Affirming Practitioners Directory
The healthcare providers listed below are verified PATHSA members who have consented to having their information made publicly available in this directory. By completing the registration process, each practitioner has confirmed their understanding of what it means to be affirming, and has committed to PATHSA’s principles of care and constitutional values. Healthcare providers who are members of PATHSA must be registered with a regulatory body in order to qualify for membership.
To be listed here, practitioners have agreed to:
- Uphold PATHSA’s mission to provide holistic, gender-affirming healthcare that supports the self-actualisation of trans and gender-diverse people.
- Ensure their care is inclusive and affirming, respecting the identities, lived experiences, and rights of all patients.
- Foster supportive environments that meet the unique needs of trans and gender-diverse individuals, in line with PATHSA’s objective to promote well-being.
- Acknowledge the power dynamics typically present in healthcare interactions, and actively work to dismantle hierarchies that can undermine equitable care.
In addition, each provider has confirmed that they will:
- Abide by PATHSA’s constitution, including its objectives to build networks, promote best practices, and advocate for institutional and legislative change that benefits trans and gender-diverse people.
- Commit to PATHSA’s values of inclusivity, advocacy, respect, and empowerment, affirming the dignity and self-determination of all patients.
- Incorporate indigenous perspectives and acknowledge the cultural diversity of South Africa in their approach to care.
- Uphold the ethical responsibility to provide affirming, non-discriminatory care and to challenge harmful dynamics within the healthcare system.
PATHSA members who would like to be included in the directory can complete the form here.
Medical Doctors
| Profession | Name | Contact | Location | About / Area | Language | Accessibility | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical doctor and sexologist | Jireh Serfontein | 0128168240 | jireh.serfontein@mysexualhealth.co.za | Pretoria (also online) | Sexual health, HIV management and prevention, Gender affirming care | English, Afrikaans | Wheelchair access; Service animals friendly | Does not claim directly from medical aids |
| General Practitioner | Robyn Milton | 0814083009 (WhatsApp) | contact@docrobyn.co.za | www.docrobyn.co.za (booking form) | Claremont, Cape Town (also online) | General practitioner with an interest in sexual and mental health. I offer a queer, neurodivergent, trauma informed and sex positive support structure in my practice | English | Wheelchair access; Service animals friendly; Sensory Considerations | R600 - R1200; offers discounted rates; contracted with most medical aids |
| General Practitioner | Anastacia Tomson | doc.tomson@gmail.com | www.myfamily.gp | Sea Point, Cape Town (also online) | English | Service animals friendly; Sensory Considerations | ||
| General Practitioner | Megan Martin | megan@drmeganmartin.com | www.drmeganmartin.com | Cape Town (also online) | Sexual Health, Menopause & Gender Affirming Healthcare | English | Service animals friendly; Sensory Considerations | |
Surgeons
| Profession | Name | Contact | Location | About / Area | Language | Accessibility | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon | Kevin Adams | info@academyofplasticsurgery.co.za | Claremont, Cape Town | Kevin has been actively involved in gender affirming healthcare since 2007 and is a founding member of the Groote Schuur Hospital multi-disciplinary transgender clinic; he provides Gender Affirming surgery (invasive & non-invasive) | English | Wheelchair access; Sensory Considerations; Service animals friendly | First consultation (usually 1 hour) R3000; 30min R1500 |
Mental Health Care Providers
| Profession | Name | Contact | Location | About / Area | Language | Accessibility | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Counselling Psychologist | Tiaan "Tee" Landman | 07615345492 | psychologist@tiaanlandman.co.za | www.tiaanlandman.co.za | Pretoria (also online) | I run a general mental health practice with a special interest in gender affirming healthcare and neurodivergence | English, Afrikaans | Wheelchair access; Service animals friendly; Sensory Considerations; Gender inclusive bathrooms | Medical aid rates |
| Clinical Psychologist | Linda Mkhize | 0645134982 | lmkhizepsychologist@gmail.com | www.lindamkhize.com | Craighall Park, Johannesburg (also online) | As a Clinical Psychologist, I create a safe and respectful environment for your journey towards well-being. My practice is deeply committed to LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy, recognising and addressing the unique social and systemic realities faced by this community. I provide supportive and empowering therapy, fostering growth and self-discovery, whether navigating questions of gender and sexuality or addressing other life challenges. | English, isiZulu | Wheelchair access | R1200 50-60min |
| Psychiatrist | Allanah Wilson | 0218795616 | info@drawilson.com | Claremont, Cape Town (also online) | English | Wheelchair access; Service animals friendly; Sensory Considerations | Contracted with Discovery, GEMS, Fedhealth, Bankmed, Bonitas, Momentum | |
| Counselling Psychologist | Cheryl Malek | info@cherylpsych.co.za | www.cherylpsych.co.za | Northcliff, Johannesburg (also online) | Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Neuro-affirming and gender affirming therapy. | English | Sensory Considerations | R1240 50-60min; contracted with all medical aids |
