Profile / United States
Dr. Maryke Van Zyl, CA Psychologist 35464, IN Psychologist 20043430A
Indiana
Clinical Psychologist - Relationships and Trauma
See online therapy options- CBT informed methods
- Trauma focused work
- Speaks English and Afrikaans
About Maryke
Dr. Maryke Van Zyl is a California Psychologist (CA Psychologist 35464) and an Indiana Psychologist (IN Psychologist 20043430A) with ten years of clinical experience. She sees people in Indiana and focuses on relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, depression, and coping with life changes.
She uses straightforward methods to help people notice patterns in thoughts and behavior that make problems worse. Sessions emphasize practical skills and small changes that can be practiced between meetings. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with acceptance, mindfulness, and emotion-focused approaches to address how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact.
Her work includes communication problems, divorce and separation, HIV/AIDS related concerns, questions about life purpose, and mood disorders. She also addresses post-traumatic stress and multicultural issues as they come up in therapy. Language options include English and Afrikaans for people who prefer either language.
In sessions she helps people talk through hard topics and try new ways of responding. Expect clear, structured conversations and concrete exercises to test what works. The emphasis is on practical steps rather than long explanations.
To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. International clients are not currently accepted.
How her approaches work in online sessions
Dr. Van Zyl draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in ways that fit the issue at hand. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing different behaviors to reduce distress and improve mood. ACT emphasizes noticing values and taking committed actions even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. DBT offers practical skills for managing intense emotions and improving communication.Choosing which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will review the client’s concerns, goals, and preferences and suggest which methods to try first. Together they monitor what helps and adjust the plan over time so sessions remain practical and goal oriented.
Session formats are not specified here, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week and to practice skills between sessions. Some formats require less bandwidth or camera use and can support shorter check-ins when needed. Practical scheduling and clear expectations are emphasized so sessions can be integrated into everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Indiana, California
Languages
English, Afrikaans
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address most often?
She focuses on relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related problems, depression, and coping with life changes.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She uses practical, structured sessions that focus on noticing thought and behavior patterns and trying small changes between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has ten years of professional experience as a practicing psychologist.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is listed as CA Psychologist 35464 and IN Psychologist 20043430A and sees clients in Indiana.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Afrikaans.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced and billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to start therapy?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule the first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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