Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Therapists in Pretoria

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Rahila Waka
General Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pretoria 0084  (Online Only)
Life can feel like an emotional rollercoaster, filled with ups and downs that leave us feeling lost or overwhelmed. If you struggle with difficult emotions like anxiety, sadness, or stress, know that you're not alone. In therapy, I offer a warm and welcoming space where you can share your story without fear of judgment. I understand that reaching out for help can be daunting, but know that you're taking a courageous step toward healing and growth. Together, we'll embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing, where your feelings are honored and your experiences are met with empathy.
Life can feel like an emotional rollercoaster, filled with ups and downs that leave us feeling lost or overwhelmed. If you struggle with difficult emotions like anxiety, sadness, or stress, know that you're not alone. In therapy, I offer a warm and welcoming space where you can share your story without fear of judgment. I understand that reaching out for help can be daunting, but know that you're taking a courageous step toward healing and growth. Together, we'll embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing, where your feelings are honored and your experiences are met with empathy.
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Arthi Sukhdeo
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Pretoria 0002
Feeling overwhelmed? You're not alone. As a compassionate psychologist, I'm here to support you. Let's navigate your journey together. Reach out, your well-being matters.
Feeling overwhelmed? You're not alone. As a compassionate psychologist, I'm here to support you. Let's navigate your journey together. Reach out, your well-being matters.
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Lerato Mabelebele (Matsunyane)
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Pretoria 0002
I am a Counselling Psychologist with a passion for human relationships and supporting people. I am devoted to promoting the mental health of others and empowering them to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives. It is deeply fulfilling for me to witness people thrive and grow personally. I feel privileged to experience and to have the opportunity to provide a safe, holding space for people to share in their joys and achievements but also collaborate with them to explore aspects of themselves and resolve their challenges.
I am a Counselling Psychologist with a passion for human relationships and supporting people. I am devoted to promoting the mental health of others and empowering them to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives. It is deeply fulfilling for me to witness people thrive and grow personally. I feel privileged to experience and to have the opportunity to provide a safe, holding space for people to share in their joys and achievements but also collaborate with them to explore aspects of themselves and resolve their challenges.
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Kgomotso Motsepe
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Pretoria 0002
My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy ,compassion, recognising, and appreciating the complexities of the human functioning. Access to psychotherapy is an investment not only for ourselves but for our loved ones. I am HPCSA registered and licensed Clinical Psychologist with the ability to build rapport to facilitate client insight and growth. I am a multilingual and skilled to work within a multicultural context, with individuals, groups, couples and families.
My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy ,compassion, recognising, and appreciating the complexities of the human functioning. Access to psychotherapy is an investment not only for ourselves but for our loved ones. I am HPCSA registered and licensed Clinical Psychologist with the ability to build rapport to facilitate client insight and growth. I am a multilingual and skilled to work within a multicultural context, with individuals, groups, couples and families.
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Estelle Holworthy
General Counsellor, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pretoria 0184
Are you ready to unleash your potential and rediscover your best self? Meet your trusted ally in the journey towards personal growth and resilience. As a seasoned multicultural counsellor, I bring a wealth of experience in empowering clients from all walks of life. Whether you're grappling with motivation, feeling swamped by life's demands, or navigating through profound challenges like trauma, grief, or conflict, I offer a safe haven for your journey. Let's embark on this transformative path together, where you can find solace, strength, and the tools to thrive.
Are you ready to unleash your potential and rediscover your best self? Meet your trusted ally in the journey towards personal growth and resilience. As a seasoned multicultural counsellor, I bring a wealth of experience in empowering clients from all walks of life. Whether you're grappling with motivation, feeling swamped by life's demands, or navigating through profound challenges like trauma, grief, or conflict, I offer a safe haven for your journey. Let's embark on this transformative path together, where you can find solace, strength, and the tools to thrive.
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Tamaria Counselling
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Pretoria 0002
