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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Online Only
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:
Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.
Psychometric Testing
Standardised tests that measure cognitive abilities, personality traits, or emotional functioning, used to support diagnosis and inform treatment.
Conflict Management
Structured approaches to resolving disputes and improving communication between people in conflict, whether in relationships, families, or workplaces.
Counseling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
Learn more about CounselingTrauma 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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Holistic support focused on overall well-being, including stress management, lifestyle balance, and building sustainable healthy habits.
Relationship Counseling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
Learn more about Online TherapyPsychoeducation
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:
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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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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Work-related difficulties such as chronic dissatisfaction, conflict, burnout, uncertainty about direction, or the stress of career change.
Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.
Child Behaviour
Behavioural difficulties in children, such as tantrums, aggression, withdrawal, or defiance, that signal emotional distress or developmental needs.
Professional Title:
Practitioner Psychologist
A psychologist registered to practise in a specific applied domain such as clinical, counselling, forensic, or educational psychology.
Credentials
Registrations
Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Psychologist
Qualifications
UZ
University of Cape Town