Heidi

Ms Heidi Wichman

Counseling Psychologist

“Therapy can be a daunting process to engage in. I am therefore committed to creating a space which is safe, empathic and non-judgemental. My aim is to support you in developing self awareness, developing coping strategies where required and improving your overall well-being.”

About Me

Starting therapy can feel daunting. I offer a safe, empathetic space where you can openly explore your concerns without judgment. I will support you in developing self-awareness and practical coping strategies to navigate life's challenges. Using a collaborative approach, I also offer structured techniques like BWRT for focused change. This can be helpful for those seeking direct, evidence-based ways to enhance their overall well-being.

Approach

Recognising how daunting that first step can be, I focus on practical, collaborative work that quickly clarifies what matters most to you. Sessions in Cape Town or online are paced to suit adolescents and adults, blending gentle exploration with targeted techniques such as BWRT when focused change is needed. We notice small shifts week-to-week, approach traumatic material with care, and I suggest brief, doable practices to try between meetings. This way of working tends to help people who want compassionate support alongside clear, results-focused progress.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

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Services

Services Offered:

  • Brain Working Recursive Therapy

    A therapy that works with the brain's natural response patterns to change unwanted reactions before they reach conscious awareness.

  • 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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  • 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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  • 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.

  • CBT

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

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  • Stress Management

    Techniques and strategies for managing the body and mind's response to excessive demands, including relaxation, cognitive restructuring, and lifestyle changes.

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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Groups
  • Individuals
  • Organisations
  • Parents

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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  • 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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  • Parenting Support

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

  • 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 Therapy

    Therapeutic approaches specifically designed to help people process and recover from traumatic experiences.

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  • Young Adult Issues

    The unique psychological challenges of emerging adulthood (18–25), including identity formation, independence, relationship navigation, and finding direction.

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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)

Counseling Psychologist

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Qualifications

UWC , UCT

Service Areas

Private Practice

In-person & Online

Claremont

Cape Town, Western Cape

South Africa

Claremont, Cape Town, South Africa