Do you feel stuck in life or overwhelmed by everyday life demands? Talking to a health professional that cares about your well-being can be helpful. We help individuals and organizations by providing counselling, trauma debriefing, pre-marital & marital counselling, educational training programs, and psychotherapy to assist in the adaptation to different environments, promote cohesiveness in groups, as well as coping with everyday stressors.
Do you feel stuck in life or overwhelmed by everyday life demands? Talking to a health professional that cares about your well-being can be helpful. We help individuals and organizations by providing counselling, trauma debriefing, pre-marital & marital counselling, educational training programs, and psychotherapy to assist in the adaptation to different environments, promote cohesiveness in groups, as well as coping with everyday stressors.
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Kutlwano Maite
Psychologist, MSc, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Pretoria 0184
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist who welcomes all individuals to my practice. Everyone’s emotional well-being and mental health is important; regardless of your race, gender/gender expression, religious beliefs, or physical attributes. I offer psychotherapy to individuals (children included)/couples/families and groups. To me, psychotherapy is a collaborative process that assists with facilitating self–and-emotional awareness, insight development, empowering autonomy, providing psychological support through the process of self-actualization. In other words, psychotherapy facilitates GROWTH!
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist who welcomes all individuals to my practice. Everyone’s emotional well-being and mental health is important; regardless of your race, gender/gender expression, religious beliefs, or physical attributes. I offer psychotherapy to individuals (children included)/couples/families and groups. To me, psychotherapy is a collaborative process that assists with facilitating self–and-emotional awareness, insight development, empowering autonomy, providing psychological support through the process of self-actualization. In other words, psychotherapy facilitates GROWTH!
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Yolanda Unathi Nongauza
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Pretoria 0002
My interests lie in providing counselling and psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, couples and families ff i.e. Relationship difficulties, Adjustment disorders, Bereavement and loss, Disaster and trauma management Substance abuse disorders Couples therapy, Career counselling, Anxiety and depression, Acute stress management And facilitating workshops
My interests lie in providing counselling and psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, couples and families ff i.e. Relationship difficulties, Adjustment disorders, Bereavement and loss, Disaster and trauma management Substance abuse disorders Couples therapy, Career counselling, Anxiety and depression, Acute stress management And facilitating workshops
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Tracy Tshilidzi Marokane
Psychologist, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pretoria 0002
As a clinical psychologist, my role is to assess, diagnose and facilitate a healing/treatment process for people who are struggling with personal challenges and mental health conditions that are causing psychological distress. My approach involves using an evidence-based integrative approach, which is a progressive form of psychotherapy that combines different therapeutic tools to fit the unique needs of my clients/patients.
As a clinical psychologist, my role is to assess, diagnose and facilitate a healing/treatment process for people who are struggling with personal challenges and mental health conditions that are causing psychological distress. My approach involves using an evidence-based integrative approach, which is a progressive form of psychotherapy that combines different therapeutic tools to fit the unique needs of my clients/patients.
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Mapesa Khanye
General Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pretoria 0002
I am a registered wellness counsellor registered with ASCHP. I believe that we all have a past, but we are not the past. Life gives each person a unique challenge that affects their self-esteem. I am passionate about bringing hope into people's lives by offering much-needed support and helping individuals create a sense of well-being and inner peace. I show empathy, compassion and give support to clients through self-empowerment, psycho social support, self-discovery, journey with them in discovering their potential and purpose.For someone to seek help is bravery, a non judgmental therapeutic environment is important and comforting.
I am a registered wellness counsellor registered with ASCHP. I believe that we all have a past, but we are not the past. Life gives each person a unique challenge that affects their self-esteem. I am passionate about bringing hope into people's lives by offering much-needed support and helping individuals create a sense of well-being and inner peace. I show empathy, compassion and give support to clients through self-empowerment, psycho social support, self-discovery, journey with them in discovering their potential and purpose.For someone to seek help is bravery, a non judgmental therapeutic environment is important and comforting.
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Michelle Karen Townsend
General Counsellor, PsySSA Counsellor
Verified Verified
Pretoria 0002
