Ms. Patricia Oosthuizen is a seasoned clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst at Claro Clinic in N1 City, Cape Town. She earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Stellenbosch University and completed her specialist training in psychoanalytic therapy at the South African Institute for Psychoanalysis. Over the past 15 years, she has honed her expertise through roles at leading mental health institutions. Notably, Ms. Oosthuizen served at the University of Cape Town Student Wellness Service, where she designed and led resilience-building programmes for students. Consequently, she brings both academic rigour and hands-on experience to her private practice.
Moreover, she holds advanced certifications in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and mentalization-based therapy, which she integrates into her work with complex trauma and personality disorders. She maintains active membership in the Health Professions Council of South Africa and the Psychological Society of South Africa, ensuring her methods reflect current ethical and professional standards. In addition, she publishes regularly in peer-reviewed journals on topics such as adolescent identity formation and family dynamics. Through conference presentations and community workshops, Ms. Oosthuizen actively contributes to the broader mental health field.
Services
At Claro Clinic, Ms. Oosthuizen offers a comprehensive suite of specialized services, each tailored to meet the unique needs of her clients:
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Individual Psychotherapy
She provides psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioural therapy for anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. -
Adolescent Therapy
She supports teenagers through identity exploration, emotional regulation, and academic stress. -
Family and Couples Therapy
She facilitates systems-based interventions that improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen bonds. -
Addiction Treatment
She implements structured relapse-prevention programmes alongside motivational interviewing to support sustained recovery. -
Trauma Therapy
She utilises EMDR and mentalization-based techniques to address post-traumatic stress and complex trauma. -
Psychometric Assessments
She employs an advanced digital assessment suite for in-depth evaluation of cognitive and emotional functioning.
Each service incorporates biofeedback and neurofeedback technology, ensuring precise diagnostics and measurable progress. Furthermore, Ms. Oosthuizen emphasizes a personalized patient experience by adapting every plan to clients’ values, cultural backgrounds, and life goals.
Additional Information
Claro Clinic features soundproof consultation rooms outfitted with smart-lighting systems that adjust to promote calm. In addition, the centre provides virtual reality relaxation modules and tablet-based mood-tracking apps to enhance therapeutic engagement. A multidisciplinary team—including psychiatrists, occupational therapists, and dietitians—collaborates on integrated care plans. Consequently, clients benefit from coordinated support across mental, physical, and lifestyle dimensions.
Ms. Oosthuizen remains committed to ongoing professional development, attending international symposiums on emerging therapies and contributing chapters to clinical handbooks. Moreover, she leads free community workshops on stress management and emotional resilience, thereby extending her impact beyond the clinic walls. Through these initiatives, she fosters greater mental health awareness throughout Cape Town.
If you seek compassionate, evidence-based psychological care, Ms. Patricia Oosthuizen provides expert support tailored to your journey. Schedule a consultation today to embark on the path toward lasting well-being.
