Anet

Mrs Anet Pistorius, MA

Clinical Psychologist

“I am a Clinical Psychologist in private practice, assisting individuals, couple's and families in trouble and seeking peace of mind”

About Me

I am a Clinical Psychologist based in Brooklyn, Gauteng, South Africa. I help you address abuse, conduct problems, mood disorders, and LGBTQI+ concerns. I offer online therapy, psychotherapy, adolescent therapy, family therapy, and adoption assessments.

Approach

I was trained at the University of Pretoria in the Psychodynamic framework. As the years passed by and working in different settings, I developed an eclectic approach which incorporates a Systems and Solution focused approach, as well as elements of Cognitive Behavior Therapy.

I strongly believe that change can be facilitated in a warm, non-judgemental and mutually congruent space, in other words client-centered. I believe that people are inherently motivated towards positive psychological functioning.

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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families.

All sexual orientations are welcome.

Services Offered:

  • Online Therapy

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

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  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

  • Psychology

    The scientific study and clinical practice of understanding the mind, emotions, and behaviour, applied to promote healthier functioning.

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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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  • Adolescent Therapy

    Therapy designed for teenagers, using age-appropriate methods to address issues like anxiety, identity, peer pressure, and family conflict.

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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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  • 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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  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Couples
  • Families
  • 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.

  • Behaviour or Conduct Issues

    Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.

  • Grief & Loss

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

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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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  • LGBTQI+ Support

    The unique psychological experiences of LGBTQI+ individuals, including identity exploration, coming out, discrimination, minority stress, and relationship dynamics.

  • Relationship Issues

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

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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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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: PS0033278

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Qualifications

Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology

University of Pretoria

Year: 1992

Service Areas

Anet Pistorius

In-person & Online

Brooklyn

Pretoria, Gauteng

South Africa

Brooklyn, Pretoria, South Africa