Damaris

Miss Damaris Motlhapamaswi

Psychological Counselor

“The Therapist works in a conducive environment that is confidential and has privacy. ”

About Me

You'll find a private, confidential space here, designed for open conversation. As the Professional I offer a non-judgmental, holistic, and multicultural approach to support your unique journey. This means all parts of your experience are welcome, fostering understanding and growth. I welcome individuals from all backgrounds, helping you explore concerns in a safe, respectful setting.

Approach

You’ll enter a quiet space where confidentiality is prioritised, and I attend to cultural and whole-person concerns as we explore what matters to you. I offer in-person sessions in Johannesburg and online, and I work in English and several local languages so you can speak in the words that feel most natural. Sessions move at your pace—assessment and collaborative planning shape short-term goals, practical coping tools, and careful trauma work, with simple exercises to try between meetings. Adolescents, parents and couples often find this steady, respectful way of working helpful.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Therapy Individual Counselling Marital/Couple Counselling Family Therapy Group Therapy Psychometric Assessment (Career,Subject Choice, School Placement) Medico Legal Services (RAF)

Services Offered:

  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

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

  • Child / Adolescent Therapy

    Therapy for children and teenagers using age-appropriate methods, such as play, art, or adapted talk therapy, to address emotional and behavioural difficulties.

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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.

  • 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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  • Relationship Counseling

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

  • Learning Support

    Specialised assistance for children or adults with learning difficulties, building strategies to succeed in education and daily tasks.

  • Training

    Professional development programmes for mental health practitioners, including workshops, courses, and continuing education.

  • Addiction Counselling

    Counselling specifically focused on substance use or behavioural addictions, addressing the psychological drivers and patterns of dependence.

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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Children
  • Communities
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Groups
  • Individuals
  • Organisations
  • Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • Career Issues

    Work-related difficulties such as chronic dissatisfaction, conflict, burnout, uncertainty about direction, or the stress of career change.

  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

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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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  • Learning or Development Difficulties

    Conditions that affect a person's ability to acquire, process, or apply information, such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, or intellectual disability, impacting education and daily life.

  • Relationship Counseling

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

Professional Title:

  • Psychological Counselor

    A counselor who applies psychological principles to help clients with emotional, relational, and personal difficulties.

Credentials

Registrations

Health Professions Council of South Africa

Licensed Psychologist

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Qualifications

University of Limpopo

University of Johannesburg

Service Areas

Damaris Psycho-social wellness Centre

In-person & Online

Glen marais

Kempton Park, Gauteng 1620

South Africa

Glen marais, Kempton Park, South Africa