Of course, if you have any other questions, please email me on danielpsychologist@gmail.com
The psychology environment is a professional space where you are welcomed warmly and authentically. The session lasts 51 minutes. The first session is an exploration session. We spend half of the session discussing your expectations of psychology and what I can offer you. In the other half of the session, I look forward to getting to know you better and start building a plan.
In the beginning, I would like to build momentum with you by seeing you once a week for about two months. Thereafter, we may decide to reduce the sessions to twice a month. Later, we would reduce this too. Ultimately, I would guide your recovery to reducing your dependency on the sessions entirely.
I will keep all your information strictly private and confidential. However, information may be divulged if you give permission to me or if you imply intent to hurt yourself or others, or if the court asks me directly for the information.
It's natural to feel that something may be wrong with you. Psychology, as a profession, resists stigmatised language such as crazy or retarded. Psychologists understand that you may feel vulnerable or even ashamed because of difficulties that you may be experiencing. We all go through difficult times at one point in our lives or another. As a psychologist, I make myself available to you 24/7 according to certain limits, so that you need not feel the burden of coping with these difficulties entir
Both professionals are registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa. Both can identify the kind of difficulty you may be experiencing. Psychologists are specialists in the way you act, feel, and think about things; so they can guide behavioural change. Psychologists can also use formal standardised assessment tools to get a better idea of how to help you. Psychiatrists, on the other hand, are medical doctors who have specialised in the chemistry (meds) of the brain and body.
On occasions, I work with couples from the outset. The main focus is on the relationship itself to improve communication, address relationship issues, and enhance emotional closeness, focusing on the dynamics between the two individuals. If you started out as an individual client of mine who decides to work on the dynamics in your relationship, then I would refer you to a couples' therapist.
I do conduct teletherapy sessions which allow you to enjoy quality mental health care from the comfort and convenience of a place of your own choosing. I use a secure and easy-to-use platform (Zoom) to provide you with a safe and confidential space which also has the capabilities to share worksheets online or to discuss action plans in real-time.
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), for example, has over 50 distinct skills that you can learn to change your behaviour.
Practices for being present in the moment: Cultivate awareness by immersing yourself in the present, embracing each moment without judgment. Mindfulness reduces stress and improves focus, aiding emotional equilibrium. Engage fully with your surroundings and experiences, fostering inner calm. Practicing mindfulness can transform your relationship with thoughts and feelings. As an example, pretend that you are a mountain and let the 'weather' be above the mountain whilst you stay grounded.
Techniques for tolerating pain in difficult situations without making things worse: When faced with tough times, distress tolerance skills help you endure without exacerbating the situation. These techniques build resilience, enabling you to navigate crises with composure. They focus on immediate survival strategies and acceptance, promoting emotional steadiness in challenging moments. For example, when things don't work out, sometimes you need someone to tell you the truth.
Strategies for managing and changing intense emotions Emotion regulation involves understanding, managing, and altering emotional responses. By developing these strategies, you can shift from reactive to proactive, gaining control over your emotional landscape. This enhances wellbeing and reduces emotional volatility, allowing for a balanced and fulfilling life. For example, the psychologist teaches you to stop talking so much about your emotions and to start feeling them in your body.
Skills for communicating and interacting effectively with others: Strong interpersonal skills help you articulate needs and set boundaries while maintaining healthy self-respect. These techniques foster assertiveness, compassion, and understanding in interactions. By enhancing communication, you can build stronger, more supportive connections and navigate social dynamics confidently. For example, if you are a people pleaser, you can learn a 'script' to assert yourself.
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