Michelle Townsend founded Mindfulness Matters, providing mindfulness classes, coaching, counselling and online services. Michelle studied at University of South Africa, and is also a certified mindfulness practitioner, coach and counsellor. Michelle has over 20 years experience, and has a passion for people and wellness, is dedicated to assisting her clients to live full, productive and happy lives by way of various therapeutic based coaching and counselling methods, tools and techniques.
Michelle Townsend founded Mindfulness Matters, providing mindfulness classes, coaching, counselling and online services. Michelle studied at University of South Africa, and is also a certified mindfulness practitioner, coach and counsellor. Michelle has over 20 years experience, and has a passion for people and wellness, is dedicated to assisting her clients to live full, productive and happy lives by way of various therapeutic based coaching and counselling methods, tools and techniques.
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Tshegofatso Oshyn Gaebuelwe
Social Worker, SACSSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pretoria 0002  (Online Only)
My ideal client faces challenges like anxiety, work-life balance, or relationship issues. They need a supportive environment to explore emotions and seek effective coping strategies. Their goals include developing self-awareness, healthier coping mechanisms, and improved relationships. They desire balance and well-being in both personal and professional spheres. Motivated for change, they value a collaborative therapeutic journey, aiming for long-term personal growth. Their aspiration is to overcome hindering patterns and build a life that aligns with their deepest values and goals.
My ideal client faces challenges like anxiety, work-life balance, or relationship issues. They need a supportive environment to explore emotions and seek effective coping strategies. Their goals include developing self-awareness, healthier coping mechanisms, and improved relationships. They desire balance and well-being in both personal and professional spheres. Motivated for change, they value a collaborative therapeutic journey, aiming for long-term personal growth. Their aspiration is to overcome hindering patterns and build a life that aligns with their deepest values and goals.
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Simoné Vink
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Pretoria 0002
As a Clinical Psychologist, I feel passionate about helping individuals discover their strengths, cope with daily challenges, and assist them in coping with or working through emotional distress in a safe environment. I offer play therapy to children 4-12 years of age and psychotherapy to adolescents and adults.
As a Clinical Psychologist, I feel passionate about helping individuals discover their strengths, cope with daily challenges, and assist them in coping with or working through emotional distress in a safe environment. I offer play therapy to children 4-12 years of age and psychotherapy to adolescents and adults.
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Melloney Smith
General Counsellor
Verified Verified
Pretoria 0002  (Online Only)
I am a counsellor who helps others reach their goals and work through trauma, I help others by guiding them in the right direction and assisting them with self-discovery. I help with your emotions and self-expression and assist you with new ways to express your emotions. I serve the public, adults, and children. Anyone who reaches out for help deserves to be helped to the best of my ability. Mental and emotional health is what I focus on, and I find the best therapy method for every client. I'm a loyal and open person. I aim to empower others, help them grow, and reach their full potential.
I am a counsellor who helps others reach their goals and work through trauma, I help others by guiding them in the right direction and assisting them with self-discovery. I help with your emotions and self-expression and assist you with new ways to express your emotions. I serve the public, adults, and children. Anyone who reaches out for help deserves to be helped to the best of my ability. Mental and emotional health is what I focus on, and I find the best therapy method for every client. I'm a loyal and open person. I aim to empower others, help them grow, and reach their full potential.
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Elmarie van Pareen
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Verified Verified
Pretoria 0002
My ideal client is an unhappy person, looking for solutions. The client is open, honest and sincere, with respect for other people. My client could have relationship problems, learning problems, depression issues, etc. My client is receptive for MINDFUL INTERACTION, GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING.
My ideal client is an unhappy person, looking for solutions. The client is open, honest and sincere, with respect for other people. My client could have relationship problems, learning problems, depression issues, etc. My client is receptive for MINDFUL INTERACTION, GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING.
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Reniqe Wallace
General Counsellor
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pretoria 0002
Life is difficult and no one should go through the tough times alone. I'm Reniqe Wallace and I've been passionate about working with people since I can remember. I am registered with the ASCHP (Reg: WC24/6059) as a Wellness Counsellor and I am blessed to have the opportunity to create a space where you can feel safe enough to open your heart to me. My goal is to walk your journey with you until you feel ready to walk on your own again. As your wellness counselor, I promise to treat you with kindness and respect.
