Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Westville

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James Olmesdahl
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Westville 3630
Focus areas: anxiety; depression; suicide; trauma; bereavement; fears/phobias; adjustment to life changes; stress management; anger management; HIV/AIDS counselling; sexual identity issues; marriage/relationship difficulties, divorce.
I am a Counselling Psychologist who has been in private practice since 2010. I work with a wide array of problems affecting individuals, relationships and marriages. I work eclectically drawing on a number of different theoretical approaches so as to find a good ‘fit’ between what a client presents in a session and an approach I believe they will find most beneficial.
Focus areas: anxiety; depression; suicide; trauma; bereavement; fears/phobias; adjustment to life changes; stress management; anger management; HIV/AIDS counselling; sexual identity issues; marriage/relationship difficulties, divorce.
I am a Counselling Psychologist who has been in private practice since 2010. I work with a wide array of problems affecting individuals, relationships and marriages. I work eclectically drawing on a number of different theoretical approaches so as to find a good ‘fit’ between what a client presents in a session and an approach I believe they will find most beneficial.
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Vireshnie Pillay
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Westville 3629
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.
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Marc David Greener
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westville 3629
As a psychologist, my therapeutic approach focuses on tailoring the experience to each client. I'm dedicated to incorporating contemporary holistic therapies into my practice, recognizing the intricate interplay of mind, body, and spirit in the healing process. In my work, I prioritize empathy and collaboration, creating a space for clients to explore their concerns within a framework that aligns with their distinct needs and values. By merging evidence-based practices with cutting-edge holistic approaches, I aim to facilitate a comprehensive and personalized healing process for individuals, fostering lasting positive change.
As a psychologist, my therapeutic approach focuses on tailoring the experience to each client. I'm dedicated to incorporating contemporary holistic therapies into my practice, recognizing the intricate interplay of mind, body, and spirit in the healing process. In my work, I prioritize empathy and collaboration, creating a space for clients to explore their concerns within a framework that aligns with their distinct needs and values. By merging evidence-based practices with cutting-edge holistic approaches, I aim to facilitate a comprehensive and personalized healing process for individuals, fostering lasting positive change.
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Lisa Comrie
Registered Counsellor
Verified Verified
Westville 3629
We all experience life's ups and downs with its different seasons and the accompanying stressors , grief, anxiety and depression. I like to focus on how these things impact on us as individuals and on our marriage and families, sometimes without us even being aware of it. I have been married for 32 years , have two adult married daughters and am passionate about helping people, families and marriages to thrive. I am also available to do virtual counseling sessions.
We all experience life's ups and downs with its different seasons and the accompanying stressors , grief, anxiety and depression. I like to focus on how these things impact on us as individuals and on our marriage and families, sometimes without us even being aware of it. I have been married for 32 years , have two adult married daughters and am passionate about helping people, families and marriages to thrive. I am also available to do virtual counseling sessions.
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Fatimah Dada
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Westville 3629
I assist those looking for personal development and growth, wanting to gain greater insight and be the best they can be. I assist individuals who are going through current crises or still dealing with historical crises such as breakups, divorce, relationship issues, abuse, sexual trauma, bereavement, or anyone that is really battling with life's transitions. I have extensive experience with the more, clinical issues such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks and post traumatic stress disorder. People take strain on their mental health when they are unable to navigate interpersonal relationships, and I can provide assistance.
I assist those looking for personal development and growth, wanting to gain greater insight and be the best they can be. I assist individuals who are going through current crises or still dealing with historical crises such as breakups, divorce, relationship issues, abuse, sexual trauma, bereavement, or anyone that is really battling with life's transitions. I have extensive experience with the more, clinical issues such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks and post traumatic stress disorder. People take strain on their mental health when they are unable to navigate interpersonal relationships, and I can provide assistance.
