Ms Anelda Huisamen (Kloppers)
Clinical Psychologist
“Senior clinical psychologist, having worked in the field of play therapy and clinical psychology for a combined 15 years. Primarily trained in insight-orientated (psychodynamic) psychotherapy, I integrate my comprehensive training in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), CBT, Parent Guidance and Art Therapy.”
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I’m a senior clinical psychologist, having worked in the field of play therapy and clinical psychology for a combined 12 years.
Primarily trained in insight-orientated (psychodynamic) psychotherapy, I integrate my comprehensive training in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Art Therapy, Play Therapy and Attachment-Based Interventions as required.
As an accredited and experienced Mindfulness Teacher, I can support clients with Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. General assessments and treatment recommendations are also provided.
I have a special interest in tailoring interventions to families, assisting:
- children from 4 years old,
- teenagers and adolescents,
- as well as assisting with the relationships between parents and their children.
Currently, individual therapy or family/ parent-child therapy and assessments are primarily offered, with occasional DBT groups and parenting groups being run upon request.
My office is based at the Orewa House, a Health and Wellness Centre, set in a beautiful, tranquil location just off the Hibiscus Coast Highway, on the edge of the Alice Eaves Scenic Reserve. Walnut Cafe is next door for a quick coffee or appreciating the river.
If you want to know more or make an appointment, feel free to contact me.
Services Offered:
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Art Therapy
A form of therapy that uses visual art-making (drawing, painting, sculpture) as a means of expression and emotional processing.
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Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.
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Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.
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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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Play Therapy
A therapy for children that uses play as a natural form of communication, allowing them to express feelings and process difficult experiences.
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Prevention
Programmes aimed at preventing mental health problems before they develop, through education, early intervention, and resilience building.
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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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Family Therapy
A form of therapy that works with family members together to improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen relationships within the family system.
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Works With:
- •Adolescents
- •Children
- •Families
- •Parents
- •Under Fives
Area of Expertise
Scope of Practice:
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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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Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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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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ADHD / Attention
A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.
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Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.
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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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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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Parenting Support
Guidance for the psychological challenges of raising children, including discipline, communication, co-parenting, and managing the emotional demands of parenthood.
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Personal Development
The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.
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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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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.
Qualifications
University of Pretoria
Stellenbosch University
Registrations
New Zealand Psychologists Board (NZPB)
Clinical Psychologist