Counselling Psychologist | B.Soc.Sci. (Psych.) Natal , B.Soc.Sci. Hons. (Psych.) Natal, M.Soc.Sci. (Couns.Psych.) Natal
Kloof, Durban, South Africa · Africa/Johannesburg
Michelle Bennett is a registered Counselling Psychologist in Kloof, Durban, South Africa, with over 25 years of experience in private practice. She provides individual therapy, couple counselling, marriage counselling and family therapy, both in-person and online. Providing a warm, supportive, confidential space, with additional privacy levels. Choosing the right psychologist is an important and personal decision. Michelle offers a collaborative, respectful and inclusive therapeutic space, adapting each therapeutic approach to the individual, the relationship and the presenting concerns in order to achieve meaningful and lasting change. Her practice is open and welcoming to all belief systems, cultures, sexual orientations and relationship structures. The preferred method of initial contact is via email: [email protected] Alternatively, WhatsApp text: 0834615891 B.Soc.Sci. (Psych.) – University of Natal B.Soc.Sci. Hons. (Psych.) – University of Natal M.Soc.Sci. (Counselling Psychology) – University of Natal Trainee Psychologist, Intern Psychologist, Registered Psychologist Michelle holds many degrees/qualifications in Psychology, including a master’s degree, supervised training and internship. She has extensive experience and is knowledgeable in working with Adults, individuals, couples and families from diverse backgrounds, belief systems, spiritual orientations, lifestyles and cultural groups. Therapy is approached holistically, with respect for each client’s personal values and life context. Her areas of special interest, as a Registered Counselling Psychologist, include, but are not limited to: For individuals, therapy can focus on improving emotional well-being, insight, coping strategies, tools and techniques. Couple counselling includes marriage counselling, pre-marital counselling, general relationship therapy and some of the above mentioned under Individual therapy. Common concerns include communication difficulties, infidelity, trust issues, conflict resolution and rebuilding emotional connection. Michelle works with couples of all backgrounds, including heterosexual, same-sex couples, LGBTQIA+ and across diverse cultural and religious contexts. Therapy aims to improve communication, strengthen understanding and foster healthier, more resilient relationship patterns. Therapy is collaborative, teamwork and respectful, recognising each client as unique. As Michelle is trained in a wide range of therapeutic frameworks and tailors therapy as it progresses, based on the individual or couple’s needs, her main therapeutic approach is therefore Integrative and Eclectic. Therapeutic approaches include: CBT is often, though not exclusively, used in the treatment of anxiety disorders and is evidence-based. Michelle works from a balanced bio-psycho-social perspective, recognising the interconnected nature of thoughts, emotions, behaviour and physical well-being. The mind–body connection and the influence of thought patterns, imagery and belief systems are integrated where appropriate. Each person will have a completely different experience of therapy, depending on various factors. Michelle offers very flexible therapy and depending on individual beliefs, recognising and tapping into the power of the mind and the human being as mind-body-spirit. I am committed to placing the client’s best interests first, while practising within the ethical boundaries of my profession. I view therapy as a collaborative process and consider it a privilege to support clients, whilst incorporating my knowledge and experience to assist you to become the “best you can be”. Registration number: (HPCSA): PS 0059137 Practice Number: 8640548