About Treatment Works Centre
Often, we think we have to go it alone, that no one is there, no one understands. Yet, if we pause for just a moment and look up, we discover we are not alone, there is support, all it needed was only to realise this and reach out! We are a team that is all about mental health care. Let us introduce ourselves!
Warwick Phipps
Founder & Director
Clinical Psychologist
PhD (Clin Psych), FNGH
At 16, I had a calling to become a psychologist, to help others. Why, I don’t fully know. I just know that helping others and seeing them grow, develop, and express their potential is deeply meaningful and fulfilling. I believe that all change is now, in this moment, in our relationship. When you feel understood, accepted, and safe, you can relate in such a way that, in time, the change you hoped for then is the change happening now. How we relate determines the nature and quality of our being (Vorster, 2011). Living is the expression of wholeness.
Marizaan Koen
Clinical Psychologist
MSc (Clin Psych)
I am passionate about seeing how people create meaningful relationships, both with themselves and in their environment, that assists them to develop and self-actualise. The way I work is from an Integrative Interactional Approach, this means that I see the individual as a holistic system, by looking at both the person’s internal psychological processes and how a person relates to their environment. How we interact with ourselves, our environment, and the people around us determines our well-being.
Monique Schoeman
Educational Psychologist
MSocSci (Ed Psych)
What gives me joy in helping others is knowing from experience the truly powerful and profound, mobilising impact of real empathy and compassion, and the sense of relief it can bring an individual in distress. I find it better to work from a place of always seeking to understand you better, employing creative therapeutic techniques that you can relate to, and really trying to help you feel safe and accepted while resolving whatever is causing you distress. It’s both a choice and a privilege for me to be in this profession and to be part of your mental health journey. In this day and age, it can also be a choice and a privilege for you and your loved ones to be mentally healthy and lead happy lives.
Nadine Visagie
Development Manager
BCompt (FA, in progress), H Cert (PM), BAHons (BK)
Every person deserves to be the happiest version of them self, deserves to enjoy life. It brings great appreciation and fulfilment to see someone becoming aware, growing and developing, becoming grateful, and in turn giving back and appreciating others. I try to create a structured and organised environment, with honest and clear communication, and visible, tangible results. ‘’You are imperfect, you are wired for struggle, but you are worthy of love and belonging’’ - Brené Brown
Sinenhlanhla Khumalo
Educational Psychologist
MSocSci (Ed Psych)
I am passionate about psychotherapy as it provides one with an opportunity to make meaningful impact. In my therapeutic work, I like to ensure that every client feels safe, accepted, supported, and therefore can thrive! This gives me great joy. I find it more meaningful to employ an integrative approach when engaging, formulating, and developing interventions for my clients. I enjoy working in a collaborative manner to effectively understand the nature of difficulties my clients experience. Even though self-work is arguably the hardest thing to do, we nevertheless do it. Therapy exists to assist us in gaining a better understanding of our behaviour, enabling us to put a halt to our destructive patterns and make the required changes to lead a more fulfilling, meaningful and constructive life.
Serole Kgolane
Counselling Psychologist
MA (Comm. Based Couns.)
I see therapy as a phenomenal opportunity to experience the healing power of human relationships. I aim to provide a space that is empathetic, empowering, and conducive to clients' growth and development. As with any relationship, the dynamic and process can sometimes be challenging. However, the power of therapy lies in working through and overcoming these challenges, as well as experiencing breakthroughs that lead to a better understanding of oneself and others. This carries benefits like experiencing an overall sense of clarity and gaining the courage to lead better and healthier lives in all life domains. My role is to walk with my clients on their journey with understanding, presence, and commitment to their well-being at all times.
Samantha Mvimbela
Receptionist & Administrator
I believe that my purpose in life is to help others. It gives me great joy and happiness in serving, as well as seeing another feeling better, and living their best life, as they should.
It is my ambition in life, to bring joy to others.
Nonjabulo Bhengu
Receptionist & Administrator
Cert (CRM/BKKG)
I am passionate about helping others because of the happiness that comes from seeing others feeling supported. I enjoy creating a warm and welcoming environment. I would like to see every person succeed because that will make our country a better place.
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