Child Therapists in Cape Town, WC
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Heloise Breytenbach-Uys
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Somerset West 7130
I see children, teenagers, adults, couples, parents and groups.
I believe in authenticity, compassion and self love. We are holistic beings - sensing, feeling, thinking and doing. We strive to have a meaningful relationship with ourselves, our significant others, our community as well as our environment. Life is a journey, not a race. Sometimes life is hard, but we have the capacity to heal, change and develop.
I see children, teenagers, adults, couples, parents and groups.
I believe in authenticity, compassion and self love. We are holistic beings - sensing, feeling, thinking and doing. We strive to have a meaningful relationship with ourselves, our significant others, our community as well as our environment. Life is a journey, not a race. Sometimes life is hard, but we have the capacity to heal, change and develop.
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My name is Marineesa Majola and I am a registered Counselling Psychologist based in Goodwood, Cape Town. I have a passion for working with children, adolescents and families who are experiencing various life difficulties, life role transitions and adjustments. My work with children and adolescents is a collaborative working relationship that involves the parents as, I believe, this ensures open communication and trust in a safe and non-judgmental space.
My name is Marineesa Majola and I am a registered Counselling Psychologist based in Goodwood, Cape Town. I have a passion for working with children, adolescents and families who are experiencing various life difficulties, life role transitions and adjustments. My work with children and adolescents is a collaborative working relationship that involves the parents as, I believe, this ensures open communication and trust in a safe and non-judgmental space.
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My ideal client is someone who feels misunderstood, whether they are a child struggling with learning differences, a teen navigating the complexities of adolescence, or an adult facing emotional challenges. They may be grappling with anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, or the weight of unresolved pain from their past. Their goal is to find clarity, build resilience, and ultimately flourish in their lives. They want a safe space where they can express themselves without judgment and receive the guidance they need to uncover their strengths and potential.
My ideal client is someone who feels misunderstood, whether they are a child struggling with learning differences, a teen navigating the complexities of adolescence, or an adult facing emotional challenges. They may be grappling with anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, or the weight of unresolved pain from their past. Their goal is to find clarity, build resilience, and ultimately flourish in their lives. They want a safe space where they can express themselves without judgment and receive the guidance they need to uncover their strengths and potential.
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Chantel Retter
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Edgemead 7441
As well as individual, child, adolescent, couples, and family sessions.
We all experience challenges in life that tend to throw us off balance. And at times restoring that balance can be hard. I would like to guide you in understanding yourself better and help you identify and practice various tools that may help you in restoring that balance.
As well as individual, child, adolescent, couples, and family sessions.
We all experience challenges in life that tend to throw us off balance. And at times restoring that balance can be hard. I would like to guide you in understanding yourself better and help you identify and practice various tools that may help you in restoring that balance.
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I’m Elretha – a Counselling Psychologist based in Wynberg, Cape Town. 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 Wynberg, Cape Town. 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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As Dr Zizz, I write picture books for children and adults to inspire them, through my publishing company Handmade Life.
I help people who are stuck, in their heads or in undigested emotions, or in difficult life circumstances, relationships and families. I teach that the only person you can change is yourself, but when you do, the ripple effect is massive. Be the change you want to see, never mind what trauma has led to your anxiety, depression etc. We're all addicts: we all have devoted habits or coping mechanisms. After a while these harm us. Find another way. I use a Transpersonal approach because it's v effective. This means I remind you you are connected to something greater than yourself, however you define that - and how to employ that daily.
As Dr Zizz, I write picture books for children and adults to inspire them, through my publishing company Handmade Life.
I help people who are stuck, in their heads or in undigested emotions, or in difficult life circumstances, relationships and families. I teach that the only person you can change is yourself, but when you do, the ripple effect is massive. Be the change you want to see, never mind what trauma has led to your anxiety, depression etc. We're all addicts: we all have devoted habits or coping mechanisms. After a while these harm us. Find another way. I use a Transpersonal approach because it's v effective. This means I remind you you are connected to something greater than yourself, however you define that - and how to employ that daily.
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I have a passion for working with children, adolescents and young adults. In my practice, I strive to facilitate every child's growth for them to be able to reach their full potential. My special interests include psycho-educational assessments, therapeutic interventions, career guidance and assessments and school readiness assessments. I employ an integrated approach to assessment and therapy to address various challenges that my clients may face. By doing so, it allows me to design interventions that are person-centered. I also work collaboratively with schools and other professionals. I am fully bilingual (Afrikaans and English).
I have a passion for working with children, adolescents and young adults. In my practice, I strive to facilitate every child's growth for them to be able to reach their full potential. My special interests include psycho-educational assessments, therapeutic interventions, career guidance and assessments and school readiness assessments. I employ an integrated approach to assessment and therapy to address various challenges that my clients may face. By doing so, it allows me to design interventions that are person-centered. I also work collaboratively with schools and other professionals. I am fully bilingual (Afrikaans and English).
