Sheila

Mrs Sheila Selfe

Licensed Clinical Social Workers

“I have many years' experience in the mental health profession and specialise in providing help and support to adults and older adolescents.”

About Me

I offer dedicated help and support to adults and older adolescents, drawing on many years of experience in mental health. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I aim to create a calm, collaborative space where you can explore challenges without judgment. We can work together at your own pace to understand difficult feelings and develop practical strategies. This approach helps you navigate life's complexities and build lasting well-being.

Approach

When difficulties surface I focus on gentle structure and clear goals so you can make sense of upsetting thoughts and feelings. In sessions in Cape Town or online, in English, we move at a pace you set, using practical exercises, reflective listening and problem-solving to manage anxiety, mood shifts, stress and the impact of chronic illness or trauma. Between meetings I suggest small, doable tasks and safety planning when needed, and we review what helped so the work stays relevant. This way of working often helps people seeking steady, collaborative support through transition or burnout.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

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Services

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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  • 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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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Families
  • Individuals
  • Organisations

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Chronic Illness

    A long-term health condition (e.g., diabetes, autoimmune disease, chronic pain) that persists over time and affects physical, emotional, and social well-being.

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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.

  • Retirement

    The transition from working life to retirement, which can bring loss of identity, purpose, routine, and social connection alongside newfound freedom.

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  • Psychosis

    A mental state in which a person loses contact with reality, which may involve hallucinations, delusions, or severely disordered thinking.

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  • Trauma Therapy

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

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Professional Title:

  • Licensed Clinical Social Workers

    A social worker licensed to provide clinical therapy, diagnosis, and treatment for mental health conditions.

Credentials

Registrations

South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP)Verify License

Qualifications

University of Cape Town

Service Areas

Sheila Selfe Private Practice | Muizenberg

In-person & Online

Muizenberg

Cape Town, Western Cape

South Africa

Muizenberg, Cape Town, South Africa