Cara

Ms Cara Gouws

Clinical Psychologist

“I am a Clinical Psychologist with a passion for guiding individuals on their of self-discovery and healing. I am committed to helping people uncover their inner-selves, inner child and navigate the intricate pathways of their lives.”

About Me

I am passionate about guiding individuals through self-discovery, helping them uncover their inner-selves and inner child. We explore past experiences together, understanding how they shape your present. This process helps you navigate life's intricate pathways with greater clarity. I aim to create a safe space where you can gently release old patterns and embrace healing.

Approach

Sessions unfold as a gentle exploration of the stories beneath your patterns, attending to early wounded parts while keeping attention on present life demands. I work in Pretoria and online, offering appointments in Afrikaans and English and pacing each encounter to your readiness. Through compassionate listening, careful assessment and reflective exercises we trace how past hurts influence relationships and choices, and I support practical steps you can try between meetings. People coping with abuse, relational pain or stuck patterns often find this approach steadying.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Chilhoodhood trauma Attachment disorders DBT Schema ACT

Services Offered:

  • Relationship Counseling

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

  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

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

  • 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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  • Online Therapy

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

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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Individuals
  • Children
  • Couples

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.

  • ADHD / Attention Difficulties

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

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  • 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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  • Suicidal Thoughts

    Thoughts about ending one's own life, ranging from passive wishes to active plans. This is a sign of severe emotional distress that requires professional support.

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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

Qualifications

University of South Africa (UNISA)

Service Areas

Private Practice

In-person & Online

Groenkloof

Pretoria, Gauteng

South Africa

Groenkloof, Pretoria, South Africa