DR RENé HATTINGH PSYCHIATRIST

DR RENé HATTINGH PSYCHIATRIST is a dedicated psychiatric medical practice located in the heart of Potchefstroom CBD in the North West province of South Africa. Serving adults and families in Potchefstroom and surrounding communities, the practice focuses on helping patients navigate complex mental health challenges with a calm, professional, and thoughtful approach. As part of the wider Mental Health & Therapy ecosystem in Potchefstroom, the practice offers a specialist perspective where medical insight and human understanding meet. At this medical office in Potchefstroom CBD, patients are supported on their journey to better mental wellbeing through careful assessment, considered treatment planning, and ongoing follow up where appropriate. Many people arrive feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or worried about seeking psychiatric care for the first time. DR RENé HATTINGH PSYCHIATRIST provides a structured, clinical environment where concerns can be discussed openly, diagnostic questions can be explored, and medication or other treatment options can be evaluated in a collaborative way. The practice primarily serves individuals who require specialist psychiatric evaluation and management, including those already under care who are seeking continuity or a second opinion. With a focus on individual needs rather than a one‑size‑fits‑all approach, DR RENé HATTINGH PSYCHIATRIST aims to offer Potchefstroom residents a local, specialist resource for nuanced mental health care within the central business district.

Specialties

As a psychiatrist in Potchefstroom, Dr René Hattingh is trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions where medical expertise is essential. Patients may consult for concerns related to mood, anxiety, stress, trauma, or more complex psychiatric presentations that require careful assessment and clinical decision making. The practice offers comprehensive psychiatric consultations that consider both psychological and biological factors, with an emphasis on understanding the patient’s full context. One of the key strengths of DR RENé HATTINGH PSYCHIATRIST is the combination of evidence‑based medical care with a warm and attentive manner. Patients who value clear explanations, space to ask questions, and a professional who takes time to listen often find this particularly reassuring. While formal psychotherapy may or may not form part of the treatment pathway, consultations are structured to help patients feel heard, to clarify diagnoses where possible, and to design a treatment plan that fits their reality. Being located in Potchefstroom CBD, the practice is well positioned to support students, working professionals, and families who need accessible mental health and therapy services close to home or work. The focus is on sustained care where needed, careful medication management, and collaborative decision making that respects each patient’s preferences and concerns.

Why Choose DR RENé HATTINGH PSYCHIATRIST

• - Specialist psychiatric expertise in Potchefstroom CBD for individuals who require medical evaluation and treatment of mental health conditions.
• Holistic clinical assessments that take into account personal history, current stressors, and medical factors, not just isolated symptoms.
• Empathetic, patient‑centred consultations where time is given to understand concerns and explain options in clear language.
• Focused medication management with attention to effectiveness, side effects, and long‑term wellbeing.
• Central Potchefstroom location in the CBD, convenient for local residents, commuters, and nearby communities in the North West region.
• Professional, structured practice environment suited to patients who value clarity, boundaries, and a medically guided approach to mental health.

Location & Accessibility

DR RENé HATTINGH PSYCHIATRIST operates from a medical office in Potchefstroom CBD, Potchefstroom, making it straightforward to reach from key routes through the city and from other parts of the North West province. The central business district setting places the practice within easy reach of offices, shops, and other services, which is particularly helpful for patients scheduling appointments around work or study. Potchefstroom CBD is well known and easy to navigate, so patients coming from within Potchefstroom or neighbouring towns can locate the practice without needing to travel far outside familiar areas.

Get in Touch

Prospective and existing patients who need specialist mental health and therapy support in Potchefstroom are encouraged to contact the rooms of DR RENé HATTINGH PSYCHIATRIST to enquire about availability, consultation procedures, and any practical questions. Reaching out in advance allows the practice to clarify how appointments are arranged and to guide you on the next steps toward getting the psychiatric care you need.