Therapists in South Africa

Browse 1385 qualified therapists and counselors based in South Africa. All speak English and offer remote sessions at affordable rates.

South Africa has a well-developed psychology profession, with practitioners registered through the HPCSA (Health Professions Council of South Africa). South African psychologists complete rigorous training — typically a master's degree plus a year of community service internship — producing clinically skilled practitioners with experience across diverse populations.

The South African mental health landscape means practitioners are experienced with trauma, resilience, cross-cultural dynamics, and the intersection of social factors with mental health. Rates are significantly lower than Western equivalents while clinical quality remains high.

South African Standard Time (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps comfortably with European working hours and allows early-to-mid-day sessions for US East Coast clients.

Popular specializations in South Africa

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Paige Fourie
Wellness Counselor — Stellenbosch University, Varsity Col...
Cape Town, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I offer online Counseling, supporting individuals and couples through significant life changes. From moving and grief to conflict or self-relationship, we ca...

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Keatlaretse Maotoe
Social Worker (Mental Health) — North-West University
Johannesburg, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate mental health challenges and foster personal growth. My practice welcomes children, adolescents, adults, coupl...

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Retshepile Makhoana
Registered Counselor — North-West University
Wolmaransstad, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

As a Registered Wellness Counsellor, I support adults, young adults, and teenagers navigating life’s challenges. I offer a collaborative space for individual...

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Michelle Booth
Art Therapist — Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, UK
Knysna, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

Michelle offers art psychotherapy as a powerful path for self-expression and personal growth. She specialises in helping clients navigate difficult life situ...

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Caleigh Harper-Kotze
Registered Counselor — Midrand Graduate Institute
Cape Town, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

As a compassionate, empathetic counsellor, I offer a safe space to explore your key issues. Here, you can openly discuss challenges without judgement. Togeth...

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Cayley Lewin
Occupational Therapist — University of The Free State
George, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I am passionate about helping you understand yourself and your relationships more deeply. Together, we can explore how you handle emotions, stress, and life'...

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Norma Nethengwe
Specialist Wellness Counselor — University of South Afric...
Pretoria, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

As a Specialist Wellness Counselor, I am passionate about guiding you towards your fullest potential. I offer a collaborative space where we can pinpoint cha...

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Vasintha Pather
Arts Therapist — University of Witwatersrand
Sandton, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I am an Arts Therapist based in Bryanston, Gauteng, South Africa. I help you with relationship problems, abuse, grief, and personal growth. I use art therapy...

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Nkululeko Hadebe
Educational Psychologist — University of the Witwatersrand
Sandton, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I guide adolescents, young adults, and their families through emotional challenges. When facing adjustment, trauma, depression, or conflict, finding clarity ...

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Cherazaad Edries
Licensed Clinical Psychologists — University of South Afr...
Johannesburg, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

As a licensed clinical psychologist, I offer compassionate, tailored support. I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families, helping you navigate li...

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Thandi Davies
Registered Counselor — University of South Africa (UNISA)...
Cape Town, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

When life feels challenging, whether with health, relationships, or work, finding support is key. I offer a gentle, accepting space where you can bring your ...

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Jewel Presence
Counseling Psychologist — University of Witwatersrand
Durban, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I am a Counseling Psychologist in Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. I offer counseling, online therapy, psychoeducation, and psychology services. I treat...

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Renee Stopforth
Counselor — SACAP
Cape Town, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I am a Holistic Counselor in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. I treat grief and loss, stress and burnout, life transitions and self-care. I use psychol...

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Anzel Harmse
Psychometrist — University of South Africa (UNISA)
Johannesburg, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I am a psychometrist based in Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa. I assess ADHD, attention, stress and burnout, life transitions, and career issues. I provide p...

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Amy de Wet
Licensed Educational Psychologist — University of Johanne...
Alberton, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I am a Licensed Educational Psychologist in Randhart, Gauteng, South Africa. I help people affected by abuse, addiction, conduct problems, PTSD and suicidal ...

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Cheryl Pruss
Clinical Psychologist — University of Witwatersrand HPCSA...
Randburg, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I am a clinical psychologist using mostly a psychodynamic paradigm, although I have trained and use other modalities. I work with adolescents (late teens), ...

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Georgina Pilkington
Counseling Psychologist — Rand Afrikaans University
Randburg, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

As an experienced Psychoanalytical therapist, I guide individuals, couples, and families to explore complex emotional patterns. I offer both short-term focus...

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Brett Groves
Clinical Psychologist — University of South Africa (UNISA)
Cape Town, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

As an experienced Clinical Psychologist, Brett Tiernan Groves helps individuals, families, and couples navigate complex relational patterns. He offers a thou...

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Giada Del Fabbro
Clinical Psychologist
Johannesburg, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I offer specialised psychological support to adults and teenagers navigating complex medico-legal or divorce situations. My approach helps clients find clari...

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Mark L Lockwood
Registered Counselor — University of South Africa (UNISA)
Plettenberg Bay, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

As a Registered Counsellor, I help individuals navigate challenges like addiction, depression, anxiety, and burnout. From my wellness centre in Plettenberg B...

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Natascia Papaikonomou
Clinical Psychologist — University of South Africa (UNISA)
Ekurhuleni, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I am a Clinical Psychologist based in Edenvale, Gauteng, South Africa. I work with you on trauma, relationship, and adoption concerns. I offer Brainspotting ...

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Heidi van der Merwe
Registered Counselor — University of Stellenbosch, Univer...
Cape Town, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I understand how challenging family dynamics and relationship changes can feel. I help couples and families navigate difficult conversations, especially duri...

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Debra Myburgh
Registered Professional Counselor — North-West University
Sandton, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

Drawing on three decades of experience, I guide individuals and families seeking compassionate support. My approach blends comprehensive Counseling and psych...

