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Counselling Services

Equine Assisted Counselling

calming horse therapy
calming horse therapy
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Individual or group counselling sessions offered in a natural, holistic environment with horses as co-therapists.

Clients are able to find connection and awareness with the horses through tailored activities designed around their therapeutic goals.

Quiet, comfortable counselling space set up for somatic tracking and anxiety management
Quiet, comfortable counselling space set up for somatic tracking and anxiety management

In-office Counselling

Individual counselling sessions which take place in a comfortable counselling room in the heart of Newlands.

Areas of special interest include: stress, anxiety, chronic pain/illness and emotional support.

Clients can enjoy the convenience and privacy of a dedicated therapeutic space.

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Demonstration of gentle tremor exercises used in TRE for nervous system regulation and chronic pain
Demonstration of gentle tremor exercises used in TRE for nervous system regulation and chronic pain

TRE®

TRE® (Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises) is a body-based practice designed to support the nervous system in releasing excess stress and tension.

TRE® does not require talking about past experiences or trauma. Instead, it works directly with the body and nervous system in a gradual and safe way.

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Tara du Plessis Registered Counsellor Newlands offering counselling for anxiety, chronic pain
Tara du Plessis Registered Counsellor Newlands offering counselling for anxiety, chronic pain
Therapeutic approach of evidence based therapies and a compassionate down to earth space
Therapeutic approach of evidence based therapies and a compassionate down to earth space

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I am qualified in:

-Equine Assisted Counselling

-TRE® (Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises)

-ACT For Chronic Pain

-Pain Reprocessing Therapy

-EAET for Chronic Pain.

I offer counselling and TRE® at my private practice in Newlands, Cape Town. Equine assisted counselling is offered at various venues in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town.

Life can feel overwhelming when you’re navigating anxiety, stress, chronic pain, or complex relationship dynamics. Whether you are facing a specific challenge or simply trying to find your footing through a difficult season, you don't have to carry it alone.

My approach is warm, practical and down to earth. I offer a compassionate space where we can slow down, listen to what your mind and body are telling you, and work together toward meaningful healing.

I work well with individuals navigating:

-Anxiety & chronic stress

-Chronic pain & physical symptoms

-Relationship dynamics & boundary-setting

-Life transitions, overwhelm, & personal growth

-Nervous system regulation & trauma

Get in touch

Address

6 Oak Lane, Newlands, Cape Town

Contact

072 093 7205
taracounsels@gmail.com