About Calynn Walker
I have always had a special interest in people. This natural curiosity encouraged a passion and dedication to the field of psychology. Currently, I run a private practice in Pretoria and lecture at the South African College of Applied Psychology (SACAP). I believe the greatest tool we have to offer is a safe space for clients to feel validated, cared for and understood. I am warm, empathic, and friendly in my therapy room and believe that nobody can give you wiser advice than yourself.
My Approach
Personally, I enjoy using Person-Centered Therapy, Positive Psychology and most importantly Interactional Therapy. This approach uses an integrative foundation to understand and assist clients. The techniques used in therapy focus on symptom reduction, enhanced social relationships and psychoeducation. My focus in therapy generally covers behaviours, thoughts, emotions, and relationships for a holistic treatment plan.
What Clients I Work With
I work with adolescents, adults and the elderly. I perform both individual, couples' and family counselling. I can work with grief, trauma, addiction, job/life stress, family challenges, relationship challenges, financial troubles, depression, anxiety, personality disorders and a host of other issues that bring people to therapy.
I do not work with severe psychopathology, if this is the type of assistance you require I would recommend heading to your nearest emergency centre or clinic.
Unfortunately, I do not perform assessments for school readiness and career/subject choice or assessments for forensic/legal purposes. If this is what you are looking for, allow me to refer you to my associate Emma Thomas
Please do not hesitate to contact me should you be unsure of the type of assistance you need.
Education
Masters in Counselling Psychology
University of the Witwatersrand
B.Soc.Sci Psychology Honours
South African College of Applied Psychology
Certificate in Logotherapy, Introductory and Intermediate Level
Victor Frankl Institute of South Africa / University of South Africa
Certificate in HIV/Aids: Care and Counselling
University of South Africa
Certificate in Mentorship
University of South Africa
Certificate in Business Administration and Management
Damelin
BA Humanities
University of the Witwatersrand
Experience
Counselling Psychologist and Founder
The Resilience Room
Psychology Lecturer
South African College of Applied Psychology
Consultant Psychologist
Spine@Kloof - Mediclinic Kloof Hospital
Psychologist in Private Practice
Calynn Walker Associate Psychologists
Psychology Lecturer
Varsity College Pretoria
Locum Psychologist
at various Pretoria hospitals
MA Psychology Internship
Stabilis Treatment Centre