UKZN Centre for Applied Psychology

01/04/2026

Silence isn’t strength.
Speaking up is.

Link in Bio.

01/04/2026

31/03/2026

Post #2 in this series: Exploring Effective Study Methods 🎓🧩📝🚀✨

Effective learning isn’t about time spent, but rather the strategy used.

Better study methods lead to improved academic performance and can result in better career opportunities in the future 🌱🎓✨

If you are feeling stuck in your studies or unsure about your next steps, it might be time to gain some clarity.
✨ Book a career guidance session or assessment to better understand your strengths and career interests.

18/03/2026

The Centre for Applied Psychology (CAP) at UKZN Howard Campus is open to the public 🧠📝✨

Scan the QR code to book your session 🌱✨

17/03/2026

Your mental health matters just as much as your physical health 🤍

Protect your peace, protect your body 🌱✨

16/03/2026

Mental Health First Aid: because knowing how to support someone can change and possibly save a life 🧠🌸✨

12/03/2026

The main objective of the Centre for Applied Psychology (CAP) is to provide psychotherapy, counselling, and assessment services for adults and children.

The Psychology Clinic is located at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Howard College Campus.
We are open from March to September each year, and our therapy sessions are by appointment only.
We do not have a “Walk-In” counselling service.

We offer short-term treatments for the following concerns:
Ø Depression
Ø Interpersonal conflict
Ø Anxiety
Ø Trauma
Ø Behavioural concerns
Ø HIV/ Aids (Pre, post, and ongoing counselling)
Ø Personality Disorders
Ø Couple and Marriage counselling

Support groups are also available for:
Ø Anxiety
Ø Depression
Ø HIV/ Aids

We are providing time-limited psychological services to individuals. The first 3 sessions will be free of charge. Thereafter, if you would like to continue counselling, the rate will be R200 per session.

Our assessments are R1 700 per assessment. This includes the Assessment report.
Unfortunately, we will not be able to assist in school-related/Educational Assessments.

Services include one-on-one psychotherapy, support groups for individuals experiencing psychological distress, and support groups for those facing difficulties.

Services will be Face-to-Face counselling at our clinic. We also offer online Support on the Zoom video conferencing and text therapy platforms.
Support groups will run for a period of 1.5 hours, while individual therapy will last for 1 hour.

If you are interested in counselling, please follow the link and complete our online referral form:
https://forms.gle/srF8goQWDxqWcT4e6

You will be added to our waiting list and will be contacted as soon as we have a counsellor available.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Our Counselling service run from April - September each year due to the fact that we are a Training Institution. All requests after September will be added to out list for the following year with our new cohort of Trainee Psychologists. The main objective of the Centre for App...

08/03/2026

Meet the Masters Class of 2026! ☺️

Our trainee psychologists, under professional supervision, are here to provide psychotherapy, counselling, and assessments services for adults and children.

Book a session with us. Link in Bio 🙂‍↕️✨

02/03/2026

Snapping. Shutting down. Regretting it after.

You don’t need more willpower.
You need better tools.

Learn practical strategies to manage triggers and stay in control.

Book confidentially. Link in bio.

01/09/2025

Workplace Counselling: Supporting Mental Wellbeing at Work 🌿

Your mental health matters as much as your productivity.
Workplace counselling provides a safe, confidential space to talk about challenges you may face, whether work-related or personal.

✨ Benefits of workplace counselling include:
✅ Reducing stress and burnout.
✅ Improving focus and productivity.
✅ Strengthening coping skills.

💼 A healthier mind = a healthier workplace.

01/09/2025

💙 September is Su***de Awareness Month 💙

Every life matters. Every voice matters. Every story matters.

You are not alone.
If you are struggling, please know that reaching out is a sign of courage, not weakness.
There is help. There is hope. 💛

👉 Check in with your loved ones. A simple message or call can make a world of difference.

📞 If you or someone you know is thinking about su***de, please reach out:
In South Africa: Call SADAG Su***de Crisis Helpline 0800 567 567

Let’s break the silence, end the stigma, and spread kindness.

Together, we can create a world where no one feels they have to struggle alone. 💙💛

***deAwareness

Contact us
Email: psychclinic@ukzn.ac.za
Phone: 031 260 2612/7425

01/08/2025

📚 Feeling the Pressure? You're Not Alone. 🧠

As exam season approaches, many students feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, and the pressure to succeed. It's completely normal to feel this way, but it’s also important to take care of your mental health during this time.