Couples Counselling Therapists in Cape Town City

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Dr Siya Mjwara
Social Worker, PhD
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8001
I offer counselling and coaching mostly in the areas of trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship and family matters. I work with individuals, couples and families. Having been in the field for over 15 years; I have a passion for assisting clients to overcome challenges; seeing them become the best version of themselves and living within their purpose.
I offer counselling and coaching mostly in the areas of trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship and family matters. I work with individuals, couples and families. Having been in the field for over 15 years; I have a passion for assisting clients to overcome challenges; seeing them become the best version of themselves and living within their purpose.
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Fezeka Ellen Ziswana
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8001
g Intimate partner violence) Trauma.
I'm a social worker in Private Practice offering individual counseling services, Family counseling services, Bereavement counseling services, Debriefings and Trainings, Team buildings,Trauma, Anxiety, Domestic Violence and Mental health matters.
g Intimate partner violence) Trauma.
I'm a social worker in Private Practice offering individual counseling services, Family counseling services, Bereavement counseling services, Debriefings and Trainings, Team buildings,Trauma, Anxiety, Domestic Violence and Mental health matters.
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Cyria Nyambi
Social Worker, MSocSci, SACSSP
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8000
help couples with marital and family-related problems, substance abuse, stress, and work-related problems.
The step you have taken to seek professional help is a positive sign that the counseling process will be a success because counseling works best for those who believe in it. I am a qualified Social Worker with more than 10 years of experience. I help couples with marital and family-related problems, substance abuse, stress, and work-related problems. I offer online and face-to-face service.
help couples with marital and family-related problems, substance abuse, stress, and work-related problems.
The step you have taken to seek professional help is a positive sign that the counseling process will be a success because counseling works best for those who believe in it. I am a qualified Social Worker with more than 10 years of experience. I help couples with marital and family-related problems, substance abuse, stress, and work-related problems. I offer online and face-to-face service.
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Tana Silver
Registered Counsellor, MPsych, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8001
My philosophy is that all of us have the necessary abilities to overcome any challenges in life with the right support. I offer an integrative approach to counselling that draws on Gestalt, existential and cognitive theories. I view counselling as a creative process of discovering the masterpiece in each client. I work within an interpersonal framework that places the relationship between the client and the therapist at the heart of the process.
My philosophy is that all of us have the necessary abilities to overcome any challenges in life with the right support. I offer an integrative approach to counselling that draws on Gestalt, existential and cognitive theories. I view counselling as a creative process of discovering the masterpiece in each client. I work within an interpersonal framework that places the relationship between the client and the therapist at the heart of the process.
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Zelma Opland
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8001
Hi. I have been in practice for 33 years and continue to be passionate about what I do. I work with high functioning adults using a form of Psychotherapy which I have developed called Therapeutic Coaching. I am interactive in my approach whilst having been trained as a Depth Psychologist. What this means is that I am trained to identify my clients' underlying issues, childhood traumas, depression, anxiety etc. but work in a very interactive way in dealing with these. I work with individuals as well as with couples and have a reputation for working successfully with challenging couples who are in crisis.
Hi. I have been in practice for 33 years and continue to be passionate about what I do. I work with high functioning adults using a form of Psychotherapy which I have developed called Therapeutic Coaching. I am interactive in my approach whilst having been trained as a Depth Psychologist. What this means is that I am trained to identify my clients' underlying issues, childhood traumas, depression, anxiety etc. but work in a very interactive way in dealing with these. I work with individuals as well as with couples and have a reputation for working successfully with challenging couples who are in crisis.
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Eduan Greyling
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8000
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.
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Richard James Barker
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cape Town City 8000
My specialisms include addiction, anxiety, depression, couples work, bereavement, relationship problems, self esteem, and trauma.
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
My specialisms include addiction, anxiety, depression, couples work, bereavement, relationship problems, self esteem, and trauma.
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
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Cheryl Lee Inggs
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8000
I work with a whole range of mental health challenges inclusive of depression, Trauma, Anxiety, Loss, Marital and Relationship/Family counselling as well as working with LGBTQI+ community.
I am interested in helping individuals to navigate the challenges in their lives and to develop strategies in working towards accessing all their potential to live optimally and claim psychological well-being and mental health. I have had extensive experience as a psychotherapist, counsellor and educator within the field of Psychology. I run an outpatient clinic at Somerset Hospital in which I receive in-patient referrals as well as referrals from the community. I have worked as a therapist in private practice for a number of years.
I work with a whole range of mental health challenges inclusive of depression, Trauma, Anxiety, Loss, Marital and Relationship/Family counselling as well as working with LGBTQI+ community.
