Eating Disorders Therapists in Pietermaritzburg
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.
Claire Nonjabulo Ngcobo
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Pietermaritzburg 3201
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.
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.
Life can throw curveballs in our path from time to time, and these transitional periods can cause stress, anxiety, depression, and isolate us from our friends and families. Going through significant events such as exams, starting at university, thinking about getting married, getting divorced, changing jobs, or even moving house or country can bring up all sorts of emotions and struggles. At the end of the day, we all want to be able to navigate all of life's challenges with the least stress possible, feeling grounded and supported and ready to face the day.
Life can throw curveballs in our path from time to time, and these transitional periods can cause stress, anxiety, depression, and isolate us from our friends and families. Going through significant events such as exams, starting at university, thinking about getting married, getting divorced, changing jobs, or even moving house or country can bring up all sorts of emotions and struggles. At the end of the day, we all want to be able to navigate all of life's challenges with the least stress possible, feeling grounded and supported and ready to face the day.
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.
Online Therapists
Veronique Charles Minds-Matter-Counselling
General Counsellor, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sea View 4094
Cognitive Therapy, Behaviorism ,Projective Tests ,Children's drawings ,Divorce ,Childhood Redefining Deductive Therapy ,Play Therapy ,Cognitive Therapy Depression , Anxiety, Depression , Obesity , Anorexia & Bulimia, Grief, Narrative Therapy, Emotional Analytic Therapy, Trauma (TIR) ,Sexual Molestation, Rape, Teenagers, (Marriage Counselling ( IMAGO ).
Affordable Online Counselling ALSO offered via Zoom /Video Calls /Telephonic. Are You Feeling overwhelmed and stressed, battling to cope with daily life and it's challenges. Are you depressed or living with anxiety or abuse. At Minds Matter Counselling I offer effective counselling. My aim is to help you live a more fulfilled life. I offer a Holistic Approach to Therapy, which is based on you as a whole, mind, body & spirit. At the end of each session, my aim is to help you feel empowered. I act with integrity, honesty and truth. I am here to help you feel better and enjoy your life again
Cognitive Therapy, Behaviorism ,Projective Tests ,Children's drawings ,Divorce ,Childhood Redefining Deductive Therapy ,Play Therapy ,Cognitive Therapy Depression , Anxiety, Depression , Obesity , Anorexia & Bulimia, Grief, Narrative Therapy, Emotional Analytic Therapy, Trauma (TIR) ,Sexual Molestation, Rape, Teenagers, (Marriage Counselling ( IMAGO ).
Affordable Online Counselling ALSO offered via Zoom /Video Calls /Telephonic. Are You Feeling overwhelmed and stressed, battling to cope with daily life and it's challenges. Are you depressed or living with anxiety or abuse. At Minds Matter Counselling I offer effective counselling. My aim is to help you live a more fulfilled life. I offer a Holistic Approach to Therapy, which is based on you as a whole, mind, body & spirit. At the end of each session, my aim is to help you feel empowered. I act with integrity, honesty and truth. I am here to help you feel better and enjoy your life again
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as well as the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF). I have graduated with a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology and completed my clinical training at Fort Napier Psychiatric Hospital. During my training, I gained experience in community work at the local clinics, Hospitals and other remote areas of KZN, as well as providing workshops for corporate institutions. I completed my community service at Mahatma Ghandi Memorial Hospital which also included a rotation to the Phoenix Assessment and Therapy Centre as well as some local hospices.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as well as the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF). I have graduated with a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology and completed my clinical training at Fort Napier Psychiatric Hospital. During my training, I gained experience in community work at the local clinics, Hospitals and other remote areas of KZN, as well as providing workshops for corporate institutions. I completed my community service at Mahatma Ghandi Memorial Hospital which also included a rotation to the Phoenix Assessment and Therapy Centre as well as some local hospices.
I work with anyone suffering from psychological distress. Whether it be from adverse life circumstances, trauma, relational difficulties or more severe mental disorders.
I work with anyone suffering from psychological distress. Whether it be from adverse life circumstances, trauma, relational difficulties or more severe mental disorders.
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.
I am a clinical psychologist working with clients who feel stuck with their current patterns in life in need of help getting "unstuck". If you need some help getting unstuck, whether it's relational concerns, trauma, grief, depression, or anxiety, I am here to help you on your healing journey. I work with a wide range of clients from children to adults. I am a warm and empathic clinical psychologist, with a high standard of care and competence. Remember: Change is difficult, but nothing is as difficult as being stuck somewhere you don't belong.
I am a clinical psychologist working with clients who feel stuck with their current patterns in life in need of help getting "unstuck". If you need some help getting unstuck, whether it's relational concerns, trauma, grief, depression, or anxiety, I am here to help you on your healing journey. I work with a wide range of clients from children to adults. I am a warm and empathic clinical psychologist, with a high standard of care and competence. Remember: Change is difficult, but nothing is as difficult as being stuck somewhere you don't belong.
Nqobile Nontobeko Maphumulo
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
La Lucia 4051
I believe in the importance of creating a better world where mental health is prioritised and appreciated. Restoring humanity and helping people reach their full potential is my passion. I accomplish this by empowering individuals to reach their desired state of well-being by carrying them through the process. I incorporate holistic healing psychotherapeutic practices to assist people in achieving their mental health goals.