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Helen Jennifer Anderson
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Westville 3629
I work with individuals (adolescents and adults), couples and families who need psychological assistance and/or relationship tools. I am a compassionate psychotherapist, with an additional certification as an Imago Relationship Therapist. I am also qualified to run Imago "Getting The Love you Want" workshops for couples. I do not believe that labelling a client as a "problem" is helpful; rather, the therapeutic process with me is about creating self-awareness, and working together to find creative solutions to the challenges that are facing each person that walks through my door. I encourage personal growth in all my clients.
I work with individuals (adolescents and adults), couples and families who need psychological assistance and/or relationship tools. I am a compassionate psychotherapist, with an additional certification as an Imago Relationship Therapist. I am also qualified to run Imago "Getting The Love you Want" workshops for couples. I do not believe that labelling a client as a "problem" is helpful; rather, the therapeutic process with me is about creating self-awareness, and working together to find creative solutions to the challenges that are facing each person that walks through my door. I encourage personal growth in all my clients.
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Namsile Faith Zamangidi Mabaso
Social Worker, SACSSP
Verified Verified
Westville 3629
In my practice I use a person-centred approach, ensuring that I allow us to know each other and provide an environment that allows you to feel free to share, knowing that you are not judged and all conversations are treated with confidentiality. Through attentive listening, I aim to first establish where you are as a client. We would then look at what the presenting problem is and guide you through to acknowledge how you have contributed to the situation you are in. We look into what your expectations of the session are and work through a treatment plan to ensure your expectations can be met.
In my practice I use a person-centred approach, ensuring that I allow us to know each other and provide an environment that allows you to feel free to share, knowing that you are not judged and all conversations are treated with confidentiality. Through attentive listening, I aim to first establish where you are as a client. We would then look at what the presenting problem is and guide you through to acknowledge how you have contributed to the situation you are in. We look into what your expectations of the session are and work through a treatment plan to ensure your expectations can be met.
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Sbusisiwe Sandra Mhlungu
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westville 3629
Im a clinical Psychologist based in Durban. My experience enables me to offer effective individualised care. I treat a number of mental health disorders and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families and couples.
Im a clinical Psychologist based in Durban. My experience enables me to offer effective individualised care. I treat a number of mental health disorders and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families and couples.
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Sasha Talia Pather
General Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westville 3629
Welcome to Sasha Talia Counselling. Consulting 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. Consulting 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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Ziyanda Maphini Maphini
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Durban 4001
Counseling Offered on ; Trauma, Anxiety disorders, Depression, Suicide, Adjustment disorder, Family, Relationship & Marital counseling, sexual assault and abuse, gender based violence, Career, HIV/AIDS, Employee Wellness, Community Mental Health.
Counseling Offered on ; Trauma, Anxiety disorders, Depression, Suicide, Adjustment disorder, Family, Relationship & Marital counseling, sexual assault and abuse, gender based violence, Career, HIV/AIDS, Employee Wellness, Community Mental Health.
Counseling Offered on ; Trauma, Anxiety disorders, Depression, Suicide, Adjustment disorder, Family, Relationship & Marital counseling, sexual assault and abuse, gender based violence, Career, HIV/AIDS, Employee Wellness, Community Mental Health.
Counseling Offered on ; Trauma, Anxiety disorders, Depression, Suicide, Adjustment disorder, Family, Relationship & Marital counseling, sexual assault and abuse, gender based violence, Career, HIV/AIDS, Employee Wellness, Community Mental Health.
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Zamile Khanyisile Magwaza
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Verified Verified
Ntuzuma 4360
My area of practice is Substance abuse, family/couple counseling, Grief counseling, Para- suicide, stress management.
I am a compassionate and experienced social worker, I am dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and communities of all ages to overcome life's challenges. My clients' well-being is at the forefront of my practice, and I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space for them to share their stories. With expertise in mental health, trauma, and relationships, I tailor my approach to meet each client's unique needs. What sets me apart is my ability to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
