challenging times.
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Dr Seleme Melato PhD (Clincal Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
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.
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.
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Elma Retha Bartlett
Psychotherapist, MA
Claremont 7708
I believe that meaning can be found in any situation whether it is loss, trauma or a transitional phase. I’m a spiritual person and I have a deep respect for all people and believe that each person has the potential to grow and to be great. I love my work and have a positive outlook on life. I work hard and am dedicated to the wellbeing of my clients. In my private practice, I’m actively involved in supporting people in finding balance, resilience and meaning in times of turbulence and loss. My practice focus on relationships, loss, bereavement, trauma and complex family issues.
I believe that meaning can be found in any situation whether it is loss, trauma or a transitional phase. I’m a spiritual person and I have a deep respect for all people and believe that each person has the potential to grow and to be great. I love my work and have a positive outlook on life. I work hard and am dedicated to the wellbeing of my clients. In my private practice, I’m actively involved in supporting people in finding balance, resilience and meaning in times of turbulence and loss. My practice focus on relationships, loss, bereavement, trauma and complex family issues.
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Elise Beeby
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Paarl 7646
Stuck, cry of helplessness, overwhelmed by emotions(a dark place), no hope?
Stuck, cry of helplessness, overwhelmed by emotions(a dark place), no hope?
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Dr. Rachel Willemse
Registered Counsellor, PhD, HPCSA - Counsellor
Serves Area
If you are feeling stuck and can't see a way forward, I can help you. I can help you to move forward and find alternative solutions to overcome your obstacles. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma. Sometimes along with these disorders, you maybe suffering with an addiction. I specialize in dual diagnose and explore the underlying roots of depression, anxiety and addiction.
If you are feeling stuck and can't see a way forward, I can help you. I can help you to move forward and find alternative solutions to overcome your obstacles. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma. Sometimes along with these disorders, you maybe suffering with an addiction. I specialize in dual diagnose and explore the underlying roots of depression, anxiety and addiction.
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Dirk H Odendaal
Psychologist, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
I offer a respectful, informal and comfortable but confidential space for individuals, families or groups to explore what is unsaid. The explorations can be in Afrikaans, English or Xhosa. I get on well with a wide spread of people from young to mature and from any gender.
I offer a respectful, informal and comfortable but confidential space for individuals, families or groups to explore what is unsaid. The explorations can be in Afrikaans, English or Xhosa. I get on well with a wide spread of people from young to mature and from any gender.
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Ruan Swanepoel
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
I support adults and couples navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, stress, identity exploration, confidence, purpose, emotional wellbeing, and personal growth. I also have extensive experience supporting career-focused clients with career planning, decision-making, professional confidence, and coaching. Sessions are tailored, practical, and supportive, with flexible online and selected after-hours availability.
I support adults and couples navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, stress, identity exploration, confidence, purpose, emotional wellbeing, and personal growth. I also have extensive experience supporting career-focused clients with career planning, decision-making, professional confidence, and coaching. Sessions are tailored, practical, and supportive, with flexible online and selected after-hours availability.
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Johann Krynauw
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Rosenpark 7550
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.
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Nicola Kruger
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
Online Only
I'm Nic, a Registered Counsellor based in South Africa, working online with adults and adolescents to offer fatigue-sensitive support. I have a true curiosity and love for people and the stories they carry, which is why I prioritise creating a space in which your story can unfold at your own pace. I work with a range of lived experiences, with focused areas in long-term health conditions, grief and loss, and adolescent wellbeing. My counselling approach is adaptive and holistic, with three key principles grounding and guiding every session: collaboration, creativity and connection.
I'm Nic, a Registered Counsellor based in South Africa, working online with adults and adolescents to offer fatigue-sensitive support. I have a true curiosity and love for people and the stories they carry, which is why I prioritise creating a space in which your story can unfold at your own pace. I work with a range of lived experiences, with focused areas in long-term health conditions, grief and loss, and adolescent wellbeing. My counselling approach is adaptive and holistic, with three key principles grounding and guiding every session: collaboration, creativity and connection.
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Marlize Slabbert
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
I obtained my MA Degree in Clinical Psychology (Cum Laude) from the University of Stellenbosch in 1995 and I have been registered with the HPCSA since 1996. In 2000, while working in the United Kingdom, I was awarded the Statement of Equivalence by the British Psychological Society. I have worked in private practice for several years, offering evidence-based therapy to adults seeking growth, healing, and resilience in the face of life's challenges.
I obtained my MA Degree in Clinical Psychology (Cum Laude) from the University of Stellenbosch in 1995 and I have been registered with the HPCSA since 1996. In 2000, while working in the United Kingdom, I was awarded the Statement of Equivalence by the British Psychological Society. I have worked in private practice for several years, offering evidence-based therapy to adults seeking growth, healing, and resilience in the face of life's challenges.
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Anina Amorim Penas
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Rosenpark 7550
I offer psychoanalytical psychotherapy for individuals over 18.
I offer psychoanalytical psychotherapy for individuals over 18.
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Carel Pj Mouton
Social Worker, MA
Serves Area
I aim to enable men and women to thrive by becoming the best version of themselves. The process addresses trauma, anger, stress and anxiety within themselves and their relationships through emotional awareness and practical interventions. During the sessions, I strive to enable my clients to experience physical and emotional relief from stress, anxiety and embodied trauma.
I aim to enable men and women to thrive by becoming the best version of themselves. The process addresses trauma, anger, stress and anxiety within themselves and their relationships through emotional awareness and practical interventions. During the sessions, I strive to enable my clients to experience physical and emotional relief from stress, anxiety and embodied trauma.
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Emma-Jane Henry
General Counsellor, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
4 Endorsed
Fish Hoek 7975
What do you do when your life falls apart and you don't know how to take the next step? Where do you go when you have no one to talk to? I'm hoping you'll find the answer right here. At pathways Counselling South Africa I am passionate about my work as a counsellor and life coach. I work with people from all walks of life. I have experience in life coaching, in helping people heal from past trauma and pain. I do grief counselling. And I work with teenagers looking to find their identity and supporting them with the many challenges they face. That said I am able to help anyone who comes to me.
What do you do when your life falls apart and you don't know how to take the next step? Where do you go when you have no one to talk to? I'm hoping you'll find the answer right here. At pathways Counselling South Africa I am passionate about my work as a counsellor and life coach. I work with people from all walks of life. I have experience in life coaching, in helping people heal from past trauma and pain. I do grief counselling. And I work with teenagers looking to find their identity and supporting them with the many challenges they face. That said I am able to help anyone who comes to me.
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Jennifer Armstrong
General Counsellor, MSc, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
11 Endorsed
Plumstead 7801
Welcome to my space, where individuals can connect with themselves and safely express and explore their inner world. As a Counsellor I provide a warm and empathetic holding space with a high regard for ethical practice. My main goal with clients is to create a safe, non-judgmental environment that fosters personal growth, exploration and healing. I use a systems approach which considers each individual holistically considering the interconnectedness of mind, body and soul. Lets work together to cultivate a deeper understanding of yourself and support your journey towards healing, growth and self-discovery.
Welcome to my space, where individuals can connect with themselves and safely express and explore their inner world. As a Counsellor I provide a warm and empathetic holding space with a high regard for ethical practice. My main goal with clients is to create a safe, non-judgmental environment that fosters personal growth, exploration and healing. I use a systems approach which considers each individual holistically considering the interconnectedness of mind, body and soul. Lets work together to cultivate a deeper understanding of yourself and support your journey towards healing, growth and self-discovery.
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Arise Mental Wellness
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
5 Endorsed
At Arise Mental Wellness, we offer therapy and counselling for individuals, couples, and families navigating life’s challenges. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, we’re here to walk with you. Blythe Brigg and Christiane Irene are the co-owners and Specialist Wellness Counsellors dedicated to creating a safe, person-centred space where insight, resilience, and connection can grow. Alongside us, we’ve carefully curated a team of passionate counsellors who share our commitment to compassion, integrity, and meaningful therapeutic work.
At Arise Mental Wellness, we offer therapy and counselling for individuals, couples, and families navigating life’s challenges. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, we’re here to walk with you. Blythe Brigg and Christiane Irene are the co-owners and Specialist Wellness Counsellors dedicated to creating a safe, person-centred space where insight, resilience, and connection can grow. Alongside us, we’ve carefully curated a team of passionate counsellors who share our commitment to compassion, integrity, and meaningful therapeutic work.
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Cancer Counsellors
How does cancer affect mental health?
A cancer diagnosis is a major life event that can significantly influence the mental health of any individual. Being diagnosed with cancer often introduces a sense of uncertainty about the future, which can cause clients to experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, and significant distress. Many cancer patients may also worry about the toll that their diagnosis may have on their family, their physical health, their job, and their financial situation. The compounding of such stressors can also decrease mental health in clients and may lead to additional symptoms that can influence mental health, such as sleeping difficulties or social withdrawal.

