She's incredibly friendly and understanding, while still being knowledgeable and well educated on her subject. It's a perfect combination. I appreciate how I feel like I'm talking to another fellow human being rather then a councillor reading a bad scrip.
Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen, HCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Amanda is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Amanda. View 1 review
- Speaks English and Afrikaans
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
More about Amanda
- 15 years' experience
- Female
- HCPC
I am licensed in the UK and South Africa with 15 years of professional work experience. I love working with people of all ages and walks of life, and I do my best to recognise and celebrate diversity of all kinds. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs at a pace that is comfortable to you. I will walk alongside you as we take the steps to create the life that you wish to have. Taking this first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Control issues
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Domestic violence
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
HIV / AIDS
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Personality disorders
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Visually impaired
Women's issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- HCPC · United Kingdom · PYL040429 · Expires May 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She's incredibly friendly and understanding, while still being knowledgeable and well educated on her subject. It's a perfect combination. I appreciate how I feel like I'm talking to another fellow human being rather then a councillor reading a bad scrip.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen speak?
Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen speaks English and Afrikaans.
How many years of experience does Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen have?
Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen has 15 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen licensed to practice?
Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen offer?
Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen?
Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dr. Amanda Van Der Westhuizen?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.