Women's Issues Therapists in Wynberg

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Jessica Mayson
Art Therapist, MA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My therapy practice is a containing, curious, creative space for those who are seeking to understand and welcome all the parts of themselves. We often get stuck in patterns and set narratives, and struggle to imagine anything different – for ourselves or our relationships. I cannot provide solutions, but in a confidential and safe therapy relationship, I can walk alongside you as we try to understand your hurt, your health and your healing. I am passionate about working with women and those who are navigating life transitions, loss and shifting intergenerational patterns. My approach is humanistic, trauma-informed, & psychodynamic.
My therapy practice is a containing, curious, creative space for those who are seeking to understand and welcome all the parts of themselves. We often get stuck in patterns and set narratives, and struggle to imagine anything different – for ourselves or our relationships. I cannot provide solutions, but in a confidential and safe therapy relationship, I can walk alongside you as we try to understand your hurt, your health and your healing. I am passionate about working with women and those who are navigating life transitions, loss and shifting intergenerational patterns. My approach is humanistic, trauma-informed, & psychodynamic.
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Lufuno Nthangeni
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
Online Only
I am a counselling professional and the founder of Khavho Counselling. I work with young women, students, and individuals who are feeling overwhelmed by life, relationships, trauma, anxiety, or emotional pain. I believe healing starts when people feel heard and safe. My role is to walk alongside my clients as they make sense of their experiences, rebuild emotional strength, and find their way back to themselves. At the heart of my work is compassion, honesty, and a deep respect for each person’s journey.
I am a counselling professional and the founder of Khavho Counselling. I work with young women, students, and individuals who are feeling overwhelmed by life, relationships, trauma, anxiety, or emotional pain. I believe healing starts when people feel heard and safe. My role is to walk alongside my clients as they make sense of their experiences, rebuild emotional strength, and find their way back to themselves. At the heart of my work is compassion, honesty, and a deep respect for each person’s journey.
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Vanessa Eirene Thompson
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Wynberg 7800
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.
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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Tina Koyounoglou
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Serves Area
Everybody faces challenges at different stages of life. Some greater than others. I am always amazed at the strength of the human spirit and the will to survive. My aim is to help the client to focus on their strengths (rather than their weaknesses). Furthermore to capitalise on their strengths and to realise their full potential. In times of crisis people tend to forget that they have actually overcome so much in life already and given the support they need, they will be able continue to do so. My motto is: Never Give Up. Don’t underestimate yourself. There is always a Plan B!
Everybody faces challenges at different stages of life. Some greater than others. I am always amazed at the strength of the human spirit and the will to survive. My aim is to help the client to focus on their strengths (rather than their weaknesses). Furthermore to capitalise on their strengths and to realise their full potential. In times of crisis people tend to forget that they have actually overcome so much in life already and given the support they need, they will be able continue to do so. My motto is: Never Give Up. Don’t underestimate yourself. There is always a Plan B!
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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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Angela Marian Morton
General Counsellor
Online Only
I work with a large variety of clients from 16 years to retired persons, couple sessions as well as one-on-one sessions. Most of my clients are dealing with some of the following: trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, relationship problems, lack of direction, eating disorders, performance problems, emotional turmoil, low self-esteem or are just generally demotivated and tired! Some just need to talk through their grief or anger. They all come with the need to heal, manage the world and find the joy in their lives again.
I work with a large variety of clients from 16 years to retired persons, couple sessions as well as one-on-one sessions. Most of my clients are dealing with some of the following: trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, relationship problems, lack of direction, eating disorders, performance problems, emotional turmoil, low self-esteem or are just generally demotivated and tired! Some just need to talk through their grief or anger. They all come with the need to heal, manage the world and find the joy in their lives again.
