Carin-Lee

Mrs Carin-Lee Masters, MA

Clinical Psychologist

“Experienced licensed psychotherapist; Patient centred, psychoanalytic psychotherapy, culturally sensitive; Medium/long term therapy.”

About Me

As an experienced clinical psychologist, Carin-Lee Masters guides individuals to explore deep-seated patterns shaping their lives. Her patient-centred psychoanalytic psychotherapy invites a profound understanding of past experiences. This medium to long-term approach fosters lasting change within a safe, culturally sensitive space. She is a good match for those seeking in-depth self-discovery and a truly inclusive therapeutic relationship.

Approach

Gentle curiosity guides how I help you trace the habits and feelings that shape daily life, turning attention to moments that feel stuck or repeating. Sessions — in Cape Town or online, in English or Afrikaans — move at a considered, reflective pace, balancing listening, interpretation and practical focus so you can test new ways of relating between meetings. We follow emotional themes, early attachments and trauma with steady pacing and occasional short tasks to deepen awareness. This way suits people seeking sustained, thoughtful change.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Clinical Supervision

    Professional oversight and reflective practice for clinical practitioners, ensuring quality of care and supporting ongoing development.

  • Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Psychodynamic Therapy

    A therapy that explores how past experiences and unconscious patterns shape current feelings, relationships, and behaviour.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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  • Ukraine Aid

    Mental health support specifically for people affected by the conflict in Ukraine, including refugees, displaced families, and those experiencing war trauma.

Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Elderly
  • Individuals
  • Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Personality Difficulties

    Long-standing patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating to others that cause persistent distress or problems in relationships and daily life.

Professional Title:

  • Clinical Psychologist

    An advanced mental health professional trained to assess and treat a wide range of difficulties, from anxiety and depression to trauma and complex conditions.

Credentials

Registrations

Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)

Clinical Psychologist

Registration: PS0091057

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Qualifications

Bachelor of Social Science

Rhodes University

Year: 2005

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology

Rhodes University

Year: 2005

Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology

Rhodes University

Year: 2005

Service Areas

Psychotherapy Private Practice near Constantiaberg Medi-Clinic

In-person & Online

Cape Town, Western Cape

South Africa

Cape Town, South Africa