The people behind the practice.

Every clinician at AKARETSA is registered, rigorously trained, and selected for their capacity to hold space with warmth and wisdom. We believe care begins with who's in the room - people who listen, understand, and guide with intention.

Dr. Khomotjo Matjila

Specialist Psychiatrist

MBChB, FC Psych (SA)

Specialist Psychiatrist with a decade of clinical experience in adult mental health. Trained in psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, and diagnostic assessment. Committed to evidence-based, compassionate care that centres the whole person.

Areas of focus

Depression & anxietyBipolar disorderPsychotherapy integrationMedication management

Languages

English / Sepedi / Setswana

Sessions offered

In-person

Boipelo Kutumela

Occupational Therapist

BSc Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapist supporting functional recovery, routines, and participation in daily life. Her work is grounded in practical, compassionate care that helps clients reconnect with capacity, structure, and confidence.

Areas of focus

Daily living skillsFunctional recoveryRoutine buildingPsychosocial occupational therapy

Languages

English / Setswana / isiZulu

Sessions offered

In-person

Dr. Natsai Nhiwatiwa

Psychiatrist

MB BCh, MMed - University of the Witwatersrand

Psychiatrist with expertise in mood disorders, trauma, and general adult psychiatry. Her approach balances careful assessment, medication safety, and steady clinical support.

Areas of focus

Mood disordersGeneral adult psychiatrySevere mental illnessMedication safety & monitoring

Languages

English / Shona / Ndebele

Sessions offered

In-person

Evelyn Moganetsi

Clinician

Therapeutic support

Provides steady, person-centred support with attention to emotional safety, practical containment, and clear communication.

Areas of focus

Emotional supportAdjustmentRelationship patternsPersonal growth

Languages

English / Sesotho

Sessions offered

In-person / Virtual

Tabitha Nleya

Clinician

Therapeutic support

Works with clients through a grounded, practical lens, creating room for reflection, stability, and meaningful next steps.

Areas of focus

Supportive counsellingLife transitionsStress managementPractical coping strategies

Languages

English / Setswana / Afrikaans

Sessions offered

In-person

Zukiswa Segale

Clinician

Therapeutic support

Offers warm, attentive care that helps clients feel heard, oriented, and supported through difficult seasons.

Areas of focus

Emotional containmentPersonal resilienceFamily & social stressCare planning

Languages

English / isiXhosa / isiZulu

Sessions offered

In-person

“The relationship between clinician and client is the foundation of healing. Everything we do is in service of that connection.”

Dr. Khomotjo Matjila · Specialist Psychiatrist & Founder, AKARETSA

Contact the practice

Reach out, gently.We'll meet you there.

Contact the practice to enquire about availability and next steps for an appointment.

Phone

+27 (0) 10 101 1400

Location

10 Homestead Avenue, Bryanston, Johannesburg

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10 Homestead Avenue, Bryanston, Johannesburg, South Africa