Substance Use Therapists in Milnerton
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.
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.
How can someone feeling unheard within their relationships, family or the workplace navigate these challenges effectively...
How can someone feeling unheard within their relationships, family or the workplace navigate these challenges effectively...
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?
Chantel Retter
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Milnerton 7441
We all experience challenges in life that tend to throw us off balance. And at times restoring that balance can be hard. I would like to guide you in understanding yourself better and help you identify and practice various tools that may help you in restoring that balance.
We all experience challenges in life that tend to throw us off balance. And at times restoring that balance can be hard. I would like to guide you in understanding yourself better and help you identify and practice various tools that may help you in restoring that balance.
My experience primarily focuses on substances and process addictions, but I also assist individuals with anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues, providing insight-driven support. With warmth and empathy, I create a safe and connected space for clients to explore their challenges and foster personal growth.
My experience primarily focuses on substances and process addictions, but I also assist individuals with anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues, providing insight-driven support. With warmth and empathy, I create a safe and connected space for clients to explore their challenges and foster personal growth.
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.
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!
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I've worked with multiple age groups and populations - informing me of the differences, and the commonalities in the human experience. I take an eclectic approach- looking at personality dynamics, thought patterns and the resulting behaviours.
I've worked with multiple age groups and populations - informing me of the differences, and the commonalities in the human experience. I take an eclectic approach- looking at personality dynamics, thought patterns and the resulting behaviours.
Ziphozonke Sizwe Mqadi
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Centurion Business Park 7441
A professionally qualified social worker who has extensive experience of working with multi-problem children and families with complex needs. Knowledge in carrying out initial assessments, child protection issues, assessing needs and identifying service user requirements. Made positive changes to people’s lives and helped then get the right treatment. As a true professional I recognize the rights of all persons, regardless of their culture, religious affiliation, ethnicity, race, gender, age, sexual orientation or social standing and have amazing communication skills. I further specialize in CISD, Individual Trauma & Suicide
A professionally qualified social worker who has extensive experience of working with multi-problem children and families with complex needs. Knowledge in carrying out initial assessments, child protection issues, assessing needs and identifying service user requirements. Made positive changes to people’s lives and helped then get the right treatment. As a true professional I recognize the rights of all persons, regardless of their culture, religious affiliation, ethnicity, race, gender, age, sexual orientation or social standing and have amazing communication skills. I further specialize in CISD, Individual Trauma & Suicide
Philip Jean du Toit
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Burgundy Estate 7441
My ideal client is usually someone needing professional help for the first time and is hesitant to take that first step. Their needs, issues and goals are usually themselves, their partner, their kids or life in general.
My ideal client is usually someone needing professional help for the first time and is hesitant to take that first step. Their needs, issues and goals are usually themselves, their partner, their kids or life in general.
We all face adversity and often experience traumatic events which are at times challenging to overcome. When we are faced with such challenges, we often want to deal with these emotions and stressors alone. Ultimately, this can heighten our emotions and sometimes makes things worse for us. I believe that everyone deserves a listening ear and to simply have a safe space to blow off steam and unpack the day. Counselling offers you a space to fully be yourself and discuss everything happening in your life.
We all face adversity and often experience traumatic events which are at times challenging to overcome. When we are faced with such challenges, we often want to deal with these emotions and stressors alone. Ultimately, this can heighten our emotions and sometimes makes things worse for us. I believe that everyone deserves a listening ear and to simply have a safe space to blow off steam and unpack the day. Counselling offers you a space to fully be yourself and discuss everything happening in your life.
All of us at some point might need support to deal with the many challenges of life, whether it be a personal crisis, a loss, an addiction, a feeling of stuckness or a change in one's ability to cope. I offer compassionate and non-judgemental psychotherapy for adolescents and adults. It is not always easy to take the first step to start therapy and to be vulnerable, but allowing yourself to open up is often the start of the journey towards acceptance or change.
All of us at some point might need support to deal with the many challenges of life, whether it be a personal crisis, a loss, an addiction, a feeling of stuckness or a change in one's ability to cope. I offer compassionate and non-judgemental psychotherapy for adolescents and adults. It is not always easy to take the first step to start therapy and to be vulnerable, but allowing yourself to open up is often the start of the journey towards acceptance or change.
I believe that every child can learn and should have every opportunity to learn. These opportunities should not just be what our education system offers. Children learn in different ways and I see it as part of my expertise to find ways to help our children learn and develop. I love working with children of all ages. I feel that teens and young adults are often misunderstood and I want to be there for them. We need to find the hope and light within each person and sometimes, we even need to show them what they have within themselves.
I believe that every child can learn and should have every opportunity to learn. These opportunities should not just be what our education system offers. Children learn in different ways and I see it as part of my expertise to find ways to help our children learn and develop. I love working with children of all ages. I feel that teens and young adults are often misunderstood and I want to be there for them. We need to find the hope and light within each person and sometimes, we even need to show them what they have within themselves.
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.
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.
Restoring Wholeness is committed to enhancing overall well-being through counselling services that integrate the interconnected aspects of life—body, mind, and spirit. Whether facing personal challenges, relationship issues, trauma, or seeking personal growth, support is provided with the goal of assisting as effectively as possible. The focus is on treating the whole person, acknowledging the intricate connections between physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Restoring Wholeness offers wellness counselling that addresses mental health support and emotional well-being to help individuals navigate life's challenges.
Restoring Wholeness is committed to enhancing overall well-being through counselling services that integrate the interconnected aspects of life—body, mind, and spirit. Whether facing personal challenges, relationship issues, trauma, or seeking personal growth, support is provided with the goal of assisting as effectively as possible. The focus is on treating the whole person, acknowledging the intricate connections between physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Restoring Wholeness offers wellness counselling that addresses mental health support and emotional well-being to help individuals navigate life's challenges.
Eduan Greyling
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
Melkbosstrand 7441
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.
Stuck, cry of helplessness, overwhelmed by emotions(a dark place), no hope?
Stuck, cry of helplessness, overwhelmed by emotions(a dark place), no hope?
Change and transition happen throughout life. Some of these changes lead to happiness whilst others bring on sadness and confusion. If you are finding such events challenging or stressful then I can provide a safe space for you to share your feelings and experiences where we can work together to create an atmosphere of hope for the future.
Change and transition happen throughout life. Some of these changes lead to happiness whilst others bring on sadness and confusion. If you are finding such events challenging or stressful then I can provide a safe space for you to share your feelings and experiences where we can work together to create an atmosphere of hope for the future.
Christine Fenemore
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Table View 7441 (Online Only)
One always assumes that counselling is for those who are facing hardships. I believe that it is so much more than that. It’s about sharing the good, the bad, and the ugly in a safe and confidential space. I hope to be that lifeline and source of motivation for you, no matter what the circumstances. I am registered with the HPCSA as a Registered Counsellor and adhere to there ethical standards and code of conduct.
One always assumes that counselling is for those who are facing hardships. I believe that it is so much more than that. It’s about sharing the good, the bad, and the ugly in a safe and confidential space. I hope to be that lifeline and source of motivation for you, no matter what the circumstances. I am registered with the HPCSA as a Registered Counsellor and adhere to there ethical standards and code of conduct.
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Nearby Substance Use Counsellors Searches for Milnerton
- Bloubergstrand
- Cape Town City
- Claremont
- Edgemead
- Gardens
- Goodwood
- Melkbosstrand
- Observatory
- Parklands
- Sea Point
- Table View
- Woodstock
Substance Use Counsellors
How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counsellors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.
How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.
How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.
Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?
There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.