ABOUT ME:

I am a registered Clinical Psychologist. I developed an interest in human behaviour at an early age and continue to feel passionate about working with, and better understanding, individuals’ cognitions, emotions and behaviours. I work with a variety of clients including adults, adolescents, couples and families.

I completed my studies in my home town of Port Elizabeth where I obtained a Masters in Psychology degree (Cum Laude), as well as a Masters in Clinical Psychology degree, at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU). My Masters Dissertation focused on the possible long-term effects that bullying at school may have on individuals’ self-esteem and attachment styles during young adulthood. My completed Masters Dissertation, for which I was awarded the 2010 Ford Premier Award for Best Masters Degree by Dissertation, was published by Lambert Academic Publishing in September 2010. In addition, I compiled a journal article on the impact that bullying at school has on an individual’s self-esteem during young adulthood, which was published by the International Journal of Education and Research (IJER) in August 2013.
I completed my internship at the University Psychology Clinic (UCLIN), where I provided psychotherapy and psychometric assessment services to a diverse range of clients. I gained further experience at the Life Hunters Craig Hospital, where I facilitated the Substance Abuse Program. Upon completion of my internship, I underwent my Community Service at a number of placements in Uitenhage. I provided psychotherapy and psychometric assessments at the Orsmond TB Hospital, Rosedale Community Health Centre and Park Centre Community Health Centre.

I draw eclectically from a range of therapeutic modalities, in order to best suit the unique needs of each individual. Through psychotherapy, I aim to facilitate self-awareness and personal growth, in order to assist individuals to manage challenges in their personal, family, academic and/or work environments more effectively.

My private practice is situated in Framesby, Port Elizabeth.  I am registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), as well as the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF), and am a member of the Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA).

I provide assistance in the diagnosis, treatment and management of the following psychological concerns:

Adjustment difficulties (such as separation and divorce, bereavement or loss)
Anger management
Anxiety disorders, panic attacks and phobias
Behavioural problems
Bullying
Eating disorders (including obesity)
Lifespan development
Mood disorders (such as depression and bipolar mood disorder)
Psychotic disorders
Relationship difficulties
Self-esteem and identity development
Stress management
Suicidal ideation and self-harm behaviours
Trauma
©Copyright 2021 Christine Slabbert
HPCSA Number:       PS 0119733
Practice Number:     0524980
©Copyright 2021 Christine Slabbert
HPCSA Number:       PS 0119733
Practice Number:     0524980