About Dr Susan Musikanth
Dr. Susan Musikanth is a Counselling Psychologist in private practice, with over four decades of research and experience in the areas of stress, depression, and interpersonal relationships—both at work and at home.
Background
Susan began a Graphic Design Diploma at the Michaelis School of Fine Art, a department of the University of Cape Town. After six months, she left the program and completed a secretarial course. Her passion for creative pursuits, combined with her practical secretarial skills, has proven invaluable throughout her career as a psychologist. She has engaged in a wide range of creative endeavours, including painting on canvas, designing houses and office spaces, as well as writing books.
See her story under Conversations with Dr Su: Never say Never
Professional Credentials
Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology from UNISA – MA Couns Psych (SA) – 1982
Doctorate from UNISA (DLitt et Phil) SA – 1986
Both her Master’s and Doctoral research have been in the area of depression.
Work Experience
Susan completed her internship at the University of the Western Cape in 1983, where she had the opportunity to work with a diverse community, often consisting of first-generation university students. Many of these students travelled long distances to attend classes and faced challenging conditions at home, including a lack of electric lighting and running water.
Since 1983, Susan has been in private practice and currently works in Sea Point, where she shares a beautiful old Victorian house with colleagues in the mental health professions.
Over the years, she has facilitated numerous wellness and stress management workshops for both health professionals and the general public.
Best Selling Author
Susan is the author of six best selling books: Stress Matters 2nd Edition, Depression Matters 2nd Edition, Love Matters, Marriage Matters 2nd Edition, Divorce Matters 2nd Edition and Mind Your Golf 2nd Edition. All of these books are available both in print and in ebook formats.
Susan has made audio recordings of deep muscle relaxation and visualisation as well as deep muscle relaxation for peak performance on the golf course. These recordings are available.
Personal Interests
