Psychologists and Therapists for Adults in Wynberg

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Allison Eakin
Social Worker, MSocSci, SACSSP
Wynberg 7800
I have 15+ years of experience working with adults, adolescents, families, and group work.
It is my philosophy that we are all searching for a sense of wholeheartedness and meaningful connection. I work a lot with Mindfulness based practices and DBT techniques. Our purpose and meaning rests on our ability to thrive within relationships in our lives, including our relationship with ourselves and our ability to be grounded and mindful.
I have 15+ years of experience working with adults, adolescents, families, and group work.
It is my philosophy that we are all searching for a sense of wholeheartedness and meaningful connection. I work a lot with Mindfulness based practices and DBT techniques. Our purpose and meaning rests on our ability to thrive within relationships in our lives, including our relationship with ourselves and our ability to be grounded and mindful.
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Terri Ryklief
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Online Only
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from their true self, often facing challenges like stress, anxiety, self-doubt, or unresolved past experiences. They are seeking change but unsure how to move forward on their own. Their needs include a safe, non-judgmental space where they can explore their emotions and gain clarity on the root causes of their struggles. They also need practical tools and coping strategies to navigate life’s challenges and build emotional resilience. They want to feel empowered, aligned with their values, and more in control of their emotions and decisions.
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from their true self, often facing challenges like stress, anxiety, self-doubt, or unresolved past experiences. They are seeking change but unsure how to move forward on their own. Their needs include a safe, non-judgmental space where they can explore their emotions and gain clarity on the root causes of their struggles. They also need practical tools and coping strategies to navigate life’s challenges and build emotional resilience. They want to feel empowered, aligned with their values, and more in control of their emotions and decisions.
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Tracy Lynne Thomson
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Wynberg 7800
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with adults, teenagers, tweens and younger children.
All my cases are conceptualised using Attachment Theory, Interpersonal Neurobiology and Cognitive approaches. I am also an EMDR trained practitioner. For younger clients, a combination of play therapy, creative interventions and cognitive approaches, with a focus on mindfulness and emotional regulation depending on the clinical presentation.
I enjoy working with adults, teenagers, tweens and younger children.
All my cases are conceptualised using Attachment Theory, Interpersonal Neurobiology and Cognitive approaches. I am also an EMDR trained practitioner. For younger clients, a combination of play therapy, creative interventions and cognitive approaches, with a focus on mindfulness and emotional regulation depending on the clinical presentation.
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Micaelan Finnley Halse
General Counsellor, MSc
2 Endorsed
Wynberg 7800
I believe every person carries the strength to flourish. My approach combines genuine care, authenticity, and complete acceptance — a no-judgement space where we build self-understanding and find practical tools to help you cope and grow.
I believe every person carries the strength to flourish. My approach combines genuine care, authenticity, and complete acceptance — a no-judgement space where we build self-understanding and find practical tools to help you cope and grow.
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Vanessa Eirene Thompson
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Wynberg 7800
I have worked extensively with children and adults.
Having worked with people of all ages in the States and South Africa, and now globally, I am confident that we can find a good pace and work towards your desired outcome.
I have worked extensively with children and adults.
Having worked with people of all ages in the States and South Africa, and now globally, I am confident that we can find a good pace and work towards your desired outcome.
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Natasha Nel
General Counsellor, MA, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer a space where you can meet yourself with kindness and curiosity. Many of us carry experiences of shame, self-judgement, grief, or a general sense of dissatisfaction. At the same time, there is often a deep longing to live a fulfilling and authentic life, and to experience meaningful connection with others. In my practice, I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship challenges. Others come to counselling with a desire to better understand themselves and to grow into a fuller, more aligned version of who they are. Whatever brings you here, you are welcome.
I offer a space where you can meet yourself with kindness and curiosity. Many of us carry experiences of shame, self-judgement, grief, or a general sense of dissatisfaction. At the same time, there is often a deep longing to live a fulfilling and authentic life, and to experience meaningful connection with others. In my practice, I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship challenges. Others come to counselling with a desire to better understand themselves and to grow into a fuller, more aligned version of who they are. Whatever brings you here, you are welcome.
