Psychotherapist — University of Pretoria, Inst of Group Analysis / Ububele
Canberra, Australia · UTC+11
As an experienced Psychotherapist and Group Analyst, I am passionate about collaborative thinking in both individual and group contexts. Together, we explore what approach - individual or group - will be most effective and suitable for you. I firmly believe in the collective nature of our experiences, always considering the social context even during individual therapy sessions. In the group, we work to strengthen both the individual and the group, resulting in a better integration of the individual with their social network. My work experience include 20 years of working in Mental health in private and public hospital and other settings, as well as private practice. I started my career in the UK where I worked as an Occupational Therapist and was introduced to Group Analysis in London. I continued my Group Analytic studies when I returned to South Africa and was able to learn about the capacity that groups offer in a rich and diverse environment. This has shaped my belief in and passion for the variety of experiences that groups offer. I have been involved in training of group psychotherapists, support and community workers (and others interested in group work) over the last 10 yrs and provide supervision both for individuals and groups - using the group as a medium to inform our understanding of the work.