Miss Mariné Bierman, MA

Clinical Psychologist

“A compassionate clinical psychologist dedicated to empowering clients of all ages toward reaching their unique and personalized therapeutic goals. This is ensured by using an integrative, evidence-based approach tailored to the client's specific needs.”

About Me

I'm a registered Clinical Psychologist based in Sandton and online. I'm dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and curiosity. I strive to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients feel safe to explore their inner worlds and to work toward meaningful, lasting change.

Approach

I tailor each therapeutic journey to the unique needs and goals of the individual, drawing from a range of approaches including psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and integrative frameworks. Together, we'll find the style and pace that works best for you.

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Basic Information

Sandton, South Africa

In-person & Online

Services

"In all chaos there is a cosmos, in all disorder a secret order" - Carl Jung. At the heart of my work is the belief that within every experience of "disorder" or chaos lies a story, a pattern, and an opportunity for growth. I support clients in uncovering the underlying threads in their experiences, fostering greater self awareness and insight. With this deeper understanding, clients are better able to navigate challenges and cultivate emotional well-being. Therapy is collaborative and I am honored to walk alongside each person on their path toward healing and wholeness. I provide therapy in person and online, in Afrikaans and in English.

Services Offered:

Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.
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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Psychotherapy
In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.
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Group Therapy
Therapy conducted with a small group of people who share similar concerns, using peer interaction and diverse perspectives as part of the healing process.
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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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DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy)
A structured therapy that combines cognitive behavioural techniques with mindfulness, designed to help people regulate intense emotions, tolerate distress, and improve relationships.
Integrative Psychotherapy
An approach that draws on multiple therapeutic models, tailored to the individual, rather than following a single method.

Works With:

Adolescents
Adults
Children
Individuals
Groups
Organisations

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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Grief & Loss
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.
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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.
Suicide Bereavement or Crisis
The grief of losing someone to suicide, or being in a state of suicidal crisis oneself, both carrying unique psychological weight that differs from other forms of loss.
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Bipolar
A mood disorder involving episodes of mania (abnormally elevated mood and energy) alternating with episodes of depression, affecting judgement, sleep, and daily functioning.
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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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Identity & Self-Image
A person's sense of who they are, including their values, beliefs, roles, and self-perception, and the distress that arises when this sense is unclear, fragmented, or negative.
Life Transitions
Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.
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Personal Development
The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.
Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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Professional Title:

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.