Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Melrose

I am a Counselling Psychologist situated in the northern suburbs of Johannesburg, in close proximity to the areas of Rosebank and Sandton. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families addressing current challenges with a Solution Focused approach. These challenges may include some more common complaints such as depression and anxiety, or those trying to come to terms with a trauma or bereavement. My approach is focused and therefore short-term in nature. As such long term time commitments is uncommon. I hope this can help people achieve significant change whilst offering them a more cost effective therapeutic approach.

Ideally the client knows that they are stuck but they wish to overcome the barriers and the struggles that keep them there. It can be due to trauma, work challenges or self-esteem challenges, there is always a treatment plan that will be made to help the client overcome their challenges and break through their barriers

I have a special interest in working with attachment, infant & child mental health, relational trauma, relationship difficulties, loss, personality and mood disorders.I assist and support people through their greatest suffering and the most painful moments of their lives through psychotherapy. I am passionate about assisting people, through the therapeutic journey to recognize their strength and resilience, and to step forward with grace and courage. I have found great fulfillment in my role as a psychotherapist, as I am permitted to carry in my heart and mind the stories of other people’s love, hurt, trauma, struggles and growth.

Growth is often uncomfortable and messy. That is why I commend my clients for showing great courage to own their journey to mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness. Growth is necessary.

I am a professional counsellor and work with adults, adolescents and children in many areas including trauma, bereavement, self-awareness, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and personal growth, amongst others.

I help adults, athletes, partners, couples, groups, teams, leaders, sports players and organisations to deal with significant life events and challenges to transcend these towards achieving their goals and living an optimal life. These may include: Abuse, Adjusting to Change/Life Transitions, Anxiety Disorders, Bereavement and Loss, Career Issues, Conflict, Forgiveness, Leadership Development, Performance Enhancement, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders, Restructuring/Lay-offs, Sexual Trauma and other trauma of all kinds.

My approach to therapy includes providing psychological support to people, with a consciousness of their contexts and intersections. Areas of practice include psychotherapeutic interventions for depression, anxiety, complex trauma and post-traumatic stress, psychoeducation and trauma debriefing. I also conduct psychological assessments (career, occupational placement, intelligence, aptitude, personality, neuro, and projective assessments). In my work I advocate for inclusivity and access to mental health and rehabilitation services. I have conducted research around the intersections of identity, personality, power and violence.

In life, we face many challenges that affect us on different levels. These may include stress, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, trauma and many others. How we deal with these challenges is important so that we can be mentally and physically healthy and live fulfilling lives. Sometimes, we just need someone to lend an ear and other times we need a professional to guide us in our process of healing. When working with clients, I believe that each client has the internal resources that can facilitate change and that thorugh a safe and non - judgmental space this can be achieved.

Experience Change with Ann O’Flaherty (Falkov) Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, anxiety, or major life changes? There comes a time when we need help from a certified professional to cope with life’s challenges. I’d love to help you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery. Since opening the doors of my practice in 1998, I have provided clients with a wide range of psychological services. I have also been teaching and educating students during the last 10 years and this has kept me up to date with the profession of psychology.

My ideal client is ready to face their denial, fears and aspects of themselves that they have been avoiding. Their issues range from fear of not being good enough, addiction or alcoholism, past trauma and abuse, neglect, depression, feeling alone, anxiety and co-dependency. They need to be heard and understood and feel that they are overwhelmed by their daily responsibilities. They need to feel safe and find a way to cope with their emotions. They want to find a way to feel less stressed and stuck. They want to overcome the fear that they have been living with.

Effective therapy offers us real healing and transformation. It happens through expanded awareness, as we learn how to awaken to our unconscious purposes and the internal blocks that hold us back. We let go of the instinctual coping mechanisms that have formed our identity and begin to access our authentic, Divine Self. We become empowered with a sense of freedom and confidence - able to see new possibilities. My holistic approach integrates Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy with EFT/Matrix Reimprinting energy healing to achieve the healing, growth and transformation you want in your life. See my website for client testimonials.

Do you need - Strategies to overcome relationship conflicts in your personal or work life? - Couples or marriage counselling?- Assistance with changes taking place in your life ? Help in dealing with a loss? - Support with feeling of depression and loneliness? - Techniques to conquer feelings of shock after a traumatic event? I offer counselling at reasonable rates.

Trust the process of healing: a Person’s life experiences directly impact on their overall wellbeing.  When we experience trauma or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for our lives to unravel. Often underlying emotional problems need to be addressed before a lasting improvement in a person's quality of life can take place. Christel completed her internship at 1 Military Hospital where she was exposed to various aspects of psychodynamic imbalances and trauma-spectrum manifestations within a diverse demographic and cultural client base.

I am a registered Counselling Psychologist with experience in helping clients with a variety of serious and daily mental health struggles. As an Integrative based Psychologist, I look forward to meeting my clients where they are at and assist in fostering a better connection with him/herself, relationships with others; and most importantly, to understand the dynamics with self and others. I am registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and my practice is registered with the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF). Recently, I obtained certification and accreditation as a BrainWorking Recursive Therapy (BWRT).

Life is tough enough to deal with without the added pains of past trauma, loss and grief, feelings of depression, anxiety and so much more. It is my passion to help you heal through these pains and empower you to continue on a lighter, happier path where these burdens no longer weigh you down. Going through therapy is a process, and you should be proud of yourself for taking the first step. I am here to start this process with you and facilitate your journey in a safe, non judgmental space.