Psychodynamic Therapists in Port Elizabeth
I consult with individuals (adults only) and couples. I view every individual I encounter as unique. I therefore alter my psychotherapeutic approach to fit best with the client in front of me. I work mostly from a person-centred approach, including elements of cognitive-behavioural, solution-focused, and narrative psychotherapy. If I think it would be most beneficial to you, I may follow a pure psychodynamic approach during which I act mainly as a reflecting mirror. Often this approach requires a longer-term commitment to therapy to reap the full benefits. A psychodynamic approach may however also be used successfully short-term.
I consult with individuals (adults only) and couples. I view every individual I encounter as unique. I therefore alter my psychotherapeutic approach to fit best with the client in front of me. I work mostly from a person-centred approach, including elements of cognitive-behavioural, solution-focused, and narrative psychotherapy. If I think it would be most beneficial to you, I may follow a pure psychodynamic approach during which I act mainly as a reflecting mirror. Often this approach requires a longer-term commitment to therapy to reap the full benefits. A psychodynamic approach may however also be used successfully short-term.
Therapy serves to empower you, so you can live a more fulfilling life. I work together with you to improve your wellbeing in various areas, such as relationships, work and your internal world. Creating a warm and safe therapy relationship is essential to your progress. Therefore, I focus on attuning to your experience and your specific needs. The approach I use emphasises an increased understanding of yourself and improvement through a collaborative relationship. I aim to help you experience symptom relief, a greater knowledge of yourself, increased self esteem and problem solving skills.
Therapy serves to empower you, so you can live a more fulfilling life. I work together with you to improve your wellbeing in various areas, such as relationships, work and your internal world. Creating a warm and safe therapy relationship is essential to your progress. Therefore, I focus on attuning to your experience and your specific needs. The approach I use emphasises an increased understanding of yourself and improvement through a collaborative relationship. I aim to help you experience symptom relief, a greater knowledge of yourself, increased self esteem and problem solving skills.
Richard James Barker
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Elizabeth 6001
I offer counselling and therapeutic life coaching. Clients will come to me with a range of problems and often feel some confusion. In our work we will clarify the problem and see what is most challenging for you at the present time. We will discover where this confusion arises in the body and mind and be able to see what started it. Perhaps this has been triggered in the past: by an environment, people, a person, upbringing etc. The work we do is non-judgemental and my purpose is to help you find your way out of the confusion and suffering, so you can find success, purpose and meaning in your life. I will be with you all the way
I offer counselling and therapeutic life coaching. Clients will come to me with a range of problems and often feel some confusion. In our work we will clarify the problem and see what is most challenging for you at the present time. We will discover where this confusion arises in the body and mind and be able to see what started it. Perhaps this has been triggered in the past: by an environment, people, a person, upbringing etc. The work we do is non-judgemental and my purpose is to help you find your way out of the confusion and suffering, so you can find success, purpose and meaning in your life. I will be with you all the way
Each of us struggle at times in our lives, one of the hardest and bravest things you can do is ask for help. I am here to help you build psychological strength, to walk with you as you find your way through the mess of life. You are not alone, you are not broken. Healing is possible
Each of us struggle at times in our lives, one of the hardest and bravest things you can do is ask for help. I am here to help you build psychological strength, to walk with you as you find your way through the mess of life. You are not alone, you are not broken. Healing is possible
Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Port Elizabeth 6000
Our Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic provides comprehensive psychological evaluations and therapy to children, teenagers, adults, and seniors. We provide trauma informed individual, couples, group, and family sessions including yoga, mindfulness sessions, and art therapy. We are specialists in trauma informed therapy and our practice provides individual and group therapy services to survivors of human trafficking, domestic violence, and violent crimes. Our licensed and skilled team of therapists is devoted to providing quality services and our social justice team is committed to seeing you thrive in the community.
Our Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic provides comprehensive psychological evaluations and therapy to children, teenagers, adults, and seniors. We provide trauma informed individual, couples, group, and family sessions including yoga, mindfulness sessions, and art therapy. We are specialists in trauma informed therapy and our practice provides individual and group therapy services to survivors of human trafficking, domestic violence, and violent crimes. Our licensed and skilled team of therapists is devoted to providing quality services and our social justice team is committed to seeing you thrive in the community.
I have experience in helping clients with challenges relating to depression, anxiety, trauma and grief - as symptoms of existing conditions, and/or as responses to circumstantial stress. I am also experienced in helping clients with the management of neurodivergent disorders (ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder). My approach pulls away from over analysis and rumination, towards figuring out how to sustainably feel and be better. This is accomplished by emphasising healthy thinking, health feeling and healthy behaving.
