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Nardus Saayman

Clinical Psychologist

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ABOUT ME/BIO

I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 13 years of experience, trained in South Africa and currently practicing at the ClearMinds Center for Emotional Health in JLT, Dubai.

I work with adults and couples, and have a special interest in relationships. Many of the couples I see are navigating the pressures of expat life - long work hours, career uncertainty, cultural differences, isolation from family, or the strain of trying to start or care for a family far from home.

My approach is thoughtful and collaborative, grounded in depth psychology. I don’t believe in quick fixes or one-size-fits-all strategies - instead, I work with each person to understand the patterns, histories, and internal conflicts that shape their experience of life and relationships.

Alongside my couples work, I also support neurodiverse adults, children, and adolescents, as well as their families. I have a particular interest in the inner experience of neurodiversity and how it shapes identity, relationships, and meaning.

General information

CLINIC NAME

ClearMinds Center for Emotional Health

CLINIC ADDRESS

JUMEIRAH LAKES TOWERS (JLT), CLUSTER M HDS BUSINESS CENTER, OFFICE 2904

COUNTRY

United Arab Emirates

EMAIL ADDRESS

PERSONAL PHONE NUMBER

WORK PHONE NUMBER

LANGUAGES

AfrikaansEnglish

PRACTICE

Online

ABOUT Nardus Saayman

PROFESSION

Clinical Psychologist

CREDENTIALS

P.hD; MaClin

LICENSING AUTHORITY

DHA, HPCSA

TYPES OF SERVICES

TherapyAssessment

THERAPY

IndividualsCouplesFamilies

ASSESSMENT

AutismNeurodiversityPersonality

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

Supervision/ConsultationEducational Workshops

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

13

SPECIALIZATIONS

AutismFamily ConflictMen's IssuesObsessions and CompulsionsPersonality DisordersSelf EsteemSpiritualityStress

APPROACH

IntegrativeInternal Family Systems (IFS)PsychoanalyticPsychodynamic

AGE GROUP

16 to 1819 to 2122 to 6465+

WORK HOURS

Can accommodate evenings

APPOINTMENT WAIT TIME

Less than a week from time of contact

PREFERRED CONTACT METHOD

EmailOffice

PREFERRED BOOKING METHOD

Through the ClearMinds Center for Emotional Health

HOW I CAN HELP YOU
This is the starting point, to determine whether I can actually be of help to you. Each therapist has a specific approach to therapy based on their training, personality, experience, and interests. I take great care to make sure that I am the right "fit" for someone looking for a therapist.
WHY I AM SPECIALIZED IN THIS FIELD
I have over 13 years of experience and provide supervision for psychologists and psychiatrists. I have completed a PhD in psychoanalytic psychotherapy and have spent many hours thinking about the complexity of what it means to be human. I have published numerous peer-reviewed articles in renowned journals and have established long-lasting relationships with international clinicians in order to keep growing as a professional. I am also a member of the Ethics Board of the South African Psychoanalytic Confederation, and have also been elected as a member of the Advisory Board for the British Journal of Psychotherapy.
WHAT I SAY TO PEOPLE WHO FEEL NERVOUS OR HAVE CONCERNS ABOUT THERAPY/ASSESSMENT
Say whatever comes to mind, there is no right or wrong way to approach therapy. The fact that it feels anxiety-provoking is probably a sign that you are being intentional and brave about addressing matters very close to your heart.
WHAT MEASURES I USE IN ASSESSMENTS
I primarily use clinical impressions and interviews. I don't use standardised assessments, although I do refer individuals for these types of assessments when required in order to build a holistic view.
SLIDING SCALE OR PRO-BONO
Please contact the clinical in this regard, each case will be considered on its own merit.

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