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Welcome

Empowering Your Growth, Healing, and Self-Discovery Together

Welcome to the Therapy Nook, where healing is a collaborative journey. Taking the first step to seek support is an act of courage. Explore our website to learn more about my services and how I can assist you on your mental health journey.

Philip

About Philip

As a clinical psychologist, I bring a unique blend of personal and professional experience to my practice. Following a successful career in architecture, I redirected my path to pursue a deeper understanding of human experiences. This journey led me to psychodynamic psychotherapy, where I explored the complexities of the human psyche and relational dynamics. I subsequently undertook extensive training in clinical psychology at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits). My expertise is grounded in evidence-based practices, ensuring a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental space for individuals to navigate life’s challenges.

Embracing the Complexity of Human Experience

Approach

In my private practice, every individual’s unique story is held in mind, and I approach therapy with compassion, curiosity, and respect. I believe that mental wellness, identity, and relationships are deeply interconnected. Together, we can explore your thoughts, feelings and relationship dynamics to build emotional resilience, encourage authentic self-expression, nurture meaningful connections, and support your personal growth.

My psychodynamic approach, driven by a curiosity about the human experience, allows us to delve beneath the surface. We will create awareness of internal patterns and relationship dynamics that may be distressing and are no longer beneficial to you.

Healing becomes possible when you are open to risking new ways of being in the world. In our therapeutic relationship, I aim to create a safe space, filled with empathy and understanding, where the therapy space becomes a microcosm for exploring how we can shift these patterns.

Services Offered

  • Individual therapy for adults (online therapy available)
  • Individual therapy for adolescents
  • Couples therapy
  • Group therapy

Specific Interests

  • Transitions, adjustments and stress management
  • Depression and mood disorders
  • Anxiety disorders
  • Trauma (including, post-traumatic stress disorder)
  • Personal growth and exploration
  • Bereavement and loss
  • Interpersonal difficulties and deepening relationships
  • Identity, sexuality and intersectionality
  • LGBTQI+ affirmative therapy
  • Masculinity and mental health

Contact Me

Join me in embracing the complexity of human experience.

Free Initial Consultation: 15-minute phone consultation available.

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