Emile

Mr Emile Du Toit, MA

Psychologist

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I am an experienced, compassionate and versatile clinical psychologist working within the Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy paradigm. This model is results-based and highly effective. I believe that the path to healing and wellness lies in healing both psychological and physical problems. I consult both online and in person.

About Me

I'm a clinical psychologist based in Kirstenhof, Cape Town, with over 20 years in private practice. I work with adults, couples and older adolescents using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and related cognitive approaches (CBT, REBT, Schema Therapy, MBCT, ACT and DBT), tailored to the person rather than run off a manual. I help with anxiety, depression and mood disorders, trauma and bereavement, addiction (both substance and behavioural), relationship difficulties, and the stress of major life change. CBT is practical and focused; for many people, meaningful change comes within weeks, but I have the depth to work longer-term where it's needed. I see clients in person in Cape Town and online, and much of my work is now online. I also work with South Africans and other English-speaking expats living abroad, who value seeing someone who understands both the therapy and where they come from. Wherever you are in the world, sessions can be arranged around your time zone.

Approach

I am a Cognitive Therapist who is a skilled practitioner of various therapeutic areas within CBT. The various therapeutic areas within CBT that I offer are listed below. Ultimately, all these therapeutic disciplines operate within the same Cognitive Therapy model, with the same understanding of how issues are created and how we can resolve them. There is merely a slightly different emphasis, in some cases, or in others, an approach was developed to be able to obtain better results in certain areas of Cognitive Therapy. Modalities within Cognitive Therapy that I use in my practice include: - Cognitive Behaviour Therapy - Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy - Acceptance & Commitment Therapy - Rational Emotive Therapy - Schema Therapy - Dialectic Behaviour Therapy
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

As a clinical psychologist, I provide services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, groups and professionals. - Adult Therapy - Adolescent Psychotherapy - Life Coaching - Supervision - Groups and Lectures - Community-Based Projects

Services Offered:

  • ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)

    A form of therapy that teaches acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while guiding action aligned with personal values.

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  • Clinical Supervision

    Professional oversight and reflective practice for clinical practitioners, ensuring quality of care and supporting ongoing development.

  • Coaching

    A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.

  • Relationship Counseling

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

  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)

    A therapy combining mindfulness meditation with cognitive behavioural techniques, designed particularly to prevent relapse in depression.

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  • Addiction Counselling

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

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  • CBT

    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.

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  • Conflict Management

    Structured approaches to resolving disputes and improving communication between people in conflict, whether in relationships, families, or workplaces.

  • Online Therapy

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

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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
  • Adults
  • Couples
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • 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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  • Eating Disorders

    A group of conditions, including anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating, involving disturbed eating behaviours and a distorted relationship with food and body image.

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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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  • Alcohol Use / Addiction

    A pattern of alcohol consumption that has become harmful to a person's health, relationships, or ability to function day-to-day.

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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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  • Codependency

    A relational pattern in which a person's sense of identity and self-worth becomes excessively tied to caring for or controlling another person, often at their own expense.

  • Depression

    A mood disorder marked by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and changes in energy, sleep, or appetite that impair daily functioning.

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  • OCD

    Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, a condition involving unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours or rituals (compulsions) performed to relieve anxiety.

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  • Pornography or Sexual Behaviour Concerns

    Sexual behaviours, including pornography use, that feel compulsive, out of control, or are causing distress or harm to oneself or relationships.

Professional Title:

  • Psychologist

    A professional trained to assess and treat mental health conditions using evidence-based psychological methods.

Credentials

Registrations

Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) / Board pf Healthcare Funders

Clinical Psychologist

Registration: HPCSA PS0083291 / BHF 0201901

Qualifications

Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology

Rhodes University

Year: 2003

Service Areas

Blue Route Medical Suites

In-person & Online

Kirstenhof

Cape Town, Western Cape

South Africa

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Kirstenhof, Cape Town, South Africa