Psychotherapy is collaboration between a psychotherapist and a client (individual, couple, family or group). The purpose of therapy is to enter into a therapeutic journey in a safe and trusting environment where it is possible to deal with issues of a traumatic or psychological nature.
Building the inner strength and facing the trauma and distress of the past, present and anticipated future, the therapist and client are able to rewire, challenge and learn to deal with the life challenges that brought about the search for therapy.
Psychotherapy provides a safe, unbiased and confidential relationship with a trained professional to assess, understand and treat psychological distress, while also providing the opportunity to adjust and release unhealthy habits. Within a space of safety, psychotherapy can facilitate a heightened awareness and a sense of accountability that can add meaning and a sense of purpose to everyday life.
Meet our Therapists
Pauli Geldenhuis
Counselling Psychologist and Trauma Psychotherapist
Founder of Paardevlei Therapy Centre
Areas of focus include:
Adults and Adolescents
Trainer, Supervisor and Group facilitator
Trauma including C-PTSD, PTSD, ACE [Trauma in early childhood], Grief and Bereavement, Depression and Anxiety
Maria Cloete
Clinical Psychologist and Trauma Psychotherapist
Areas of focus include:
Trauma
PTSD, C-PTSD, ACE
Mood Disorders
Anxiety Disorders
Addictions
Eating Disorders
Adjustment Problems
Relationship Problems
Identity/ Self-Worth issues
Stress Management/lifestyle
Mindfulness/Spiritual Trauma
Personal Development
Doreen Hofmeyr
Counselling Psychologist
Areas of focus include:
Working with Adults in the following areas:
Depression, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Phobia’s, Trauma Work, Loss and Grief Work; PTSD, Self-confidence and Assertiveness, Physical / Emotional / Sexual Abuse, Adult ADHD, Social Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Abandonment Issues, Work related Stress and Burnout, Self-esteem and insecurities, Sleep Problems, Work with Pain and Chronic Illness
Bertus Swanepoel
Counselling Psychologist
Areas of focus include:
Bertus has experience working with adults and teenagers in many different settings. These include private practice, rehabilitation centres, clinics, high schools, sport codes and corporate institutions.
He has experience in dealing with the following challenges: Mood disorders, Anxiety disorders, Trauma, Sport performance, Relationship challenges, Chronic Pain.
Jomari de Beer
Clinical Psychologist
Areas of focus include:
Adults, Adolescents, Individual Therapy, Mood Disorders (Depression and Bipolar), Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety Disorders, Adjustment Problems, Phase of Life Challenges, Personal Growth and Development, Stress Management, Self Esteem and Identity Problems and Interpersonal Problems.