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Emily Sheard
Verified Verified
Serves Area
If you are feeling unable to cope, or are struggling to break out of old habits or self-defeating patterns, you don't have to navigate the journey to well-being alone. Together, we can find and integrate the tools you need to reconnect with a valued life, and to build a healthier, more compassionate relationship with yourself. I am well equipped to help individuals with a variety of conditions including mood disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders, and the autism spectrum; however, you do not need a diagnosis to need support. We all get stuck in unhelpful ways of thinking and doing; it's part of being human.
If you are feeling unable to cope, or are struggling to break out of old habits or self-defeating patterns, you don't have to navigate the journey to well-being alone. Together, we can find and integrate the tools you need to reconnect with a valued life, and to build a healthier, more compassionate relationship with yourself. I am well equipped to help individuals with a variety of conditions including mood disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders, and the autism spectrum; however, you do not need a diagnosis to need support. We all get stuck in unhelpful ways of thinking and doing; it's part of being human.
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Elretha Bartlett
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
I work with children, adolescents, and adults in both English and Afrikaans.
Whatever brings you here, making the decision to come to therapy, choosing a psychologist, and starting the therapeutic journey can be daunting. Well done on taking the first step. I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy and play therapy. I have a special interest in sandplay therapy and the expressive arts therapies.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults in both English and Afrikaans.
Whatever brings you here, making the decision to come to therapy, choosing a psychologist, and starting the therapeutic journey can be daunting. Well done on taking the first step. I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy and play therapy. I have a special interest in sandplay therapy and the expressive arts therapies.
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Zandile Mdudi
Social Worker, MSocSci, SACSSP
Serves Area
I am a social worker with over four years experience working with adults (20 - 60yrs ) and adolescents (14 -19yrs). I have specifically worked with young people with academic and emotional challenges. As well in the employee wellness space assisting adults with challenges such as grief, depression/anxiety, relationship/marital and parental or family challenges.
I am a social worker with over four years experience working with adults (20 - 60yrs ) and adolescents (14 -19yrs). I have specifically worked with young people with academic and emotional challenges. As well in the employee wellness space assisting adults with challenges such as grief, depression/anxiety, relationship/marital and parental or family challenges.
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Colette Ann Rodrigues
Social Worker, MA
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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Donna Lizelle Counselling and Mediation
General Counsellor
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
My goal is to help you unlock what is holding you back, and to help you navigate your way to live your best life. I'm your first port of call in establishing what is going on currently, and to help you better understand a way forward.
My goal is to help you unlock what is holding you back, and to help you navigate your way to live your best life. I'm your first port of call in establishing what is going on currently, and to help you better understand a way forward.
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Karen Iris Rowland
General Counsellor, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
Serves Area
As a general counsellor, my goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgment. I understand that seeking help takes courage, and I honour that bravery by listening with empathy, responding with care, and working collaboratively with you to find practical ways forward. Whether you're facing anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, I’m here to help you navigate it.
As a general counsellor, my goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgment. I understand that seeking help takes courage, and I honour that bravery by listening with empathy, responding with care, and working collaboratively with you to find practical ways forward. Whether you're facing anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, I’m here to help you navigate it.
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Carin-Lee Masters
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My focus is in working with young and older adults.
I work with various psychological issues including anxiety, depression, abuse, childhood traumas and neglect, parenting, relationship problems, poor self-esteem and self-confidence, anger issues, phobias, bereavement and loss, race and identity dynamics, performance anxiety, burn-out, addictive behaviour, personality problems as well as spiritual emptiness.
My focus is in working with young and older adults.
I work with various psychological issues including anxiety, depression, abuse, childhood traumas and neglect, parenting, relationship problems, poor self-esteem and self-confidence, anger issues, phobias, bereavement and loss, race and identity dynamics, performance anxiety, burn-out, addictive behaviour, personality problems as well as spiritual emptiness.