What is the best psychological therapy for cancer patients?
The best type of psychological therapy for cancer patients is highly dependent on the needs of the individual. The therapy type that a client benefits from may also depend on what stage of the cancer journey they are in. Recently diagnosed cancer patients, for instance, may benefit from therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which can help clients develop skills to manage the emotional distress that comes with a cancer diagnosis. Alternatively, cancer patients further along in their journey may benefit from therapies like Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) or other forms of mindfulness therapy to help manage symptoms or physical pain associated with treatment. Clients may also consider group therapy, which offers cancer patients an opportunity to receive support from other individuals dealing with a cancer diagnosis.

Are there any risks or drawbacks in going to therapy while dealing with cancer?
Although attending therapy while dealing with a cancer diagnosis can be helpful, one major concern for cancer patients can be the financial cost of seeking therapy. Many therapists are out-of-network, meaning they do not accept insurance, and thus clients are expected to pay the entirety of the session fee. Since many cancer patients may be out of work as a result of their diagnosis or cancer treatment regimen, the costs of therapy sessions can be substantial. Luckily, many cancer centers and local clinics may offer free or substantially reduced-cost counselling services to cancer patients and their families. In addition, cancer patients may be eligible for grants or other forms of funding from local agencies and nonprofits to seek therapy for their cancer diagnosis. Such opportunities can be very helpful for cancer patients, as they allow clients to obtain the benefits of therapy without the financial strain.

How long does cancer therapy typically last?
The length of cancer therapy depends on the needs of each client. In some cases, cancer patients may only require therapeutic support during the period following their initial diagnosis—to help manage the uncertainty and shock of a cancer diagnosis. In other cases, clients may choose to receive therapy throughout their treatment, and even following, their cancer journey. Pursuing therapy for a longer period of time can help clients develop a deeper relationship with their therapist and provide opportunity to process the challenges presented by cancer treatment, such as physical pain, and challenges associated with cancer survivorship, such as ongoing identity concerns, physical limitations, or relationship challenges.