Thirushni Chanel

Miss Thirushni Chanel Sam

Counseling Psychologist

“I am an experienced Counselling Psychologist with a demonstrated history of working in the education sector. I am particularly passionate about working with adolescents and young adults. Therapy can be useful to explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe space free of judgement.”

About Me

I am passionate about supporting adolescents and young adults. Drawing on my experience within the education sector, I offer a calm, judgement-free space. Here, you can truly explore your thoughts and feelings without pressure. We can work together to navigate the unique challenges of your stage of life, building clarity and confidence. This is a place where you can feel understood and find your way forward.

Approach

I keep sessions paced to match your rhythm, inviting honesty while focusing on small, practical steps toward change. In Cape Town and online, in English, sessions blend reflective dialogue with targeted exercises that help you notice patterns, manage strong feelings and shift unhelpful behaviours between meetings. I take a collaborative, coaching-minded stance—offering structured tools, gentle experimentation and clear feedback so progress feels tangible. This way of working often suits young people seeking clearer direction, steadier emotional control and growing confidence.
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Basic Information

Services

Services Offered:

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    Brain Working Recursive Therapy

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

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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.

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    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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Works With:

  • •Adolescents
  • •Adults

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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    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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    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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    Anger

    An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.

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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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    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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    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.

Professional Title:

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    Counseling Psychologist

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

Qualifications

University of Fort Hare

Registrations

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

Counseling Psychologist

Service Area

Thirushni Sam

In-person & Online

Claremont

Cape Town, Western Cape

South Africa