Ms Sumayyah Khan, MA

Clinical Psychologist

“I believe in transparency and integrity, and providing the best service for every individual, or family I see.”

About Me

I believe in honesty and integrity, providing the best service for every person I see. My goal is to create a truly supportive space where you feel heard and respected. I am dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges with genuine care. Those seeking a straightforward, dedicated, and deeply committed approach will find a good match here.

Approach

Transparent communication shapes how I work: we agree on clear goals, regular check-ins and honest feedback so progress stays visible. In sessions in Cape Town or online in English, I balance focused structure with space for your story — brief practical experiments, clear observations and collaborative problem-solving guide our pace. With children and adolescents I build concise assessment moments and family-focused conversations to pinpoint strengths and small, achievable steps between meetings. Those wanting a direct, dependable way of working often find this steady and empowering.

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Basic Information

Cape Town, South Africa

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

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

Adolescents
Children
Families
Individuals
Parents

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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Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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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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ADHD / Attention
A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.
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Autism (ASD)
A neurodevelopmental condition affecting social communication, sensory processing, and behaviour patterns, with a wide range of presentations and strengths.
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.
Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.

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.