About
Julia Halstead-Cleak is a clinical psychologist based at the Oxford Healthcare Centre in Saxonwold. She holds an MA in Clinical Psychology from the University of Johannesburg and is registered with the HPCSA (PS0107999). Julia is a founding director and consultant psychologist at The Day Clinic, specialising in adult and couples therapy. She has extensive experience, having served as the head psychologist at Tara Hospital, a specialist unit for patients with personality pathology, complex developmental trauma, and mood and anxiety disorders.
Services
- Adult Therapy: Psychodynamic therapy for adults addressing various mental health concerns.
- Couples Therapy: Specialised counselling for couples navigating relationship challenges.
- Personality & Trauma Therapy: Treatment for personality disorders and complex developmental trauma.
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT): A therapeutic approach for managing emotional regulation and distress.
- Supervision & Training: Supervision for intern psychologists and workshops for mental health professionals.
Additional Information
- Qualifications
- MA Clinical Psychology (UJ)
- HPCSA Registration No. PS0107999
- BHF Practice No. 0484652
- Experience
Julia worked as the head psychologist at Tara Hospital, overseeing patients with complex psychiatric conditions. She has taught and supervised at Wits University and contributed to the development of a successful outpatient parenting programme. - Areas of Expertise
Personality disorders, complex trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, DBT, and couples therapy.
Julia combines years of experience with a compassionate, psychodynamic approach to support individuals and couples on their journey toward mental wellness.
