Sharon

Mrs Sharon Hoek, MA

Clinical Psychologist

“I work with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, loss, trauma, phobias and personal growth. I use BWRT, Cognitive Therapy, ACT and Client Centred approaches.”

About Me

I help individuals navigate the complexities of anxiety, depression, and the lasting impact of grief or trauma. My client-centred approach ensures we move at your unique pace. I use techniques from Cognitive Therapy, ACT and BWRT therapies and apply an integrative approach. I provide practical tools to understand and shift unhelpful patterns. This fosters a space where you can find clarity, insight and build lasting coping skills.

Approach

When depression, anxiety, grief or stress feel overwhelming, I help you slow the pace to notice what keeps the loop running and open small, manageable shifts that fit your life. I offer sessions in English from the Cape, South Africa, and online. Sessions are collaborative and paced to your comfort: Cognitive reframing and acceptance-based practices with gentle tracking between sessions. This approach suits adults seeking clear, steady progress at their own tempo.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Depression Anxiety Stress Grief and Loss Burnout Trauma Phobias Dealing wth lifes challenges Life transitions

Services Offered:

  • Brain Working Recursive Therapy

    A therapy that works with the brain's natural response patterns to change unwanted reactions before they reach conscious awareness.

  • Relationship Counseling

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

  • 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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  • 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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  • Stress Management

    Techniques and strategies for managing the body and mind's response to excessive demands, including relaxation, cognitive restructuring, and lifestyle changes.

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Works With:

  • Adults
  • 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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  • Cancer Support

    The psychological and emotional impact of a cancer diagnosis on the individual and their loved ones, including fear, grief, and adjustment to treatment.

  • 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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  • Grief, Loss & Bereavement

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss, varying widely in duration and expression.

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  • Phobias

    Intense, irrational fears of specific objects or situations, such as flying, heights, or spiders, that lead to avoidance and limit daily life.

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  • Women's Issues

    Psychological challenges more commonly experienced by women, including gender-based stress, reproductive health concerns, body image, caregiving burden, and societal expectations.

  • Young Adult Issues

    The unique psychological challenges of emerging adulthood (18–25), including identity formation, independence, relationship navigation, and finding direction.

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  • Self-Esteem

    A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.

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  • Life Transitions

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

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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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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.

Credentials

Registrations

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

Clinical Psychologist

Registration: PS0049409

Qualifications

Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology

University of Cape Town and University of Port Elizabeth

Year: 1994

Chartered Clinical Psychologist (UK)

British Psychological Society

Year: 1996

Memberships

British Psychological Society (BPS)

Full Member

Service Areas

Corner Health, 19 Recreation road, Fish Hoek and Kenilworth Practice

In-person & Online

Fish Hoek

Cape, Cape

South Africa

Fish Hoek, Cape, South Africa