Jeanne Vorster Naidoo Chartered Psychologist and Clinical Psychologist

In our journey through life, we sometimes encounter challenging times and difficult experiences that can test our sense of overall fulfilment and peace in our relationship with ourselves and others. During these times, we may experience signs and symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other mental health difficulties. There may also be moments when we are functioning but don't feel like we are truly thriving.

I am here to support individuals seeking to resolve issues that cause emotional discomfort or distress. These issues may result from a recent event or be maintained by longstanding difficulties. My goal is to offer you a warm and confidential therapeutic relationship, providing a safe space to delve deep into your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Together, we will explore the underlying causes of your struggles, helping you gain insight, build coping mechanisms, and improve inner strength.

Through our collaborative work, I aim to help you navigate these challenging times and move towards a life where you feel more fulfilled, balanced, and empowered.

I am accredited as a Clinical Psychologist (HCPC), Chartered Psychologist (BPS), and British Psychoanalytic Council kite marked Dynamic Interpersonal Practitioner (DIT). I have been practising as a Clinical Psychologist since 2004.

As a Clinical Psychologist, I am trained in psychopathology, psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), interpersonal therapy, dynamic interpersonal therapy (DIT), and person-centred therapy, to name a few. If you want to read more about various therapeutic modalities and approaches, please click here.

I am committed to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and ongoing learning to ensure that the treatment I provide meets the needs of individual patients. I am particularly interested in the psychology of women and the application of psychodynamic, interpersonal, and attachment-based principles to psychotherapy. I have a special interest in Polyvagal theory and Nervous System Regulation. My practical approach is warm, relational and empathic. I aim to actively contribute to your effort to work towards living a meaningful and fulfilling life.

Therapy sessions are confidential; this allows you to talk about thoughts, feelings, behaviours and experiences that you may not wish to discuss with anyone else. The nature of the therapeutic relationship enables you to express yourself and develop a deeper understanding of your difficulties. Therapy may help you to change how you think and behave, ultimately improving your relationships and enabling you to lead a more fulfilling and authentic life. I am experienced in supporting clients with the following difficulties:

• Attachment issues
  
• Anxiety
  
• Bereavement and Grief
  
• Burnout
  
• Poor Body Image
  
• Depression
  
• Divorce and Separation
  
• Eating disorders
  
• Identity issues
  
• Interpersonal Relationships
  
• Life transitions
  
• Loss
  
• Low self-esteem and limited confidence
  
• Motherhood
  
• Peri-Menopause and Menopause
  
• Pre-natal and Post-natal issues
  
• Relationship and Interpersonal difficulties
  
• Shame
  
• Spirituality
  
• Sexuality
  
• Stress
  
• Trauma
  
• Women’s issues

Please take a look at the Frequently Asked Questions for general information. If you are considering therapy and would like to ask about my availability, I invite you to complete a confidential email contact form. If there is space to welcome a new patient, I will offer you a 15-minute telephone consultation. This allows us to discuss your needs, address any questions you may have, and see if we are a good fit for working together.