Play Therapy in Rustenburg
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My services-offering include Play Therapy for children (6 years upwards), Individual Psychotherapy for adolescents and adults, Online Services: Therapy and Career Assessment, Assessments, including: School Readiness, Psycho-Educational Assessments, Concession & Accommodation Assessments, Subject Choice & Career Assessments.
I am an educational psychologist with a deep conviction that each person has the inherent potential to be the best they can be! I am looking forward to share your lived experiences, and to play a small part in each and every client’s growth path by addressing challenges, and barriers, by literary deconstructing these obstacles, and assisting client through co-constructing their future life narratives, solutions and outcomes! "The one thing that you have that nobody else have is you! Your voice, your mind, your story, your vision! So write and draw and build and play and dance and live only as you can!”
My services-offering include Play Therapy for children (6 years upwards), Individual Psychotherapy for adolescents and adults, Online Services: Therapy and Career Assessment, Assessments, including: School Readiness, Psycho-Educational Assessments, Concession & Accommodation Assessments, Subject Choice & Career Assessments.
I am an educational psychologist with a deep conviction that each person has the inherent potential to be the best they can be! I am looking forward to share your lived experiences, and to play a small part in each and every client’s growth path by addressing challenges, and barriers, by literary deconstructing these obstacles, and assisting client through co-constructing their future life narratives, solutions and outcomes! "The one thing that you have that nobody else have is you! Your voice, your mind, your story, your vision! So write and draw and build and play and dance and live only as you can!”
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Kedibone Ivy Baloyi
Registered Counsellor, MA, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rustenburg 0299
Life is a precious gift, however, sometimes we do not perceive it as such due to the challenges we experience. If you find that you are negatively affected by past, present or perhaps future issues and you are not able to overcome them on your own, it is a sign that you should reach out for help, which takes place in a highly safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment. Your mental health is a priority as it facilitates optimal functioning in other areas of live.
Life is a precious gift, however, sometimes we do not perceive it as such due to the challenges we experience. If you find that you are negatively affected by past, present or perhaps future issues and you are not able to overcome them on your own, it is a sign that you should reach out for help, which takes place in a highly safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment. Your mental health is a priority as it facilitates optimal functioning in other areas of live.
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Seipati Christina Phogojane
Psychologist, MSc, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Rustenburg 2999
I am interested in working with people of diverse cultures and backgrounds. Through providing empathy, warmth and unconditional positive regard in therapy, I aim to create a safe and emotionally holding space for clients to process and make meaning of their experiences without any fear or judgement. Thus be able to continue with their lives as best as they could.Therapy is a first step of healing and reinventing yourself.
I am interested in working with people of diverse cultures and backgrounds. Through providing empathy, warmth and unconditional positive regard in therapy, I aim to create a safe and emotionally holding space for clients to process and make meaning of their experiences without any fear or judgement. Thus be able to continue with their lives as best as they could.Therapy is a first step of healing and reinventing yourself.
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I understand that you are an individual with unique life experiences. I understand how work, family and circle of friends influence your needs an behaviour. " Let's step in and help you make connections"
I understand that you are an individual with unique life experiences. I understand how work, family and circle of friends influence your needs an behaviour. " Let's step in and help you make connections"
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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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At my practice (Child and Family Guidance and Development Centre) in Mafikeng I focus on helping children, adolescents, individuals, couples and families to function optimally. At the Centre we offer Individual- Family and Couples- Adolescent and Children's'- counselling and therapies; Psychological Assessments; Workshops; Remedial and Extra lessons. My main research interests are neuro-developmental disorders (Dyslexia, Autism, ADHD), Maths achievement, Resilience, Emotional intelligence and career guidance.
At my practice (Child and Family Guidance and Development Centre) in Mafikeng I focus on helping children, adolescents, individuals, couples and families to function optimally. At the Centre we offer Individual- Family and Couples- Adolescent and Children's'- counselling and therapies; Psychological Assessments; Workshops; Remedial and Extra lessons. My main research interests are neuro-developmental disorders (Dyslexia, Autism, ADHD), Maths achievement, Resilience, Emotional intelligence and career guidance.
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Mimi completed a four-year degree in psychology and 9 month internship counselling at Headway (An association for Traumatic Brain Injury); Witkoppen Health and Welfare Clinic and volunteered on The Phelophepha Train of Hope, under the supervision of psychologists. These experiences opened Mimi up to extensively appreciate the extreme diversity and need to offer polarised and inclusive counselling services to the dynamic cultures and context of South Africa. Mimi is highly trained in psychology to provide an array of psychological & mental health services. She’s adopted the Person-Centered and Solution-Focused Approach.
Mimi completed a four-year degree in psychology and 9 month internship counselling at Headway (An association for Traumatic Brain Injury); Witkoppen Health and Welfare Clinic and volunteered on The Phelophepha Train of Hope, under the supervision of psychologists. These experiences opened Mimi up to extensively appreciate the extreme diversity and need to offer polarised and inclusive counselling services to the dynamic cultures and context of South Africa. Mimi is highly trained in psychology to provide an array of psychological & mental health services. She’s adopted the Person-Centered and Solution-Focused Approach.
Online Therapists
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My focus is on trauma counselling, Grief/bereavement counselling, anger management, relationship problems, play therapy, HIV/aids counselling and stress management.
