Hello, my name is Catherine Govender. I work mainly with people that have been affected by head injuries and neurology-related conditions, offering psychological assessment and therapeutic support. I also provide individual and family interventions for those dealing with conditions such as mood disorders and anxiety.
There are many ways to describe change, but ultimately, the most important description of change is the one that you use to make sense of your experience.
People experiencing change in how their brains work - and those around them - navigate a grief process. Some reach moments of acceptance early on in their journeys, while others find themselves rooted in one of the stages of the journey.
Wherever you find yourself, my role is to work with you to navigate your path toward healing.
Services
Neuropsychology assessments
An assessment will help us to understand how your brain is currently operating and how this influences...
Read MoreInterventions
When it comes to psychological intervention, I have a systems-centred approach: I focus on interactions and relationships between the individual...
Read MoreCommon reasons for consultation
Depression does not discriminate, it can affect anyone. It is a common and serious disorder...
Read MoreAdjustment, Anxiety and Stress
Work problems, illness, death of a loved one or any sudden life changes can cause stress. If you have an adjustment disorder...
Read MoreTrauma and bereavement
Trauma is a person’s emotional response to an extremely distressing event. Trauma can manifest itself emotionally...
Read MoreDementia
Dementia is not a single disease - it’s a general term that has been used to define a person’s impaired ability to remember, think or make decisions...
Read MoreAdjustment to brain changes & acquired brain injuries
Problems in how our brains work can arise at various stages in our lives - not only when we are elderly...
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