Garret Barnwell is a clinical psychologist offering psychotherapy for adults and teenagers in Parktown North, Johannesburg.

I provide psychotherapy and assessments in person or online. My therapeutic style affirms the inherent value of each individual.

I am guided by what you bring to the therapeutic process and value the importance of the therapeutic relationship. I ground my work in evidence and will work with your personal strengths to overcome the challenges confronting you. 

I have a warm approach, and therapy offers a space that is non-judgemental and confidential, where you may be yourself.

Some of the areas that I work on include (but are not limited to): 

• Existential concerns whether related to life and death, grief, or broader angst about the world we are living in
• Life transitions (e.g., school, at work, immigration, taking on new roles in the family)
• Relationship distress whether at school, work or in your personal relationships
• Occupational stress and burnout (e.g., healthcare workers)
• Depression, loss and melancholia
• Panic attacks, compulsions, or anxiety
• Acute trauma, post-traumatic stress and other significant stress responses
• Living with chronic health issues (e.g., diabetes, cancer, pain)
• Support during recovery from psychosis, hearing voices, paranoia, mania or other states that may be challenging to process
• Men’s issues (such as relationship conflict and masculinity)
• Climate anxiety and eco-grief 

Psychological Assessment

In-depth psychological assessments can sometimes help complement treatment, gain clarity in complex situations or be part of personal development, for instance. I am accredited in several gold standard personality assessments, such as the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory 2 (MMPI-2), Millon Clinical Multiaxial Inventory – Fourth Edition (MCMI-IV), the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), 16 Personality Factor Version 5 (16PF5) and other personality assessments.  I do not provide scholastic assessments nor offer neuropsychological evaluations.

Appointments 

For more information or to make an appointment, contact 0605875445 or email  info@garretbarnwell.com

If you call, I may be in a session and will be unable to pick up the call. If you do not get through to me, please send me a Whatsapp or an email and I will get back to you as soon as possible.

Rooms

My rooms are at 82 1st Avenue East, Parktown North (just off of Jan Smuts Avenue).

Billing

I charge standard rates that are on a par with medical aid schemes. I am registered with several medical aids (e.g., Discovery) and, depending on your plan, can bill directly for you.

Practice Hours

Sessions usually take place once or twice per week depending on the reason for seeking psychotherapy. My practice hours are:

Monday

8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Tuesday

8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Wednesday

8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Thursday

8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Friday

8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed