David

Prof David Edwards

Clinical Psychologist

“Certified as a therapist and trainer by the International Society of Schema therapy. My practice is currently full but I may be able to recommend someone.”

About Me

I am a Clinical Psychologist in Westlake, Western Cape, South Africa. I am a certified trainer in schema therapy. I mainly do longer term therapy (at least 3 months, usually longer) to help people with deep seated personality problems. This can help address such common problems as persistent depression, chronic anxiety (e.g. social anxiety, worrying, trauma-related etc), anger management, disordered eating , relationship difficulties and conflicts. I usually begin with a comprehensive assessment to get an understanding of the nature of your problems and the probable underlying causes.

Approach

Schema therapy is an integrative therapy that is designed for complex and difficult problems and draws on Process-experiential, Emotion-focused, Relational, Cognitive and Behavioural approaches.
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Basic Information

Services

I offer psychotherapy based on the schema therapy approach. I work in person and online

Services Offered:

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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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    Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

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

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    Schema Therapy

    A therapy that identifies deep, long-standing emotional patterns (schemas) formed in childhood and works to change the ones that cause recurring problems.

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Works With:

  • •Adolescents
  • •Couples
  • •Individuals
  • •Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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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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    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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    Personality Difficulties

    Long-standing patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating to others that cause persistent distress or problems in relationships and daily life.

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    PTSD

    Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a condition that develops after a traumatic event, causing flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness.

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    Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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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.

Professional Title:

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    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.

Qualifications

Rhodes University

Registrations

Health Professions Council Of South Africa (HPCSA); Board of Health Funders (BHF)

Clinical Psychologist

Memberships

British Psychological Society (BPS)

Associate Member

Service Area

Private Practice Office

In-person & Online

Westlake

Cape Town, Western Cape

South Africa