Dr Mpho Sepato – Clinical Psychologist – Arcadia

Dr Mpho Sepato – Clinical Psychologist – Arcadia

Dr Mpho Sepato – Clinical Psychologist – Arcadia brings over fifteen years of specialised mental health expertise to Motheo Psychology – Arcadia. She earned her BA (Hons) and MA in Clinical Psychology from the University of Pretoria, then completed her doctoral training at UNISA, focusing on trauma and resilience. Consequently, Dr Sepato integrates rigorous research with compassionate care, ensuring every client receives evidence-based interventions tailored to their unique needs.

Moreover, she served as a senior clinician at a leading academic hospital, where she led multidisciplinary teams in trauma response and crisis intervention. As a result, she developed advanced skills in assessing complex presentations—ranging from post-traumatic stress disorder and grief reactions to mood disorders and anxiety. Ultimately, her goal remains to empower individuals and families through clear communication, empathetic guidance, and collaborative goal-setting.

Services

• Individual Psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, and life-transition challenges, employing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

• Trauma-Focused Therapy, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Narrative Exposure Therapy, to reprocess distressing memories

• Child & Adolescent Therapy, addressing behavioural issues, self-esteem, and peer-relation difficulties through play-based interventions and family support

• Couples & Family Counselling to strengthen communication, resolve conflict, and build resilient relationship patterns

• Group Workshops on stress management, resilience building, and anger regulation, fostering peer support and shared learning

• Psychometric & Neuropsychological Assessments, including IQ testing, attention-deficit screenings, and learning-difference evaluations, to inform tailored educational and therapeutic plans

• Career & Vocational Guidance, utilising interest inventories and strengths assessments to support meaningful work transitions

• Grief & Bereavement Support, guiding clients through loss with compassionate processing and ritual integration

• Solution-Focused Coaching for rapid, goal-oriented change in personal and professional contexts

• Telehealth Consultations via a secure video platform, ensuring continuity of care and flexible scheduling

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Additional Information

Motheo Psychology – Arcadia features private, sound-proof consultation suites designed to foster confidentiality and comfort. Furthermore, the centre employs a secure electronic medical record system, which streamlines documentation and facilitates seamless collaboration among psychiatrists, occupational therapists, and social workers when integrated care is required.

In addition, waiting areas offer calming décor, soft lighting, and comfort amenities, which ease pre-session anxiety. Moreover, Dr Sepato leads monthly professional development workshops on topics such as neuroplasticity, compassion-focused therapy, and multicultural competence, thereby contributing to the ongoing growth of the local mental health community.

Motheo Psychology – Arcadia adheres to rigorous infection-control protocols, including thorough sanitization of shared spaces and therapy materials between sessions, ensuring a safe environment for all clients. Additionally, the practice offers flexible scheduling—with extended evening hours and weekend slots—to accommodate diverse lifestyles and urgent needs. Accessible parking and wheelchair ramps guarantee barrier-free entry for every visitor.

Overall, Dr Sepato and the Motheo Psychology – Arcadia team foster a welcoming atmosphere where each individual receives undivided attention, expert guidance, and compassionate support. Finally, take the first step toward enhanced well-being by scheduling your personalized assessment with Dr Sepato today.