Candice Wakelin Clinical Psychologist Gardens Cape Town
Candice Wakelin Clinical Psychologist Gardens Cape Town, with experience supporting adults, adolescents, children, and individuals from different backgrounds.
About Candice Wakelin Clinical Psychologist Gardens Cape Town
Candice holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of the Western Cape. During her studies, she researched the most effective treatments for adult ADHD. This work helped shape her interest in mental health and evidence-based therapy.
Candice completed her internship at Sterkfontein Psychiatric Hospital. There, she gained experience with a diverse range of psychological conditions. She also worked in schools with children and adolescents who experienced anxiety, depression, and other emotional difficulties.
In addition, Candice completed her community service year at Pollsmoor Correctional Services. This experience strengthened her skills in supporting people with complex mental health concerns in an institutional setting.
Clinical Psychology Experience
Before becoming a clinical psychologist, Candice worked as a school counsellor. She focused on supporting traumatised, bereaved, and anxious children. As a result, this early work still shapes how she approaches therapy today.
Candice is committed to helping people understand and manage their mental health challenges. She provides a safe and confidential space where clients can discuss their concerns openly.
Services Offered by Candice Wakelin Clinical Psychologist Gardens Cape Town
Candice provides psychotherapy for a range of psychological concerns. These include mood disorders, anxiety, trauma-related challenges, and neurodevelopmental disorders. She uses a client-centred approach and works with each client to explore their concerns and work towards meaningful change.
Individual Therapy for Adults and Adolescents
Candice offers therapy for adults and adolescents with various psychological conditions. This includes anxiety, depression, mood swings, and other emotional difficulties. She uses evidence-based approaches that match each client’s individual needs.
Mood Disorders, Anxiety and Trauma
Candice has a specific interest in mood disorders, including depression and bipolar disorder. Therapy can help clients understand mood triggers, improve emotional regulation, and develop coping strategies.
She also supports people with generalised anxiety, panic disorder, and social anxiety. Together, clients can explore the causes of anxiety and learn ways to manage these feelings.
Candice also works with trauma and trauma-related disorders. Her experience with traumatised children and adults helps her understand the impact trauma can have on mental health.
ADHD, Autism and Psychotic Disorders
Candice specialises in working with people with ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Therapy focuses on coping skills, social skills, and emotional challenges linked to these diagnoses. She uses an integrative approach to help clients understand their needs and strengths.
She also supports people with psychotic disorders. Her work includes psychoeducation and therapy to help clients understand and manage symptoms, reduce distress, and improve functioning.
Approach, Location and Appointments
Candice uses an integrative approach to psychotherapy. She combines evidence-based treatments based on each person’s needs. These include cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and other therapeutic methods.
Her practice is located in the heart of Gardens, Cape Town. She provides a welcoming and convenient setting for therapy. Candice also keeps therapeutic interactions confidential, so clients can speak openly and honestly about their concerns.
If you are ready to begin therapy or want more information, you can contact Candice to ask questions and take the first steps towards improved mental health.
