Renee Shearing TRE addiction eating disorders & trauma Wynberg

Renee Shearing – TRE, Addiction, Eating Disorders & Trauma Counselling | Wynberg

About Me

I am a Canadian-born Occupational Therapist, now living and practising in South Africa. Since qualifying in 1997 from the University of Cape Town, I have gained international experience in the UK, Australia, and South Africa across a range of treatment settings.

Over the past 20 years, I have developed a special interest in the treatment of:

• Anxiety
• Addictive Behaviours
• Eating Disorders
• Stress
• Trauma

My career spans work in general hospitals, community settings, and both government and private psychiatric hospitals, including leading drug and alcohol rehabilitation centres in South Africa. Since 2011, I have focused solely on my private practice.

Services

Specialised Therapy for Various Conditions:

• Depression and Anxiety
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Mood and Stress Disorders
• Phobias and Personality Disorders
• Grief and Relationship Issues
• Eating Disorders and Self-Harm
• Co-Dependency and Chemical Dependency
• Addictive Behaviours
• Trauma (including PTSD)

Treatment Modalities:

• Trauma Release Exercises (TRE®): Releasing trauma stored in the body
• Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR): Treating the cognitive impact of trauma
• Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT): Tapping therapy to reduce stress and emotional pain
• Shamanic Energy Healing: Clearing trauma from the energy field and spirit
• Motivational Interviewing: Helping individuals resolve ambivalence and find motivation for change
• Family Constellations: Healing family and generational trauma
• 12-Step Approach: Structured support for addiction recovery
• Psycho-Education: Empowering clients with understanding and tools for healing
• Model of Human Occupation: Understanding meaningful engagement in life activities

My Approach

Over the years, I have learned that trauma lies at the root of most mental health challenges. Trauma impacts all aspects of our being – body, mind, and spirit – and I integrate therapies that target each of these areas:

• Body: Treating stored trauma through TRE®
• Mind: Addressing cognitive and emotional effects with EMDR
• Spirit: Clearing the energy field with Shamanic Healing

This comprehensive approach ensures deep healing and transformation, helping clients regain balance and control in their lives.

Additional Information

My practice is rooted in compassion, experience, and a dedication to guiding clients through their unique healing journeys. I work with individuals, families, and groups, leveraging my extensive experience within multidisciplinary clinical teams to provide the highest level of care.

If you are struggling with trauma, addiction, anxiety, or related challenges, I offer a safe, supportive space to explore, heal, and grow.