I support high-functioning adults who are navigating complex challenges such as burnout, trauma, and neurodivergence. My individual work is ideal for individuals seeking a private, label-free space to move beyond “functional freeze” and into sustainable emotional regulation and clarity.
Session Format
In Person
In person sessions at Blaauwberg Therapy Centre, Cape Town
Online
Online via Google Meet, WhatsApp Video or Zoom
Rates & Packages
Terms & Conditions
- These rates & packages are applicable to the South African market only (see SA Expats for global rates)
- Fees are payable upfront and are non refundable.
- Cancellation Policy: 24 hours notice is required when cancelling or postponing a session.
I work with partners who want to break unhealthy relationship patterns and rebuild secure attachment. My approach is particularly effective for neurodiverse couples, couples who are in burnout and couples who experienced childhood trauma, helping you translate different emotional languages into a shared connection.
Session Format
In Person
In person sessions at Blaauwberg Therapy Centre, Cape Town
Online
Online via Google Meet, WhatsApp Video or Zoom
Rates & Packages
Terms & Conditions
- These rates & packages are applicable to the South African market only (see SA Expats for global rates)
- Fees are payable upfront and are non refundable.
- Cancellation Policy: 24 hours notice is required when cancelling or postponing a session.
Emigration brings a unique set of psychological pressures—from isolation and guilt to shifts in identity. I provide culturally grounded support to South Africans living abroad (UK, UAE, USA, Europe), offering a “home base” where you don’t have to explain your context to be understood.
Session Format
Online
Online via Google Meet, WhatsApp Video or Zoom
Rates & Packages
Terms & Conditions
- Fees are payable upfront and are non refundable.
- Cancellation Policy: 24 hours notice is required when cancelling or postponing a session.
I partner with organizations to move mental health beyond a “tick-box” exercise. Through workshops and consulting, I help leadership teams address burnout, support neurodiversity, and build the psychological safety required for sustainable high performance.
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Mental Health Workshops
- On-site / Off-site Counselling
- Employee Engagement Programs
Burnout is not simply “needing a holiday”; it is a state of central nervous system dysregulation. I work with high-functioning individuals who often feel trapped in a cycle of “push and crash”—maintaining high performance outwardly while running on empty internally. We move beyond standard stress management techniques to address the physiological roots of your exhaustion. By understanding your nervous system’s “survival mode,” we can shift you from a state of functional freeze or hyper-arousal back into a sustainable rhythm of regulation and clarity.
Common Signs & Symptoms
Physical Exhaustion
Feeling fatigued and tired even after a full night's rest
Cognitive Fog
Racing thoughts, brain fog, and difficulty concentrating
Lack Of Motivation
Procrastination or a sudden decrease in productivity or motivation
Mental & Emotional Overwhelm
Feeling overwhelmed to the point of checking out or feeling "nothing."
Survival Mode
Feeling like you are living in a constant state of "fight or flight" anxiety
Trauma is not just what happened to you; it is what happens inside you as a result of what happened to you. Whether you are navigating the aftermath of narcissistic abuse, emotional neglect, or a chaotic upbringing, these experiences often leave deep imprints on your self-worth and ability to trust. My approach focuses on how these past wounds show up in your present life—often as people-pleasing, perfectionism, or a feeling of disconnection from your own body. We work together to rebuild your sense of self, establishing safety so you can stop surviving and start living authentically.
Common Signs & Symptoms
Struggles With Sense Of Self
A negative sense of self or feeling unsure of who you really are.
Unstable Relationships
Usually because of difficulty in trusting others and or a fear of abandonment
People Pleasing
A tendency to prioritize others' needs over your own, to ensure your own safety.
Disconnection
Or disassociation. Feeling dissociated or disconnected from your body and or reality.
Inner Self Critic
Persistent negative self-talk and low self-esteem or low self-worth
I offer a neuro-affirming space that recognizes neurodivergence not as a deficit, but as a different operating system. Many of my clients are high-functioning, logical thinkers who have spent years “masking” to fit into a neurotypical world—often leading to exhaustion and burnout. Whether you are formally diagnosed or self-identifying, we work with your brain’s unique wiring. We focus on practical strategies for executive function, sensory regulation, and emotional intensity, helping you build a life that supports your strengths rather than fighting against your nature.
