Riaan

Dr Riaan Olivier

Clinical Psychologist

“Medical aid rates, private, cognitive behavioural therapy and neuropsychological assessment”

About Me

As a Clinical Psychologist, I offer a clear, practical path to understanding and managing your mental well-being. I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to help you explore thought patterns and build effective coping strategies. For deeper understanding, I conduct neuropsychological assessments, providing insights into your cognitive strengths. My aim is to create a supportive space, guiding you to navigate challenges and find a way forward. This approach suits those seeking practical tools and clarity.

Approach

Practical steps shape how we work together: sessions are focused, goal-oriented and paced to your needs, with clear agendas and small, usable tasks between meetings. In Cape Town I offer sessions in English or Afrikaans and blend CBT with targeted neuropsych testing when memory, attention or brain injury affect daily life, so we link thinking patterns to real-world function. You can expect straightforward feedback, collaborative problem-solving and measurable progress; this way of working suits people who want clear, usable change.
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Basic Information

In-person

Services

Services Offered:

  • Medico-Legal

    The intersection of psychology and law, involving psychological assessments and expert reports for legal proceedings such as personal injury, custody, or disability claims.

  • Neuro & Psychological Assessment

    A comprehensive evaluation of brain function, memory, attention, and thinking skills to help diagnose neurological or psychological conditions.

  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

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

  • CBT

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

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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Addiction

    A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

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  • Alzheimer's / Dementia

    A progressive brain disease that causes memory loss, confusion, and decline in thinking skills, eventually affecting the ability to carry out everyday tasks.

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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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  • ADHD / Attention

    A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that 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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  • Brain Injury

    Damage to the brain caused by external trauma or internal events (e.g., stroke), which can affect cognition, emotions, personality, and physical abilities.

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  • Memory Problems

    Difficulties with retaining or recalling information, which may be related to ageing, brain injury, neurological conditions, stress, or psychological factors.

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.

Service Areas

Dr Riaan Olivier

In-person

Goodwood

Cape Town, Western Cape

South Africa