I believe in the importance of creating a better world where mental health is prioritised and appreciated. Restoring humanity and helping people reach their full potential is my passion. I accomplish this by empowering individuals to reach their desired state of well-being by carrying them through the process. I incorporate holistic healing psychotherapeutic practices to assist people in achieving their mental health goals.
I am a social worker working with all people with social illness irrespective of their age, gender, race and ethnicity. I specialize in grief counseling, Para-suicide, Marital counseling both pre & post, Substance &drug dependency, Mental illnesses, Teenage pragnancy. I also do Individuals, groups n community
I am a social worker working with all people with social illness irrespective of their age, gender, race and ethnicity. I specialize in grief counseling, Para-suicide, Marital counseling both pre & post, Substance &drug dependency, Mental illnesses, Teenage pragnancy. I also do Individuals, groups n community
Im a Clinical Psychologist trained both in the UK and South Africa and deal with a variety of mental health issues (ncluding depression, anxiety, bipolar mood disorder, grief,couples therapy, and so on). My multifaceted training allows an edge to the psychotherapeutic field and generally helps in the overall healing process.I am trained in different therapeutic approaches including brain-working recursive therapy, gottman couples therapy, dialectical beahviour therapy, etc. The non-judgemental, empathetic therapeutic space allows for change, growth, improvement in the self and healing.
Im a Clinical Psychologist trained both in the UK and South Africa and deal with a variety of mental health issues (ncluding depression, anxiety, bipolar mood disorder, grief,couples therapy, and so on). My multifaceted training allows an edge to the psychotherapeutic field and generally helps in the overall healing process.I am trained in different therapeutic approaches including brain-working recursive therapy, gottman couples therapy, dialectical beahviour therapy, etc. The non-judgemental, empathetic therapeutic space allows for change, growth, improvement in the self and healing.
Hameeda Bassasuleman
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Durban 4001 (Online Only)
My ideal client is committed to the therapeutic process and is willing able to embark on a journey of self-discovery in order to find out their strengths, weaknesses and what makes them unique.
My ideal client is committed to the therapeutic process and is willing able to embark on a journey of self-discovery in order to find out their strengths, weaknesses and what makes them unique.
The approach mainly used is a Psychodynamic approach, which can be described as linking current life difficulties to relevant early childhood experiences, which may be affecting one’s life at a later stage. It is important to note that each individual may suit a different intervention and this can be determined by their unique circumstances, environments as well as their needs and process.
The approach mainly used is a Psychodynamic approach, which can be described as linking current life difficulties to relevant early childhood experiences, which may be affecting one’s life at a later stage. It is important to note that each individual may suit a different intervention and this can be determined by their unique circumstances, environments as well as their needs and process.
Elizabeth Campos
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Durban North 4051 (Online Only)
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What happens in therapy for eating disorders?
In therapy for eating disorders, patients typically describe their eating and exercise behaviours, their patterns of eating in relation to stress, their beliefs about their body, the ways their eating behaviour affects their relationships, and their desire (or lack of it) to change. Such information helps the therapist understand the origins of the disorder and the role it plays in the patient’s life, important for guiding treatment. Attitudes and feelings about food and eating, body weight, and physical appearance are common topics of discussion throughout treatment.
What therapy types help with eating disorders?
Once any acute medical or psychiatric emergency is resolved, psychoactive medication is often prescribed, requiring the supervision of a psychiatrist. In addition, patients receive some form of nutritional counselling along with one or more forms of psychotherapy. For adolescents, family-based treatment is empirically validated and considered the first line of treatment; parents and their children meet weekly with a clinician as the adults are coached on how to nourish and psychologically support the young patient. Adults typically receive some form of individual psychotherapy, intended to resolve the cognitive and behavioural disturbances that underlie the disorder and to relieve the mood disturbances that accompany it. In addition, patients may also be helped by group therapy.
What is the goal of therapy for eating disorders?
The most immediate goal of treatment for eating disorders is to save the life of people who are on a path of starving themselves to death or engaging in eating patterns that are doing irreparable physical harm to their body. Once the acute medical danger is past, therapy is required to understand the nature of the disordered eating and/or exercise patterns, establish healthy eating behaviour, and to tackle the many erroneous beliefs and distorted self-perceptions that underlie eating disorders and continue to pose a threat to health and life. Therapy also addresses the impaired mood that not only accompanies eating disorders but intensifies the danger to health and life.
What are the limitations of therapy for eating disorders?
Therapy can be very helpful for eating disorders—but that can happen only after people recognise they have a condition that must be treated. Especially with anorexia, the distortions in self-image that accompany the disorder can keep people from acknowledging they have a problem. Individuals may in fact see their eating disorder as a badge of self-control. Those with binge-eating disorder may feel too ashamed to seek help. Therapy cannot help those who do not avail themselves of it.
How long does therapy last for eating disorders?
Because of their complexity, recovery from eating disorders is usually a long-term process—measured in months and years— often marked by setbacks and relapse. Some form of help, such as individual or group therapy, may be advisable for much of that time. It is a general rule of thumb that the longer the illness has endured and the dysregulated eating behaviour has taken root, the longer treatment is likely to be needed.