Teneil Govindsammy – Counselling Psychologist – Table View

Teneil Govindsammy - Counselling Psychologist - Table View

Teneil Govindsammy is a Counselling Psychologist at Blaauwberg Therapy Centre in Table View, Cape Town. Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), she delivers client-centred care that values each person’s story. Furthermore, she believes in the power of support systems to accelerate healing and sustain progress. Consequently, Teneil partners with clients to co-create goals that fit their lives and aspirations.

After completing her academic qualifications, Teneil passed the HPCSA board examination to earn full registration. Moreover, she pursued ongoing training in counselling modalities to broaden her skill set. Therefore, she integrates evidence-based approaches—such as cognitive-behavioural techniques and systemic interventions—to tailor therapy for each individual. Thus, clients benefit from a versatile clinical toolkit that addresses diverse emotional and relational challenges.

Blaauwberg Therapy Centre opened its doors in 1992 as a multidisciplinary facility. It hosts psychologists, mediators, and allied health professionals under one roof. Additionally, the centre’s location on Blaauwberg Road offers easy access for clients across Cape Town’s northern suburbs. As a result, patients enjoy continuity of care without navigating multiple sites.

Services

• Individual Therapy for Adults and Adolescents
  Teneil designs personalized sessions to address anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Moreover, she blends cognitive-behavioural strategies with psychodynamic insights to foster resilience.

• Family Therapy
  She facilitates healthier communication and conflict resolution within families. Consequently, members learn to support one another and rebuild trust.

• Play Therapy
  Using play as a therapeutic medium, Teneil helps children express emotions and learn coping strategies. Furthermore, she employs age-appropriate tools to engage young clients.

• Couples Counselling
  She guides partners through relationship challenges, enhancing dialogue and emotional connection. Therefore, couples develop practical skills for conflict management.

• Career Counselling
  Teneil supports clients in exploring professional paths, setting goals, and managing workplace stress. Additionally, she offers decision-making frameworks to boost confidence in career transitions.

• Parenting and Co-Parenting Support
  She provides strategies for effective parenting dynamics and co-parenting cooperation. Thus, children benefit from consistent care and emotional security.

Additional Information

The centre features private consultation rooms, quiet assessment suites, and advanced digital assessment tools. Consequently, clients experience a safe, confidential environment tailored to diverse therapeutic needs. Moreover, secure telehealth technology enables remote consultations for those with mobility or geographic constraints.

Teneil’s practice emphasizes a personalized patient experience. Accordingly, she adapts session formats—such as individual, family, or online—to suit client preferences. Furthermore, she collaborates with referring professionals (including physicians and social workers) to ensure integrated care plans. As a result, clients receive seamless support across all aspects of their well-being.

Committed to lifelong learning, Teneil attends national conferences and workshops in counselling psychology. Therefore, she remains current with the latest evidence-based interventions. Ultimately, her compassionate approach and professional expertise empower clients to navigate life’s challenges with confidence and hope.

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