I obtained a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of Witwatersrand in Johannesburg. During this time, I had received extensive practical training at Tara. H Moross Psychiatric Hospital, in the child inpatient unit as well as practical training at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, in the psychiatric adult unit. Thereafter, I completed my Community Service year at GJ Crooks District Hospital in KwaZulu-Natal.

My experiences include working with Conduct disorder, ADHD, Complex Trauma, Eating disorders, Autism, Bereavement, Parasuicides, Life changes and various forms of abuse as well as mental illnesses such as Bipolar mood disorder, Severe depression, Psychosis and Generalised anxiety, amongst others. During this time, I used interventions such as individual therapy, play therapy, group therapy, and family therapy for inpatient and outpatient needs. Furthermore, I have been trained in multiple emotional, cognitive, and neurocognitive assessments.

The approach mainly used is a psychodynamic approach, which can be described as linking current life difficulties to relevant early childhood experiences, which may be affecting one’s life at a later stage. It is important to note that each individual may suit a different intervention and this can be determined by their unique circumstances, environments as well as their needs and process.

Providing a space that facilitates a safe environment, allowing a child, adult, couple or family to make meaning of their difficulties, while providing a containing and supportive space to explore their emotions.

Therapy allows for a therapist and patient to build a healthy, safe rapport, facilitating an environment that allows for corrective experiences, various perspective and introspection with the aid of meaning making.