Cancer Therapists in Durbanville
I am a Clinical Psychologist, which means that I have specialist training in diagnostic assessment, intervention and psychotherapy. To maintain my registration with the Health Professions Council of SA (HPCSA), I must comply with Continuous Professional Development (CPD) regulations. I endeavour to empower my clients (adults & adolescents) to face life’s challenges with strength & resilience by developing coping skills, healthy thought patterns & solution focused behaviour, using different therapeutic modalities.
I am a Clinical Psychologist, which means that I have specialist training in diagnostic assessment, intervention and psychotherapy. To maintain my registration with the Health Professions Council of SA (HPCSA), I must comply with Continuous Professional Development (CPD) regulations. I endeavour to empower my clients (adults & adolescents) to face life’s challenges with strength & resilience by developing coping skills, healthy thought patterns & solution focused behaviour, using different therapeutic modalities.
Person-Centered Therapy, believed that everyone is different and, therefore, everyone’s view of his or her own world, and ability to manage it, should be trusted. All of us have the power to find the best solutions for ourselves and make appropriate changes in our lives. As your psychologist I will provide unconditional positive regard, which means I will be empathetic and non-judgmental to convey your feelings of understanding, trust, and confidence that encourage you to make your own decisions and choices. I place high value on empathetic understanding, which means I completely understand and accept your thoughts and feelings.
Person-Centered Therapy, believed that everyone is different and, therefore, everyone’s view of his or her own world, and ability to manage it, should be trusted. All of us have the power to find the best solutions for ourselves and make appropriate changes in our lives. As your psychologist I will provide unconditional positive regard, which means I will be empathetic and non-judgmental to convey your feelings of understanding, trust, and confidence that encourage you to make your own decisions and choices. I place high value on empathetic understanding, which means I completely understand and accept your thoughts and feelings.
In a perfect world, everyone would be receiving professional mental health counselling. I have worked with individuals, families and couples from rural to urban communities. I want to provide an non judgmental and convenient environment for you to share your darkest thoughts and concerns. I am the vehicle of change, that brings you to your full potential.
In a perfect world, everyone would be receiving professional mental health counselling. I have worked with individuals, families and couples from rural to urban communities. I want to provide an non judgmental and convenient environment for you to share your darkest thoughts and concerns. I am the vehicle of change, that brings you to your full potential.
I work with a wide range of Mental Health challenges and focus on the specific needs of the client. The goal is to target the origin of the clients challenge and to then work at the pace of the client, so that he/she always feels in control. The goal of therapy is to improve quality of life and and wellness in every dimension of one's life. Trauma, depression or anxiety could impact greatly on one's happiness, functioning and well being. Workplace stress may also impact on health and well being. I have may years of experience in private practice.
I work with a wide range of Mental Health challenges and focus on the specific needs of the client. The goal is to target the origin of the clients challenge and to then work at the pace of the client, so that he/she always feels in control. The goal of therapy is to improve quality of life and and wellness in every dimension of one's life. Trauma, depression or anxiety could impact greatly on one's happiness, functioning and well being. Workplace stress may also impact on health and well being. I have may years of experience in private practice.
Dorianne Groenewald (Prince)
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Durbanville 7550
In my practice, I see clients from all walks of life, they often have one thing in common, trauma. Each individual’s experience with trauma is unique, just like our DNA is unique to us. There is no one size fits all method to unpacking and processing what has been traumatic to you. Therefore, it is a collaboration between myself, the counsellor and you, the client, to ensure that the therapeutic process is successful in reaching the goals you have set out to reach. Clients who want to gain control over disempowering moments and memories in a safe environment will feel at home in my office.
In my practice, I see clients from all walks of life, they often have one thing in common, trauma. Each individual’s experience with trauma is unique, just like our DNA is unique to us. There is no one size fits all method to unpacking and processing what has been traumatic to you. Therefore, it is a collaboration between myself, the counsellor and you, the client, to ensure that the therapeutic process is successful in reaching the goals you have set out to reach. Clients who want to gain control over disempowering moments and memories in a safe environment will feel at home in my office.
Malissa Mariens
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Durbanville 7550 (Online Only)
Hi Psychology Today community, I am Malissa and I am a Registered Counsellor. I have a deep passion for mental health and providing skills and tools to clients to improve their self-awareness, their intrapersonal skills and regulating their emotions and in return, enriching their understanding of themselves, how they interact with others and how they effectively manage their daily stressors and emotional turmoil. I have over 5 years of experience in the counselling and mental health field whereby I provide individual counselling, group counselling and psycho-educational workshops to adults and adolescents.
