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:
Art Therapy
A form of therapy that uses visual art-making (drawing, painting, sculpture) as a means of expression and emotional processing.
Learn more about Art TherapyChild Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.
Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.
Clinical Supervision
Professional oversight and reflective practice for clinical practitioners, ensuring quality of care and supporting ongoing development.
Play Therapy
A therapy for children that uses play as a natural form of communication, allowing them to express feelings and process difficult experiences.
Learn more about Play TherapyPrevention
Programmes aimed at preventing mental health problems before they develop, through education, early intervention, and resilience building.
Psychotherapy
In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.
Learn more about PsychotherapyFamily 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:
Life Transitions
Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.
Learn more about Life TransitionsAnxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
Learn more about AnxietyRelationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
Learn more about Relationship IssuesADHD / Attention
A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.
Learn more about ADHD / AttentionChild Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.
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.
Learn more about Mood DisorderStress / 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).
Learn more about Stress / BurnoutParenting Support
Guidance for the psychological challenges of raising children, including discipline, communication, co-parenting, and managing the emotional demands of parenthood.
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.
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:
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
New Zealand Psychologists Board (NZPB)
Clinical Psychologist
Qualifications
University of Pretoria
Stellenbosch University
Service Areas
Orewa, Auckland, New Zealand