Common Characteristics
High Functioning Logic
You are a critical, logical thinker who enjoys patterns, systems, and structure.
Emotional Intensity
You experience emotions deeply and intensely, even if you struggle to express them.
Focus Variability
Struggling to finish mundane tasks but hyper-focusing for hours on specific interests
Sensory Sensitivity
Feeling easily overstimulated by light, sound, or chaotic environments such as multiple conversations at once
Social Differences
Such as being perceived as "lacking empathy", no patience for small talk and can often experience masking fatigue (a loss of interest or motivation caused by the effort of fitting in)
Relationships are the mirror in which our deepest patterns are reflected. My couples work is distinct because it integrates an understanding of trauma, attachment styles, and neurodivergence. We don’t just argue about “who did what”; we look at the underlying wiring. How does one partner’s ADHD impact the other’s need for structure? How does past trauma trigger current conflict? I provide a structured space to decode these dynamics, helping you move from codependency and conflict into secure, conscious connection
Key Focus Areas
How We're Wired
Understanding how psychological make up, neurodivergence and trauma affect your connection.
Trauma Triggers
Understanding and healing past wounds that are resurfacing in your current relationship.
Attachment Styles
Understanding how you perceive attachment and connection, and healing unhealthy patterns.
Relationship Patterns
Identifying and healing toxic loops, codependency, and blended family challenges.
Boundaries
Learning to set healthy limits without guilt
High performance should not come at the cost of employee well-being. I partner with forward-thinking companies to provide mental health support that is clinically grounded and practically applicable. My corporate services move beyond generic “wellness days” to address the real challenges of the modern workplace: burnout, neurodiversity inclusion, and psychological safety. By equipping your team with the tools to regulate and communicate, we build resilience that benefits both the individual and the bottom line.
Key Services Offered
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
As a EAPA-SA Registered Practitioner, I offer confidential, qualified and professional mental health support programs tailored to your business needs.
Mental Health Workshops
Specialized training to management and staff on Stress, Burnout, Emotional Intelligence and Neurodivergence
Staff Counselling
On-site and off-site counselling offered to staff at subsidized rates.
Employee Engagement Programs
Strategies to improve team cohesion, interpersonal skills, communication and mental and emotional well-being.
Scope of Practice Disclaimer
I am not a registered Clinical Psychologist with the HPCSA, and I do not provide medical diagnoses, medication management, or acute crisis intervention. My services are not claimable from medical aid schemes.
I provide advanced psychological support, functional screening, and trauma-informed counselling within my scope of training as a Mental Health Practitioner and Professional Counsellor. If our work suggests a need for clinical diagnosis or pharmacological intervention, I will refer you to an appropriate medical professional.
If you are currently in a life-threatening emergency, please contact the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) on 0800 567 567 or go to your nearest emergency room.
My Code Of Ethics
Although I operate independently of the HPCSA and medical aid system, I remain committed to the general code of ethics as set out below. Furthermore, my practice is governed by the guidelines of the ESPA-SA and the principles of South African law (POPIA).
I am committed to the following ethical standards:
Strict Confidentiality:
Your privacy is paramount. As a private-pay practice, your notes and session details are never shared with third parties, insurers, or family members without your explicit written consent, except where required by law (e.g., risk of harm to self or others).
Informed Consent:
Transparency is key. Before we begin, you will receive a clear explanation of the therapeutic process, fee structure, and the nature of our work, ensuring you are always empowered to make informed decisions about your mental health.
Duty of Care & Referral:
I practice strictly within my boundaries of competence. If your needs exceed my scope of practice (e.g., requiring acute psychiatric care or forensic assessment), I have an ethical duty to inform you and facilitate a referral to a Clinical Psychologist or Psychiatrist.
Non-Maleficence (Do No Harm):
I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental, and neuro-affirming space. My interventions are evidence-based and prioritized for your safety and well-being above all else.
Continuing Professional Development:
To ensure you receive the highest standard of support, I am dedicated to ongoing academic training and supervision, keeping my skills aligned with current psychological research and best practices.