Hi Psychology Today community, I am Malissa and I am a Registered Counsellor. I have a deep passion for mental health and providing skills and tools to clients to improve their self-awareness, their intrapersonal skills and regulating their emotions and in return, enriching their understanding of themselves, how they interact with others and how they effectively manage their daily stressors and emotional turmoil. I have over 5 years of experience in the counselling and mental health field whereby I provide individual counselling, group counselling and psycho-educational workshops to adults and adolescents.
Are you feeling lonely, Depressed, Anxious or Feeling stuck? "Do you have unresolved or conflict issues from childhood, or do you feel your stresses playing havoc with your mind? Make time to discuss these issues, to find solutions to move on in your life! Sharing your issues will definitely lighten your burdens, no-matter what your problems are! You are not alone, we are here to help you offload and find solutions. We are looking forward to help you reach clarity and freedom. Awaiting your call or email. Ellie Lawrence, Counsellor, Life Coach and Journey Practitioner
Are you feeling lonely, Depressed, Anxious or Feeling stuck? "Do you have unresolved or conflict issues from childhood, or do you feel your stresses playing havoc with your mind? Make time to discuss these issues, to find solutions to move on in your life! Sharing your issues will definitely lighten your burdens, no-matter what your problems are! You are not alone, we are here to help you offload and find solutions. We are looking forward to help you reach clarity and freedom. Awaiting your call or email. Ellie Lawrence, Counsellor, Life Coach and Journey Practitioner
Operating from Stellenbosch, nestled in the heart of the historic Cape Winelands, I am an experienced clinical psychologist qualified to diagnose and treat a host of mental health issues. Passionate about working with adolescents, adults, couples and families; services range from managing day-to-day life stresses to treating severe mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression. My focus is on working with clients in a way that best suits their unique needs. I am dedicated to providing client-centered interventions within a warm and tranquil setting.
Operating from Stellenbosch, nestled in the heart of the historic Cape Winelands, I am an experienced clinical psychologist qualified to diagnose and treat a host of mental health issues. Passionate about working with adolescents, adults, couples and families; services range from managing day-to-day life stresses to treating severe mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression. My focus is on working with clients in a way that best suits their unique needs. I am dedicated to providing client-centered interventions within a warm and tranquil setting.
Feeling uncertain or apprehensive about seeing a professional? That is totally okay. You have nothing to fear as I will ensure you feel as comfortable as possible and that this experience is a stress-free one (life is stressful enough!). Seeking support from others is a normal part of our human existence. Allow me to support you as you face the overwhelming storms of life. You will look back after a few sessions and not understand why you were so worried about starting counselling.
Feeling uncertain or apprehensive about seeing a professional? That is totally okay. You have nothing to fear as I will ensure you feel as comfortable as possible and that this experience is a stress-free one (life is stressful enough!). Seeking support from others is a normal part of our human existence. Allow me to support you as you face the overwhelming storms of life. You will look back after a few sessions and not understand why you were so worried about starting counselling.
Hello! I'm an HPCSA Registered Counsellor nestled in the beautiful city of Cape Town, South Africa. I'm passionate about helping adults tackle trauma and life's twists and turns. My unique approach blends traditional counselling with refreshing nature-based activities to boost your overall well-being. Whether you're up for an invigorating outdoor eco-coaching session, the cozy comfort of my Western Seaboard office (Sandown Square Business Park), or the ease of online meetings, we'll find the perfect spot for you!
Hello! I'm an HPCSA Registered Counsellor nestled in the beautiful city of Cape Town, South Africa. I'm passionate about helping adults tackle trauma and life's twists and turns. My unique approach blends traditional counselling with refreshing nature-based activities to boost your overall well-being. Whether you're up for an invigorating outdoor eco-coaching session, the cozy comfort of my Western Seaboard office (Sandown Square Business Park), or the ease of online meetings, we'll find the perfect spot for you!
