Petrus Naude, NCPS

Petrus Naude is a UK-credentialed therapist with ten years of professional experience who supports children, young people, adolescents, and adults from diverse national and cultural backgrounds. He holds the NCPS credential, a professional qualification listed with his practice, and offers therapy in both English and Afrikaans.

Petrus works with a broad range of concerns, including stress and anxiety, depression, self-esteem and motivation, LGBT-related issues, and coping with life changes. He also addresses more specific areas such as abandonment, adoption and foster care, attachment difficulties, family of origin and fatherhood issues, body image and commitment struggles, dissociation and feelings of emptiness, as well as relationship and communication problems. His practice includes support around BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture where relevant to clients concerns.

Throughout his clinical work Petrus emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment plans to fit each person he meets. He guides clients toward practical skills and personal insight while adapting methods to individual needs. He recognises that starting therapy can take courage and acknowledges clients for taking that step, and he looks forward to accompanying people through their personal journeys.

Therapeutic approaches and how they translate online

Petrus draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being driven by them, focusing on values-led action that can reduce avoidance and improve wellbeing. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, offering practical strategies for anxiety, depression, and stress. In addition, Client-Centered Therapy provides a supportive, nonjudgemental space where the therapist follows the client’s lead to build insight and self-acceptance.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Petrus works collaboratively with each person to find methods that match their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. He will review progress and adapt the plan as needed so therapy remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy with Petrus includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for people with busy schedules, limited mobility, or who live far from local services. These options make it easier to schedule regular sessions, maintain continuity of care, and access licensed professionals and therapists from different locations.