Couples Counsellors in Cape Town

I aim to create a space that feels steady, respectful, and real, where you can think, feel and begin making sense of things in your own way.

I'm here to support individuals facing challenges such as addiction, anxiety, neurodivergence, personality disorders, and trauma. What makes my approach unique is my commitment to equipping clients with practical tools that resonate long after our sessions end.

With an interest in child and family work, specifically with developmental delays and learning difficulties and well as parental support.

Senior Counsellor and Mental Health & Corporate Wellness Specialist with 6+ years of experience delivering evidence-based therapy across clinical, corporate, and online settings. Proven track record of 400+ sessions with measurable improvements in client outcomes. Skilled in CBT, person-centered therapy, and biopsychosocial assessment, with expertise in anxiety, stress, and resilience development. Founder of an international wellness initiative focused on accessible, high-impact mental health support.

I offer a range of theraputic interventions including individual therapy, couples therapy, play therapy, remedial and DBT.

I am a HPCSA registered counsellor and accredited divorce mediator, with a special interest in families, couples and divorce mediation.

I am a bubbly, open-minded and empathetic individual with a strive to challenge the stigma around mental health and have a positive impact on those around me. I have experience with a diverse range of issues and ages., and am passionate about empowering my clients to become the healthiest versions of themselves.

I am a Counsellor, Choice Coach, Mediator & Parenting Coordinator with a passion for helping people understand WHY they do what they do, so they can make more conscious, responsible choices. As a Certified Practitioner in Choice Theory®, Reality Therapy®, and Lead Management, I use an integrated approach to support individuals, couples, families, and organisations in creating meaningful and lasting change.

Every person’s life, feelings, and experiences are unique. That’s why my approach to counselling is tailored to your individual needs. In our first few sessions, we’ll focus on understanding your world, how you experience it, how you feel about the people in it, and what matters most to you. This helps me build a clear picture of your inner landscape. We’ll also explore your goals and expectations for therapy, recognising that beginning this journey takes courage, commitment, and patience — with yourself and with the process.

I approach our sessions holistically by working with nervous system regulation, breathwork, guided visualisations - body, mind, emotion connection. I use mindfulness-meditation, with CBT tools in my practice to help ground you in the present moment. We'll look at how your past has impacted your present and, how your thoughts affect your emotions, behaviour and experience.

Registered Counsellor (HPCSA) working with adults and pairs/couples in the Cape Town City Bowl area as well as online. I work with clients navigating emotional challenges, life transitions, and identity shifts—supporting psychological integration, resilience, and more intentional ways of living. www.yvettesmit.com

I work with people from all walks of life who are navigating the ups and downs of being human. If you're feeling stressed, grieving, or just trying to figure out your next chapter, I’m here to help. I provide a supportive space where we can tackle your challenges together.