Dr Graham Alexander Clinical Psychologist Claremont

Dr Graham Alexander Clinical Psychologist

About

Dr. Graham Alexander is a highly qualified clinical psychologist based in Claremont, Cape Town. He holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Cape Town. Dr. Alexander co-developed the first specialist eating disorders unit in the private psychiatric sector with Professor Daniel Le Grange. He served as the director of the Kenilworth Clinic and Crescent Clinic Eating Disorders Unit from 1995 to 2016 while maintaining a busy private practice.

As part of The Cape Town Bariatric Clinic, Dr. Alexander has worked with patients since its inception, supporting them through the mental and emotional challenges of bariatric surgery. His expertise includes schema therapy, a psychological approach focused on understanding the deeper causes of behavioral patterns, particularly in the treatment of eating disorders.

Dr. Alexander has a keen interest in couple therapy and group therapy, in addition to his specialization in eating disorders. He is an internationally accredited advanced schema therapist and continues to contribute to the field through his doctoral research on schema therapy applications for eating disorders.

Services

Dr. Graham Alexander provides a range of psychological services tailored to patients’ unique needs, especially those undergoing bariatric surgery:

• Psychological Support for Bariatric Surgery: Dr. Alexander offers pre- and post-surgery counseling to help patients cope with the emotional and mental changes that come with bariatric surgery. His services help patients adjust to new eating habits, manage expectations, and ensure long-term success.

• Eating Disorder Treatment: Dr. Alexander specializes in the treatment of eating disorders using schema therapy. He works with patients to uncover underlying emotional patterns and behaviors related to food and body image.

• Couple Therapy: Dr. Alexander also offers schema couple therapy, which helps partners navigate emotional and behavioral challenges that affect their relationships, particularly those related to food and eating.

• Group Therapy: Group therapy is another important service Dr. Alexander provides. This type of therapy allows individuals facing similar struggles to share experiences and provide mutual support in a safe, structured environment.

• Individual Counseling: For those facing challenges with weight management or emotional well-being, Dr. Alexander offers personalized individual therapy focused on emotional health, body image concerns, and building healthier relationships with food.

Additional Information

The Cape Town Bariatric Clinic is an accredited Centre of Excellence located at Life Kingsbury Hospital in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town. The clinic offers a multi-disciplinary approach to obesity management, including bariatric surgery. The team consists of dietitians, biokineticists, endocrinologists, surgeons, and psychologists like Dr. Alexander.

Bariatric surgery is the most effective treatment for obesity, with patients typically losing 65% to 75% of their excess weight and experiencing a reversal of many comorbidities such as diabetes and hypertension. The clinic’s comprehensive care and psychological support are key to ensuring lasting results.

For individuals dealing with eating disorders, body image concerns, or the emotional impacts of bariatric surgery, Dr. Graham Alexander offers the support and guidance needed to make long-lasting changes. Take the first step towards emotional and physical well-being by scheduling a consultation with Dr. Alexander.