I am interested in helping individuals to navigate the challenges in their lives and to develop strategies in working towards accessing all their potential to live optimally and claim psychological well-being and mental health. I have had extensive experience as a psychotherapist, counsellor and educator within the field of Psychology. I run an outpatient clinic at Somerset Hospital in which I receive in-patient referrals as well as referrals from the community. I have worked as a therapist in private practice for a number of years.
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Anelise Kennedy
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8000
My clients usually find themselves at life transitions or emotional crossroads. They face problems like low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, bipolar mood disorder, eating disorders, early childhood trauma, difficult life choices, early or mid-career stress, burn out, relationship difficulties and conflict, divorce, traumatic life events and grief.
My clients usually find themselves at life transitions or emotional crossroads. They face problems like low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, bipolar mood disorder, eating disorders, early childhood trauma, difficult life choices, early or mid-career stress, burn out, relationship difficulties and conflict, divorce, traumatic life events and grief.
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Cape Town Psychologists
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8001
cutting), addictions, relationship problems, and more.
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.
cutting), addictions, relationship problems, and more.
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.
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Michelle Smit
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8000
Therapy services Include: Individual psychotherapy, couples therapy and psychoedication.
Based in Paarl for in person sessions. Counselling psychologist with extensive experience within the field of addiction. I have worked as the head of treatment, at in-patient facilities caring for patients that have both substance and process addiction. In addition, many of the patients I have treated over the years have a dual diagnosis, such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, personality disorders or mood disorders.
Therapy services Include: Individual psychotherapy, couples therapy and psychoedication.
Based in Paarl for in person sessions. Counselling psychologist with extensive experience within the field of addiction. I have worked as the head of treatment, at in-patient facilities caring for patients that have both substance and process addiction. In addition, many of the patients I have treated over the years have a dual diagnosis, such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, personality disorders or mood disorders.
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Jandré van der Merwe
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8000
My psychotherapeutic stance is accepting and judgment-free. The therapeutic relationship is essential in effective therapy. Based on this, it is crucially important to get to know my clients on a personal level, and for my clients to get to know me. I position myself alongside my clients to collaboratively formulate a focused treatment plan.
My psychotherapeutic stance is accepting and judgment-free. The therapeutic relationship is essential in effective therapy. Based on this, it is crucially important to get to know my clients on a personal level, and for my clients to get to know me. I position myself alongside my clients to collaboratively formulate a focused treatment plan.
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Anke Kuhn - EaseTalk Online Counselling
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Cape Town City 8001
My approach also addresses relationship challenges, self-care, and wellness.
Hello, I’m Anke, and I commend your courage in seeking support. Together, we’ll create a safe space where you can freely express your thoughts and emotions. My approach centres on empathy and compassion, recognising that healing is a complex yet rewarding journey. As Gabor Maté wisely stated, "Knowing oneself comes from attending with compassionate curiosity to what is happening within." Our work will foster a deeper understanding of your inner world and strengthen your resilience.
My approach also addresses relationship challenges, self-care, and wellness.
Hello, I’m Anke, and I commend your courage in seeking support. Together, we’ll create a safe space where you can freely express your thoughts and emotions. My approach centres on empathy and compassion, recognising that healing is a complex yet rewarding journey. As Gabor Maté wisely stated, "Knowing oneself comes from attending with compassionate curiosity to what is happening within." Our work will foster a deeper understanding of your inner world and strengthen your resilience.
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Jemma Kahn
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8001
I work with couples and occasionally, individuals. For couples communication is often where the counselling begins: someone (or both people) feel unheard or stuck and they are in distress. For individuals identity (a mismatch between how you feel and how you want to be perceived by others) and life transitions (adjusting to significant change) are common themes. My method of working is grounded in the idea that all people have the capacity for insight and growth. Hence it's my job to help people understand themselves and each other better, to improve their relationships. Please note that for couples I work in-person only.
I work with couples and occasionally, individuals. For couples communication is often where the counselling begins: someone (or both people) feel unheard or stuck and they are in distress. For individuals identity (a mismatch between how you feel and how you want to be perceived by others) and life transitions (adjusting to significant change) are common themes. My method of working is grounded in the idea that all people have the capacity for insight and growth. Hence it's my job to help people understand themselves and each other better, to improve their relationships. Please note that for couples I work in-person only.
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Kevashini Govender
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8000
Most people can feel low and anxious due to difficult life experiences, but is this experience affecting the quality of your life or causing you suffering? If so, I am a UCT trained clinical psychologist with 23 years of clinical experience in treating, supporting and working therapeutically with people to find lasting change to their presenting difficulties. I have a special interest and expertise in working therapeutically with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, family/ relationship struggles, life-decisions and work related difficulties. I maintain a safe, confidential and ethical practice.
