Ms Simone Friess

Clinical Psychologist

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“Psychotherapy should foster a better understanding of oneself and of other people and the ability to translate insight into meaningful change. As one will be better equipped to deal with challenges in future, one's general competence and self confidence grows, personal relationships and work life will benefit and one will feel more in control again. ”

About Me

I have worked as a psychotherapist for over 25 years. Depending on the person my approach would vary. For some more clearly defined problems a short-term practical approach is suitable. I would support the client to deal with his or her difficult situation and to find solutions which will work best in that particular life setting. For more complex issues which have persisted over a long time it is necessary to explore and address the underlying reasons in order to achieve long-term improvement. Therapy should provide a safe and professional space from where to start a journey with the aim to find more balance and greater enjoyment and meaning in life again.

Approach

In my work I combine elements of the systemic and psychodynamic therapy orientations. The systemic approach sees a person in the context of our relationships and present life situation. It aims to utilize our existing resources and uses a variety of practical techniques to work on solutions in the here and now. The psychodynamic approach gives room to explore the underlying internal and external dynamics; how these influence our emotions and behaviour and how our personal history has shaped our personalities.

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Basic Information

Cape Town, South Africa

In-person & Online

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Services

I see adults for individual short term or long term therapy, whether for crisis management, dealing with acute problems or life change or for personal growth and development. I also work with couples who are going through a difficult time, or who want to affirm their relationship. I also have an interest in families and consult with parents about parenting issues. I have worked with a range of problems, the most common are around depression and anxiety; but often involve relationship or family issues, stress and burnout, a lack of confidence, difficult life choices, trauma, anger management, loss and grief, body image issues, eating disorder, ADHD and women's and men's issues.

Services Offered:

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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Psychotherapy
In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.
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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.
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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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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Psychodynamic Therapy
A therapy that explores how past experiences and unconscious patterns shape current feelings, relationships, and behaviour.
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Works With:

Couples
Families
Individuals

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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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.
Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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Stress / Burnout
The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).
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Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
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Body Image
How a person perceives, thinks, and feels about their physical appearance. When persistently negative, it can drive distress, avoidance, and disordered eating.
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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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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)

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Qualifications

Diplom in Systemischer Therapie und Beratung

Context Institut Berlin

Year: 1992

Diplom Psychologin

Technische Universitaet Berlin

Year: 1992

Memberships

The Cape Town Society of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (CTSPP)

Full Member

Service Areas

Camps Bay Psychotherapy Practice

In-person & Online

Camps Bay

Cape Town, Western Cape

South Africa

Camps Bay, Cape Town, South Africa