Leonie

Mrs Leonie Lubbe

Counseling Psychologist

I am a counselling psychologist in private practice. I work with adults and adolescents with all kinds of emotional problems, but I have a special interest in depression and anxiety.

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About Me

I support adults and adolescents as they navigate the complexities of their emotional world. When emotions feel overwhelming, I offer a grounded space to explore them openly. We can work together to understand what's happening and find clearer paths forward. My aim is for you to feel heard, finding new ways to manage life's challenges. This collaborative approach helps clients make sense of their experiences.

Approach

When you arrive, I create a steady, curious space where we name what's present and pace our work to what you can manage. Sessions in Parys or online, in English or Afrikaans, follow a gentle rhythm of check-ins, focused exploration and practical steps that fit your life. Between meetings we may try small experiments, short reflections or parenting checkpoints so learning continues outside the room, tailored to your individual concerns. This way of working suits people seeking clear, collaborative support and steady, achievable change.
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Basic Information

Not taking new referrals

Services


Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Anxiety, Depression

Services Offered:

  • 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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  • 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.

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  • Psychology

    The scientific study and clinical practice of understanding the mind, emotions, and behaviour, applied to promote healthier functioning.

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  • Psychotherapy

    In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.

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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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  • Coaching

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

  • 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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  • Wellness Support

    Holistic support focused on overall well-being, including stress management, lifestyle balance, and building sustainable healthy habits.

Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Couples
  • Individuals
  • Parents
  • Elderly

Area of Expertise


Scope of Practice:

  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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  • 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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  • 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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  • Body Image

    How a person perceives, thinks, and feels about their physical appearance. When persistently negative, it can drive distress, avoidance, and disordered eating.

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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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  • 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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  • Postnatal or Perinatal Depression

    Depression occurring during pregnancy or in the months following childbirth, affecting mood, energy, bonding with the baby, and daily functioning.

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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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  • Parenting Support

    Guidance for the psychological challenges of raising children, including discipline, communication, co-parenting, and managing the emotional demands of parenthood.

Professional Title:

  • Counseling Psychologist

    A psychologist who helps people with everyday life challenges (relationships, work stress, adjustment) as well as mental health conditions.

Qualifications


North-West University

Registrations


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

Counseling Psychologist

Service Area


Leonie Lubbe Private Practice

In-person & Online

Parys, Free State

South Africa

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