My area of practice is Substance abuse, family/couple counseling, Grief counseling, Para- suicide, stress management.
I am a compassionate and experienced social worker, I am dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and communities of all ages to overcome life's challenges. My clients' well-being is at the forefront of my practice, and I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space for them to share their stories. With expertise in mental health, trauma, and relationships, I tailor my approach to meet each client's unique needs. What sets me apart is my ability to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
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Nombuyiselo Gladness Ngcongo
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Verified Verified
Durban 4001
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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Philisiwe Portia Kubheka
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Verified Verified
Pinetown 3620
I provide counselling services on the issues of Trauma, Loss and Grief, Couples Therapy, Divorce, Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Suicide, Substance Abuse, Behavioral Issues, Bullying, Family Conflicts, Relationships, Teenage Pregnancy and a Variety of Awareness Programs.
My services cater for men, women, youth and children. With a focus to empower victims to regain their strength. People seeking to be healed from emotional wounds, feelings of helplessness, hopelessness and loneliness or battling low self-esteem. Everyone deserves to be respected, heard, empowered and restored to their true self.
I provide counselling services on the issues of Trauma, Loss and Grief, Couples Therapy, Divorce, Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Suicide, Substance Abuse, Behavioral Issues, Bullying, Family Conflicts, Relationships, Teenage Pregnancy and a Variety of Awareness Programs.
My services cater for men, women, youth and children. With a focus to empower victims to regain their strength. People seeking to be healed from emotional wounds, feelings of helplessness, hopelessness and loneliness or battling low self-esteem. Everyone deserves to be respected, heard, empowered and restored to their true self.
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Kogielambal Perumaul
Social Worker, MA, SACSSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Queensburgh 4093  (Online Only)
I am a social worker with 19 years of experience. I am an attentive listener and renders counselling and support in Trauma, Sexual Assault/Abuse, Grief, Marital (Pre& Post), Gender Based Violence, Depression & Anxiety, Stress, Suicide, Alcohol & Substance Abuse, Rehab Services, Mental Health Issues, Career Pathing, Bullying & Peer Pressure, Employee Wellness, Teenage Pregnancy, Placement for the Elderly, Palliative Care, Chronic Illnesses and other related social issues. I also facilitate group sessions, couple/family meetings & do community work. I also have 16 years of academic supervision experience for social work students.
I am a social worker with 19 years of experience. I am an attentive listener and renders counselling and support in Trauma, Sexual Assault/Abuse, Grief, Marital (Pre& Post), Gender Based Violence, Depression & Anxiety, Stress, Suicide, Alcohol & Substance Abuse, Rehab Services, Mental Health Issues, Career Pathing, Bullying & Peer Pressure, Employee Wellness, Teenage Pregnancy, Placement for the Elderly, Palliative Care, Chronic Illnesses and other related social issues. I also facilitate group sessions, couple/family meetings & do community work. I also have 16 years of academic supervision experience for social work students.
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Philisiwe Sheron Hadebe
Social Worker, SACSSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durban 4001
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
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Zamantungwa Khumalo
Social Worker, SACSSP
Verified Verified
Durban 4001
I am a private social worker in practice with 8 years experience, based in Durban Central. I offer the following services :counselling /therapy, dealing with anger management, stress & fatigue management, sustance abuse, relationship counselling, family challenges support, dealing with depression, dealing with adolescent, adults and couples, trauma and grief counselling.
I am a private social worker in practice with 8 years experience, based in Durban Central. I offer the following services :counselling /therapy, dealing with anger management, stress & fatigue management, sustance abuse, relationship counselling, family challenges support, dealing with depression, dealing with adolescent, adults and couples, trauma and grief counselling.
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Megan Miles
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hillcrest 3610  (Online Only)
I am a caring and supportive Specialist Wellness Counsellor in private practice. I work with teens and adults in individual, online sessions. My goal is to see you feeling empowered and confident, with the knowledge that you can overcome whatever challenges you are facing.
I am a caring and supportive Specialist Wellness Counsellor in private practice. I work with teens and adults in individual, online sessions. My goal is to see you feeling empowered and confident, with the knowledge that you can overcome whatever challenges you are facing.
