Therapists in Table View
![Photo of Jo Coertzen, HPCSA - Ed. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/71b52ab4-25b8-4e7c-8ec8-18a45ceefcf5/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am an Educational Psychologist offering Psychoeducational Assessments and Accommodations (Concessions) Assessments to assist with identifying and supporting learning barriers. I also provide Subject Choice and Career Assessments for teenagers and adults, and I am an accredited Which Career for Me (WCFM) Career Thinking Partner. I am passionate about people's career and personal development and focus on supporting clients to work towards life satisfaction and overall wellbeing in personal therapy. You're welcome to set up a free 15-minute call with me to find out more about the services I offer.
I am an Educational Psychologist offering Psychoeducational Assessments and Accommodations (Concessions) Assessments to assist with identifying and supporting learning barriers. I also provide Subject Choice and Career Assessments for teenagers and adults, and I am an accredited Which Career for Me (WCFM) Career Thinking Partner. I am passionate about people's career and personal development and focus on supporting clients to work towards life satisfaction and overall wellbeing in personal therapy. You're welcome to set up a free 15-minute call with me to find out more about the services I offer.
![Photo of Maria Kalymnios, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor, Registered Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b6020a3e-1681-45ff-9583-cd08389d925b/1/320x400.png)
Maria Kalymnios
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
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Maria is a culturally sensitive Registered Counsellor based in Cape Town, South Africa. Her psychology skill set is enriched by her experience working as a counsellor at a local high school and as a group facilitator and research assistant at the Alan J Flisher Center for Public Mental Health at UCT, where she assisted children and adolescents battling depressive and anxious symptoms. While she has a soft spot for working with youth, her adaptability and expertise shine in working with a diverse population. Growing up as a third culture kid and working overseas for several years has given Maria a rich understanding of diversity.
Maria is a culturally sensitive Registered Counsellor based in Cape Town, South Africa. Her psychology skill set is enriched by her experience working as a counsellor at a local high school and as a group facilitator and research assistant at the Alan J Flisher Center for Public Mental Health at UCT, where she assisted children and adolescents battling depressive and anxious symptoms. While she has a soft spot for working with youth, her adaptability and expertise shine in working with a diverse population. Growing up as a third culture kid and working overseas for several years has given Maria a rich understanding of diversity.
![Photo of Barry De Klerk, HPCSA - Counsellor, Registered Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/346e4db4-3df4-42d4-844a-84f8e6c09930/1/320x400.png)
Barry De Klerk
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Table View 7441 (Online Only)
This is my calling, to serve others! There is nothing I love more than to work with someone towards hope and a new beginning. I am a creative, flexible and passionate practitioner. Don't hesitate to contact me and let's put the puzzle back together one piece at a time.
This is my calling, to serve others! There is nothing I love more than to work with someone towards hope and a new beginning. I am a creative, flexible and passionate practitioner. Don't hesitate to contact me and let's put the puzzle back together one piece at a time.
![Photo of Alexia Daniels, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/33c2c98b-6f14-45a9-a7d9-a2992ed818f1/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am fascinated by the human psyche, the potential for change and the resilience that we display in the face of life's difficulties. This is what initially drew me to studying Psychology and it is my passion that keeps me in this field. I am passionate about assisting people, empowering them with insight and knowledge to cope with challenges; bearing witness to their challenges but also their strengths and helping them develop a more balanced view of themselves. I have an interest in assisting with the following: anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, stress management, grief and career guidance and assessments.
I am fascinated by the human psyche, the potential for change and the resilience that we display in the face of life's difficulties. This is what initially drew me to studying Psychology and it is my passion that keeps me in this field. I am passionate about assisting people, empowering them with insight and knowledge to cope with challenges; bearing witness to their challenges but also their strengths and helping them develop a more balanced view of themselves. I have an interest in assisting with the following: anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, stress management, grief and career guidance and assessments.
![Photo of Gali Slotow, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor, General Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c52bb85-6681-4b43-87b6-7b0c85a174b4/1/320x400.png)
Gali Slotow
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
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Have you been finding yourself struggling lately? Do you feel heavy hearted with feelings of hopelessness? Are you emotionally exhausted? It's okay to ask for help. You are safe here, and you are not alone. As Carl Rogers once said "The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination." Reaching out is the first step into the direction of the good life that you seek. Whether you and your partner are experiencing some rough patches, if you as an individual are finding your anxiety levels have risen, or if you have unresolved trauma that you can feel creeping in and taking it's toll, I can help.
Have you been finding yourself struggling lately? Do you feel heavy hearted with feelings of hopelessness? Are you emotionally exhausted? It's okay to ask for help. You are safe here, and you are not alone. As Carl Rogers once said "The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination." Reaching out is the first step into the direction of the good life that you seek. Whether you and your partner are experiencing some rough patches, if you as an individual are finding your anxiety levels have risen, or if you have unresolved trauma that you can feel creeping in and taking it's toll, I can help.
![Photo of Jessica Wasserman, MA, HPCSA - Ed. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6134360b-2eb1-4842-9804-8c1fe740eb66/3/320x400.jpeg)
Is your child struggling to regulate his/her emotions? Does your child get into trouble at school, get called lazy, inattentive, disruptive? Is your child not fulfilling his or her fullest potential -- academically, socially, emotionally?
Is your child struggling to regulate his/her emotions? Does your child get into trouble at school, get called lazy, inattentive, disruptive? Is your child not fulfilling his or her fullest potential -- academically, socially, emotionally?
![Photo of Eduan Greyling, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor, General Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/115b2a35-cd0a-4f2c-97e4-7e35af1d7de4/2/320x400.jpeg)
Eduan Greyling
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
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As a registered Specialist Wellness Counsellor with extensive expertise (6+ years), I lead T1S (Transforming Lives One Session At A Time), a thriving international practice. My specialties include addiction, depression, CBT, relationship counselling, and overall wellness for adults & children. Additionally I offer guidance on financial struggles, family dynamics and personal growth. Together, we can Transform Your Life One Session At A Time. I also do T1S Groups where 7 people come together and we have a group session together.
As a registered Specialist Wellness Counsellor with extensive expertise (6+ years), I lead T1S (Transforming Lives One Session At A Time), a thriving international practice. My specialties include addiction, depression, CBT, relationship counselling, and overall wellness for adults & children. Additionally I offer guidance on financial struggles, family dynamics and personal growth. Together, we can Transform Your Life One Session At A Time. I also do T1S Groups where 7 people come together and we have a group session together.
![Photo of Sharon Pienaar, HPCSA - Ed. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/61a7907d-03aa-4b27-b928-f6882ec28a25/1/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome! I am an educational psychologist and registered counsellor dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and young adults. My services include play therapy, individual and group therapy, psychoeducational assessments, subject choice and career assessments, as well as training in organisational and study skills. My goal is to help young individuals thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. Let's work together to unlock potential and achieve success.
Welcome! I am an educational psychologist and registered counsellor dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and young adults. My services include play therapy, individual and group therapy, psychoeducational assessments, subject choice and career assessments, as well as training in organisational and study skills. My goal is to help young individuals thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. Let's work together to unlock potential and achieve success.
![Photo of Kerry Acheson, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/594735f3-b0ff-4ef3-9ef7-32480986eb1d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Kerry Acheson
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
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You may be looking for support to alleviate pain (such as anxiety, depression, trauma, loss or stressful life circumstances). Perhaps, like me, you are an HSP (highly sensitive person) and are needing help designing a sustainable life. You’re ready to invest in your personal growth, working towards improving your sense of well-being and fulfilment in your self, your relationships and your life. I enjoy a diverse practice however I have a special interest in supporting women through all aspects of matrescence (including contemplating parenthood, infertility, IVF, pregnancy, and navigating life as a biological, adoptive or step mom).
You may be looking for support to alleviate pain (such as anxiety, depression, trauma, loss or stressful life circumstances). Perhaps, like me, you are an HSP (highly sensitive person) and are needing help designing a sustainable life. You’re ready to invest in your personal growth, working towards improving your sense of well-being and fulfilment in your self, your relationships and your life. I enjoy a diverse practice however I have a special interest in supporting women through all aspects of matrescence (including contemplating parenthood, infertility, IVF, pregnancy, and navigating life as a biological, adoptive or step mom).
![Photo of Annelien Jessy Van der Mescht, HPCSA - Counsellor, General Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0cdb5814-896a-4304-b80b-7d2486362183/2/320x400.jpeg)
Annelien Jessy Van der Mescht
General Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
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At Annelien Counselling and Psychotherapy we aim is to help you overcome problems that are causing emotional pain such as but not limited to, depression, bipolar mood disorder, loss and bereavement anxiety, grief, anger, psychosomatic concerns, trauma and day to day stress, eating disorder and relationship difficulties, work difficulties, separation issues, loneliness, behavioural problems and addiction, various forms of abuse and personal emotional growth and development.
