Let Your Mind Flourish
I invite you to my inclusive mental health practice. As a psychologist in Sandton, your uniqueness is celebrated and understood.
Book an AppointmentSessions available in English and Afrikaans
Meet Gerrit Nel, Counselling Psychologist
Hello, I'm Gerrit Nel, a Counselling Psychologist in Sandton who is deeply committed to enhancing your well-being. I hold a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology from Johannesburg University, where I focused on an integrative, holistic approach to mental health and well-being.
In my practice, I firmly believe that everyone has the innate potential to actualise their fullest potential, yet often, guidance and support are needed to unlock this potential. My aim is to be a catalyst in your journey of self-discovery, helping you identify your strengths, overcome challenges, and achieve your personal and professional goals.
My sessions are available in both English and Afrikaans.
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Therapy Services
Comprehensive, evidence-based therapeutic support tailored to your unique needs and circumstances.
Individual Therapy
Embark on a journey of personal growth and self-discovery with Individual Therapy in Sandton. Tailored to meet your unique needs, I offer a supportive space for exploring and resolving personal challenges.
Learn more →Therapy for Adolescents
Adolescence is a time of significant change and growth. My teen therapy service is designed to support your adolescent in navigating these crucial years, focusing on self-esteem, identity, and peer pressure.
Learn more →Anxiety Disorders
Addressing the spectrum of anxiety-related conditions, from generalised anxiety and panic attacks to specific phobias. I offer strategies to manage anxiety and reduce symptoms through CBT and mindfulness.
Learn more →Personality Dynamics & Functioning
Understanding personality traits through standardised assessments, facilitating a deeper understanding of behaviours, cognition, feelings and interpersonal dynamics for personal growth.
Learn more →Trauma
Trauma quietly influences how we live, love, and understand the world. I offer a safe and empathetic environment to unpack past events using integrative approaches for healing and recovery.
Learn more →Neurodiversity
Embracing neurodiversity and individual uniqueness. Support for Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Dyslexia, and other learning disorders with strategies for navigating daily challenges.
Learn more →Mood Disorders
Integrative and personalised therapeutic support for major depressive disorder, persistent depressive disorder and mood-related challenges, focusing on mood stabilisation and emotional health.
Learn more →LGBTIAQ+ Mental Health
A welcoming and affirming space for LGBTIAQ+ individuals, offering support for self-acceptance, dealing with discrimination, relationship issues, and mental health concerns specific to the queer community.
Learn more →Men’s Mental Health
Addressing the unique psychological needs of men, tackling issues like emotional expression, stress management, relationship dynamics, and the impact of societal and environmental pressures.
Learn more →Professional Development & Workshops
Board Examination Preparation
Assisting up-and-coming counselling psychologists as they prepare for the HPCSA board examination. Drawing from personal experience and expertise, I provide personalised guidance, effective study strategies, and a deep dive into essential psychological concepts.
Study Skills & Time Management Workshop
Tailored techniques for learners and tertiary students to improve study and time management skills, catering to individual learning styles. Five structured sessions covering practical strategies for academic success.
Online Therapy
I offer professional and compassionate online therapy to support your mental health from the comfort of your home. Whether you are navigating stress, anxiety, relationships, or personal growth, I provide a safe, confidential space to help you thrive.
For those who cannot attend in person, online sessions allow you to connect with a psychologist in Sandton, no matter where you are.
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My Treatment Approaches
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
Helps you notice complex thoughts without getting stuck in them, clarify your values, and take committed steps. Expect mindfulness exercises, skills practice, and gentle coaching to build a richer, more flexible life.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Results-focused CBT to help you recognise unhelpful patterns, test beliefs, and build practical skills. Sessions are collaborative, structured, and goal-oriented, giving you clear strategies for anxiety, mood, and stress.
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
Combines mindfulness with CBT techniques to reduce rumination and relapse. Learn to anchor attention, unhook from spirals, and respond skilfully to stress through breath work, body scans, and everyday mindful habits.
Jungian Therapy
Explores the unconscious through dreams, symbols, and archetypes to illuminate hidden patterns shaping your present. This depth-oriented approach invites reflection, imagination, and integration for a more coherent sense of self.
Narrative Therapy
Views problems as separate from you. Together, we map how a story took hold, find exceptions, and strengthen preferred identities. By re-authoring your narrative, you reclaim choice and momentum aligned with what matters.