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Vasintha Pather
Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Durban 4000
Developmental trauma and systemic trauma can have a significant impact on our functioning as adults. I specialise in childhood and attachment trauma, as well as systemic trauma relating to race, gender and organisations. I support my clients - mostly leaders and organisational practitioners - to deepen their capacity to integrate and heal from these difficult life experiences, to embody their emotions, and to restore connection with their innate wisdom, creativity and joy. Growth through the therapeutic process offers possibilities for deeper meaning and effectiveness.
Developmental trauma and systemic trauma can have a significant impact on our functioning as adults. I specialise in childhood and attachment trauma, as well as systemic trauma relating to race, gender and organisations. I support my clients - mostly leaders and organisational practitioners - to deepen their capacity to integrate and heal from these difficult life experiences, to embody their emotions, and to restore connection with their innate wisdom, creativity and joy. Growth through the therapeutic process offers possibilities for deeper meaning and effectiveness.
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Simphiwe Hlengwa
Social Worker, SACSSP
Verified Verified
Berea 4001
I have over 13 years of experience working with individuals from all walks of life and in different settings, Non-Profit Organizations, Higher Education, Local Municipalities, Private Sectors. Whether its Facilitation or Therapy the goal is to create a safe and a non-judgmental environment for individuals looking to learn healthier ways of managing difficulties, challenges, and be empowered with sustainable tools.
I have over 13 years of experience working with individuals from all walks of life and in different settings, Non-Profit Organizations, Higher Education, Local Municipalities, Private Sectors. Whether its Facilitation or Therapy the goal is to create a safe and a non-judgmental environment for individuals looking to learn healthier ways of managing difficulties, challenges, and be empowered with sustainable tools.
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Angelo Vincent Deboni
Registered Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durban 4000  (Online Only)
Therapy has become very clinical in the pathological world we live in. I focus on ways to make ethical, value-based choices that help you build a purposeful, meaningful life. I use an Existentialist approach (Humanistic) while and my methods generally follow Acceptance & Commitment Therapy guidelines. I have a unique perspective on many issues from my experience in life from personal challenges: raised in poverty, suffering male-anorexia, failed early-life relationships and 20 yrs. as an entrepreneur. This lived experience helps me be an effective counsellor, mental health speaker and provide ethical services as a life-coach.
Therapy has become very clinical in the pathological world we live in. I focus on ways to make ethical, value-based choices that help you build a purposeful, meaningful life. I use an Existentialist approach (Humanistic) while and my methods generally follow Acceptance & Commitment Therapy guidelines. I have a unique perspective on many issues from my experience in life from personal challenges: raised in poverty, suffering male-anorexia, failed early-life relationships and 20 yrs. as an entrepreneur. This lived experience helps me be an effective counsellor, mental health speaker and provide ethical services as a life-coach.
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Suicidal Ideation Counsellors

How does therapy for suicidal ideation work?

Stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances can give rise to suicidal thinking. Therapy can address the events at the core of an individual’s suffering. Understanding why a person may be suicidal can help the therapist and the patient discover alternative methods of coping. A person with suicidal ideation may be mired in catastrophic thinking, and treatment like cognitive behavioural therapy is a good choice for breaking such patterns. In addition, treatment such as acceptance and commitment therapy can help a person manage their distress through better emotion regulation.

Which therapies are best for suicidal ideation?

Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, acceptance and commitment therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual tolerate distress, regulate emotions, and not act on dangerous urges.

Are there specific medications to be combined with therapy?

The use of medication for suicidal thoughts must be aligned with the underlying cause; conditions such as depression, anxiety, and psychosis may be at the root of suicidal ideation. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for symptoms, which may include antipsychotics such as aripiprazole or antidepressants such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.

How often and how long are therapy sessions for suicidal ideation?

As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. Still other patients, especially those with co-occurring conditions like major depression and anxiety, may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months. In some cases, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm.