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This page lists Psychiatrists in Johannesburg. 2 in all.
What a psychiatrist trained in, and what they can prescribe
Everyone on this page is listed under the professional title psychiatrist. A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who then specialised in mental health. Psychiatrists can prescribe medication.
Many also offer talking therapy. Psychiatrists tend to see people whose medical, psychological and social needs all come together.
Ask a practitioner's office what a first appointment covers. Ask what they need before you book.
What this page filters on
Nothing else narrows the list.
The Johannesburg page answers more questions about therapy there.
What therapy costs here
Do affordable options exist in Johannesburg?
The Family Life Centre - FAMSA Johannesburg. Phone +27 11 788 4784. Johannesburg residents can request an appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral to see a psychiatrist?
Ask the practice whether you need a referral before booking. Many health systems require a doctor's referral; some do not. How the appointment is paid for can change what is needed.
What happens at a first appointment?
A psychiatrist asks about the problem that brought you. They may also ask about your life, your thoughts and feelings, and your physical health. You can ask about any diagnosis, how the psychiatrist has made sense of your situation, and what the care plan is.
Will I be put on medication?
Not automatically. Many psychiatrists also offer talking therapy.
Medication helps in some situations. For moderate and severe depression, a psychiatrist may combine therapy with antidepressant medicine1. Ask what the options are, and what happens if you would rather not take medication.
Psychiatrist or psychologist?
Psychologists focus on psychological treatments.
Where medication is likely, or the picture is complicated, a psychiatrist is the usual route. For talking therapy alone, either can be a starting point. Many people see both.
Who registers therapists in South Africa?
The title you will see is Psychiatrist. Search the register by name at Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Check that the name and title match and that the entry is current. If they do not, ask the practitioner why.
In South Africa psychologists and social workers must be registered to practise. No statute protects the plain title counsellor.
Nearby places and related listings
- Black Female Psychologists in Johannesburg, two filters on the full Johannesburg psychologists list
- Black Male Psychologists in Johannesburg, two filters on the full Johannesburg psychologists list
- Male Psychologists in Johannesburg, one filter on the full Johannesburg psychologists list
- Female Psychologists in Johannesburg, one filter on the full Johannesburg psychologists list
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References
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Vincenzo (Enzo) Sinisi, Clinical Psychologist (HPCSA), Psychoanalyst (IPA/SAPA), Group Analyst (IGA)
