Education and Training 

I completed my Master of Arts in Community-Based Counselling Psychology at Wits University (With Distinction). This degree involved three components, coursework, internship and research. In the coursework component for this degree, we gained theoretical and practical training in psychotherapeutic interventions, psychopathology, psychological assessments and community-based interventions. Throughout each component of this degree, we explored the relevance and applicability of psychological interventions within the context of the people we are working with. I therefore consider a person's historical, sociopolitical, cultural, community and family contexts, as these all play a part in who we are, and how we interpret and manage our difficulties. 

As part of our psychotherapy component, we conducted psychotherapy under supervision at the Emthonjeni Community Centre and at The Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation (CSVR). Through this, I worked with people who experienced difficulties related to anxiety, complex trauma, xenophobia, genocide, personality disorders, and childhood abuse. In addition, my community-based intervention involved a deeper exploration in gender-based violence and the survivors thereof. I also had the privilege of working on the Transnet-Phelophepha Healthcare Train, where I was able to provide psychological services and conduct workshops with members in rural South Africa. 

My internship at The Centre for Psychological Services and Career Development (PsyCaD) further solidified my practical training. Here, I worked with many university students and members of the general public who struggled with a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, loss, childhood trauma, sexual abuse, physical abuse, emotional abuse, personality disorders, relationship challenges, unplanned pregnancy, and challenges related to their careers, to name a few. I further conducted numerous psychological assessments, including career assessments to those who had difficulty deciding which path to follow in their studies, or those who wanted to make a career transition. 

We further managed a crisis line for this population of students, where I was able to assist people in crisis situations such as suicide attempts, panic attacks, experiencing a traumatic event, and substance abuse. 

Throughout this internship, I received extensive individual and group supervision from experienced psychologists, in order to ensure that I am well equipped to ethically assist those I am working with. 

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Additional Training

• Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Fundamentals Course (EAGALA) 

• Certificate Programme in Advanced Trauma, PTSD & Dissociation: featuring Dr Ruth Lanius and today's leading trauma innovators 

• Narcissistic Abuse and Gaslighting Treatment Course: Help Clients End Emotional Manipulation and Reclaim Their Lives from Toxic Relationships

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My Practice

My psychology practice is situated in the tranquil Baby and Child Wellness Centre in Bryanston, Sandton. The practice hosts many other psychologists and other professionals who all value an environment of professionalism and privacy. It has secure parking and a waiting room, and is close to some lovely coffee shops to those parents or partners who wish to wait for their loved ones who are in session. 

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The spacious room has a lovely garden view, providing a sense of peace and safety in the sessions. It caters for teenagers, individuals and couples. The room is also sound-proofed to protect the confidentiality of each person that comes to this space. I strive to further create an empathic and authentic environment to enable each client to feel comfortable to bring their true selves to the sessions.