Addiction Therapists in Pietermaritzburg
I am always humbled by the experience of having to help a person who is troubled by life circumstances and wish to find a safe space for healing, coping and adjusting to their challenges. I enjoy working with children of all ages as I'm also married myself with four children. Hence, I provide therapy and educational assessments to children and young adults. I also enjoy working with adults in families, marriages or any relationships that's seeks to renew its bonds and find new ways of relating. In the past few years I have developed interest in helping people who are struggling with trauma, addiction and Autism Spectrum Disorders.
I am always humbled by the experience of having to help a person who is troubled by life circumstances and wish to find a safe space for healing, coping and adjusting to their challenges. I enjoy working with children of all ages as I'm also married myself with four children. Hence, I provide therapy and educational assessments to children and young adults. I also enjoy working with adults in families, marriages or any relationships that's seeks to renew its bonds and find new ways of relating. In the past few years I have developed interest in helping people who are struggling with trauma, addiction and Autism Spectrum Disorders.
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Claire Nonjabulo Ngcobo
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Pietermaritzburg 3201
Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, or major life changes? There comes a time when help is needed from a certified professional to cope with many of life’s challenges.
Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to get into a career path that would make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to the world of psychology which has now evolved into a full-on passion. As a registered counselling psychologist, I am committed to the well-being of all my clients and together we work towards developing you. I truly care for all of my clients and work diligently to help find them the answers they seek within themselves. I believe in patients being stuck in their lives but that they still hold all the answers and so my job is to elicit those solutions when they can't see them.
Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, or major life changes? There comes a time when help is needed from a certified professional to cope with many of life’s challenges.
Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to get into a career path that would make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to the world of psychology which has now evolved into a full-on passion. As a registered counselling psychologist, I am committed to the well-being of all my clients and together we work towards developing you. I truly care for all of my clients and work diligently to help find them the answers they seek within themselves. I believe in patients being stuck in their lives but that they still hold all the answers and so my job is to elicit those solutions when they can't see them.
Depression, Trauma, Adjustment issues, Relationship issues, Grief & Bereavement issues, Marital problems, Substance Abuse issues, Parenting skills
Depression, Trauma, Adjustment issues, Relationship issues, Grief & Bereavement issues, Marital problems, Substance Abuse issues, Parenting skills
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I am providing the trauma counseling, couple counseling, families counseling, rape counseling substance abuse ect.
I am working with people who may struggling with stress, trauma, Rape, domestic violence, bereavement, partener abuse, low self esteem ect
I am providing the trauma counseling, couple counseling, families counseling, rape counseling substance abuse ect.
I am working with people who may struggling with stress, trauma, Rape, domestic violence, bereavement, partener abuse, low self esteem ect
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DD Conco Private Social Worker
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Verified Verified
Pietermaritzburg 3201
The ideal clients' issues may include stress, anxiety, work-life balance, depression , family problems, substance abuse, trauma, grief and loss, low self-esteem, gender based violence anger management. Clients need therapeutic ways to cope with their challenges and gain a deeper understanding of themselves and their pattern of behavior. The clients goals is to develop coping skills for overwhelming emotions, increase self-esteem and reducing negative self-talk. The ideal clients want to live a more fulfilling and balanced life and they are willing to put in the effort to make it happen.
The ideal clients' issues may include stress, anxiety, work-life balance, depression , family problems, substance abuse, trauma, grief and loss, low self-esteem, gender based violence anger management. Clients need therapeutic ways to cope with their challenges and gain a deeper understanding of themselves and their pattern of behavior. The clients goals is to develop coping skills for overwhelming emotions, increase self-esteem and reducing negative self-talk. The ideal clients want to live a more fulfilling and balanced life and they are willing to put in the effort to make it happen.
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Thokozani Sithole
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Pietermaritzburg 3201
Thokozani Sithole is a Counselling Psychologist registered with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF). I hold a Masters degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of KwaZulu-Natal and a Postgraduate Diploma in HIV and AIDS Management from the Stellenbosch University. I am currently pursuing a Doctoral degree in Consulting Psychology from the University of South Africa. I started working as a Psychologist in the year 2014.
Thokozani Sithole is a Counselling Psychologist registered with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF). I hold a Masters degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of KwaZulu-Natal and a Postgraduate Diploma in HIV and AIDS Management from the Stellenbosch University. I am currently pursuing a Doctoral degree in Consulting Psychology from the University of South Africa. I started working as a Psychologist in the year 2014.
