Brett Pepper- Clinical Psychologist

Sometimes, without knowing exactly how or why, we come to a stuck place in our lives. Asking for help is often a difficult step, and one which takes some personal courage and a small bit of faith. This is why it is important to choose to speak to someone whom you feel you can get along with and who provides you with a comfortable and private space in which to unburden yourself.

I am a clinical psychologist trained at Wits and with experience in a range of different settings including in-patient hospital care, outpatient care and management, as well as community based care. I am involved in continuous and thorough professional development to insure that I provide my clients with the best care and assistance possible. I strive to provide a service that is person-centred and unique to your needs, and the process is always one of co-operation and mutual trust. My aim is to help you remove or overcome the obstacles that get in the way of you living a fulfilled and whole life, wherever these obstacles present themselves- personally, professionally, or in relationships.

I am psychodynamically oriented which means I draw on over 100 years worth of tried and tested psychological learning and that I understand the varied and unique nature of individual development from birth to death. Some people may find my open and reflective approach to be anxiety provoking at first since it is non directive. I do not regularly give advice or tell you how to live your life. Instead I listen for the inner voices that you carry and try to explore with you how these voices get in the way of a fulfilled life or maintain unhelpful behaviours and patterns. My job is not to judge you or evaluate you but rather to walk with you and support you when things get tough.