Kim

Ms Kim Abrahams

Social Worker (Mental Health)

I am an experienced, compassionate and holistic therapist who works with children, teens, families and adults.

About Me

As a mental health social worker, I offer compassionate, holistic support for individuals and families navigating life's complexities. My experience spans working with children, teens, and adults, creating a safe, understanding space for unique needs. I believe in empowering clients to find their path forward. Those seeking a balanced approach to well-being will find a dedicated partner in their journey towards healing and personal growth.

Approach

Guided by that commitment, I focus on clear, practical steps that suit each family's rhythm while honouring individual needs. Sessions in Cape Town and online move at a gentle, goal-oriented pace: we explore worries, map patterns from trauma, grief or mood shifts, and use play, talk and creative tasks for younger clients. I collaborate on small, achievable actions between sessions to build safety, coping skills and stronger relationships. People seeking steady, compassionate support often find this way of working helpful.
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Basic Information

Services


Services Offered:

  • Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.

  • 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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  • Child Protection

    Services focused on safeguarding children from abuse, neglect, or harm, including assessment, intervention, and family support.

  • 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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  • Family Therapy

    A form of therapy that works with family members together to improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen relationships within the family system.

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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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  • Play Therapy

    A therapy for children that uses play as a natural form of communication, allowing them to express feelings and process difficult experiences.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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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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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Children
  • Families
  • Individuals
  • Parents
  • Under Fives

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.

  • 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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  • Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.

  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Divorce Counseling

    Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.

  • Online Therapy

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

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  • Suicidal Thoughts

    Thoughts about ending one's own life, ranging from passive wishes to active plans. This is a sign of severe emotional distress that requires professional support.

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Professional Title:

  • Social Worker (Mental Health)

    A social worker specialising in mental health, providing therapy, case management, and support for people with psychological conditions.

Qualifications


University of Cape Town

Registrations


South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP)

Social Worker

Service Area


Mindful Psychology

In-person & Online

Claremont

Cape Town, Western Cape

South Africa