Mrs Susan Sander

Registered Counselor

“My interest lies in the overlap between physical and mental health and well-being. I offer counselling to individuals experiencing chronic health conditions as well as palliative psychosocial support to individuals and families diagnosed with life-threatening or life-limiting conditions.”

About Me

My practice focuses on the complex link between physical and mental health. I support individuals grappling with chronic health conditions, offering a calm space to process their experiences. For those facing life-limiting diagnoses, I provide compassionate psychosocial support, extending to families too. We can explore coping strategies and find ways to enhance well-being, even amidst challenging circumstances. My aim is to help you navigate these unique emotional landscapes with greater ease.

Approach

I help you make sense of how illness shapes feelings and daily life, then turn that understanding into practical steps that fit your pace and resources. From my Stellenbosch consulting room and online in English or Afrikaans, we work gently and steadily, respecting energy and concentration limits. Sessions use focused conversation, simple tracking and brief exercises to map strengths, monitor recovery after stroke or flare-ups, and build coping plans to try between meetings. Those who value clear, compassionate guidance tend to find this helpful.

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Basic Information

Stellenbosch, South Africa

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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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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Stroke Support
The psychological aftermath of a stroke, which can include emotional changes, cognitive difficulties, grief over lost abilities, and family adjustment.
Psychoeducation
Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.
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Health Psychology
A branch of psychology that studies how psychological, behavioural, and social factors affect physical health, illness, and health-related behaviours.
Psychometric Testing
Standardised tests that measure cognitive abilities, personality traits, or emotional functioning, used to support diagnosis and inform treatment.
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:

All ages
Children
Elderly
Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Stroke Support
The psychological aftermath of a stroke, which can include emotional changes, cognitive difficulties, grief over lost abilities, and family adjustment.
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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