Amy

Mrs Amy Holden

Counseling Psychologist

“I work with all age groups, and I follow a psychodynamic approach to therapy. I have a special interest in prenatal and antenatal care. However, ANYONE would benefit from therapy, and no topic is off bounds.”

About Me

I am a registered Counseling Psychologist based in Nottingham Road, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. I provide psychodynamic psychotherapy (in person and online), as well as child and adolescent psychological/emotional and diagnostic assessment.

Approach

I work from a holistic perspective, and believe that mind, body, heart and soul/spirit are interconnected. When change takes place in one area, the whole of a person begins to heal. My wish is for clients to connect to me, feel safe and supported to explore their true selves, cultivate self-awareness, and heal on all levels. I aim to be a helpful and compassionate presence in therapy, drawing on my own innate knowing and wisdom, in cohort with yours, as we discover and recover the many parts of you. I also have a special interest in women's health (particularly the womb), pregnancy, and postpartum. I am a registered 300 Hr yoga teacher and hold certification in healing with natural and complementary therapies (including essential oils, nutritional supplementation and Bach flower remedies). I am a Psychodynamic Practioner, and therefore work at a very deep, interpersonal level. I also ‘borrow’ from other approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy, narrative therapy, existentialism, dialogical self-theory etc. I believe that one's religion/spirituality and faith is a core part of healing and wholeness, and so this may be included in our therapy. The ultimate goals of therapy are individual, but reconnection to the self, restoration and harmony are helpful byproducts. Please contact me if you are looking for a personable, real, open and holistic minded Psychologist who you can work with long term. This is anywhere between 3 months and 3+ years.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

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Services

Psychologist offering in person or online psychotherapy to people of all ages, as well as psychological/ emotional/and psycho legal assessment.

Services Offered:

  • 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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  • Psychodynamic Therapy

    A therapy that explores how past experiences and unconscious patterns shape current feelings, relationships, and behaviour.

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  • Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.

  • Clinical Supervision

    Professional oversight and reflective practice for clinical practitioners, ensuring quality of care and supporting ongoing development.

  • 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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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Psychoanalysis

    An in-depth therapy that explores unconscious patterns, early experiences, and inner conflicts to produce lasting psychological change, typically involving frequent sessions.

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  • Spiritual or Faith-Based Counseling

    Counselling that integrates spiritual or religious beliefs into the therapeutic process for people who want faith to be part of their healing.

  • Somatic Psychotherapy

    A form of therapy focused on the connection between mind and body, using body awareness and movement to release held tension, trauma, and emotion.

  • Supervision & Training

    Combined clinical supervision and professional development for mental health practitioners building their skills and expertise.

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Works With:

  • All ages
  • Adults
  • Children
  • Individuals
  • Parents
  • Adolescents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • Life Transitions

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

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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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  • 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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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Parenting Support

    Guidance for the psychological challenges of raising children, including discipline, communication, co-parenting, and managing the emotional demands of parenthood.

  • Pregnancy & Fertility Issues

    The emotional and psychological dimensions of pregnancy, fertility treatment, pregnancy loss, or the transition to parenthood.

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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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  • Spiritual or Faith-Based Counseling

    Counselling that integrates spiritual or religious beliefs into the therapeutic process for people who want faith to be part of their healing.

  • 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:

  • Counseling Psychologist

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

Credentials

Registrations

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

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Qualifications

Masters in Counseling Psychology

Pearson Institute of Higher Education

Year: 2017

Service Areas

Self Employed

In-person & Online

Umngeni, KwaZulu Natal

South Africa

Nottingham road, South Africa