Mr Charles Persence
Practitioner Psychologist
“A seasoned Psychologist offering confidential online services on secure, safe, private platform; adults; couples”
About Me
Approach
Short-term solution focused
Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Client-centered(Carl Rogers)
Eco-systemic
Rational-Emotive Therapy (RET)
Narrative Therapy
Motivational Interviewing (Substance Abuse)
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Services
Comprehensive range of psychological services offered during the COVID-19 period and beyond on safe and secure online digital platforms.
Electronic psychometric assessments available (in respect of career):
- Interests
- Personality
- Values Scale
- EQ-i 2.0 (Emotional Intelligence) -full report and workbook provided electronically)
Services Offered:
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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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Psychometric Testing
Standardised tests that measure cognitive abilities, personality traits, or emotional functioning, used to support diagnosis and inform treatment.
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Conflict Management
Structured approaches to resolving disputes and improving communication between people in conflict, whether in relationships, families, or workplaces.
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Counseling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
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Trauma Counseling
Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.
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Wellness Support
Holistic support focused on overall well-being, including stress management, lifestyle balance, and building sustainable healthy habits.
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Relationship Counseling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
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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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Psychoeducation
Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.
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Works With:
- •Adolescents
- •Children
- •Couples
- •Families
- •Organisations
Area of Expertise
Scope of Practice:
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Abuse
Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.
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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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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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Career Issues
Work-related difficulties such as chronic dissatisfaction, conflict, burnout, uncertainty about direction, or the stress of career change.
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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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Child Behaviour
Behavioural difficulties in children, such as tantrums, aggression, withdrawal, or defiance, that signal emotional distress or developmental needs.
Professional Title:
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Practitioner Psychologist
A psychologist registered to practise in a specific applied domain such as clinical, counselling, forensic, or educational psychology.
Qualifications
UZ
University of Cape Town
Registrations
Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Psychologist