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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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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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Elretha Bartlett
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
I’m Elretha – a Counselling Psychologist based in Somerset West and Raithby (Western Cape). I work with children, adolescents, and adults in both English and Afrikaans. People seek therapy for a broad range of reasons. Some of the areas I assist with include: processing trauma and abuse, navigating relationship difficulties, parent-child relationship distress, life changes, or loss and bereavement; managing mood and anxiety disorders, addiction, eating disorders, sexual identity matters, self-development and blockages to creativity.
I’m Elretha – a Counselling Psychologist based in Somerset West and Raithby (Western Cape). I work with children, adolescents, and adults in both English and Afrikaans. People seek therapy for a broad range of reasons. Some of the areas I assist with include: processing trauma and abuse, navigating relationship difficulties, parent-child relationship distress, life changes, or loss and bereavement; managing mood and anxiety disorders, addiction, eating disorders, sexual identity matters, self-development and blockages to creativity.
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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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Carin-Lee Masters
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My work focusses on clients who are struggling with the effects of childhood abuse and trauma as well as the emotional effects related to narcissistic abuse, past or present. I provide a space for clients to feel safe and to allow them to loosen their defences they needed to protect themselves and to understand their inner world and change old repetitive and obstructive patterns of being and relating. My focus is in working with young and older adults. I also include expressive therapy approaches, where needed, as a means to access emotions and experiences that are difficult to verbalise.
My work focusses on clients who are struggling with the effects of childhood abuse and trauma as well as the emotional effects related to narcissistic abuse, past or present. I provide a space for clients to feel safe and to allow them to loosen their defences they needed to protect themselves and to understand their inner world and change old repetitive and obstructive patterns of being and relating. My focus is in working with young and older adults. I also include expressive therapy approaches, where needed, as a means to access emotions and experiences that are difficult to verbalise.
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Abigail Cornelia Layman
General Counsellor, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
Online Only
A typical treatment plan can assist Women's issues with Menopause, Depression and Anxiety.
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.
A typical treatment plan can assist Women's issues with Menopause, Depression and Anxiety.
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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Valerie Shayne
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
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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Khayreyah Antvorskov
Psychologist, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I work with adolescents and adults from a neuroaffirming, holistic, and integrative perspective. I recognise that every person’s life story, strengths, and challenges are unique. Therefore, therapy unfolds at your pace meeting you where you are. I work with clients facing a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, emotional overwhelm, trauma, grief, behavioural difficulties, and life transitions. I also work with neurodiverse individuals, helping them explore their emotional and relational world while supporting self-advocacy, growth, regulation, and self-understanding.
I work with adolescents and adults from a neuroaffirming, holistic, and integrative perspective. I recognise that every person’s life story, strengths, and challenges are unique. Therefore, therapy unfolds at your pace meeting you where you are. I work with clients facing a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, emotional overwhelm, trauma, grief, behavioural difficulties, and life transitions. I also work with neurodiverse individuals, helping them explore their emotional and relational world while supporting self-advocacy, growth, regulation, and self-understanding.
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More Therapists Nearby

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Debbie Rossiter
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
4 Endorsed
Bergvliet 7945
You're good at holding it all together, showing up, and keeping going. But privately, you're exhausted. Maybe you've been through a life change, a relationship ending, a loss, the transition into motherhood, or a new chapter that's taken more out of you than you expected. You just know that something needs to change. You're tired of pretending you're fine. Maybe you've listened to all the podcasts, followed specialists on Instagram, read all the books. You still feel stuck. Knowing something and actually shifting it are two different things.
You're good at holding it all together, showing up, and keeping going. But privately, you're exhausted. Maybe you've been through a life change, a relationship ending, a loss, the transition into motherhood, or a new chapter that's taken more out of you than you expected. You just know that something needs to change. You're tired of pretending you're fine. Maybe you've listened to all the podcasts, followed specialists on Instagram, read all the books. You still feel stuck. Knowing something and actually shifting it are two different things.
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Madeleine Pretorius
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Ind. Psych.