Most people can feel low and anxious due to difficult life experiences, but is this experience affecting the quality of your life or causing you suffering? If so, I am a UCT trained clinical psychologist with 23 years of clinical experience in treating, supporting and working therapeutically with people to find lasting change to their presenting difficulties. I have a special interest and expertise in working therapeutically with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, family/ relationship struggles, life-decisions and work related difficulties. I maintain a safe, confidential and ethical practice.
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Liesl Eliastam
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8000  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
The areas I focus on are: anxiety and depression, stress and burnout, trauma, bereavement and loss, life stage transitions, and couples counselling.
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.
The areas I focus on are: anxiety and depression, stress and burnout, trauma, bereavement and loss, life stage transitions, and couples counselling.
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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Paul Conrad Kruger
General Counsellor, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8000
Whether you’re grappling with anxiety, addictive behaviours, navigating relationship challenges, or seeking personal growth, I am here to provide a safe and supportive space for exploration and transformation.
Life’s journey is often filled with twists and turns, and it’s natural to feel lost or overwhelmed at times. These feelings can serve as important signals, inviting us to pause, reflect, and realign with our true selves. Just as a mountain climber must ascend to reach breathtaking vistas, stepping into the light of therapy can illuminate a path toward healing and growth. With years of experience in the field of psychology, I understand that each individual’s journey is unique. My approach combines evidence-based practices with a deep sense of empathy, allowing me to tailor our sessions to your specific needs.
Whether you’re grappling with anxiety, addictive behaviours, navigating relationship challenges, or seeking personal growth, I am here to provide a safe and supportive space for exploration and transformation.
Life’s journey is often filled with twists and turns, and it’s natural to feel lost or overwhelmed at times. These feelings can serve as important signals, inviting us to pause, reflect, and realign with our true selves. Just as a mountain climber must ascend to reach breathtaking vistas, stepping into the light of therapy can illuminate a path toward healing and growth. With years of experience in the field of psychology, I understand that each individual’s journey is unique. My approach combines evidence-based practices with a deep sense of empathy, allowing me to tailor our sessions to your specific needs.
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Mimi Jordan Counselling
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8000
She offers: Individual Counselling (Children & Adults); Couples Counselling; Co-parenting mediation & plans; Family Counselling; Wellness Talks & Psychosocial Workshops for schools & corporates.
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.
She offers: Individual Counselling (Children & Adults); Couples Counselling; Co-parenting mediation & plans; Family Counselling; Wellness Talks & Psychosocial Workshops for schools & corporates.
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.
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Chesray Hans
Registered Counsellor
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8000  (Online Only)
I am Chesray Hans, a compassionate and experienced registered counsellor dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges. My expertise includes anxiety, stress management, anger management, relationship issues, trauma, depression, to name a few. I have a special interest in sexual health. I am committed to empowering you with tools and strategies to enhance your mental well-being, foster meaningful connections, and cultivate a more fulfilling life. Take the first step towards positive change. Let's work together to unlock your potential and embrace a brighter future.
I am Chesray Hans, a compassionate and experienced registered counsellor dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges. My expertise includes anxiety, stress management, anger management, relationship issues, trauma, depression, to name a few. I have a special interest in sexual health. I am committed to empowering you with tools and strategies to enhance your mental well-being, foster meaningful connections, and cultivate a more fulfilling life. Take the first step towards positive change. Let's work together to unlock your potential and embrace a brighter future.
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Abeedah Hendricks-Lalla Cedar Psychology
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cape Town City 8001
An authentic and collaborative therapeutic relationship is at the core of mental health.
Cedar Psychology was established to cater to different mental health needs within a safe, non-judgmental and containing environment. We all have our ups and downs, where support from family and friends can be enough to help us manage our stress. Sometimes we may feel that we need more. Some may enter therapy because they have felt sad, worried, confused, angry, or numb for a long time, or would like help processing their past. Others may enter therapy because of sudden life changes such as the loss of a loved one, work/school stressors or relationship difficulties. Whatever your reason may be, support is available.
An authentic and collaborative therapeutic relationship is at the core of mental health.
Cedar Psychology was established to cater to different mental health needs within a safe, non-judgmental and containing environment. We all have our ups and downs, where support from family and friends can be enough to help us manage our stress. Sometimes we may feel that we need more. Some may enter therapy because they have felt sad, worried, confused, angry, or numb for a long time, or would like help processing their past. Others may enter therapy because of sudden life changes such as the loss of a loved one, work/school stressors or relationship difficulties. Whatever your reason may be, support is available.
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Couples Counselling

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.