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Salma Kathrada
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Serves Area
We all need help at different points in our lives. This is not because we're broken, but because we're - temporarily - lost or stuck. As a counsellor, this is where I come in. My skills of active listening, curious questioning and unique counselling modalities enable me to help you move through challenges. All along, being guided by your feelings and thoughts. Imagine me as the lantern alongside you as you navigate your way through the darkness.
We all need help at different points in our lives. This is not because we're broken, but because we're - temporarily - lost or stuck. As a counsellor, this is where I come in. My skills of active listening, curious questioning and unique counselling modalities enable me to help you move through challenges. All along, being guided by your feelings and thoughts. Imagine me as the lantern alongside you as you navigate your way through the darkness.
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Dr Siya Mjwara
Social Worker, PhD
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
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 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.
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Abigail Cornelia Layman
General Counsellor, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
Online Only
I am a mature counselor who previously had an established career as a Solo artist. I have a desire to counsel clients who are broken, lonely and has feelings of hopelessness. I focus on healthy self esteems from very young. As I believe that a healthy self esteem is the vehicle that navigates us to our desires in life.
I am a mature counselor who previously had an established career as a Solo artist. I have a desire to counsel clients who are broken, lonely and has feelings of hopelessness. I focus on healthy self esteems from very young. As I believe that a healthy self esteem is the vehicle that navigates us to our desires in life.
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Alexander Pennington
General Counsellor, MSc
Serves Area
I've studied the science, philosophy, and history of therapy at the University of Cape Town and University College London for seven years, and I have practiced as a counsellor in Cape Town after an apprenticeship since 2019. Take a look at my website to see how I do things.
I've studied the science, philosophy, and history of therapy at the University of Cape Town and University College London for seven years, and I have practiced as a counsellor in Cape Town after an apprenticeship since 2019. Take a look at my website to see how I do things.
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Sonja Pasche
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I work with older adolescents and adults.
I aim to provide a supportive, empathic space where we can think about and explore your concerns together. I am guided by my clients’ needs and practical constraints, providing both shorter and longer-term therapies.
I work with older adolescents and adults.
I aim to provide a supportive, empathic space where we can think about and explore your concerns together. I am guided by my clients’ needs and practical constraints, providing both shorter and longer-term therapies.
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Valerie Shayne
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with adults facing life transitions, relationship challenges, family difficulties, grief, stress and emotional overwhelm.
Many of my clients come to counselling during times of significant change. They may be navigating relationship difficulties, divorce or separation, family conflict, grief and loss, stress and burnout, anxiety, depression, or a growing sense that life is no longer working in the way it once did. Some feel overwhelmed and emotionally exhausted, while others feel stuck or uncertain about the future. I provide a warm, supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, gain insight into themselves and their relationships, and find a way forward with greater clarity, resilience and self-understanding.
I work with adults facing life transitions, relationship challenges, family difficulties, grief, stress and emotional overwhelm.
Many of my clients come to counselling during times of significant change. They may be navigating relationship difficulties, divorce or separation, family conflict, grief and loss, stress and burnout, anxiety, depression, or a growing sense that life is no longer working in the way it once did. Some feel overwhelmed and emotionally exhausted, while others feel stuck or uncertain about the future. I provide a warm, supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, gain insight into themselves and their relationships, and find a way forward with greater clarity, resilience and self-understanding.
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Briony Kramer
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I'm a clinical psychologist registered in both SA and the UK. My practice is centered around supporting individuals through a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, life changes, OCD-related issues, and body image concerns. I also have extensive experience working with adolescents and children.
Hi, I'm a clinical psychologist registered in both SA and the UK. My practice is centered around supporting individuals through a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, life changes, OCD-related issues, and body image concerns. I also have extensive experience working with adolescents and children.
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FAQ - About Adult Counselling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioural therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.

How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists in South Africa hold various credentials depending on their training. Psychologists and Registered Counsellors must be registered with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Psychologists have professional designations such as Clinical Psychologist or Counselling Psychologist. General Counsellors are often registered with the Association for Supportive Counsellors and Holistic Practitioners (ASCHP) and their qualifications and practice are overseen by ASCHP. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.

How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.