Dr Bonita Gordon

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

“I specialize in providing therapy for family-related, work-related trauma and employee well-being. Through collaborative sessions and personalized treatment plans, clients typically experience a gradual improvement in symptoms within the first month, with sustained progress thereafter.”

About Me

I specialise in guiding clients through the impact of family-related and work-related trauma. I also support overall employee well-being. My approach focuses on processing difficult experiences in a collaborative space. Together, we craft a personalised treatment plan. Clients seeking steady, reliable progress will find this approach beneficial. Improvement often begins within the first month, leading to sustained well-being.

Approach

Clients often arrive wanting steady, reliable progress, and I guide that by setting a clear, collaborative rhythm that balances emotional processing with practical next steps. Based in Cape Town, I offer sessions in English and Afrikaans and flexible online options so therapy fits around work and family demands. Sessions combine focused in-room work, short between-session practices, and occasional assessments to map change using values-led exercises and family-focused conversations. This steady, practice-oriented pace suits people navigating workplace strain, family wounds, or burnout.

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Basic Information

Cape Town, South Africa

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
A form of therapy that teaches acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while guiding action aligned with personal values.
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Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.
Coaching
A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.
Corporate Workshops
Mental health and well-being workshops delivered in workplace settings, covering topics like stress management, resilience, and communication.
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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Wellness Support
Holistic support focused on overall well-being, including stress management, lifestyle balance, and building sustainable healthy habits.
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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Training
Professional development programmes for mental health practitioners, including workshops, courses, and continuing education.

Works With:

Couples
Families
Individuals
Organisations

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.
Addiction
A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.
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Anger
An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.
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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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Autism (ASD)
A neurodevelopmental condition affecting social communication, sensory processing, and behaviour patterns, with a wide range of presentations and strengths.
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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Trauma Therapy
Therapeutic approaches specifically designed to help people process and recover from traumatic experiences.
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Professional Title:

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
A therapist licensed to work with couples and families on relationship difficulties, communication, and family dynamics.