Dr Derine Louw Clinical Psychologist Bellville

Dr Derine Louw Clinical Psychologist Bellville

Dr Derine Louw Clinical Psychologist Bellville provides professional therapeutic interventions for adolescents and adults. She focuses on improving mental health through tailored therapy for mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, grief, and body-focused repetitive behaviours. Her approach combines compassion with evidence-based strategies to ensure every client receives effective care.

Dr Louw started her private practice in 2020 after gaining a decade of experience at Stikland Psychiatric Hospital in Bellville, Cape Town. During her tenure, she worked in the Psychogeriatric Unit, Out-patient Department, and Therapeutic Unit (Intlalo Clinic). These roles allowed her to develop skills in psychiatric diagnosis, treatment planning, individual and group psychotherapy, psychometric and neuropsychological assessments, report writing, supervision, and academic lecturing.

Therapeutic Services Offered

Dr Derine Louw Clinical Psychologist Bellville provides multiple therapy modalities, including Gestalt Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Brain-working Recursive Therapy. She customizes sessions to match the client’s specific needs. Both individual and group therapy are available.

Individual Therapy

During individual therapy, Dr Louw designs sessions to address adolescents’ and adults’ unique concerns. Clients receive practical strategies to manage symptoms, improve emotional wellbeing, and enhance daily functioning. The process adapts as clients progress, ensuring therapy remains relevant and impactful.

Group Therapy

Group therapy offers clients the chance to engage in therapeutic work in a supportive environment. Each group includes six to eight participants. Through shared experiences, clients build social skills, gain confidence, and learn coping strategies. Dr Louw facilitates discussions to create a safe and constructive space for growth.

Research and Special Interests

Dr Louw earned her PhD in 2019, focusing on cognitive training interventions for patients with hair-pulling disorder. She uses both quantitative and qualitative methods to capture the full patient experience. Her work sparked a lasting interest in Body Focused Repetitive Behaviours, such as hair-pulling, skin-picking, and nail-biting.

Professional Background and Approach

Dr Louw worked extensively in secondary and tertiary psychiatric care and lectured at Stellenbosch University, Tygerberg Campus. She combines scientific methods with client narratives to provide holistic care. Her multidisciplinary background ensures clients benefit from evidence-based interventions while feeling understood and supported.

Booking a Session

You can book appointments via phone or email. Dr Louw ensures each session maximizes progress and offers practical tools for everyday life. Clients leave sessions with strategies to improve wellbeing and manage challenges effectively.

Dr Derine Louw Clinical Psychologist Bellville is committed to helping adolescents and adults manage mental health, build resilience, and achieve personal growth in a supportive environment.