Domestic Abuse Therapists in Menlo Park
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In this modern world we live in, we are exposed and overwhelmed by what we hear and see on a daily basis. Our "normal" now are days filled with violence, crime, trauma, stress, depression and burnout from long working hours and a rushed lifestyle. Our coping mechanisms are now drugs, alcohol and sex. All destructive. When we reach out and ask for help it is not a sign of weakness, but a sign of strength. It is a way to learn new coping skills and how to use them when facing our world and the challenges in it.
In this modern world we live in, we are exposed and overwhelmed by what we hear and see on a daily basis. Our "normal" now are days filled with violence, crime, trauma, stress, depression and burnout from long working hours and a rushed lifestyle. Our coping mechanisms are now drugs, alcohol and sex. All destructive. When we reach out and ask for help it is not a sign of weakness, but a sign of strength. It is a way to learn new coping skills and how to use them when facing our world and the challenges in it.
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I enjoy assisting people to realize their full potential. This may mean they are currently struggling with issues or trauma and need to be guided through the healing process. Alternatively, they are not currently living up to their potential and we will work together to assist them in unlocking their true capabilities.
I enjoy assisting people to realize their full potential. This may mean they are currently struggling with issues or trauma and need to be guided through the healing process. Alternatively, they are not currently living up to their potential and we will work together to assist them in unlocking their true capabilities.
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Vuyelwa T Mtimkulu Therapy Solutions Inc
Psychologist, MSc, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Menlo Park 0081
Providing comprehensive mental healthcare and therapeutic support clients through life changes utilising best practice and innovative evidence based psychotherapeutic techniques in all phases of life, with the purpose of enhancing their interaction and thereby enabling them to thrive.
Providing comprehensive mental healthcare and therapeutic support clients through life changes utilising best practice and innovative evidence based psychotherapeutic techniques in all phases of life, with the purpose of enhancing their interaction and thereby enabling them to thrive.
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I am a qualified Counsellor, registered with the HPCSA and the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy). I also hold a qualification as a nurse, so my passion has always been working with individuals during difficult times. I have run a private practise since 2007 and I am fully bilingual (English and Afrikaans). I offer both face to face and online counselling.
I am a qualified Counsellor, registered with the HPCSA and the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy). I also hold a qualification as a nurse, so my passion has always been working with individuals during difficult times. I have run a private practise since 2007 and I am fully bilingual (English and Afrikaans). I offer both face to face and online counselling.
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My area of interest include:- Couple Counselling, Pre-Marital Counselling, Relationship Issues, Divorce, Co-parenting, Family Conflict, Grief and Loss, Stress and Burnout, Depression, Trauma, Attachment Difficulties, Self Esteem, Anxiety, Life Adjustment, Infidelity, Substance abuse.
I am a Counselling Psychologist registered as an independent psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF). My practice is based at Waterkloof Ridge, Pretoria, and Rivonia Johannesburg. With my experience, I bring a vast knowledge on holistic Well-being. In my current work and previous work, I had the opportunity of working at the University of Pretoria, TUT, Mamelodi Itsoseng Clinic, Steve Biko Academic Hospital, Star Academy Affiliate Card Clinic, South Africa Police Service (SAPS)Jacaranda Children’s Home, Stabilis Rehab Centre, and Pretoria Girls High School.
My area of interest include:- Couple Counselling, Pre-Marital Counselling, Relationship Issues, Divorce, Co-parenting, Family Conflict, Grief and Loss, Stress and Burnout, Depression, Trauma, Attachment Difficulties, Self Esteem, Anxiety, Life Adjustment, Infidelity, Substance abuse.
I am a Counselling Psychologist registered as an independent psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF). My practice is based at Waterkloof Ridge, Pretoria, and Rivonia Johannesburg. With my experience, I bring a vast knowledge on holistic Well-being. In my current work and previous work, I had the opportunity of working at the University of Pretoria, TUT, Mamelodi Itsoseng Clinic, Steve Biko Academic Hospital, Star Academy Affiliate Card Clinic, South Africa Police Service (SAPS)Jacaranda Children’s Home, Stabilis Rehab Centre, and Pretoria Girls High School.
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I am a social worker in private practice since 2009 and I do understand the context of issues related to domestic violence, separation, divorce-matters, child abuse (sexual abuse) as I specialise in court services toward these matters.
Investigation services related to family law disputes and child sexual abuse as well as therapeutic interventions with children from 3-18 years in Centurion.
I am a social worker in private practice since 2009 and I do understand the context of issues related to domestic violence, separation, divorce-matters, child abuse (sexual abuse) as I specialise in court services toward these matters.
Investigation services related to family law disputes and child sexual abuse as well as therapeutic interventions with children from 3-18 years in Centurion.
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Gracious social work services
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pretoria 0002
Counselling, bereavement counselling, parental plans, substance abuse counselling and wellness services .
