Speak to someone — 012 798 7000.
If you are in immediate danger, contact your nearest emergency service or the SA Mental Health Line on 0800 567 567.
Women in our community carry depression, anxiety and postnatal illness in silence, because it is read as weakness, laziness or a spiritual failing rather than a treatable medical condition. Postnatal depression in particular is common, under-recognised, and highly responsive to treatment.
The maternity patient and the psychiatric patient are frequently the same woman, three months apart. You can be seen privately, here in Soshanguve, without judgement.
What we help with
Postnatal depression.
More than the “baby blues” of the first week. Persistent low mood, hopelessness, crying, trouble bonding with your baby, or frightening thoughts — lasting beyond two weeks — needs help, not shame. It is common, and it responds well to treatment.
Depression and anxiety.
Lasting low mood, loss of interest, constant worry, sleep and appetite changes. Treatable with therapy, medication, or both.
Menopause and mood.
Mood changes, irritability and sleep disruption are physiological, not a character failure — and manageable.
After trauma.
Support is available, confidentially.
What treatment looks like.
A private consultation. A conversation. A plan. Not a judgement.
Our Mental Health Specialists
Psychiatrists
- Dr. PT Mogotlane
- Dr. MGPP Molete
Clinical Psychologists
- Ms. T Mokhesi-Khabane
- Ms. T Sefularo
Contact details for each specialist are listed in our specialist directory.
Practical matters
Departments involved: Psychiatry · Psychology · Social Worker · Maternity · Emergency & Trauma Unit (24/7)
Speak to someone — 012 798 7000.
If you are in immediate danger, contact your nearest emergency service or the SA Mental Health Line on 0800 567 567.
