Mrs Edwina Mensah-Husselmann

Licensed Clinical Psychologists

“A seasoned & competent Psychotherapist who takes preference in psychodynamic and psychoanalytical techniques. Her compassionate & empathetic approach, combined with her expertise in forensic psychology and trauma-informed therapy, make her a trusted and respected clinical psychologist.”

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About Me

I offer a compassionate, empathetic space for deep exploration. Using psychodynamic and psychoanalytical approaches, I help you understand the root causes of present challenges. Clients navigating complex past experiences will find my expertise in trauma-informed care and forensic psychology particularly helpful. We can work together to build lasting resilience and foster profound self-discovery.

Approach

Years of clinical work shape an attentive, exploratory stance that gently links present struggles with earlier experiences while keeping safety central. In Windhoek or online, sessions move at a thoughtful pace—quiet reflection, targeted questioning, and occasional focused assessments—to clarify patterns and any psycho-legal impacts when relevant. Between meetings I offer concise summaries and small experiments to try; in session we name feelings, test assumptions, and map practical steps together. You’ll find this collaborative clarity helpful if you’re facing trauma, grief, or complex stress.

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Basic Information

Windhoek, Namibia

In-person & Online

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Services

Services Offered:

Psychometric Testing
Standardised tests that measure cognitive abilities, personality traits, or emotional functioning, used to support diagnosis and inform treatment.
Corporate Workshops
Mental health and well-being workshops delivered in workplace settings, covering topics like stress management, resilience, and communication.
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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Crisis Counseling
Immediate, short-term psychological support during an acute mental health crisis such as a panic episode, suicidal thoughts, or overwhelming distress.
Relationship Counseling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.
Psychotherapy
In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.
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Works With:

Adults
Communities
Couples
Families
Groups
Individuals
Organisations

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.
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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Physical Disability
A condition that limits physical functioning, mobility, or stamina, which can carry psychological impacts including adjustment, identity, and social challenges.
Psycho-Legal
Psychological assessment and expert reporting for court proceedings, legal disputes, or regulatory matters.
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.
PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a condition that develops after a traumatic event, causing flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness.
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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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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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