Hermi Viljoen

Trauma, illness, grief and life transitions block our abilities to think creatively, and this affects our problem-solving skills. By means of well researched and evidence-based approaches, I make use of music, art, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Guided Imagery and Music and MARI (Mandala Assessment Research Instrument) informed interventions.

Mental health treatment is not a "one-size-fits-all". I take the time to put together a therapy plan based on your budget, time, and emotional needs. This plan is not set in stone. As we do the work, the plan adjusts to suit your needs. This offers you additional support and guidance on you healing journey. This makes my therapeutic approach mainly consist of a collaborative process where client and therapist embark on a journey of recovery and healing together. We will identify obstacles, gently explore them on a pace you are comfortable with and put together a manageable and realistic path forward.

For the past 7 years I have worked in private practice This offered me the honor in working with people of all walks of life and in various contexts such as recovery centers, schools for children with communication difficulties and other special needs, adults with complex mental health diagnoses and people with intellectual and physical disabilities. I also have extensive work experience in Traumatic Brain Injury survivors and assisting them throughout their rehabilitation process and adjusting to life after injury. Additionally, I have extensive experience in working in EAP and other work-related emotional struggles.

MMus Music Therapy (2016) University of Pretoria, South Africa BMus Music (2013) University of Pretoria, South Africa

Additional training: Palliative Care (2024) Makaton signing level 1-4 (2020) Psychological First Aid (PFA) (2020) Mandala Assessment Research Instrument (MARI) (2019) Guided Imagery and Music: Helen Bonnie Method Level III (2018)