Kate Saxton
During the course of her career, she has combined her rich talent in psychology, coaching and facilitation with her acumen in human resources management to
Kate is a registered counselling psychologist and completed her MSc in Counselling Psychology though the University of London Guildhall in 2001.
Kate is highly experienced in both clinical and human resource roles and combines the two in her current position.
She has over 18 years of multi-dimensional experience in the wellness field. Through this, she has developed a strong aptitude to motivate and train high performance teams and individuals to transfer skills and execute strategies effectively. At Changes, she brings these strengths to her management of our high-powered clinical team.
Effective communication paves the way to a healthy and fulfilling life.
Did you know Changes Rehab is accredited by all major healthcare associations and national health organisations and adheres to internal protocols that far exceed the codes of conduct or norms and standards for effective treatment of patients with addictions and other mental health issues.
Premium South African Medical Aid associations pay for patient treatment for the first 21 days in our private primary care facility in Johannesburg.
Changes addiction counsellors are registered professionals who use a proven track record and therapeutic techniques to help your loved one overcome their addiction. With expertise and compassionate approaches, we are able to guide individuals towards leading a healthy, normal life, free from addiction.
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With over 100 years of collective experience, the majority of the Changes Multidisciplinary Addiction Counselling Team has faced addiction firsthand. They not only hold the qualifications but also possess the personal experience to truly understand and assist loved ones that are struggling through addiction. It is a privilege to work alongside some of the best counselling minds in South Africa.
Sheryl Rahme
Founder & Director
Head of Treatment for Primary Care
Gareth Carter
Director
Internationally Qualified Counsellor
Kate Saxton
Group Practice Director
Counselling Psychologist
Dr. Thea van der Merwe
Resident Psychiatrist
Dr. Rajesh Bhoola
Group Medical Practitioner
Lolly Kikine
Occupational Therapist
Christianne Jones
Counselling Psychologist
Carmen Du Toit
Head of Treatment at River Manor
Skye Warrener
Addictions Counsellor
Melissa Adendorff
Registered Counsellor
Otsile Ramarumo
Recovery Assistant
Brian Muhumuza
Addictions Counsellor
Ingrid Ter Horst
Recovery Assistant
Dominique Roussouw
Social Worker
Bruce Hesom
Intake Coordinator
JP Le Roux
Recovery Assistant
Tanya Figueiredo
Office Manager
Grateful and thankful. I cannot express enough how much Changes has helped me and my family. Their support and care have been invaluable throughout this journey. We are forever grateful for their assistance.
★★★★★I am now 2 years, 10 months and 19 days clean and sober, thanks to Changes rehab. Some of the main points I was suggested to do were to play the movie through and live life for today.
★★★★★Thank you to everyone at Changes who helped my daughter through this difficult time. They not only helped her but kept in constant contact with me, updating me on her progress and checking up on how I was doing.
★★★★★Omw!!! I have absolutely no idea how to express my gratitude! My son initially went to another rehab. They couldn't contain him there and he was sent to a state hospital, where he was restrained.
★★★★★I'm proud of the family we are at Changes and the work we do because it comes from our heart and care. Due to that care, we change lives. Changes Treatment Centre is where we make change without fear.
★★★★★Came out of Changes Rehab on Tuesday. Best decision I could have ever made. After looking at other rehabs, this was my choice. The whole experience and program were top class. Extremely professional team.
★★★★★A friend of mine was at his lowest point and after going through Changes, his life has turned around completely. Thank you, Changes, for all the help you provided him during his recovery.
★★★★★Changes provided me with the structure and support I desperately needed. The staff’s professionalism and genuine care made all the difference. I’ve rediscovered myself and am embracing a new, sober life.
★★★★★On the 7th February 2007, I found a place that cared as much for me and my recovery as I possibly do today. I met with Sheryl and completely removed all the masks I had worn for years.
★★★★★Changes changed my life. Thank you all! The support and care I received during my time there were incredible. I couldn't have done it without the amazing team at Changes. I am forever grateful.
★★★★★If Amy W wanted to go to Rehab then it would have been Changes! I had no idea what rehabilitation and treatment was but when I arrived, I didn't realise how broken and in need of repair I was.
★★★★★My first interaction with Changes gave me peace of mind. I knew that they would help. Thank you for looking after my son so well. You made a world of difference, not only in his life but also mine.
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