| Registered Counsellor | Aurora Brown | 0723132524 | aurorabrowncounselling@gmail.com | www. aurorabcounselling.com | Sunningdale, Cape Town (also online) | Gender-affirming mental healthcare, sexuality, identity development and self-concept, adapting to life changes, relationships and communication, emotion regulation, stress and burnout, conflict resolution, grief and loss, optimised well-being | English, Afrikaans (conversational) | Wheelchair access; Service animals friendly; Sensory Considerations | R550 50min; not contracted with any medical aid |
| Clinical Psychologist | Alexa Scher | psychologist@alexascher.co.za | www.alexascher.co.za | Muizenberg, Cape Town (also online) | I integrate various approaches, depending on the needs of the client, such as ACT, CBT, DBT, Schema Mode Therapy and EMDR | English | Online only | R900 60min; contracted with most medical aids |
| Clinical Psychologist | Chris McLachlan | 0827743727 (WhatsApp) | Hilton, Kwa-Zulu Natal (also online) | Gender affirming healthcare support. Psychotherapy - LGBTIQA+ community and/or neuro gifted community. Also working in the field of trauma - survivors of SGBV and conversion practices | English, Afrikaans | Service animals friendly; Sensory Considerations | Contracted with medical aids |
| Clinical Psychologist | Jordan du Toit | jordan.du.toit@gmail.com | www.jordandutoit.co.za | Melville, Johannesburg (also online) | LGBTQIA mental health, neurodivergence, couples therapy, sex therapy | English | Wheelchair access; Service animals friendly; Sensory Considerations | R1200 50-60min; contracted with most medical aids |
| Clinical Psychologist | Jenna-Lee de Beer-Procter | practice@queerpsychologist.co.za | www.queerpsychologist.co.za | District 6, Cape Town (also online) | Gender-affirming care, Queer mental health, Sexual and gender diversity, Trauma-informed approaches, Intellectual and developmental disabilities | English, Afrikaans | Wheelchair access; Service animals friendly; Sensory Considerations; Augmentative Communication; Gender inclusive bathrooms | Contracted with all medical aids |
| Clinical & Research Psychologist | Niel Victor | 0832945773 | psychologist@vicrand.co.za | www.victorpsychology.co.za | Tableview, Cape Town (also online) | Niel (he/him) provides psychotherapy in his private practice and is part of a multi-disciplinary team at several clinics. His work in LGBTQIA+ Psychology includes academic publications; PsySSA’s Sexuality and Gender Division - African LGBTQIA+ Human Rights Project; his PhD was on South African psychologists’ competence in practising affirmatively with sexually diverse people. | English, Afrikaans | Wheelchair access ; Service animals friendly | Contracted with all medical aids |
| Clinical Psychologist | Elmarie Amalanka Claassens | 0829295042 | thepinkshrink@icloud.com | Westdene, Johannesburg (also online) | English, Afrikaans | Service animals friendly; Sensory Considerations | R1350 50-60min; contracted with medical aids through MediEdi | |
| Counsellor | Carline Jansen van Nieuwenhuizen | hello@carlinecounselling.co.za | www.carlinecounselling.co.za | Rondebosch, Cape Town (also online) | I am a counsellor with a keen interest and focus on creating an inclusive trauma-informed space for individuals who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community; couples and individuals | Afrikaans, English | Service animals friendly; Sensory Considerations | R720 50-60min; does not claim from medical aids |
Allied Health Professionals
| Profession | Name | Contact | Location | About / Area | Language | Accessibility | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speech Therapist | Saskia Lilienfeld | 0799663554 | Saskia.speechtherapy@gmail.com | www.slspeechtherapy.com | Cape Town (also online) | Gender affirming voice and communication therapy for those experiencing dysphoria around their voice or communication style to find their true and authentic voice (masculinising, feminising or neutralising). Neurodiversity affirming communication therapy: reducing masking in communication, while connecting with the self and practising authentic expression | English, Afrikaans | Wheelchair access; Augmentative Communication; Sensory Considerations | ||
| Social Worker | Johan Fourie | fouriepractice@gmail.com | Rondebosch East, Cape Town (also online) | LGBTQIA affirming counselling, child care and contact socio-legal, and public speaking interventions. | English, Afrikaans | Wheelchair access | R700 per session; not contracted with medical aids | |
*Accessibility
Some practitioners have included basic information about the accessibility of their practice settings; this may include:
- Wheelchair access (e.g. ramps, wide doorways, accessible bathrooms)
- Service animal-friendly policies
- Sensory considerations (e.g. lighting, sound levels)
- Support for augmentative or alternative communication
Please contact individual providers directly for specific details about their facilities and services, especially if you have particular access needs.
DisclaimerPATHSA provides this directory as a public resource to assist trans and gender-diverse people in accessing affirming care. While all listed practitioners have committed to PATHSA’s values and standards, the organisation does not independently verify clinical credentials, regulate individual practices, or provide oversight of the care provided. We encourage users to engage with providers directly to assess fit and suitability.