Yajnika

Ms Yajnika Pillay

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

“I strive to create a therapeutic space that feels safe, respectful and collaborative, where difficulties can be explored with care and curiosity, and where meaning can be made in ways that feel authentic to each individual.”

About Me

My work is grounded primarily in psychodynamic thinking, which means I approach therapy with a deep understanding of how our past experiences shape who we become. Every experience in your life has contributed to the person you are today- your values, emotional habits, and ways of relating to others. My training informs my approach to therapy: taking time to understand that history, while also holding an important question in mind: how do you want to live and relate differently going forward?

Approach

I also remain attentive to the broader contexts that shape our lives. Experiences of race, culture, political history and intergenerational trauma can profoundly influence how we understand ourselves and move through the world. Religion and spirituality are also areas of deep interest to me, and I welcome conversations about how these aspects of life shape one’s sense of meaning, identity and healing.
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Basic Information

Services

Services Offered:

Works With:

  • •Adolescents
  • •Adults
  • •Communities
  • •Elderly

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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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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    Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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    Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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    Spiritual Exploration

    Questions of meaning, purpose, faith, and spiritual experience as they relate to psychological well-being and personal identity.

Professional Title:

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    Licensed Clinical Psychologist

    A psychologist licensed to independently assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions.

Qualifications

M.A. in Clinical Psychology

Residency

University of the Witwatersrand

Year: 2024

Registrations

Health Professions Council of South Africa

Clinical Psychologist (PS)

Registration: PS 0160466

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Service Area

Bryanwood Therapy and Assessment Centre

In-person & Online

Bryanston, Sandton

Johannesburg, Gauteng

South Africa

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