Best List Of Psychiatrists In Johannesburg Near Me

4worldlovers: Netcare Akeso provides the best and safest person centred mental healthcare, tailoring treatment to each patient's particular needs. We aim to help you improve your life, using creative tools and skills for sustainable mental health and wellness.

4worldlovers: “The team approach at Papillon is unique in private – teams do not meet and work collectively in 21-day programmes. But most importantly, the 90-day programmes at Papillon make the biggest difference to clients. Papillon allows people to find their path in life which is the greatest healing required. The free aftercare ensures that the high success rate is maintained.”

Because we understand exactly what you’re going through; our founder is proof that you can lead a meaningful life and make vital contributions to your community despite having a mental health condition.


In addition, the Papillon Team have dedicated the past 10 years to helping thousands of people suffering from mental disorders recover and regain greater independence.


Our trusted 3-month recovery programme is derived from the McLean Hospital recovery programme, a Harvard Medical School affiliate. It provides our clients with a 70% chance of achieving greater independence and successful social reintegration.

“Papillon is the only step-down psychiatric facility in South Africa. Essentially a residential facility, Papillon places an emphasis on family work, which the team has had great success in with clients I have referred there. I recommend Papillon if your loved one requires longer than just a hospital stay.”

“I would highly recommend Papillon to anyone who wants to recover. And I don’t mean take a three-month break from your problems. I mean really recover and be able to function to one’s fullest in the outside world. Thanks to Papillon for giving me a new lease on life.”

Not sure we can help you? Our elite team of psychiatrists, occupational therapists, nurses and facilitators are qualified to treat a range of mental illnesses. In fact, our programme has successfully helped people with:

The journey to recovery begins in comfort—somewhere just like home. You’ll find our 26-bed facility tucked away in Ferndale, Johannesburg and gardened by lushly green trees. It offers bricked pathways to meander along, and a refreshing pool to cool off in.

We look forward to welcoming you to our little village. Everyone who joins our community appreciates the calm, safe space we’ve created.

No doubt you have questions. Perhaps you know you need help,

We’d like to meet with you before agreeing to admit you (or your loved one). This is our chance to get to know you better, hear your story and determine if we can help you with our programme.

So contact us or fill in the form and we’ll set up an in-person or virtual meeting at a time that suits you.

To be accepted for admission, you need to tick certain criteria. For example, you must be over 18 years of age, capable of administering medication with supervision, and able and willing to participate in treatment and social gatherings. If you’re not sure, please don’t stress.

Give us a call and we can still set up a meeting.

We are a private facility that’s not attached to any medical aid or government-funded programme. Although we prefer payment upfront, we can discuss and arrange a payment plan that works for you.

While we’d love to help everyone, we also accept our limitations. We know with whom we work best. Having said that, we still encourage you to reach out and arrange an in-person or virtual meeting. You can depend on us for a truthful assessment.

You don’t have to do this alone. You don’t have to accept that this is the way things are meant to be. Life can be so much better. You just need to choose.

Not quite ready to talk? We understand. This is a big decision. But why not take a moment and complete our contact form. A friendly Papillon member will be in touch.