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We all desire better relationships with our spouses, children and loved ones but are unsure how to begin this journey. The most important relationship you will ever have is the one with yourself. Let’s begin here. I would love to walk alongside you on this beautiful awakening.
We all desire better relationships with our spouses, children and loved ones but are unsure how to begin this journey. The most important relationship you will ever have is the one with yourself. Let’s begin here. I would love to walk alongside you on this beautiful awakening.
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AR Counselling (Abigail Reeve)
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Sonstraal Heights 7550
I enjoy working with children, adults and families.
I provide a safe space, where you can feel heard and understood. I am a big advocate for mental health and breaking the stigma. Seeking counselling is a sign of strength as you have admitted that you need assistance... You are not alone. My services are also offered in Afrikaans. My dienste is ook beskikbaar in Afrikaans.
I enjoy working with children, adults and families.
I provide a safe space, where you can feel heard and understood. I am a big advocate for mental health and breaking the stigma. Seeking counselling is a sign of strength as you have admitted that you need assistance... You are not alone. My services are also offered in Afrikaans. My dienste is ook beskikbaar in Afrikaans.
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Tanja Smuts
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellville 7530
Waitlist for new clients
I focus on therapeutic work with children, adolescents and parents. I am happy to work with presenting issues such as developmental concerns, child emotional and behavioural problems, depression (including post-natal depression), anxiety, self-esteem end personality issues, family difficulties, bereavement, trauma and adjustment difficulties.
I focus on therapeutic work with children, adolescents and parents. I am happy to work with presenting issues such as developmental concerns, child emotional and behavioural problems, depression (including post-natal depression), anxiety, self-esteem end personality issues, family difficulties, bereavement, trauma and adjustment difficulties.
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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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As an Educational Psychologist I work with various children, learners, students and families. I approach every client in a way that is suitable for them. I assist in trauma, bereavement, scholastic and emotional difficulties. I also do psycho-educational assessments in order to better understand what can be done to help a learner or student. I also offer career counselling and career assessment in order to help the client to better understand themselves and their personalities and abilities. I further offer parent guidance to parents that are in need. Feel free to contact me if you are in need of the abovementioned services.
If there is a need for support in areas of your child's life that impacts their development, feel free to contact me.
As an Educational Psychologist I work with various children, learners, students and families. I approach every client in a way that is suitable for them. I assist in trauma, bereavement, scholastic and emotional difficulties. I also do psycho-educational assessments in order to better understand what can be done to help a learner or student. I also offer career counselling and career assessment in order to help the client to better understand themselves and their personalities and abilities. I further offer parent guidance to parents that are in need. Feel free to contact me if you are in need of the abovementioned services.
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Jessica Smit
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Durbanville 7550 (Online Only)
I am a bilingual registered counsellor, offering both individual and group counselling for children, adolescents and adults. My experience includes working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other learning difficulties. My approach is integrative, which means that I draw from various approaches and interventions and tailor them in a way that best suits each individual. I offer a safe and non-judgemental space which allows for clients to freely express their thoughts, opinions, feelings and experiences.
I am a bilingual registered counsellor, offering both individual and group counselling for children, adolescents and adults. My experience includes working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other learning difficulties. My approach is integrative, which means that I draw from various approaches and interventions and tailor them in a way that best suits each individual. I offer a safe and non-judgemental space which allows for clients to freely express their thoughts, opinions, feelings and experiences.
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Duduzile Maphanga
Psychometrist, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Psychometrist
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8000
Feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, angry, lack of energy/exhaustion/chronic fatigue etc,? These could be signs that you may need psychological support. We provide a safe, warm, supportive and non-judgemental space to process difficulties such as: PERSONAL: Stress, Anger, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Worry.. RELATIONSHIP & FAMILY: Separation, Divorce, Infidelity, Interpersonal conflict.. TRAUMA/GRIEF: Loss of loved ones, Death.. WORKPLACE: Disciplinary, Retrenchment, Conflict with co-workers/management, Career change, Poor performance, Burnout.. CHILD/TEEN/ADOLESCENT: ADHD, Career Counselling, Subject choice guidance..
Feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, angry, lack of energy/exhaustion/chronic fatigue etc,? These could be signs that you may need psychological support. We provide a safe, warm, supportive and non-judgemental space to process difficulties such as: PERSONAL: Stress, Anger, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Worry.. RELATIONSHIP & FAMILY: Separation, Divorce, Infidelity, Interpersonal conflict.. TRAUMA/GRIEF: Loss of loved ones, Death.. WORKPLACE: Disciplinary, Retrenchment, Conflict with co-workers/management, Career change, Poor performance, Burnout.. CHILD/TEEN/ADOLESCENT: ADHD, Career Counselling, Subject choice guidance..
