More about me
There are some activities outside of work that truly enrich my life and bring me joy! I love exploring nature on walks with my wife and our, lovable scruffy rescue dog from South Africa. I'm also passionate about golf and guitar, and I thrive on diving into the exciting world of software development and AI!
As for my professional life, I offer psychotherapy for adult individuals and couples. My therapeutic approach is primarily grounded in Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP), which I integrate with Schema Therapy and BrainWorking Recursive Therapy (BWRT®) to provide a nuanced and effective therapeutic experience. My style is collaborative, focusing on developing a strong therapeutic alliance and tailoring treatment to each client’s unique context and needs.
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Psychotherapy Training
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Former training in several modalities, including CBT, Schema Therapy, Psychoanalytic and Psychodynamic therapy, and Mindfulness-Based approaches.
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Extended training in Schema Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Approaches
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3 Years Core Training in ISTDP
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Brainworking Recursive Therapy (BWRT®) Level 1 and Level 2
Education
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BA (Psychology) Cum Lauda | Psychology and Philosophy Majors | University of Johannesburg (formally Rand Afrikaans University), South Africa
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BA Honours (Psychology) Cum Lauda | University of Johannesburg, South Africa
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MA (Counselling Psychology) with Distinction | Rhodes University, Grahamstown, South Africa
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PhD (Psychology) | Rhodes University, Grahamstown, South Africa | University of Kent, United Kingdom
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Notable academic achievements
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International Golden Key Membership
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Rhodes Prestigious Academic Scholarship (funded by Andrew Mellon Foundation)
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Commonwealth Split-Site Scholarship
Research Interests
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The self-concept and Identity-regulation
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Psychological self-regulation mechanisms related to emotional fluctuations and performance
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Relationship dynamics
My master’s research concentrated on the role of self-awareness in integrating disparate components of the psychological self. A case study methodology was employed to investigate an individual’s self-discovery process through a Schema Mode Therapy approach.
My doctoral research, entitled “Minding your own game: Self-regulation and psychological momentum among golfers,” encompassed the following components: a conceptual analysis of psychological momentum, a mixed methods study exploring self-regulation strategies employed by golfers during momentum phases during gameplay, and a staggered multiple-baseline single-case research design employing mixed methods to examine the role of mindfulness in ego-regulation and psychological momentum experiences among golfers.
Teaching Experience
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Counselling Skills (Pharmacy IV and Psychology Honours)
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Family Therapy (Masters in Clinical and Counselling Psychology)
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Psychotherapeutic Interventions (Psychology III)
Relevant Experience
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Rhodes University Student Counselling Centre
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Rhodes University Psychology Clinic
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Private Practice
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Maties Sport High-Performance Unit, Stellenbosch University
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Voluntary Work
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On behalf of: Alzheimer’s South Africa and South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG)
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Support group facilitator
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Helpline and face to face counselling services