I am an Industrial Psychologist and Comensa registered Life Coach who specialises in providing transformational life coaching in a safe space to clients of all walks of life and life stages who want to discover their life purpose and/or strive to have more balance, health, wellness, joy, meaning, good relationships, and fulfillment in their lives. I am also trained and experienced in trauma counselling. 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 am an Industrial Psychologist and Comensa registered Life Coach who specialises in providing transformational life coaching in a safe space to clients of all walks of life and life stages who want to discover their life purpose and/or strive to have more balance, health, wellness, joy, meaning, good relationships, and fulfillment in their lives. I am also trained and experienced in trauma counselling. 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.
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Gillian Lyn Stephen
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
3 Endorsed
Tokai 7966
I have a genuine passion for people and a deep belief in the power of connection and healing. This forms the foundation of my work as a Registered Counsellor. I offer a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can explore life’s challenges, transitions, and emotional experiences. My focus is on creating a compassionate and professional environment where you feel truly heard, understood, and empowered to grow. Whether you're navigating emotional difficulties, adjusting to life changes, or seeking clarity, I’m here to support you every step of the way.
I have a genuine passion for people and a deep belief in the power of connection and healing. This forms the foundation of my work as a Registered Counsellor. I offer a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can explore life’s challenges, transitions, and emotional experiences. My focus is on creating a compassionate and professional environment where you feel truly heard, understood, and empowered to grow. Whether you're navigating emotional difficulties, adjusting to life changes, or seeking clarity, I’m here to support you every step of the way.
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Anandi Jooste
Social Worker
Online Only
I have devoted most of my career to working predominantly with Eating Disorders and anxiety, and have learned the importance of a balanced approach of both accountability and compassion. Prior to my work in this field, I have always had an interest in women's health issues and my work experience includes obesity, infertility, adoption, addiction, body image, couples therapy and building self esteem in young adults. My approach is holistic and client-centered, as I believe in meeting my clients where they are and walking the journey alongside them.
I have devoted most of my career to working predominantly with Eating Disorders and anxiety, and have learned the importance of a balanced approach of both accountability and compassion. Prior to my work in this field, I have always had an interest in women's health issues and my work experience includes obesity, infertility, adoption, addiction, body image, couples therapy and building self esteem in young adults. My approach is holistic and client-centered, as I believe in meeting my clients where they are and walking the journey alongside them.
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Laura Hartmann
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Claremont 7708
I work with adolescents (ages 11 and up) and adults across a range of concerns, with particular interests in neurodiversity, trauma, eating disorders and women’s health. I believe every client is an expert in their own experiences and so therapy with me is a collaborative process, where feedback is always welcome.
I work with adolescents (ages 11 and up) and adults across a range of concerns, with particular interests in neurodiversity, trauma, eating disorders and women’s health. I believe every client is an expert in their own experiences and so therapy with me is a collaborative process, where feedback is always welcome.
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Annie Byrne
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
Online Only
We would be a good therapeutic fit if you are someone who is feeling: overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Maybe you’ve been holding it all together on the outside, while inside, something is calling for deeper healing. You’re not looking for quick fixes—you’re ready to gently explore what’s beneath the surface, to feel more grounded, connected, and aligned with who you truly are. If you're seeking a supportive container to reconnect with yourself and navigate life with more ease and clarity, you're in the right place. I offer a safe space for healing, softening, and coming home to yourself.
We would be a good therapeutic fit if you are someone who is feeling: overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Maybe you’ve been holding it all together on the outside, while inside, something is calling for deeper healing. You’re not looking for quick fixes—you’re ready to gently explore what’s beneath the surface, to feel more grounded, connected, and aligned with who you truly are. If you're seeking a supportive container to reconnect with yourself and navigate life with more ease and clarity, you're in the right place. I offer a safe space for healing, softening, and coming home to yourself.
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Women's Issues Counsellors
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.

How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realised.

How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.