Deborah

Miss Deborah Olusola

Clinical Psychologist

“An experienced, competent and compassionate clinical psychologist dedicated to serving clients in a meaningful way, listening to their concerns, and helping them learn how to approach their mental, emotional, and behavioral problems.”

About Me

This experienced clinical psychologist provides dedicated, compassionate support. They listen attentively to clients' concerns, ensuring individuals feel truly heard. Their focus is on helping clients learn practical ways to approach mental, emotional, and behavioural problems. Those seeking a competent guide to develop new skills for life's challenges will find a meaningful path forward here.

Approach

My work starts by listening until the shape of your difficulty feels clear, then we turn that clarity into small, doable steps you can practice between sessions. Sessions in Sandton or online (in English) are steady and focused: we set an agenda together, try short experiments in session, review what worked, and adapt plans so progress feels tangible. With children I bring playful tasks; with adults we emphasise skills, values-driven choices and safety when exploring trauma. This way of working suits people who want practical change alongside understanding.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

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Services

Services Offered:

  • ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)

    A form of therapy that teaches acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while guiding action aligned with personal values.

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  • Trauma Counseling

    Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.

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  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

  • Play Therapy

    A therapy for children that uses play as a natural form of communication, allowing them to express feelings and process difficult experiences.

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  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

  • CBT

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

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  • 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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Works With:

  • Couples
  • Elderly
  • Groups
  • Individuals
  • Under Fives
  • Children
  • Adolescents
  • Adults

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Relationship Issues

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

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  • Abuse

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

  • 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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  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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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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  • 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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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 Counsel

Clinical Psychologist

Qualifications

Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University

Service Areas

You Matter Too

In-person & Online

Norwood

Johannesburg, Gauteng 2192

South Africa

Norwood, Johannesburg, South Africa