I have experience in helping clients with challenges relating to depression, anxiety, trauma and grief - as symptoms of existing conditions, and/or as responses to circumstantial stress. I am also experienced in helping clients with the management of neurodivergent disorders (ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder). My approach pulls away from over analysis and rumination, towards figuring out how to sustainably feel and be better. This is accomplished by emphasising healthy thinking, health feeling and healthy behaving.
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Qhawe Agyapong Plaatjie
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Broadwood 6070
The psychodynamic approach helps uncover unconscious patterns and unresolved conflicts, while CBT focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviour.
My name is Qhawe Plaatjie, and I am a dynamically trained Clinical Psychologist. I am also well-versed in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), both of which form my main interventions. However, my approach goes beyond just healing; I strongly believe in helping individuals discover and become the best versions of themselves. In my practice, I place great emphasis on building a strong and trusting relationship with my patients. I firmly believe that this relationship is the cornerstone for achieving meaningful change and healing.
The psychodynamic approach helps uncover unconscious patterns and unresolved conflicts, while CBT focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviour.
My name is Qhawe Plaatjie, and I am a dynamically trained Clinical Psychologist. I am also well-versed in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), both of which form my main interventions. However, my approach goes beyond just healing; I strongly believe in helping individuals discover and become the best versions of themselves. In my practice, I place great emphasis on building a strong and trusting relationship with my patients. I firmly believe that this relationship is the cornerstone for achieving meaningful change and healing.
Hi, my name is Babalwa, I am a community counselling psychologist who works with clients that are going through personal and life challenges such as grief, anxiety and depression. I am experienced in working with individuals throughout the different stages of life, with the aim of facilitating a process of awareness and healing.
Hi, my name is Babalwa, I am a community counselling psychologist who works with clients that are going through personal and life challenges such as grief, anxiety and depression. I am experienced in working with individuals throughout the different stages of life, with the aim of facilitating a process of awareness and healing.
Online Therapists
Nokubonga Ngubane
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Summerstrand 6001 (Online Only)
I combine cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, and psychodynamic approaches to create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.
In my psychology practice, I draw inspiration from the resilient baobab tree, focusing on understanding and addressing each client's unique needs. Like the baobab’s deep roots, I delve into personal experiences to foster growth and healing in a supportive environment. What sets my practice apart is my holistic approach, combining evidence-based techniques and innovative strategies tailored to each individual. This ensures clients are equipped with the tools to thrive, no matter the challenges they face. By empowering clients to uncover their inner strengths, I help them build resilience and achieve lasting, positive change.
I combine cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, and psychodynamic approaches to create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.
In my psychology practice, I draw inspiration from the resilient baobab tree, focusing on understanding and addressing each client's unique needs. Like the baobab’s deep roots, I delve into personal experiences to foster growth and healing in a supportive environment. What sets my practice apart is my holistic approach, combining evidence-based techniques and innovative strategies tailored to each individual. This ensures clients are equipped with the tools to thrive, no matter the challenges they face. By empowering clients to uncover their inner strengths, I help them build resilience and achieve lasting, positive change.
I am trained as a psychodynamic music therapist, currently completing a certificate course in foundational Jungian Concepts through the South African Association for Jungian Analysis and completing advanced training to become a Guided Imagery and Music Fellow.
As a psychodynamic music therapist (HPCSA registered) and Specialist Wellness Counsellor (ASCHP registered), I work with clients to access unconscious material through both verbal and non-verbal arts processes. This allows us to explore deep-rooted thinking patterns and behaviours, helping clients become aware of their origins and facilitate meaningful change. In today’s busy society, many experience a disconnection between mind, body, and spirit – our sessions focus on restoring that connection, fostering a sense of wholeness and integration. Authenticity and creating a safe, containing space are essential to my practice.
I am trained as a psychodynamic music therapist, currently completing a certificate course in foundational Jungian Concepts through the South African Association for Jungian Analysis and completing advanced training to become a Guided Imagery and Music Fellow.
As a psychodynamic music therapist (HPCSA registered) and Specialist Wellness Counsellor (ASCHP registered), I work with clients to access unconscious material through both verbal and non-verbal arts processes. This allows us to explore deep-rooted thinking patterns and behaviours, helping clients become aware of their origins and facilitate meaningful change. In today’s busy society, many experience a disconnection between mind, body, and spirit – our sessions focus on restoring that connection, fostering a sense of wholeness and integration. Authenticity and creating a safe, containing space are essential to my practice.
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Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.