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Dr. Victoria Timm
I am a Counselling Psychologist working in the Rivonia area in Johannesburg. I am also a registered Research Psychologist. Although I have been trained in different approaches I specialise mostly in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT).
I favour this approach as it is evidence-based, meaning that research has shown that the approach works for a broad base of problems of varying severity. However, I do have experience in other therapeutic approaches and therefore tailor the therapy model to each client’s unique needs.
Another reason for my preference for Cognitive Behaviour Therapy is that various techniques are taught to the client enabling them to take skills with them and this reduces the likelihood of relapse.
In short, I have found that a Cognitive Behaviour Therapy approach has helped many people looking for assistance in dealing with the stresses, strains and difficulties that are part of our lives. Furthermore, I find this approach is compatible with my personal beliefs and values that are Christian in orientation.
Training and Supervision Work Experience
I have worked for a number of years at the University of Pretoria training therapists on the professional Masters Programme in Counselling Psychology. I trained the students in research and ethics and the therapeutic model of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy.
As a practicing Christian I have been involved in the Cognitive Behaviour Therapy training of lay counsellors in a church context. I have also compiled and delivered workshops on ethics to both PsyCad and the Vista Clinic. I have supervised a number of masters dissertations with both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies in which I drew on both my therapeutic and research backgrounds.
Qualifications
- MA Counselling Psychology (UP)
- MA Research Psychology (UNISA)
- Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology (University of Pretoria)
Additional qualifications in Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy:
- Primary Practicum in Rational Emotive and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Albert Ellis Institute, New York, USA
- Advanced Practicum in Rational Emotive and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Albert Ellis Institute, New York, USA