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Leigh-Anne Alexander is a qualified Art Therapist based in the Helderberg area. Leigh-Anne's approach is empathetic and fosters a non-judgmental atmosphere for self-expression and exploration. She works with diverse groups in individual and group settings, including children and adults in community settings, individuals in private practice, adolescents in psychiatric hospitals, and clients in addiction recovery centers. Leigh-Anne's approach to art therapy is psychodynamic, focusing on the exploration of unconscious processes, childhood experiences, and relational dynamics to promote healing and self-awareness.
Leigh-Anne Alexander is a qualified Art Therapist based in the Helderberg area. Leigh-Anne's approach is empathetic and fosters a non-judgmental atmosphere for self-expression and exploration. She works with diverse groups in individual and group settings, including children and adults in community settings, individuals in private practice, adolescents in psychiatric hospitals, and clients in addiction recovery centers. Leigh-Anne's approach to art therapy is psychodynamic, focusing on the exploration of unconscious processes, childhood experiences, and relational dynamics to promote healing and self-awareness.
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My ideal client is someone who has a need for therapy, but may find it difficult to talk about their issues. Words may seem limited to describe what they feel inside of themselves. Child clients sometimes don't know or understand the extent of their unhappiness, or are too young to know that they are mentally and emotionally affected by circumstances. My ideal client is someone who suffers from trauma and early childhood wounding, or presents an array of other clinical presentations, including depression, anxiety disorders and much more. Clients seek therapy because they have a desire to be healed and emotionally be in balance.
My ideal client is someone who has a need for therapy, but may find it difficult to talk about their issues. Words may seem limited to describe what they feel inside of themselves. Child clients sometimes don't know or understand the extent of their unhappiness, or are too young to know that they are mentally and emotionally affected by circumstances. My ideal client is someone who suffers from trauma and early childhood wounding, or presents an array of other clinical presentations, including depression, anxiety disorders and much more. Clients seek therapy because they have a desire to be healed and emotionally be in balance.
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Hello! I'm Robyn Gordon, a qualified educational psychologist, based in Tokai. I am passionate about supporting the mental and emotional well-being of individuals across different age groups. I offer personalised therapy for children, teens, and adults, tailored to meet their unique needs and challenges.
Hello! I'm Robyn Gordon, a qualified educational psychologist, based in Tokai. I am passionate about supporting the mental and emotional well-being of individuals across different age groups. I offer personalised therapy for children, teens, and adults, tailored to meet their unique needs and challenges.
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I offer a range of services, including clinical assessment, psychometric evaluation, and psychotherapy, serving individuals, couples, adolescents, children, and organizations.
I'm Letitia Williams, a registered Counselling Psychologist in Claremont, Cape Town. Welcome to a space where psychological well-being is paramount. My aim is to provide clients, regardless of their background, with the support and guidance needed to conquer the diverse challenges life presents. I believe in equipping clients with essential skills and strategies that not only aid in overcoming these hurdles but also foster emotional growth and resilience. By tailoring the therapeutic approach to each client’s unique needs and aspirations, we work collaboratively to pave the way towards a well-rounded and resilient life.
I offer a range of services, including clinical assessment, psychometric evaluation, and psychotherapy, serving individuals, couples, adolescents, children, and organizations.
I'm Letitia Williams, a registered Counselling Psychologist in Claremont, Cape Town. Welcome to a space where psychological well-being is paramount. My aim is to provide clients, regardless of their background, with the support and guidance needed to conquer the diverse challenges life presents. I believe in equipping clients with essential skills and strategies that not only aid in overcoming these hurdles but also foster emotional growth and resilience. By tailoring the therapeutic approach to each client’s unique needs and aspirations, we work collaboratively to pave the way towards a well-rounded and resilient life.
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Tharwat Julius
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Grassy Park 7941
Mental and emotional health can have interpersonal, and social impacts; I aim to provide evidenced-based mental, emotional and behavioral health interventions within the context of families, communities and larger systems, to children, adolescents and adults. During counselling we will develop a collaborative relationship where each client feels empowered to act as an expert in developing effective coping skills, manage anxiety, depression, navigate difficult life transitions, and enhance communication skills and relationships.
Mental and emotional health can have interpersonal, and social impacts; I aim to provide evidenced-based mental, emotional and behavioral health interventions within the context of families, communities and larger systems, to children, adolescents and adults. During counselling we will develop a collaborative relationship where each client feels empowered to act as an expert in developing effective coping skills, manage anxiety, depression, navigate difficult life transitions, and enhance communication skills and relationships.
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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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Child Counsellors
Child psychologists in Cape Town provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Cape Town build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Cape Town build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.