Gerard Erasmus

I have been a clinical psychologist since 1993 and have worked in private practice, the corporate world and the public sector. I am originally from South Africa and also speak Afrikaans.

I work individually with adults who have experienced or been burdened by relationship difficulties (stale or strained close relationships), workplace issues (injuries, unfair treatment, job dissatisfaction), loss (death of a loved one, divorce, separations or break-ups) and trauma (family violence, childhood or more recent abuse, exposure to death or the suffering of others). I also work with those who, due to circumstances in their lives, may feel demoralised, overwhelmed, devalued, worried, angry, not in control, unsafe, disconnected from others, not belonging, blamed or ashamed.

I use an integrative approach drawing from the principles and understandings of psychodynamic, interpersonal and cognitive-behavioural therapies in an attempt to cater for clients’ unique needs, preferences and circumstances.

My approach is also based on clear expectations about how we will work together to alleviate distress and in a general sense aimed at better self-understanding, the know-how to make the necessary changes for a more fulfilling life as well as being equipped to manage future difficulties.
I completed a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of Pretoria, South Africa.

Gerard runs his own independent practice and engages Perth Psychology Collective to provide administrative and other business services to enable him to provide assessment and treatment to his clients.