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Supporting Your Mental Health in Sandton

In-person and Online Counselling Available

Counselling for life’s challenges, from anxiety
and depression to relationship struggles and
personal growth.
A space to talk, reflect, and find clarity.

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“Mental pain is less dramatic than physical pain, but it is more common and also harder to bear. The frequent attempt to conceal mental pain increases the burden: It is easier to say “My tooth is aching’ than to say  ‘My heart is broken’.” -Lewis, 1940

Counselling Psychologist in Sandton

Whilst taking a decision to start therapy can be very daunting, it can also be seen as taking a courageous first step towards investing in your psychological well-being. Life can be very challenging, and the thought of facing your problems on your own can feel very overwhelming.

What brings people to therapy? Usually, it is because of difficulties they may be currently experiencing, which could include struggling with mental health issues such as depression or anxiety, dealing with a distressing situation or navigating problems in a relationship; in all these cases, their usual ways of coping have lost their effectiveness. 

Others may want to learn more about themselves as a way of finding greater fulfilment in their lives or their relationships. In my therapy room, I strive to create a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space, where you can speak openly about your thoughts and feelings as well as explore new insights into yourself, whilst being equipped with skills to foster constructive change and to alleviate distress.

Counselling Psychologist in Sandton

Whilst taking a decision to start therapy can be very daunting, it can also be seen as taking a courageous first step towards investing in your psychological well-being. Life can be very challenging, and the thought of facing your problems on your own can feel very overwhelming.

What brings people to therapy? Usually, it is because of difficulties they may be currently experiencing, which could include struggling with mental health issues such as depression or anxiety, dealing with a distressing situation or navigating problems in a relationship; in all these cases, their usual ways of coping have lost their effectiveness. 

Others may want to learn more about themselves as a way of finding greater fulfilment in their lives or their relationships. In my therapy room, I strive to create a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space, where you can speak openly about your thoughts and feelings as well as explore new insights into yourself, whilst being equipped with skills to foster constructive change and to alleviate distress.

Meet Patty Sabbagh

Hullo, I’m Patty Sabbagh, a Counselling Psychologist in Sandton, who is dedicated to providing the highest quality of work in my role as a therapist. I have a passion for human relationships and supporting people. I provide therapy to individuals, couples, pre-marital couples and families.

I hold a Master’s Degree in Psychology from Monash University and have gained invaluable experience during my internship years by working in a wide variety of settings. Prior to this, my work experience in the corporate world has given me a good understanding of work-related stressors.

My work as a psychologist in both South Africa and Australia has afforded me the opportunity and an enriching experience of working with clients from diverse backgrounds. My clients describe me as warm, a thoughtful listener, insightful and quietly challenging. I offer sessions online, face-to-face, after hours and also on Saturdays.

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Meet Patty Sabbagh

Hullo, I’m Patty Sabbagh, a Counselling Psychologist in Sandton, who is dedicated to providing the highest quality of work in my role as a therapist. I have a passion for human relationships and supporting people. I provide therapy to individuals, couples, pre-marital couples and families.

I hold a Master’s Degree in Psychology from Monash University and have gained invaluable experience during my internship years by working in a wide variety of settings. Prior to this, my work experience in the corporate world has given me a good understanding of work-related stressors.

My work as a psychologist in both South Africa and Australia has afforded me the opportunity and an enriching experience of working with clients from diverse backgrounds. My clients describe me as warm, a thoughtful listener, insightful and quietly challenging. I offer sessions online, face-to-face, after hours and also on Saturdays.

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Psychological Services Offered:

Individual Adult Therapy

Focused one-on-one sessions tailored to your emotional landscape, patterns, and needs, aimed at fostering meaningful change.

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Couples Therapy

A safe and supportive environment for partners to enhance communication, rebuild trust, or manage conflict collectively.

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Family Therapy

When communication breaks down at home, small issues can escalate rapidly. Family therapy provides a space to understand each other better, reduce tensions, and start mending relationships together, in the same room.

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Pre-Marital Counselling

A space for couples to explore expectations, strengthen communication, and lay the groundwork for a lasting partnership.

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Grief and Loss

Coping with the loss of someone or something you love is one of life’s greatest challenges. Grief counselling is a time and place where you get to talk about your losses and how these have affected your life.

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Conditions Treated:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Grief & Loss
  • Relationship Difficulties
  • Break-Ups (Relationship & Divorce)
  • Adjustment Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Conflict Management
  • Work Stress & Burnout
  • Personal Growth
  • Trauma

Ready to Begin?

Taking the first step can feel difficult, but it does not have to be confusing. Here is how to get started:

1. Get in Touch

Send a message or complete the contact form to connect and ask any initial questions.

