How many sessions does a person need with a psychologist?

Every person has a different journey through therapy. It depends on why they are seeing a psychologist and what they are hoping to get out of the sessions. Sometimes seeing a psychologist becomes a permanent part of someone’s life or they only need a session or two.

What should I expect from my first session?

Every psychologist in Johannesburg has their own process and it usually depends on the kind of therapy that they offer. This is the general process of the first session: -Complete forms and paperwork that require you to consent to the services, approve of the terms and conditions and provide personal details. This is a brief process and it shouldn’t take up too much of your time. -If you have been referred by a GP, psychiatrist or specialist in Johannesburg, the psychologist will discuss the details of your referral and mental health treatment plan. -The therapist will listen to your concerns and try to explore relevant background history. For example, they will try to learn about your family, social relationships, work history and any counselling that you might have done in the past. -Based on your background history, they will help you to understand more about what might be triggering your current issues. Furthermore, if the time allows, the psychologist can help you to develop a collaborative and flexible plan for future therapy sessions.

What is the difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist?

Psychologists are health professionals that use “talk therapy” as a means of helping people. In order to become a registered psychologist, they must complete an undergraduate degree, an Honours degree and a Master’s degree. Once that’s been completed, they’ll need to complete practical training and register with the Health Professions Council of South Africa. Psychologists in Johannesburg help people with everyday concerns such as stress and relationship difficulties, as well as mental health issues. Contrastingly, psychiatrists have completed a medical degree and further training related to the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness. Psychiatrists in Johannesburg specialise in the medical treatment of mental illness and they are authorised to prescribe medication. Some psychiatrists combine medication with therapy.

Do I need a referral to see a psychologist?

No, you do not need a referral to see a psychologist in Johannesburg. You are welcome to book an appointment if you feel that you could benefit from the services. However, if you decide to do this you might need to pay the full amount for your sessions out of your own pocket.

How long are sessions with a psychologist?

A typical session with a psychologist in Johannesburg is approximately 50 minutes to an hour.

How does confidentiality work with a psychologist?

All information that you disclose in your session is confidential. There are only two exceptions to this rule. Firstly, if you are at risk of harming yourself or others, they will be required to alert the relevant people. Secondly, if they are ordered by court to disclose certain information, they will have to do so.

1. You never pay to use Snupit. It’s free and you get to compare multiple quotes from the best psychologists in Johannesburg. 2. Professionals listed on the Snupit platform are experienced, friendly and background-checked. Our numbers say it all! Of the 9 reviews for psychologists, our customers have had a positive and a rewarding experience with 9 psychology services. 3. Choose from 36327 trusted and high quality professionals in Johannesburg who can assist you with just about anything you need done. 4. Don’t overpay for any service, hire a local expert from our talent pool of 18 psychologists in Johannesburg who are skilled and vetted.

Psychologists in Johannesburg

Nontsikelelo Rajuili Psychology Practice

Mondeor, Johannesburg

Healing takes time, and asking for help is a courageous step. Nontsikelelo Rajuili is a Qualified Psychologist registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). She is passionate about the Mental Health and Mental wellb ...show more

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by Nomfundo, 076****031

Its a safe space to let everything within you out, almost as speaking to the mirror but with the right/correct questions/comments posted back to you in order for self-realization. Very attentive, with a calm personality allowing for you to ...

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Siyabonga Ntshangase- Counselling Psychologist

Johannesburg

Competent black male psychologist. I speak IsiZulu, Sotho and English. Siyabonga Ntshangase is a Counselling Psychologist registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (Reg number: PS0134074). He obtained a Masters Degree in ...show more

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Dr Daleen Alexander

Dunkeld West, Johannesburg

Clinical Psychologist. “If you think you can, you probably can. If you think you can’t - well, that self-limiting and self-fulfilling belief might well stop you from doing something you’re perfectly capable of doing” (Albert Bandura). Duri ...show more

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Pravilla Naicker Counselling Psychologist

Mulbarton, Johannesburg

I am registered counselling psychologist practicing in the South of Johannesburg. I am a registered Counselling Psychologist (registered with the HPCSA) practicing in Mulbarton, South of Johannesburg. I follow an integrative approach that is ...show more

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I was diagnosed with depression and a month later started seeing Pravilla. I love her counseling style, the techniques that we do. I loved the relaxation methods that she has taught me.

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MN Psychology

Norwood, Johannesburg

If a miracle happened and you became the person you dreamed of being, WHAT WOULD THAT LOOK LIKE?. All of us feel lost, stuck and hopeless at some stage in our lives. Being here tells me that you have decided that you want something to change. ...show more

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Nokulunga Clinical Psychologist

Mulbarton, Johannesburg

Clinical psychologist that is passionate about helping individuals gain insight into their emotional and psychological functioning in order to deepen the understanding of the self & overall wellbeing. Providing psychotherapy both to couples ...show more

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Nonhlanhla Mngomezulu Practice

Parktown, Johannesburg

Registered Clinical Psychologist in private practice. I work with adults and children with wide array of difficulties resulting from everyday concerns to the more severe forms of psychologic. Services cover areas such as: • Psychiatric illn ...show more

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KM Clinical Psychologist

Ormonde, Johannesburg

Karabo Makhafula is a registered clinical psychologist with a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology (Ma. Clin. Psych, UNISA). She is registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and the Board of Health Funders of S ...show more

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NPK Clinical Psychologist

Mondeor, Johannesburg

Life is a journey that comes with different challenges at different stages. The modality that I work from is of the belief that everyone's life experience is different and unique. In psychotherapy an individual must be looked at in a holist ...show more

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Educational Psychologist- Edupsyc

Eastcliff, Johannesburg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many sessions does a person need with a psychologist?
Every person has a different journey through therapy. It depends on why they are seeing a psychologist and what they are hoping to get out of the sessions. Sometimes seeing a psychologist becomes a permanent part of someone’s life or they only need a session or two.
What should I expect from my first session?
Every psychologist in Johannesburg has their own process and it usually depends on the kind of therapy that they offer.

This is the general process of the first session:

- Complete forms and paperwork that require you to consent to the services, approve of the terms and conditions and provide personal details. This is a brief process and it shouldn’t take up too much of your time.

- If you have been referred by a GP, psychiatrist or specialist in Johannesburg, the psychologist will discuss the details of your referral and mental health treatment plan.

- The therapist will listen to your concerns and try to explore relevant background history. For example, they will try to learn about your family, social relationships, work history and any counselling that you might have done in the past.

- Based on your background history, they will help you to understand more about what might be triggering your current issues. Furthermore, if the time allows, the psychologist can help you to develop a collaborative and flexible plan for future therapy sessions.
What is the difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist?
Psychologists are health professionals that use “talk therapy” as a means of helping people. In order to become a registered psychologist, they must complete an undergraduate degree, an Honours degree and a Master’s degree. Once that’s been completed, they’ll need to complete practical training and register with the Health Professions Council of South Africa. Psychologists in Johannesburg help people with everyday concerns such as stress and relationship difficulties, as well as mental health issues.

Contrastingly, psychiatrists have completed a medical degree and further training related to the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness. Psychiatrists in Johannesburg specialise in the medical treatment of mental illness and they are authorised to prescribe medication. Some psychiatrists combine medication with therapy.
Do I need a referral to see a psychologist?
No, you do not need a referral to see a psychologist in Johannesburg. You are welcome to book an appointment if you feel that you could benefit from the services. However, if you decide to do this you might need to pay the full amount for your sessions out of your own pocket.
How long are sessions with a psychologist?
A typical session with a psychologist in Johannesburg is approximately 50 minutes to an hour.
How does confidentiality work with a psychologist?
All information that you disclose in your session is confidential. There are only two exceptions to this rule. Firstly, if you are at risk of harming yourself or others, they will be required to alert the relevant people. Secondly, if they are ordered by court to disclose certain information, they will have to do so.
Why Snupit
1. You never pay to use Snupit. It’s free and you get to compare multiple quotes from the best psychologists in Johannesburg.

2. Professionals listed on the Snupit platform are experienced, friendly and background-checked. Our numbers say it all! Of the 9 reviews for psychologists, our customers have had a positive and a rewarding experience with 9 psychology services.

3. Choose from 36327 trusted and high quality professionals in Johannesburg who can assist you with just about anything you need done.

4. Don’t overpay for any service, hire a local expert from our talent pool of 18 psychologists in Johannesburg who are skilled and vetted.

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