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Kirsten Farquharson

Psychologist And Mental Health Expert
Cape Town

Summary

Accomplished psychologist and practice owner with over 8 years of experience in delivering comprehensive psychological services, including assessments and therapy. Expertise in managing practice operations while mentoring junior clinicians to ensure high standards of care and professional development. Proven track record in effectively managing client rosters and providing tailored psychological support. Additionally, experienced freelance writer capable of producing insightful articles under tight deadlines, complemented by strong English tutoring skills, creating a unique blend of clinical expertise, operational management, and exceptional communication abilities.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Psychologist and Practice Owner

West Coast Psychology Practice
03.2022 - Current
  • Administered a full client caseload, offering a broad range of psychological services involving assessments and therapy. Managed the practice operations and provided supervision to junior clinicians.

Psychologist Associate

Blaauwberg Therapy Centre
01.2017 - 02.2021
  • Managed a complete client roster by providing psychological services, including assessments, and therapy sessions.

Freelance Writer

My Family Club Ltd.
01.2016 - 09.2016
  • Worked as a freelance writer, producing articles on diverse topics within tight deadlines.

English Tutor

ACLE
06.2016 - 08.2016
  • Instructed English as a second language, enhancing students' language proficiency and communication skills.

Counselling Psychologist Intern

Rhodes University Clinic and Counselling Centre
01.2013 - 12.2013
  • Managed a complete client roster by providing psychological services, including assessments, and therapy sessions.

Education

Masters - Counselling Psychology

Rhodes University
12.2013

Honours - Psychology

Rhodes University
12.2011

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and Drama

Rhodes University
12.2010

Skills

  • Psychology
  • English
  • Adaptability
  • Communication
  • Multitasking
  • Computer Literacy
  • Advanced Counselling Skills
  • Content Creation

Publications

Journal Article

  • Meehan, T., & Farquharson, K. L. (2012). Community as outsider witness: Utilising community members in the reconstruction of problem-saturated identities. Journal of Psychology in Africa, 22(4), 567-574.

Podcast

  • Farquharson, K & Du Toit D. (2020). How to Mental Health: Lockdown Edition. 35 Episodes posted from 27 March 2020 – 30 April 2020. https://open.spotify.com/show/7glKpUUcy8nBT8XIwXfExm?si=fHHSAV-xRNatXvS93b-e3Q.

Timeline

Psychologist and Practice Owner

West Coast Psychology Practice
03.2022 - Current

Psychologist Associate

Blaauwberg Therapy Centre
01.2017 - 02.2021

English Tutor

ACLE
06.2016 - 08.2016

Freelance Writer

My Family Club Ltd.
01.2016 - 09.2016

Counselling Psychologist Intern

Rhodes University Clinic and Counselling Centre
01.2013 - 12.2013

Honours - Psychology

Rhodes University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and Drama

Rhodes University

Masters - Counselling Psychology

Rhodes University
Kirsten FarquharsonPsychologist And Mental Health Expert