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Tanya Defferary
Counseling Psychologist — Nelson Mandela University (NMU)
Gqeberha, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I am a Counseling Psychologist in Theescombe, Eastern Cape, South Africa. I support individuals and families with behaviour or conduct problems, family and r...

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Riekie Coetsee
Registered Counselor — University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I am a Registered Counselor in La Montagne, Gauteng, South Africa. I provide psychological and diagnostic assessments, consultations, and counseling for abus...

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Mich Robb
Clinical Psychologist — University of the Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I am a registered Clinical and Educational Psychologist in Victoria, Gauteng, South Africa. I treat family issues and trauma and offer counseling, trauma cou...

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Candice Gillespie
Registered Counselor — University of Stellenbosch
Cape Town, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

As a Registered Counsellor, I offer tailored support for diverse needs. Perhaps you seek individual clarity, want to strengthen a relationship, or need to he...

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Sophia Combrink
Clinical Psychologist — North-West University
Sandton, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

Mrs Combrink is an experienced clinical psychologist, offering compassionate support to adults navigating life's complexities. She creates a professional, un...

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Emily Knott
Clinical Psychologist — University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I am a Clinical Psychologist in Bordeaux, Gauteng, South Africa. I treat anxiety, relationship issues, chronic illness concerns, PTSD and trauma. I offer ind...

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Mark Southwood
Clinical Psychologist — University of South Africa (UNISA)
Pretoria, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I am a Clinical Psychologist in Menlo Park, Gauteng, South Africa. I assess and treat addiction, conduct and behaviour issues, brain injury, and children's m...

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Renee Jansen van Vuuren
Registered Counselor — Stellenbosch University, North-Wes...
Strand, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

As a Registered Educational Counsellor, I specialise in Play Therapy at my Strand practice. Children often express feelings through play that they can’t yet ...

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Melissa Cawood
Counselor — University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I support children with special educational needs, helping them navigate their unique world. Our sessions offer a safe space for young minds to explore feeli...

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Mosa Malema
Clinical Psychologist — University of Limpopo; University...
Sandton, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I support adults and children navigating the complexities of infertility or seeking recovery from substance use. As a clinical psychologist, I offer a ground...

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Etienne de Beer
Counseling Psychologist — University of the Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

Life presents complex challenges, whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, past trauma, or relationship difficulties. I offer a grounded space wher...

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Nadia Thonnard
Professional Counselor — The South African College of App...
Cape Town, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I am a Professional Counselor and Mediator based in Milnerton, Western Cape, South Africa. I offer adolescent therapy, divorce and relationship counseling, p...

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Mapule Ratshefola
Counseling Psychologist — University of the Witwatersrand
Sandton, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

When relationships feel strained, I offer a supportive space for individuals, adolescents, and couples to reconnect. As a certified Imago therapist, I specia...

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Helena Hendrina (Adéle) Jacobs
Social Worker (Mental Health) — North-West University
Krugersdorp, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I am a Social Worker (Mental Health) in Protea Ridge, Gauteng, South Africa. I am registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (S...

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Leonie Lubbe
Counseling Psychologist — North-West University
Parys, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I support adults and adolescents as they navigate the complexities of their emotional world. When emotions feel overwhelming, I offer a grounded space to exp...

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Theuns Stofberg
Counselor — University of the Free State, Family Mediator...
Stellenbosch, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I work with individuals, couples, and families to cultivate healthier, more connected relationships. Sessions provide a supportive space to explore communica...

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Elise Fourie
Counseling Psychologist — University of Stellenbosch
Pretoria, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I provide compassionate, experienced support for children, adolescents, and adults, including couples and families. When life feels overwhelming, I offer a s...

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Joelene Moodley
Clinical Psychologist — University of Pretoria
Roodepoort, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I am passionate about guiding you through Intuitive Transformational Healing. This approach helps children, adolescents, adults, and couples uncover deep ins...

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Johannes Olivier-Booysen
Educational Psychologist — HPCSA Accredited University, H...
Pretoria, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I am an Educational Psychologist and Registered Psychometrist with experience working across educational, developmental, and adjustment-related contexts. My ...

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Helen Anderson
Counseling Psychologist — University of KwaZulu-Natal
Durban, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I help individuals and couples navigate the complexities of depression, anxiety, and relationship challenges. As a Counseling Psychologist and Imago Relation...

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Lindsay Kate Dale
Clinical Psychologist — University of the Witwatersrand
Sandton, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I offer a truly non-judgemental space where you can explore your difficulties and deepen your self-understanding. Many people find relief in gently uncoverin...

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Lisa Burger
Social Worker (Mental Health) — Nelson Mandela University...
Fourways, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I have been in private practice since 2004 and offer a supportive space where we can gently explore the challenges holding you back. Together, we'll work to ...

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Nicolene Scott
Clinical Psychologist — University of the Witwatersrand
Cape Town, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

Feeling overwhelmed by depression or anxiety? As a Clinical Psychologist in Somerset West, I offer a calm, supportive space. I help adults navigate the uniqu...

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Jamie Hyslop
Clinical Psychologist — University of Johannesburg
Roodepoort, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I partner with adults and adolescents experiencing distress, helping them foster psychological well-being. My special interest is neurodiversity, particularl...

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Vanessa Marais
Clinical Psychologist — University of the Free State; Uni...
Cape Town, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I specialise in supporting individuals navigating the emotional impact of cancer and its treatment. A diagnosis often brings profound stress, anxiety, or dep...

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Annie Byrne
Psychological Counselor — Stellenbosch University
Cape Town, South Africa · UTC+2
Online

I am a Registered Counsellor and Psychological Counselor in Claremont, Western Cape. I provide counseling for relationship issues, life transitions, body ima...