At Annelien Counselling and Psychotherapy we aim is to help you overcome problems that are causing emotional pain such as but not limited to, depression, bipolar mood disorder, loss and bereavement anxiety, grief, anger, psychosomatic concerns, trauma and day to day stress, eating disorder and relationship difficulties, work difficulties, separation issues, loneliness, behavioural problems and addiction, various forms of abuse and personal emotional growth and development.
![Photo of Zain Julies, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0273f41c-acd8-42f3-bdb0-4af228f270e7/3/320x400.jpeg)
Many people reach a point in their lives where existing ways of coping no longer work. We are mistakenly led to believe that a frenzy of activity will quiet our unrest; however what lies beneath is a range of psychological challenges such as depression, overwhelming stress, anxiety, and panic attacks.
Many people reach a point in their lives where existing ways of coping no longer work. We are mistakenly led to believe that a frenzy of activity will quiet our unrest; however what lies beneath is a range of psychological challenges such as depression, overwhelming stress, anxiety, and panic attacks.
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How can someone feeling unheard within their relationships, family or the workplace navigate these challenges effectively...
![Photo of Gerda Grobler, MA, HPCSA - Ed. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/843475e6-c8e2-4e48-ae08-8e939dc57cf0/1/320x400.jpeg)
I work in private practice offering psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults navigating life's challenges. I focus on helping clients adapt to life stressors and transitions, dealing with anxiety and fostering resilience and personal growth. My therapy approach is tailored to each individual's needs, creating a safe space for exploration and healing. I'm also trained in Brain Work Recursive Therapy (BWRT), an effective technique for addressing trauma and its impacts. I also do comprehensive psycho-educational assessments for scholastic difficulties, support individuals who are neurodivergent and provide parental guidance.
I work in private practice offering psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults navigating life's challenges. I focus on helping clients adapt to life stressors and transitions, dealing with anxiety and fostering resilience and personal growth. My therapy approach is tailored to each individual's needs, creating a safe space for exploration and healing. I'm also trained in Brain Work Recursive Therapy (BWRT), an effective technique for addressing trauma and its impacts. I also do comprehensive psycho-educational assessments for scholastic difficulties, support individuals who are neurodivergent and provide parental guidance.
![Photo of Abigail Christina Reeve - AR Counselling (Abigail Reeve), HPCSA - Counsellor, Registered Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ab7249ea-ddcf-44a8-9cbc-56ec550f5f22/2/320x400.jpeg)
AR Counselling (Abigail Reeve)
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
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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 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.
![Photo of Heintz Heyneke, General Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1e6c43ae-f766-4ca9-a865-a61b76264d96/2/320x400.jpeg)
Life as we know it is challenging – it’s hard! The future seems uncertain, security one thought you had isn’t so secure anymore. Constant stress and past trauma(s) may leave one feeling alone, confused, burnt out, lost, stuck, or that it all has become too much. The constant change and financial struggles seem to be ever-increasing. All (or some) of this leads to anxiety, depression, and feelings that leave us feeling helpless and even hopeless. It also skews the way that we perceive others and our surroundings. You are not alone, there is help at hand!
Life as we know it is challenging – it’s hard! The future seems uncertain, security one thought you had isn’t so secure anymore. Constant stress and past trauma(s) may leave one feeling alone, confused, burnt out, lost, stuck, or that it all has become too much. The constant change and financial struggles seem to be ever-increasing. All (or some) of this leads to anxiety, depression, and feelings that leave us feeling helpless and even hopeless. It also skews the way that we perceive others and our surroundings. You are not alone, there is help at hand!
![Photo of Daniel Rabinowitz - Cape Town Psychologists, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fab4fa98-a876-486c-a710-f86f14af07c0/2/320x400.jpeg)
At Cape Town Psychologists, we strive to provide world-class psychological support and care. Are you having difficulty surviving a crisis? Are you riding an emotional roller-coaster? Are you struggling with intense or erratic emotions? Phobias? Hopelessness? Addictions? We are a team of responsible practitioners who want to help you be the best person you can be. Our Team consists of a clinical psychologists, counselling psychologists, neuropsychologists, and a social worker. We offer a diverse range of services including individual and group therapy and psychometric assessments.
At Cape Town Psychologists, we strive to provide world-class psychological support and care. Are you having difficulty surviving a crisis? Are you riding an emotional roller-coaster? Are you struggling with intense or erratic emotions? Phobias? Hopelessness? Addictions? We are a team of responsible practitioners who want to help you be the best person you can be. Our Team consists of a clinical psychologists, counselling psychologists, neuropsychologists, and a social worker. We offer a diverse range of services including individual and group therapy and psychometric assessments.
![Photo of Hannah Mostert, HPCSA - Counsellor, Registered Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/98e14960-0014-4558-9eb7-1d3e444a5acf/3/320x400.jpeg)
Hannah Mostert
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
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I enjoy working with all ages, races, ethnicities and genders/sexualities of our diverse populations in a South African context. I enjoy working with adolescents and children deemed “problematic” by their respective teachers or caretakers. I screen for mental health issues that may need assessment and accurate referral by offering supportive information regarding concerns that may arise.
I enjoy working with all ages, races, ethnicities and genders/sexualities of our diverse populations in a South African context. I enjoy working with adolescents and children deemed “problematic” by their respective teachers or caretakers. I screen for mental health issues that may need assessment and accurate referral by offering supportive information regarding concerns that may arise.
![Photo of Isebelle Jansen van Vuuren, Registered Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/24b0cc01-c6b8-4a2d-b3e0-b22e69076b22/1/320x400.jpeg)
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.
![Photo of Corlia Erwee - Aquila Counseling Services, HPCSA - Counsellor, Registered Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/64767fd4-5888-4c67-bc47-f30535a8e598/3/320x400.jpeg)
Aquila Counseling Services
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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I am mostly a systems theorist. I believe if we can heal the system that impact you (past, present, family, health, spirituality, trauma, relationships) you will be able to move at your own healthy pace toward strength and victory. I work attachment-based as I believe our family or origin is the classroom where we were taught how to do life and relationships.
I am mostly a systems theorist. I believe if we can heal the system that impact you (past, present, family, health, spirituality, trauma, relationships) you will be able to move at your own healthy pace toward strength and victory. I work attachment-based as I believe our family or origin is the classroom where we were taught how to do life and relationships.
![Photo of Maite Rabothata, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4fe65031-ca47-4e70-9f7b-5ba6a5e5158b/1/320x400.jpeg)
It is part of life’s journey to go through difficult, and painful moments. During such times we may find ourselves feeling lost, confused and alone. This can be as a result of multiple causes such as the loss of a loved one, a relationship breakup or divorce, childhood trauma, anxiety, academic problems, substance abuse, parenting difficulties and depression. Learning how to get through these dark moments is a healthy life process.In therapy I will provide you with a safe, confidential, non-judgmental and empathetic space that will enable you to realise your inner resilience.
It is part of life’s journey to go through difficult, and painful moments. During such times we may find ourselves feeling lost, confused and alone. This can be as a result of multiple causes such as the loss of a loved one, a relationship breakup or divorce, childhood trauma, anxiety, academic problems, substance abuse, parenting difficulties and depression. Learning how to get through these dark moments is a healthy life process.In therapy I will provide you with a safe, confidential, non-judgmental and empathetic space that will enable you to realise your inner resilience.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Table View
30+
Average cost per session
R650
Counsellors in Table View who prioritize treating:
85% | Stress |
82% | Anxiety |
74% | Coping Skills |
74% | Self Esteem |
67% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Depression |
64% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
5 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
87% | Discovery Health |
80% | Momentum |
80% | Fedhealth |
How Counsellors in Table View see their clients
88% | In Person and Online | |
12% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
16% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Table View?
Search for nearby psychologists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Psychologists listed in the directory are registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). The majority of General Counsellors featured in the directory align themselves with reputable professional bodies, particularly the Association for Supportive Counsellors and Holistic Practitioners. All Registered Counsellors listed must be registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Social Workers listed in the directory must be registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professionals.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for general counsellors in South Africa, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for general counsellors in South Africa, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Psychologists, counsellors and social workers can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and supervised, practical experience that enable them to do so in South Africa.
Psychologists have five years training in psychology, have completed an internship over 12 months, and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. They must be registered with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Registered Counsellors must have at least four years of study at a university or college, such as the Bachelor of Psychology and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. General counsellors, such as Supportive Counsellors, Holistic Counsellors, and Wellness Counsellors, registered with the ASCHP must possess at least an NQF Level 4 qualification. Social Workers must possess a Bachelor of Social Work and must have completed an approved internship in the social service sector.
Psychologists have five years training in psychology, have completed an internship over 12 months, and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. They must be registered with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Registered Counsellors must have at least four years of study at a university or college, such as the Bachelor of Psychology and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. General counsellors, such as Supportive Counsellors, Holistic Counsellors, and Wellness Counsellors, registered with the ASCHP must possess at least an NQF Level 4 qualification. Social Workers must possess a Bachelor of Social Work and must have completed an approved internship in the social service sector.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in South Africa could be between R600 and R1,500. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are registered with the HPCSA and professional organisations such as PsySSA or the ASCHP are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client, or as required by law, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.