Are you looking for the following services? Marital therapy, family therapy, addiction counseling, guardianship, trauma debriefing and bereavement counseling, then search no more we offer the above services and more, if you can not come to us we come to you
Counselling, bereavement counselling, parental plans, substance abuse counselling and wellness services .
Are you looking for the following services? Marital therapy, family therapy, addiction counseling, guardianship, trauma debriefing and bereavement counseling, then search no more we offer the above services and more, if you can not come to us we come to you
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I assist adults, between the ages of 18 and 65 years, who have experienced, or are currently facing, the following challenges: Trauma, Narcissistic & other forms of abuse, Domestic & Intimate Partner violence, Dysfunctional interpersonal relationships, Self-criticism & Self-doubt, low Self-worth, as well as other day-to-day challenges.
I assist adults, between the ages of 18 and 65 years, who have experienced, or are currently facing, the following challenges: Trauma, Narcissistic & other forms of abuse, Domestic & Intimate Partner violence, Dysfunctional interpersonal relationships, Self-criticism & Self-doubt, low Self-worth, as well as other day-to-day challenges.
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Apart from studying social work, I am a calm person naturally and some of my past experiences such as a depression survival, from domestic violence relationship, and abused as a child, made me eager to find a way of helping others whom we share the same circumstances.
Helping clients express their feelings, emotions is my main focus. That will be done in a non-judgmental manner, respective, and in a friendly manner. With more than 5years experience in social work, clients will recieve my warmth, loving and wholeheartedly gracious services they may need as I have provided my past clients. The other focus will be on spiritual level which might ignored and has a lot of impact on our psycho-social challenges that we face. Our sessions will be focusing on client's holistically which will reveal the cause and solution thereof. Our clients will receive follow-up sessions even after our interaction.
Apart from studying social work, I am a calm person naturally and some of my past experiences such as a depression survival, from domestic violence relationship, and abused as a child, made me eager to find a way of helping others whom we share the same circumstances.
Helping clients express their feelings, emotions is my main focus. That will be done in a non-judgmental manner, respective, and in a friendly manner. With more than 5years experience in social work, clients will recieve my warmth, loving and wholeheartedly gracious services they may need as I have provided my past clients. The other focus will be on spiritual level which might ignored and has a lot of impact on our psycho-social challenges that we face. Our sessions will be focusing on client's holistically which will reveal the cause and solution thereof. Our clients will receive follow-up sessions even after our interaction.
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I’m a Counselling Psychologist with a genuine curiosity and willingness to know and understand others in a kind and respectful way while creating a safe space where individuals can fulfil their potential, achieve their goals, and accept themselves and others for who they are.
I’m a Counselling Psychologist with a genuine curiosity and willingness to know and understand others in a kind and respectful way while creating a safe space where individuals can fulfil their potential, achieve their goals, and accept themselves and others for who they are.
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My consultations are about understanding a client from their perspective without judgements, facades or impositions. My process is of respect, openness and insight giving. The time I spend with a client is meant to assist a client to develop new perspectives about their situations and to leave my space with some understanding of what is happening to them.
My consultations are about understanding a client from their perspective without judgements, facades or impositions. My process is of respect, openness and insight giving. The time I spend with a client is meant to assist a client to develop new perspectives about their situations and to leave my space with some understanding of what is happening to them.
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Tamaria Counselling
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Garsfontein 0042
Do you feel stuck in life or overwhelmed by everyday life demands? Talking to a health professional that cares about your well-being can be helpful. We help individuals and organizations by providing counselling, trauma debriefing, pre-marital & marital counselling, educational training programs, and psychotherapy to assist in the adaptation to different environments, promote cohesiveness in groups, as well as coping with everyday stressors.
Do you feel stuck in life or overwhelmed by everyday life demands? Talking to a health professional that cares about your well-being can be helpful. We help individuals and organizations by providing counselling, trauma debriefing, pre-marital & marital counselling, educational training programs, and psychotherapy to assist in the adaptation to different environments, promote cohesiveness in groups, as well as coping with everyday stressors.
I am a therapist who work with individuals. I see children, adolescents and adults. Each patient is a person with a unique biography which include both their joys and struggles. I focus on the person and through our relationship I do my best to help them to understand their thoughts and feelings and to get to know why they feel and behave the way they do. On our journey together we explore whatever they bring, be it a thought, a feeling, a relationship, a dream, a stuckness or a symptom. Therapy, like other relationships, can be difficult. The difference is that this relationship’s purpose is to bring healing and acceptance
I am a therapist who work with individuals. I see children, adolescents and adults. Each patient is a person with a unique biography which include both their joys and struggles. I focus on the person and through our relationship I do my best to help them to understand their thoughts and feelings and to get to know why they feel and behave the way they do. On our journey together we explore whatever they bring, be it a thought, a feeling, a relationship, a dream, a stuckness or a symptom. Therapy, like other relationships, can be difficult. The difference is that this relationship’s purpose is to bring healing and acceptance
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Lerato Mabelebele (Matsunyane)
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Menlyn 0181
I am a Counselling Psychologist with a passion for human relationships and supporting people. I am devoted to promoting the mental health of others and empowering them to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives. It is deeply fulfilling for me to witness people thrive and grow personally. I feel privileged to experience and to have the opportunity to provide a safe, holding space for people to share in their joys and achievements but also collaborate with them to explore aspects of themselves and resolve their challenges.
