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About me

 I enjoy helping my clients to become the best version of themselves and to grow into the person that they know they can be. I believe that people seeking therapy are incredibly brave for seeking assistance to better themselves, and will ultimately benefit from that choice. Sometimes we feel overwhelmed by life's challenges, or experience difficulties in personal relationships with others. You might find it difficult to overcome challenges, keeping you from living life to the fullest. Many of us have experienced trauma or very painful events. You may have a longing to connect with your partner but feel stuck or finding you are repeating the same patterns leaving you feeling alone and disconnected from each other. If this is the case, I can assist you in navigating these challenges within your own personal values and belief system, in order for you to live a life worth living. You are most welcome to contact me today to discuss your needs and book an appointment. 

Lisa Wolfaardt: MA Clinical Psychology (Stellenbosch University), BTECH Industrial Engineering (CPUT). HPCSA Registration nr: PS0151289. Practice nr: 1082280.

My Services

 

Individual therapy

I provide therapy (English/Afrikaans) for adults, adolescents, children and families in a safe and supportive environment. I provide individual assessment and evidence-based therapies tailored to the individual's needs. I cover areas such as depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, anorexia and more. I believe each person has unique strengths that can be used in the therapeutic space towards working to their healing and wholeness. I therefore work from a holistic perspective and use an integrative therapeutic approach, drawing from various therapeutic modalities as required by the client's individual needs. I believe in empowering my clients to find these inner strengths and to develop healthy coping skills for life's challenges. If you need a space to help you navigate some difficult circumstances, I am here to help you find your way through.

 

Psycho-legal work

Psycho-legal assessment refers to when psychological knowledge is applied within a legal context. Some individuals may refer to this as forensic psychology. I have a keen interest in psycho-legal work, and provide psycho-legal assessment reports intended for the court as requested by legal professionals on behalf of third parties, individuals or families. I have previously worked in various forensic settings, including Valkenberg forensic ward, as well as Pollsmoor Maximum security prison. You are welcome to contact me if you require a Clinical Psychologist to provide a Psycho-Legal assessment.

Client TESTIMONIES

  • I feel like you changed my life this year. I was very guarded. You've been teaching me to be braver to talk. I've learned a lot about myself. Even my colleagues notice a difference in me. My journey has changed my life. I honestly feel happy again. This is my happy place. - AE
  • “Since I came to see you I have been able to implement the techniques you taught me. I’m a lot calmer within myself and I feel better. This is happening to me more and more each day.”  -CE
  • "I used to have a multitude of intrusive thoughts, non stop, especially in specific situations. Now I rarely have these intrusive thoughts and when they pop up I am able to manage them a lot better.” -TC 
  • “Before I came to see you I was crawling on the ground, now I’m flying.” -NE 
  • “Speaking to you has given me a lot of perspective and clarity. I needed a sanity check and felt very validated.” -RA 
  • "I can't tell you how grateful I am since our last session. I have been able to come to terms with things from my past. It was weighing on my subconscious more than I know. I feel so relieved". FA
  • "I've been feeling so free lately, especially regarding my anxiety with other people. Previously emotional reactions left me feeling totally overwhelmed, now I'm able to cope and figure things out." -NE
  • "I've been learning a lot about myself since I came to see you. It's eye opening for me". -RA
  • "I feel so much better. Now I have skills to deal with things, and I take things one step at a time". -FA
  • "After our session it felt like the load was off. Other people are seeing the change in me. I’m more secure of myself and confident and less dependent on people’s validation. I can see my own value. For the first time my thoughts aren’t so bad and I don’t leave social situations feeling bad". -UW
  • “After speaking to you I’m now in a better space, you helped me put the pieces together” -SV
  • "I am a different person since I've been seeing Lisa. I can self-soothe and talk about things instead of having a big melt-down. -FA
  • Now I am able to understand myself a lot more, I understand what I feel. I cope better in difficult circumstances. My outlook on life changed so much -DL
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F.A.Q

Each session lasts 50 minutes
We will discuss some basic background information and what it is that you would like to achieve through therapy
Typically sessions take place once a week
The practice can assist to claim reimbursement from your medical aid if psychological services are included in your benefits
R1100 per session

National helplines

AKESO psychiatric response unit: 0861 435 787

Akeso is a psychiatric rehabilitation hospital for acute mental illness and substance abuse.
Akeso is a psychiatric rehabilitation hospital for acute mental illness and substance abuse. AKESO provides an emergency response unit as well as a telephonic hotline for potentially life threatening psychological emergency situations. Staff and paramedics are specifically trained in the area of mental health. Available 24 hours.

Life line: 0861 322 322

Lifeline national counselling telephone service.The national counselling line operates 24 hours / 7 days per week – feel free to call for more information and counselling.

Childline: 08000 55 555 or dial 116 free from all networks

Childline is an effective non-profit organization that works collectively to protect children from all forms of violence and to create a culture of children's rights in South Africa.Childline is an effective non-profit organization that works collectively to protect children from all forms of violence and to create a culture of children's rights in South Africa. Childline is a 24hour free telephone counselling service for children and adults.

SADAG suicide crisis line: 0800 567 567

The South African Depression and Anxiety group provides counselling and other mental health support. They are Africa’s largest mental health advocacy and support group. The South African Depression and Anxiety Group is Africa's largest mental health support and advocacy group and is involved in counseling, outreach and capacity building work throughout South Africa. Their suicide crisis line is available 24 hours.

Gender violence helpline 0800 150 150

Stop Gender Violence Toll-Free Helpline 0800-150-150. A product of LifeLine South Africa.
Call or WhatsApp chat the gender violence toll-free line 24hrs/7days per week for more information and counselling.

Contact ME

  • Southern Subburbs - Plumstead/Constantia
  • Alphen Park, Constantia Main Road

For any queries, or to make bookings please contact the practice via whatsapp or email. WhatsApp: 075 182 6038 Email: lisawolfpsych@gmail.com