I welcome individuals, couples and families, while accommodating clients with sessions after office hours and over weekends. I specialise in providing counselling and tools to men & women ranging between the ages of 15 and 65+ who are struggling with identity, intimacy, lack of purpose, feelings of inadequacy, depression, looking for meaning in their lives, and a lack of meaning relationships. I have a passion for working with couples & families who have conflict or communication problems. I have extensive experience in working with career focused clients, conducting career planning, coaching & counselling.
I welcome individuals, couples and families, while accommodating clients with sessions after office hours and over weekends. I specialise in providing counselling and tools to men & women ranging between the ages of 15 and 65+ who are struggling with identity, intimacy, lack of purpose, feelings of inadequacy, depression, looking for meaning in their lives, and a lack of meaning relationships. I have a passion for working with couples & families who have conflict or communication problems. I have extensive experience in working with career focused clients, conducting career planning, coaching & counselling.
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Bianca de Vries Registered Counsellor
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Durbanville 7530 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I seek to help anyone dealing with traumatic experiences; as well as individuals who need help coping with daily life, and any significant life transitions. If your goal is to find healthy coping mechanisms, or to just move from a space of darkness into hopefulness, I will gladly facilitate that. Talk-therapy offers 50mins to just focus on yourself - something which, especially with the overwhelming nature of life- has become dearly important.
I seek to help anyone dealing with traumatic experiences; as well as individuals who need help coping with daily life, and any significant life transitions. If your goal is to find healthy coping mechanisms, or to just move from a space of darkness into hopefulness, I will gladly facilitate that. Talk-therapy offers 50mins to just focus on yourself - something which, especially with the overwhelming nature of life- has become dearly important.
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I have a special interest in working with individuals that are navigating life with life-limiting illnesses such as Cystic Fibrosis or those affected by the death of a loved one or those living with illnesses such as cancer.
I am committed to providing accessible psychological services which focuses on support and promoting well-being to individuals, families and groups. I believe that counselling is a collaborative process and I use interventions that best suit the needs of the client to focus on what will bring about the most meaningful change in their lives. Areas of interest include personal growth and identity development, family relationship struggles, adjustments difficulties, loss and bereavement, trauma, self-esteem, bullying, stress, burnout and lifestyle management, self-development, dealing with divorce, and step-family integration.
I have a special interest in working with individuals that are navigating life with life-limiting illnesses such as Cystic Fibrosis or those affected by the death of a loved one or those living with illnesses such as cancer.
I am committed to providing accessible psychological services which focuses on support and promoting well-being to individuals, families and groups. I believe that counselling is a collaborative process and I use interventions that best suit the needs of the client to focus on what will bring about the most meaningful change in their lives. Areas of interest include personal growth and identity development, family relationship struggles, adjustments difficulties, loss and bereavement, trauma, self-esteem, bullying, stress, burnout and lifestyle management, self-development, dealing with divorce, and step-family integration.
Couples visit me when relationships are at a breakpoint. Divorce or ... Individual sessions or join the workshop with the Transformational Coach and Workshop leaders to find a new way of communicating, improving self-confidence, and dealing with emotional trauma with relationship breakdown. Learn to recover from divorce and a new way of meeting people. Plan Your Future after a Breakdown - depression, cancer loss, and bereavement. Debriefing carers dealing with too much stress at work or work with End of life? Team building and training are available. Family Constellation - Healing family relationships, Teens Self-Mutilation,
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Chanè Swart
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
Sonstraal Heights 7550
I am passionate about helping individuals with struggles and uncertainties and tools to equip themselves with dealing with loss and grief. I am willing to listen and understand the process.
I am passionate about helping individuals with struggles and uncertainties and tools to equip themselves with dealing with loss and grief. I am willing to listen and understand the process.
My clients tend to have various life challenges. These can range from stress, anxiety, depression and suicidality to loss/grief, life transitions, coping with chronic diagnosis, couples counselling, career counselling and more. The need tends to be to address the challenges, promote self-discovery and mental health, find a collaborative support structure and to find ways of developing tools that will assist them beyond the counselling space. In the end counselling is about trying to find a way to reshape your life/approach/perspective to something that better fits who you are as a person and to gain a sense of personal well-being.
My clients tend to have various life challenges. These can range from stress, anxiety, depression and suicidality to loss/grief, life transitions, coping with chronic diagnosis, couples counselling, career counselling and more. The need tends to be to address the challenges, promote self-discovery and mental health, find a collaborative support structure and to find ways of developing tools that will assist them beyond the counselling space. In the end counselling is about trying to find a way to reshape your life/approach/perspective to something that better fits who you are as a person and to gain a sense of personal well-being.
