Gerhard Pretorius Psychotherapy
Individual, Couple & Family Therapy in Rochford, Essex.
Gerhard Pretorius
UKCP Registered Psychotherapist | Individual, Couple and Family Therapy.
A Safe Space for Healing and Growth
Life’s challenges don’t have to be faced alone. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or past trauma, I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing and positive change.
I’m Gerhard Pretorius, a UKCP Registered Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families in Rochford and throughout Essex. I believe in creating a warm, non-judgmental environment where you can explore your experiences and develop the tools for lasting wellbeing.
How I Can Help
Individual Therapy – Support for anxiety, depression, trauma, and personal growth
Couple Therapy – Rebuild connection and improve communication in your relationship
Family Therapy – Navigate family challenges and strengthen bonds
Specialized Approaches – Including EMDR for trauma and innovative treatment options
Why Choose My Practice?
✓ UKCP Registered – Fully qualified and professionally regulated
✓ 20+ Years Experience – Extensive background in NHS and private practice
✓ Evidence-Based Methods – Using proven therapeutic approaches
✓ Compassionate Care – A safe, confidential space to explore and heal
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Taking the first step toward therapy requires courage, and I’m here to make that journey as comfortable as possible. Contact me today for a confidential consultation to discuss how I can support your path to wellbeing.
What Clients Say:
“Your therapy was life changing for my daughter. I waited a few months before emailing you to assess whether there was a positive shift in her mindset – thankfully it is! Your sessions have made a significant difference and I cannot thank you enough.”
“What I particularly liked about your sessions was that you never rushed to get home or onto your next client. You stayed until you felt you had taken the session as far as it needed to go. This clearly demonstrated that you genuinely care about your clients.”
“You are very calm, quiet and unintrusive – this gentle approach placed my teenage daughter at ease and built trust. You do not push things, you gently probed which allowed her to open up as trust grew.”
“We shifted from ‘oh no not a therapy session again’ to her looking forward to seeing you and asking when you were next visiting – which was a big turn around.”
“As a mother I was terrified, facing depression and self-harm… your work has changed that and no words describe how grateful I am. You are passionate about fixing people, not just doing a job to earn a salary.”
— Mother of young client
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