Life at times comes with uncertainty and distress and you may find it difficult to cope on your own, in your own world. Counselling is more vital at this point to help you to cope and rise up above the challenges you may face.
My focus is on trauma counselling, Grief/bereavement counselling, anger management, relationship problems, play therapy, HIV/aids counselling and stress management.
Life at times comes with uncertainty and distress and you may find it difficult to cope on your own, in your own world. Counselling is more vital at this point to help you to cope and rise up above the challenges you may face.
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As a social worker I am committed to assisting individuals and families in overcoming emotional and behavioural challenges.
As a social worker I am committed to assisting individuals and families in overcoming emotional and behavioural challenges.
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Samkelisiwe Mahlungulu
Psychologist, MSc, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Klerksdorp 2571 (Online Only)
My primary goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their feelings and emotions without judgment. I am here to walk alongside my clients on their journey to self-actualization, while also equipping them with coping mechanisms to deal with daily challenges and difficulties.
My primary goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their feelings and emotions without judgment. I am here to walk alongside my clients on their journey to self-actualization, while also equipping them with coping mechanisms to deal with daily challenges and difficulties.
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My desire is to bring about a difference in every individual(children and adults) or group (families) of people that I engage with, to aid and support them in their decision making and daily life skills.
My desire is to bring about a difference in every individual(children and adults) or group (families) of people that I engage with, to aid and support them in their decision making and daily life skills.
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My role is to work with people to manage or overcome their psychological distress and improve their well-being. I work from an eclectic approach using diverse therapeutic modalities and techniques. My treatment plans are evidence-based and client-centered. My practice welcomes people from all walks of life. I work with children, teenagers and adults. I also do various psychological assessments.
My role is to work with people to manage or overcome their psychological distress and improve their well-being. I work from an eclectic approach using diverse therapeutic modalities and techniques. My treatment plans are evidence-based and client-centered. My practice welcomes people from all walks of life. I work with children, teenagers and adults. I also do various psychological assessments.
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Sympathy Khuthadzo Mulaudzi
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Potchefstroom 2531
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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When another person is hurting, confused, troubled, anxious, alienated, terrified; or when they are doubtful of self-worth, uncertain of identity, then understanding is called for. The gentle and sensitive companionship of an empathic stance… provides healing.” ― Carl R. Rogers. I am a licenced Counselling Psychologist, who is passionate about a Person-Centred and Integrative approach to psychotherapy. I have experience in working with adults, children, couples and families, with various presenting complaints and from various contexts. If you would like to start your meaningful journey to wellbeing and self-actualization, reach out.
When another person is hurting, confused, troubled, anxious, alienated, terrified; or when they are doubtful of self-worth, uncertain of identity, then understanding is called for. The gentle and sensitive companionship of an empathic stance… provides healing.” ― Carl R. Rogers. I am a licenced Counselling Psychologist, who is passionate about a Person-Centred and Integrative approach to psychotherapy. I have experience in working with adults, children, couples and families, with various presenting complaints and from various contexts. If you would like to start your meaningful journey to wellbeing and self-actualization, reach out.
Seeing a therapist will help you move forward with the interpersonal problems you might face. As a therapist, I am here to offer you guidance on your journey towards healing. You are not alone. My experience includes working with clients from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Each of us must inevitably face love, anxiety, suffering and death. These are human experiences that transcend the boundaries of separate cultures. We as human beings do have the ability to strive towards becoming the best version of ourselves.
Seeing a therapist will help you move forward with the interpersonal problems you might face. As a therapist, I am here to offer you guidance on your journey towards healing. You are not alone. My experience includes working with clients from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Each of us must inevitably face love, anxiety, suffering and death. These are human experiences that transcend the boundaries of separate cultures. We as human beings do have the ability to strive towards becoming the best version of ourselves.
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To inspire and improve the quality of life for my clients I help my clients deal with the following issues - Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Stress, Grief and bereavement, Interpersonal difficulties, PTSD, Mindfulness and Personal-Development and Life adjustments. In my practice, I employ various methods to help my clients develop a new understanding of their sense of self - their families, friends, partner/s, and their relationships. This may allow clients to repair and enhance their sense of self, and interpersonal relationships and develop a positive and fulfilling relationship/s with themselves (and other people in their life).
To inspire and improve the quality of life for my clients I help my clients deal with the following issues - Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Stress, Grief and bereavement, Interpersonal difficulties, PTSD, Mindfulness and Personal-Development and Life adjustments. In my practice, I employ various methods to help my clients develop a new understanding of their sense of self - their families, friends, partner/s, and their relationships. This may allow clients to repair and enhance their sense of self, and interpersonal relationships and develop a positive and fulfilling relationship/s with themselves (and other people in their life).
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Thapelo Kleinboy Nekgotha
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Potchefstroom 2520
I am a well rounded clinician who provide psychological services in public and private practice. I offer therapy for clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, substance abuse, marital/couples therapy, Trauma related problems, I also love working with adolescents who have emotional problems.
I am a well rounded clinician who provide psychological services in public and private practice. I offer therapy for clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, substance abuse, marital/couples therapy, Trauma related problems, I also love working with adolescents who have emotional problems.
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Play Therapy Counsellors
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioural difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behaviour and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behaviour.