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Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen, HCPC

Experienced trauma-informed therapist supporting diverse clients
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Identity and self-esteem
  • Complex co-occurring issues

About Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen

Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen is licensed in the United Kingdom and South Africa and brings 17 years of professional experience to her therapeutic work. She holds HCPC, which stands for the Health and Care Professions Council, a recognised credential in the field. She works with people across the lifespan and seeks to honour the variety of backgrounds and identities clients bring to therapy.

She has a particular interest in supporting people with complex presentations, including neurodiversity and co-occurring mental health conditions. Her experience includes helping clients manage trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and the process of strengthening identity and self-esteem. She aims to provide sensitive, respectful care tailored to each person’s circumstances.

Dr. Van Der Westhuizen frames therapy as a collaborative process. She adapts conversation and treatment plans to match each client’s pace and needs, and she offers steady support as clients take steps toward the life they wish to build. She acknowledges the courage it takes to begin therapy and is committed to accompanying people through that process.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationVisually impairedWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen have?

She has 17 years of professional experience.

Is Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds HCPC, which is the Health and Care Professions Council.

In which languages does Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Afrikaans.

Where is Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen located?

She is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen work with international clients?

Yes, Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Therapy Fit Your Needs?

Many people wonder whether talking with a therapist online can make a real difference. For many common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - online therapy has been found to be similarly effective to traditional in-person sessions for supporting progress and coping.

One major benefit is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the format that works best for them - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life.

Therapists are licensed professionals, and if someone decides they would like a different match they can switch to another provider. Online therapy can be a practical option for people seeking accessible, flexible support from licensed professionals.

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