Counselling provides a safe space to explore the problems that trouble all of us on this journey through life. We address behaviours, emotions and thoughts that are no longer serving us or which prevent us to optimally perform in different areas of our lives. This unfolding and unraveling may ultimately lead to improved relationships, new coping mechanisms, increased sense of self awareness, and personal development. My approach is warm and collaborative and I value the therapeutic relationship as a tool for meaningful change.
Counselling provides a safe space to explore the problems that trouble all of us on this journey through life. We address behaviours, emotions and thoughts that are no longer serving us or which prevent us to optimally perform in different areas of our lives. This unfolding and unraveling may ultimately lead to improved relationships, new coping mechanisms, increased sense of self awareness, and personal development. My approach is warm and collaborative and I value the therapeutic relationship as a tool for meaningful change.
Nazanin Madadi-Coetzee. No New Sessions Are Taken.
Registered Counsellor, MA, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Century City 7441
Changing, healing, and transforming one to become strong, fulfilled, and content is my passion. With more than a decade of experience and serving thousands of clients from around the globe and South Africa, I am dedicated to help you to bring healing to your personal issues and relationship matters. My focus is in the field of marriage, relationship problems, helping clients to heal trauma, anxiety, depression and suppressed anger, addiction, codependency, and grief therapy. I love to teach self mastery.
Changing, healing, and transforming one to become strong, fulfilled, and content is my passion. With more than a decade of experience and serving thousands of clients from around the globe and South Africa, I am dedicated to help you to bring healing to your personal issues and relationship matters. My focus is in the field of marriage, relationship problems, helping clients to heal trauma, anxiety, depression and suppressed anger, addiction, codependency, and grief therapy. I love to teach self mastery.
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.
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Cancer Counsellors
How does cancer affect mental health?
A cancer diagnosis is a major life event that can significantly influence the mental health of any individual. Being diagnosed with cancer often introduces a sense of uncertainty about the future, which can cause clients to experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, and significant distress. Many cancer patients may also worry about the toll that their diagnosis may have on their family, their physical health, their job, and their financial situation. The compounding of such stressors can also decrease mental health in clients and may lead to additional symptoms that can influence mental health, such as sleeping difficulties or social withdrawal.
What is the best psychological therapy for cancer patients?
The best type of psychological therapy for cancer patients is highly dependent on the needs of the individual. The therapy type that a client benefits from may also depend on what stage of the cancer journey they are in. Recently diagnosed cancer patients, for instance, may benefit from therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which can help clients develop skills to manage the emotional distress that comes with a cancer diagnosis. Alternatively, cancer patients further along in their journey may benefit from therapies like Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) or other forms of mindfulness therapy to help manage symptoms or physical pain associated with treatment. Clients may also consider group therapy, which offers cancer patients an opportunity to receive support from other individuals dealing with a cancer diagnosis.
Are there any risks or drawbacks in going to therapy while dealing with cancer?
Although attending therapy while dealing with a cancer diagnosis can be helpful, one major concern for cancer patients can be the financial cost of seeking therapy. Many therapists are out-of-network, meaning they do not accept insurance, and thus clients are expected to pay the entirety of the session fee. Since many cancer patients may be out of work as a result of their diagnosis or cancer treatment regimen, the costs of therapy sessions can be substantial. Luckily, many cancer centers and local clinics may offer free or substantially reduced-cost counselling services to cancer patients and their families. In addition, cancer patients may be eligible for grants or other forms of funding from local agencies and nonprofits to seek therapy for their cancer diagnosis. Such opportunities can be very helpful for cancer patients, as they allow clients to obtain the benefits of therapy without the financial strain.
How long does cancer therapy typically last?
The length of cancer therapy depends on the needs of each client. In some cases, cancer patients may only require therapeutic support during the period following their initial diagnosis—to help manage the uncertainty and shock of a cancer diagnosis. In other cases, clients may choose to receive therapy throughout their treatment, and even following, their cancer journey. Pursuing therapy for a longer period of time can help clients develop a deeper relationship with their therapist and provide opportunity to process the challenges presented by cancer treatment, such as physical pain, and challenges associated with cancer survivorship, such as ongoing identity concerns, physical limitations, or relationship challenges.