I am a Counselling Psychologist with a passion for human relationships and supporting people. I am devoted to promoting the mental health of others and empowering them to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives. It is deeply fulfilling for me to witness people thrive and grow personally. I feel privileged to experience and to have the opportunity to provide a safe, holding space for people to share in their joys and achievements but also collaborate with them to explore aspects of themselves and resolve their challenges.
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Feeling overwhelmed? You're not alone. As a compassionate psychologist, I'm here to support you. Let's navigate your journey together. Reach out, your well-being matters.
Feeling overwhelmed? You're not alone. As a compassionate psychologist, I'm here to support you. Let's navigate your journey together. Reach out, your well-being matters.
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Reabetswe Lee-Anne Molobela
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Hatfield 0028
I believe that my role is to facilitate healing, growth and increased self awareness in my clients. This comes from my understanding that as people we face different life challenges and are often in conflict with the everchanging circumstances of our lives. We all use different coping skills to adapt to life and at times our coping skills are not sufficient and we are left feeling overwhelmed, helpless and hopeless. Mine is to journey with you through your process in identifying obstacles, removing of symptoms and lessening the pain while positioning yourself well within important social systems for self fulfilment.
I believe that my role is to facilitate healing, growth and increased self awareness in my clients. This comes from my understanding that as people we face different life challenges and are often in conflict with the everchanging circumstances of our lives. We all use different coping skills to adapt to life and at times our coping skills are not sufficient and we are left feeling overwhelmed, helpless and hopeless. Mine is to journey with you through your process in identifying obstacles, removing of symptoms and lessening the pain while positioning yourself well within important social systems for self fulfilment.
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Struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, or internal conflict can leave you feeling confused, fatigued, numb, and unmotivated, leading to self-sabotage. These challenges can erode your sense of self and significantly impact your emotional and physical well-being. Unresolved emotional and physical pain often reinforces negative beliefs, affecting your overall quality of life. Symptoms may include feelings of inadequacy, unworthiness, undeservingness, weight gain, ill health, anxiety, disconnection, depression, guilt, shame, and self-blame. The goal is to help you navigate these challenges, and rediscover your sense of self.
Struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, or internal conflict can leave you feeling confused, fatigued, numb, and unmotivated, leading to self-sabotage. These challenges can erode your sense of self and significantly impact your emotional and physical well-being. Unresolved emotional and physical pain often reinforces negative beliefs, affecting your overall quality of life. Symptoms may include feelings of inadequacy, unworthiness, undeservingness, weight gain, ill health, anxiety, disconnection, depression, guilt, shame, and self-blame. The goal is to help you navigate these challenges, and rediscover your sense of self.
Ilanie is one of a few registered Psychologist in South Africa who work with all the different aspects of psychological behaviour, mental health illnesses and all trauma but wit a strong focus on Christian Counselling. She also specialises in subject and career choice assessments and guidance, as well as school readiness assessment assessments for Gr R students. Follow her on her Ilanie Moller Psychology page on Facebook.
Ilanie is one of a few registered Psychologist in South Africa who work with all the different aspects of psychological behaviour, mental health illnesses and all trauma but wit a strong focus on Christian Counselling. She also specialises in subject and career choice assessments and guidance, as well as school readiness assessment assessments for Gr R students. Follow her on her Ilanie Moller Psychology page on Facebook.
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I am a Registered Counsellor with the HPCSA and an accredited family and divorce mediator registered with the SAAM. I practice in Midrand and Pretoria. My therapeutic focus is trauma, anxiety and stress, pain coaching, family and divorce mediation and co-parenting coaching. I provide a safe and grounded environment, allowing people to explore their experiences, anxiety, and stress. The healing process focuses on assisting people in finding a healthier version of themselves.
I am a Registered Counsellor with the HPCSA and an accredited family and divorce mediator registered with the SAAM. I practice in Midrand and Pretoria. My therapeutic focus is trauma, anxiety and stress, pain coaching, family and divorce mediation and co-parenting coaching. I provide a safe and grounded environment, allowing people to explore their experiences, anxiety, and stress. The healing process focuses on assisting people in finding a healthier version of themselves.
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Roxanne Zwart Counselling Psychologist
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Garsfontein 0042
I am a Counselling Psychologist registered as an independent psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF). My practice is based at the tranquil Satori Health Centre in Pretoria where I provide psychotherapy and assessments to adults, adolescents, and children.
I am a Counselling Psychologist registered as an independent psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF). My practice is based at the tranquil Satori Health Centre in Pretoria where I provide psychotherapy and assessments to adults, adolescents, and children.
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Domestic Abuse Counsellors
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognise that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.