Anel

Anel Grobler

Psychotherapist

“Experienced individual and group psychotherapist (Group Analyst)”

About Me

As an experienced Psychotherapist and Group Analyst, I am passionate about collaborative thinking in both individual and group contexts. Together, we explore what approach - individual or group - will be most effective and suitable for you. I firmly believe in the collective nature of our experiences, always considering the social context even during individual therapy sessions. In the group, we work to strengthen both the individual and the group, resulting in a better integration of the individual with their social network. My work experience include 20 years of working in Mental health in private and public hospital and other settings, as well as private practice. I started my career in the UK where I worked as an Occupational Therapist and was introduced to Group Analysis in London. I continued my Group Analytic studies when I returned to South Africa and was able to learn about the capacity that groups offer in a rich and diverse environment. This has shaped my belief in and passion for the variety of experiences that groups offer. I have been involved in training of group psychotherapists, support and community workers (and others interested in group work) over the last 10 yrs and provide supervision both for individuals and groups - using the group as a medium to inform our understanding of the work.

Approach

I work from a group‑analytic perspective, which means understanding each person within their wider context. We look at how things make sense rather than at what is ‘broken’—while still acknowledging that life can feel very broken at times. When we’re able to see and locate ourselves in our context, navigating our experiences becomes far less confusing.
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Basic Information

Services

Individual and Group Psychotherapy.

Group therapy is not only as effective as individual therapy, but sometimes more so, and it’s more cost-effective. In this supportive group environment (of Group Analytic Psychotherapy), you can explore your relationships with yourself, others, and the world. Have you noticed recurring roles or patterns in your relationships? Through open discussion, we can unpack these familiar yet unseen patterns, both personally and collectively.

By the crowd they have been broken, by the crowd they shall be healed. - Cody Marsh

Services Offered:

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    Clinical Supervision

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

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    Group Therapy

    Therapy conducted with a small group of people who share similar concerns, using peer interaction and diverse perspectives as part of the healing process.

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    Psychotherapy

    In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.

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Works With:

  • •Adults
  • •Groups
  • •Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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    ADHD / Attention Difficulties

    A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.

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    Anxiety

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

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    Depression

    A mood disorder marked by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and changes in energy, sleep, or appetite that impair daily functioning.

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    Dream Work

    The exploration of dream content (themes, symbols, and emotions) to gain insight into unconscious feelings, conflicts, and desires.

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    Grief, Loss & Bereavement

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss, varying widely in duration and expression.

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    Identity & Self-Image

    A person's sense of who they are, including their values, beliefs, roles, and self-perception, and the distress that arises when this sense is unclear, fragmented, or negative.

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    Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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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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    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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Professional Title:

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    Psychotherapist

    A professional trained to provide in-depth therapy that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting change.

Qualifications

University of Pretoria

Inst of Group Analysis / Ububele

Registrations

Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Occupational Therapy

Service Area

Therapy Room

In-person & Online

Macgregor

Canberra, ACT

Australia