Life is difficult and no one should go through the tough times alone. I'm Reniqe Wallace and I've been passionate about working with people since I can remember. I am registered with the ASCHP (Reg: WC24/6059) as a Wellness Counsellor and I am blessed to have the opportunity to create a space where you can feel safe enough to open your heart to me. My goal is to walk your journey with you until you feel ready to walk on your own again. As your wellness counselor, I promise to treat you with kindness and respect.
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Sympathy Khuthadzo Mulaudzi
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Pretoria 0002
I am a licensed Independent Clinical Psychologist who renders psychological services and individualized therapy to children, adolescents and adults. I also enjoy working with couples, families and groups with psychological, emotional and behavioral challenges using an integrative evidence based approach. The therapeutic relationship is the most significant element of therapy and it is formed based on acceptance, authenticity, empathy and a non-judgemental stance for the client and their challenges.
I am a licensed Independent Clinical Psychologist who renders psychological services and individualized therapy to children, adolescents and adults. I also enjoy working with couples, families and groups with psychological, emotional and behavioral challenges using an integrative evidence based approach. The therapeutic relationship is the most significant element of therapy and it is formed based on acceptance, authenticity, empathy and a non-judgemental stance for the client and their challenges.
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Liesl Eliastam
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Pretoria 0002  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My passion is working with clients who want to develop themselves at a personal and relational level. My ideal client is someone who has experienced great difficulty in life, whether it's an issue that persists from childhood or is more a recent trauma or setback; someone who understands that they need help and want to move forward in their lives, bringing tangible and sustainable change.....and freedom. I get excited about the transformational aspect that therapy can bring.
My passion is working with clients who want to develop themselves at a personal and relational level. My ideal client is someone who has experienced great difficulty in life, whether it's an issue that persists from childhood or is more a recent trauma or setback; someone who understands that they need help and want to move forward in their lives, bringing tangible and sustainable change.....and freedom. I get excited about the transformational aspect that therapy can bring.
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Esmarilda Dankaert
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Pretoria 0002
Are you at a stage in your life where you feel like you are stuck in a rut, or tired of self-sabotaging your own happiness and success, or tired or being tired, or being overly anxious all the time and feeling burnt out? Do you feel like you have lost touch with who you are, your dreams, your strengths? Do you not like the person you see in the mirror? Are you frustrated by your constant procrastination and lack of progress? Are you overwhelmed by the expectations of others? Do you find your work unfulfilling? Do you feel lost, personally, socially and/or professionally? Then you have landed on the right page!
Are you at a stage in your life where you feel like you are stuck in a rut, or tired of self-sabotaging your own happiness and success, or tired or being tired, or being overly anxious all the time and feeling burnt out? Do you feel like you have lost touch with who you are, your dreams, your strengths? Do you not like the person you see in the mirror? Are you frustrated by your constant procrastination and lack of progress? Are you overwhelmed by the expectations of others? Do you find your work unfulfilling? Do you feel lost, personally, socially and/or professionally? Then you have landed on the right page!
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Spectrum Centre - Autism Spectrum Solutions
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Pretoria 0002
Do I have Autism? How do I know I am Autistic? What does Autism Spectrum Disorder look like? How do I find help, if I am Autistic? Our Autism Specialist Team are ready to answer your questions. Don’t delay, an Autism diagnosis can offer major benefits and relief.
Do I have Autism? How do I know I am Autistic? What does Autism Spectrum Disorder look like? How do I find help, if I am Autistic? Our Autism Specialist Team are ready to answer your questions. Don’t delay, an Autism diagnosis can offer major benefits and relief.
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Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Counsellors

Who is DBT for?

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.

Why do people need DBT?

The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behaviour and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.

What happens in DBT?

Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behaviour, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.

How long does DBT last?

Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioural change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behaviour; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.