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I am an experienced, competent and professional Social worker working with children, Adolescent, individuals, elders and organizations. I specialize in anger management, trauma debriefing, conflict management and Bereavement. I use a centered holistic wellness approach to assess, analyze and help my clients reach their optimal well-being. My counseling sessions are individually tailored. I first focus on what brought the client to my practice and move on to other factors that contribute to my clients sufferings. I offer empathetic understanding. I also consider cultural, spiritual and religious background of my clients.
I am an experienced, competent and professional Social worker working with children, Adolescent, individuals, elders and organizations. I specialize in anger management, trauma debriefing, conflict management and Bereavement. I use a centered holistic wellness approach to assess, analyze and help my clients reach their optimal well-being. My counseling sessions are individually tailored. I first focus on what brought the client to my practice and move on to other factors that contribute to my clients sufferings. I offer empathetic understanding. I also consider cultural, spiritual and religious background of my clients.
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Niki Alexandra
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
Pietermaritzburg 3200 (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone who values authenticity, seeks neuroaffirming support, wants something different, values compassion and understanding, and is on a journey of self-discovery. You are looking for an approach that diverges from traditional psychological and medical models. Perhaps you've found that conventional methods haven't resonated with you or addressed your unique needs. You're also open to exploring integrative and holistic practices that consider the mind, body, and spirit.
My ideal client is someone who values authenticity, seeks neuroaffirming support, wants something different, values compassion and understanding, and is on a journey of self-discovery. You are looking for an approach that diverges from traditional psychological and medical models. Perhaps you've found that conventional methods haven't resonated with you or addressed your unique needs. You're also open to exploring integrative and holistic practices that consider the mind, body, and spirit.
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I aim to enable men and women to thrive by becoming the best version of themselves. The process addresses trauma, anger, stress and anxiety within themselves and their relationships through emotional awareness and practical interventions. During the sessions, I strive to enable my clients to experience physical and emotional relief from stress, anxiety and embodied trauma.
I aim to enable men and women to thrive by becoming the best version of themselves. The process addresses trauma, anger, stress and anxiety within themselves and their relationships through emotional awareness and practical interventions. During the sessions, I strive to enable my clients to experience physical and emotional relief from stress, anxiety and embodied trauma.
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Nazanin Madadi-Coetzee. No New Sessions Are Taken.
Registered Counsellor, MA, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Claremont 3201
Changing, healing, and transforming one to become strong, fulfilled, and content is my passion. With more than a decade of experience and serving thousands of clients from around the globe and South Africa, I am dedicated to help you to bring healing to your personal issues and relationship matters. My focus is in the field of marriage, relationship problems, helping clients to heal trauma, anxiety, depression and suppressed anger, addiction, codependency, and grief therapy. I love to teach self mastery.
Changing, healing, and transforming one to become strong, fulfilled, and content is my passion. With more than a decade of experience and serving thousands of clients from around the globe and South Africa, I am dedicated to help you to bring healing to your personal issues and relationship matters. My focus is in the field of marriage, relationship problems, helping clients to heal trauma, anxiety, depression and suppressed anger, addiction, codependency, and grief therapy. I love to teach self mastery.
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Letta Selamolela: Letta Consulting Solutions
Psychologist, MSc, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Sunnyside 3201
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression or any emotional distress. You can receive online psychotherapy and any form psychotherapy
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression or any emotional distress. You can receive online psychotherapy and any form psychotherapy
Online Therapists
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I help with various issues that cause stress however my specialty is in Substance addiction, Bereavement, Trauma debriefing, Debt counseling, Relationship issues, Anxiety and stress management.
A compassionate and dedicated person-centred social worker with 8 years of experience and knowledge in working with children, families and adults. Skilled in client assessment, developing treatment plans, and counselling for people facing various challenges. I am non judgmental, respectful and I am passionate about helping people.
I help with various issues that cause stress however my specialty is in Substance addiction, Bereavement, Trauma debriefing, Debt counseling, Relationship issues, Anxiety and stress management.
A compassionate and dedicated person-centred social worker with 8 years of experience and knowledge in working with children, families and adults. Skilled in client assessment, developing treatment plans, and counselling for people facing various challenges. I am non judgmental, respectful and I am passionate about helping people.
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I offer individual therapy for teens and adults and play therapy for children. I have a particular interest in trauma and loss, substance use and addiction, mood and anxiety disorders and personality disorders.
I offer individual therapy for teens and adults and play therapy for children. I have a particular interest in trauma and loss, substance use and addiction, mood and anxiety disorders and personality disorders.
