Glenda Roberts – Clinical Psychologist – Bedfordview

Glenda Roberts - Clinical Psychologist - Bedfordview

Dr. Glenda Roberts is a seasoned Clinical Psychologist at Meaningful Minds Psychologists in Bedfordview, Gauteng. She earned her Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology (cum laude) from Rand Afrikaans University—now the University of Johannesburg—and completed her Honours in Psychological Counselling with distinction. During her internships at Valkenberg Psychiatric Hospital and Groote Schuur Hospital, she honed her skills in acute care and specialized therapies. Moreover, her community service at Sizwe Tropical Diseases Hospital deepened her expertise in treating clients from diverse cultural and medical backgrounds.

Dr. Roberts adopts a client-centered approach that views each person as the author of their own story. Consequently, she creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients explore thoughts and emotions openly. Furthermore, she integrates narrative therapy techniques to help individuals reframe limiting beliefs and embrace alternative perspectives. Her own experiences with family members’ mental health struggles inspire her commitment to empathetic engagement and deep listening. Therefore, clients feel empowered to transform their inner narratives and cultivate resilience.

Services

• Individual Therapy
  She treats anxiety, depression, trauma, and medical-related distress using evidence-based interventions such as CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness.

• Couples Therapy
  She guides partners through honest dialogue, conflict resolution, and trust rebuilding to strengthen emotional bonds and improve communication.

• Family Therapy
  She addresses interaction patterns, sets healthy boundaries, and fosters mutual understanding to restore harmony and support within the family unit.

• Adolescent and Child Therapy
  She employs play therapy, art-based techniques, and developmentally appropriate interventions to help young clients process emotions and build coping skills.

• Psychological Assessments
  She conducts comprehensive cognitive, personality, and neuropsychological evaluations with standardized tools to inform tailored treatment plans and monitor progress.

• Trauma-Focused Work
  She specializes in narrative exposure therapy and stabilization techniques for survivors of complex trauma, ensuring a phased and gentle healing process.

• Self-Development Workshops
  She leads interactive group sessions on stress management, emotional intelligence, and creative expression to promote peer support and skill acquisition.

Additional Information

Dr. Roberts practices in a facility equipped with modern therapeutic tools, including secure teletherapy platforms, biofeedback devices, and interactive digital whiteboards. Consequently, she monitors physiological markers to deepen clients’ self-awareness. Additionally, each consultation room offers soundproofing, natural light, and ergonomic seating, ensuring privacy and comfort.

Her treatment plans remain highly personalized. First, she collaborates with clients to set clear, achievable goals. Then, she tracks progress through regular check-ins and adjusts interventions as needed. Meanwhile, she integrates mindfulness exercises, guided imagery, and digital mood-tracking apps to reinforce insights between sessions.

To accommodate busy schedules, Dr. Roberts offers flexible appointment times, including early mornings, evenings, and selected weekends. Moreover, she hosts intensive weekend retreats that combine experiential learning with reflective practices. These retreats use hands-on activities and group discussions to foster rapid, lasting change.

Finally, Dr. Roberts remains committed to her own growth. Therefore, she attends annual conferences on trauma-informed care, attachment theory, and multicultural practice. She also mentors emerging clinicians through peer supervision groups, sharing best practices and fostering a community of excellence. Schedule a consultation today to begin your journey toward self-understanding, growth, and lasting well-being.