About
Shanna-Lee O'Keeffe
I am a Clinical Psychologist based in Durban, KwaZulu Natal. As an HPCSA registered Psychologist, I am licensed to provide a range of psychological services. I work with a diverse group of clients, including children, adolescents, families, couples and adults. I currently provide online therapy for new and existing clients but can offer in-person sessions in certain contexts.
I work from an integrative and eclectic approach of modalities, with a Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and attachment base. I offer neurodiversity affirming care and also work from an LGBTQIA+ affirmative stance.
About my practice
My Approach
In my clinical practice, I facilitate assessment and psychotherapy services for children, adolescents, families, couples and adults.
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My professional interests include working with individuals who are struggling with:
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Mood Difficulties (eg. Depression, Bipolar etc.)
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Anxiety
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Trauma or Loss
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Relationship Difficulties
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Neurodevelopmental Conditions (such as Autism and ADHD in both children and adults)
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Transitional and Life Challenges (eg. Parenthood, Separation and Divorce, Career/Professional-related)
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Childhood and Adolescent Problems (eg. Mood, anxiety, relational problems, self-harm)
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Gender Identity Development and struggles with self-worth
Qualifications
About me
I completed my MA in Clinical Psychology with distinction at the Nelson Mandela University. My research focus was on couple's relationship therapy. I then completed my internship in Port Elizabeth through Elizabeth Donkin Psychiatric hospital and Livingstone General Hospital and outpatient community clinic.
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For my community service year, I was placed in KwaZulu Natal at Fort Napier Forensic Hospital which included working with adult patients, children and adolescents at the outpatient clinic, as well as community clinic days at Imbalenhle Clinic, working with a diverse group of individuals with varying difficulties. I have also worked as a consultant at the Neurodiversity Centre in Claremont and Durbanville. I collaborated with a team of health professionals to provide multi-disciplinary assessment, support and intervention to children, adolescents, adults and families with neurodevelopmental needs and challenges. I ran a successful private practice in Cape Town for four years, seeing clients with various life challenges and conditions, before relocating to Durban in 2025.