Karen Kruger Clinical Psychologist Bellville

Karen Kruger Clinical Psychologist Bellville

About

Karen Kruger is a Clinical Psychologist registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF). She earned her undergraduate and Honours degrees at the University of South Africa (UNISA) and completed her Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of the Western Cape. Karen trained at Valkenberg Psychiatric Hospital and worked in various departments, including child and adolescent psychiatry at Red Cross Hospital, Groote Schuur Hospital, Forensics, and Heideveld Community Health Clinic. After completing her community service at Khayelitsha District Hospital, she established her private practice. Her background in brand management gives her a unique perspective in guiding clients towards a more authentic life.

Services

• Individual therapy for adults, children, and adolescents
• Family therapy sessions
• Psychodynamic-based therapy
• Support for depression, anxiety, and stress
• Help with adjusting to life changes (e.g., new job or baby)
• Personal growth and self-awareness sessions
• Therapy for anger, fears, and phobias
• Treatment for social anxiety and panic attacks
• Guidance through relationship issues, trauma, and grief
• Behavioural therapy for chronic pain, eating disorders, and personality disorders

Additional Information

Karen Kruger’s therapy begins with three initial assessment sessions. These sessions explore your current difficulties and personal history. They also help determine if her approach fits your needs. After the assessment, Karen creates a personalised treatment plan, outlining session frequency and the best therapy method. Sessions typically last 50 minutes unless otherwise arranged.