Psychologist | Sielkundige l Dr. Sylvia Kruger l Jhene Botha

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About Me

Sylvia Kruger Psychologist Sielkundige Potchefstroom therapy terapie

About Dr. Sylvia Kruger

My name is Sylvia Kruger, and I am a Counselling Psychologist based in Potchefstroom. My goal to support clients in reaching their full potential and realise their dreams within a compassionate, caring, and professional environment. I am deeply committed to helping poeple transform personal challenges into meaningful, life-enhancing opportunities.

I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults across various contexts. In addition to thearpy, I offer psychometric assessments, career guidance and personal development support. I am also a qualified teacher, which enriches my understanding of development and educational dynamics in my work with clients.

I am passionate about psychology and believe in empowering individuals to grow, heal and thrive. I have a special interest in supporting people living with diabetes, helping them navigate the emotional and psychological aspects of the condition.

Professional Registrations and Memberships

Member of the Golden Key International Honour Society

Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Conselling Psychologist; Independent practice

Registered with the Board of Healthcare funders (BHF)

Registered with the South African Council for Educators (SACE)

HPCSA: PS 0144738

PR. 0838608

Qualifications

PhD Psychology

North West University, Potchefstroom

MA Counselling Psychology

North West University, Potchefstroom

BSocSci Psychology Honours

University of Pretoria

BA Psychology

University of Pretoria

Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)

University of Pretoria

My Approach

My therapeutic approach is integrative and tailored to each client's unique needs. I often draw on Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Positive Psychology to promote resilience, self-awareness and lasting change.

My core beliefs start with my commitment to the best interest of my clients and helping clients to overcome challenges and to grow as a person.

About Jhené Botha
Jhené Botha will join Potchefstroom Therapy Centre in February 2026

My name is Jhené Botha, and I am a Clinical Psychologist dedicated to creating a compassionate and empathic space where individuals can deepen their self-understanding, grow, heal, and work towards meaningful and lasting change.

I am deeply passionate and driven to support individuals across all age groups—children, adolescents, and adults—in enhancing their psychological well-being by helping them manage their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. As a psychologist, I recognise that each person’s journey is unique; therefore, I tailor my therapeutic approach and treatment plans to align with each individual’s specific therapeutic needs.

My services also include conducting psychological assessments, during which I use interviews, observation, and psychometric tools to assist in diagnosis and inform appropriate treatment for various psychological conditions.

My Approach

My therapeutic approach is warm, caring, and strongly rooted in empathy and non-judgement. Through this, I strive to create a supportive and containing environment where individuals feel safe and comfortable exploring the challenges they are facing.
I work primarily from an eclectic framework, integrating methods and theories from various schools of thought. This allows me to draw on therapeutic approaches such as psychodynamic therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and humanistic therapy to develop comprehensive and effective treatment plans.

Professional Registrations and Memberships

Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Clinical Psychologist; Independent practice

Registration with the Board of Healthcare funders (BHF) to follow

HPCSA: PS 0162426

PR.