Dr. Henry Venter, CA Psychologist PSY18428

Emotionally-Focused Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Attachment-based work

About Henry

Dr. Henry Venter is a California psychologist with 25 years of clinical experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationships, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, LGBT concerns, parenting and intimacy-related issues.

He sees counseling as a practical step when problems feel stuck. Sessions focus on identifying patterns that keep problems going. He talks through specific situations and helps people find clearer choices and next steps.

Dr. Venter combines Emotionally-Focused Therapy with other approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. He draws on attachment-based and client-centered ideas to look at how past relationships shape current responses. That mix helps with relationship patterns, abandonment and attachment concerns.

In therapy he pays attention to real-life pressures like caregiving stress, work strain, first responder issues and blended family dynamics. He also addresses career questions, coping after disasters, and aging or geriatric concerns when they affect wellbeing.

Sessions may include talking about emotions, practicing different ways to respond, and setting practical goals. He works in English and Afrikaans and accepts international clients. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

How his approaches translate to online work

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on emotions and how people respond to one another in close relationships. Online sessions using EFT typically look at patterns of interaction and moments when feelings are hard to name, then practice new ways of connecting. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while choosing actions that match their values. In online sessions this often means setting small, practical experiments to try between meetings. Attachment-Based Therapy examines how early relationships influence current behavior and trust. In an online format it can help people see and change repetitive patterns with partners or others.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will discuss options and make choices together with each client based on needs, goals, and what feels workable. That collaborative process helps match methods to the situation rather than assuming one way fits all.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the available online options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and reduce travel time. Many people find remote sessions let them practice new responses in their everyday context while keeping progress steady.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Grief Self esteem

Also works with

LGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepression Coping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issues Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCommitment issues Communication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgiveness Guilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depression Post-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Listed in

California

Languages

English, Afrikaans

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, LGBT concerns, parenting and intimacy-related issues.

What is his therapeutic style?

He uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy alongside ACT, CBT, attachment-based and client-centered approaches to look at emotions and relationship patterns.

How long has he practiced?

He has 25 years of experience as a psychologist working with individuals and couples.

What are his credentials and location?

He is a California Psychologist, listed as CA Psychologist PSY18428, and practices from California.

Which languages are offered?

Sessions are offered in English and Afrikaans, and international clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking.

How much do sessions cost?

Costs vary with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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