2. Have a Consultation with Patty Sabbagh

Book a consultation to discuss your concerns and determine if therapy is the right fit for you.

3. Begin the Work Towards Emotional Wellness

Take active steps towards clarity, understanding, and change.

Testimonials

C. and D.

D and I started dating in 2009 and connected at first glance. It was as if our hearts had found a ‘home’ within each other with no real extra effort. As most relationships go through life’s cycles of ups and downs, we found ourselves with a breakdown in communication 3 years in. In effect we had lost our special connection and were lost to how to find it again. Stuck in the ugly arguments, resentment and that familiar ‘chase and run’ pattern of wanting to be with each other but also run away into our independence, we decided to take a ‘break’ and press pause in hopes it would reset what we knew was a special foundation.We are forever grateful that we found Patty in those 6 weeks in which she helped show us the love we share, our similarities, our special bond and helped realign us back together. Her sessions weren’t just talking through our feelings, each session would have proactive tasks, readings and actioning our emotions and thoughts into healing and reconnection. We have leant on the tool kit that Patty helped us develop all the way back in 2012 numerous of times. 2025 marks our amazing 10-year wedding anniversary together in which we celebrated all our highs and lows and our incredible two daughters and amazingly blessed life together.Couples therapy is not a weakness and when tackled together in growth and effort, the strength of communication allows for so much healing.Thank you, Patty, for being the incredibly empathetic and soft catalyst in our relationship journey.C and D

★★★★★

I. S.

I first saw Patty when I was faced with a large life hurdle, and I couldn’t have asked for a more professional, kind and skilled person to help me navigate my way through the challenge.She was able to facilitate my girls through the process to the other side and today I am sincerely grateful for her guidance and wisdom. I have continued to see Patty over the years and she has helped me understand and reshape my thinking on many aspects of my life. I have found her approach different to other people in her field because she makes you think your waythrough the issues, and whilst she is a sounding board and there to offer guidance, I often feel as though it has been a symbiotic solution. I am very grateful to have had her make me grow into a more grounded and accepting person.
★★★★★

N. J.

Patty was recommended to me by a friend at a time when I was struggling with a particular challenge in my life. From the very beginning, she offered a neutral and supportive space where I felt truly listened to, which was such a relief. She is attentive, caring, and present, and through her guidance and coaching I was able to work through an issue I had felt completely stuck on. With her support, I found the confidence to take steps I didn’t think I could manage on my own. What I value most is that, beyond helping me address that specific challenge, Patty has become someone I know I can turn to whenever I feel overwhelmed or need support navigating new difficulties. Working with her has been incredibly valuable, and I’m deeply grateful for the progress I’ve made.
★★★★★

K.

I was referred to Patty during such a dark time in my life, although we met over Skype, I initially didn’t expect to have the connection as I did with her, she managed to open me up and let me see the side of myself that I didn’t know was there. I will always be grateful for her!
★★★★★

L. P.

I first reached out during a difficult time in a relationship, and from the beginning, Patty created a safe space where I could be honest, vulnerable and completely myself. When my family and I went through emotional upheaval, she checked in regularly, listened without judgement and gently helped me work through everything. Over time, she has supported me through many painful chapters: the death of my aunt, a painful breakup and a toxic work situation. When I was diagnosed with cancer, she showed up again – with a care pack, thoughtful calls and unwavering support. Even now, as I build my business, she continues to stand beside me. Her patience, insight and compassion have shifted the way I see myself and how I respond to challenges. I’m incredibly grateful and I feel comforted knowing Patty’s there whenever I need support.
★★★★★

A. and S.

Patty is a standout therapist! We are so grateful for her guidance. She created a safe space for both my husband and I to be heard, and her calm, balanced approach made all the difference. She offered not only wisdom and patience but also practical tools that helped us understand each other better and move forward in a healthier way. Truly an outstanding therapist!
★★★★★

S. A.

I would not hesitate to recommend Patty Sabbagh’s therapy services. She’s everything you’d want in a psychologist and more. She’s empathetic, a phenomenal listener and always created a safe space for me to share. She helped me navigate through some of my most challenging relationships and work / life in general. I found her insights extremely valuable, and even to this day, I reflect on some of her observations with awe.
★★★★★

J.L.

I worked with Patty for a number of years, during a very difficult time in my life. She was patient, calm and considerate and took the time to allow me to explore my own feelings of guilt, sadness and low self-confidence. Patty allowed me to regain this confidence, forgive myself, and move forward to have healthy, happy relationships. I will always be grateful to Patty for the positive influence she made on my life.
★★★★★