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Delene Strydom
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
Ballito 4399
If you're feeling overwhelmed by circumstances, experiencing anxiety, depression, or a sense of being lost or misunderstood, or struggling with cognitive strain, bullying, or relationship issues, it may be helpful to reframe your perspective, establish new goals, and cultivate greater self-awareness and consciousness. Recognising the impact of past trauma on your present reality is crucial, as is embracing the potential for joy and fulfillment. Additionally, addressing any struggles with addiction can empower you to regain control of your life. I'm here to support you through these challenges and help you navigate towards healing
If you're feeling overwhelmed by circumstances, experiencing anxiety, depression, or a sense of being lost or misunderstood, or struggling with cognitive strain, bullying, or relationship issues, it may be helpful to reframe your perspective, establish new goals, and cultivate greater self-awareness and consciousness. Recognising the impact of past trauma on your present reality is crucial, as is embracing the potential for joy and fulfillment. Additionally, addressing any struggles with addiction can empower you to regain control of your life. I'm here to support you through these challenges and help you navigate towards healing
Khanyisile Maureen Nuba
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
Bizana 4800
I work along with clients need improvement by counselling helping them through consideration of their body, mind and spirit. I also offer individual counselling, life style coaching, counselling for general problems, addiction including drugs and alcohol abuse, provide guidance and support to children and adolescents with addiction disorders.
I work along with clients need improvement by counselling helping them through consideration of their body, mind and spirit. I also offer individual counselling, life style coaching, counselling for general problems, addiction including drugs and alcohol abuse, provide guidance and support to children and adolescents with addiction disorders.
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The stigma attached to mental health issues has a potential to drive you to your lowest and you will fail to live up to your potential. Mental health problems have nothing to do with losing one's mind but everything to do with our everyday functioning. Thus, we live each moment and take each day as it comes. If you are struggling with stress, anxiety due to work related issues, marital issues, parenting issues, abuse, substance use, suicidal thoughts and grief see the therapist. Your mental wellbeing matters, you matter.
The stigma attached to mental health issues has a potential to drive you to your lowest and you will fail to live up to your potential. Mental health problems have nothing to do with losing one's mind but everything to do with our everyday functioning. Thus, we live each moment and take each day as it comes. If you are struggling with stress, anxiety due to work related issues, marital issues, parenting issues, abuse, substance use, suicidal thoughts and grief see the therapist. Your mental wellbeing matters, you matter.
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Addiction, Employee Wellness, Counselling intervention, Relationship and work related problems (including performance related, incapacity and absenteeism management).
I am a passionate, solution focused and goal orientated person. With strong interpersonal skills as well as long standing and successful career in both employee wellness and business coaching.
Addiction, Employee Wellness, Counselling intervention, Relationship and work related problems (including performance related, incapacity and absenteeism management).
I am a passionate, solution focused and goal orientated person. With strong interpersonal skills as well as long standing and successful career in both employee wellness and business coaching.
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Welcome to Sasha Talia Counselling. I consult in areas of Abuse/ Addiction/ Trauma/ Narcissism/ Relationships/ Depression/ Anxiety / Pregnancy related, Child welfare, as well as other general counselling requirements. This is a safe space where you journey through your heart and mind to function holistically as the best version of yourself. With innovative techniques in counselling this dynamic therapy practice pioneers the process of counselling in excellence. Happiness prioritized.
Welcome to Sasha Talia Counselling. I consult in areas of Abuse/ Addiction/ Trauma/ Narcissism/ Relationships/ Depression/ Anxiety / Pregnancy related, Child welfare, as well as other general counselling requirements. This is a safe space where you journey through your heart and mind to function holistically as the best version of yourself. With innovative techniques in counselling this dynamic therapy practice pioneers the process of counselling in excellence. Happiness prioritized.
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Psychologist Neil
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westville 3629
I am solution focused and specialize in the following areas: - Anxiety - Depression - Complex Grief - Addiction - Trauma - Adjustment to change - Financial stress - Relationship problems - Existential crisis - Childhood and adolescent related challenges.
I am in private practice as a Clinical Psychologist, on the Bluff in Durban. I am a compassionate and experienced psychologist and have worked in a variety of settings and across a range and diversity of cultures.
I am solution focused and specialize in the following areas: - Anxiety - Depression - Complex Grief - Addiction - Trauma - Adjustment to change - Financial stress - Relationship problems - Existential crisis - Childhood and adolescent related challenges.
I am in private practice as a Clinical Psychologist, on the Bluff in Durban. I am a compassionate and experienced psychologist and have worked in a variety of settings and across a range and diversity of cultures.
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What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.