Meet Dr.
Candice Leith
My experience, qualifications & approach
About me
I am a Counselling Psychologist with a compassionate, client-centred approach. My work is tailored to the unique needs of each person I support, helping them navigate emotional challenges and find healing through life’s difficulties. I also hold a PhD specialising in Gender and Sport Psychology, and I’m deeply passionate about the connection between mental and physical wellbeing.
Education & qualifications
Masters in Counselling Psychology
University of Kwa-Zulu Natal.
Year obtained: 2012
Doctor of Philosophy, Human Sciences; Counselling Psychology
University of Kwa-Zulu Natal.
Topic: A Critical Exploration of the Discourses Women CrossFitters Employ in Constructing and Deconstructing CrossFit as Non-Gendered.
Year obtained: 2025.
Precision Nutrition
Nutrition Coach Level 1 (certificate)
Year obtained: 2022
Crossfit Coach
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
Year obtained: 2022
My experience
HPCSA licensed Counselling Psychologist
with a PhD in Gender and Sport Psychology.
Researcher
and Educator
UKZN and Netcare
Internship at McCord’s hospital
Extensive experience providing psychological services across hospital wards and outpatient clinics
CrossFit Enthusiast
(Co-Owner of CrossFit Ballito)
and Advocate for Women’s Empowerment.
Psychologist
Held the role of acting Senior Psychologist at DUT for 11 years.
Senior supervisor
Held the role of senior supervisor for the counselling psychologist internship program at DUT.
Mental performance coaching for athletes
I offer tailored mental performance coaching to support athletes in enhancing focus, confidence, resilience, and psychological readiness for training and competition. This includes strategies for managing pressure, recovering from setbacks, and building sustainable motivation and mental clarity.
Research and consultation in gender and sport
I also provide research and consultation in the area of gender and sport, with a particular focus on how identity, culture, and power dynamics shape the experiences of both women and men in athletic contexts. My work supports individuals, teams, and organizations in developing more inclusive, reflective, and empowering sporting environments.