Alcohol Use Therapists in Buffalo City

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Are you facing marital problems or you want a solid foundation (Premarital Counselling) for your marriage to stand firm. MTB is here to render helpful and fruitful Counselling sessions at your most comfortable space.
Are you facing marital problems or you want a solid foundation (Premarital Counselling) for your marriage to stand firm. MTB is here to render helpful and fruitful Counselling sessions at your most comfortable space.
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Nina Striglia
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
I hold dual registration with the HPCSA as both a clinical psychologist and psychometrist. I offer psychotherapy and psychological assessment to children, adolescents and adults within East London and surrounding areas. I consult from my rooms for outpatients and offer inpatient consultations too. My psychotherapy approach is eclectic as per my masters training and exposure, and adjust my approach according to the unique needs of my patients.
I hold dual registration with the HPCSA as both a clinical psychologist and psychometrist. I offer psychotherapy and psychological assessment to children, adolescents and adults within East London and surrounding areas. I consult from my rooms for outpatients and offer inpatient consultations too. My psychotherapy approach is eclectic as per my masters training and exposure, and adjust my approach according to the unique needs of my patients.
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Asisithi Sejosengoe
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
I am a registered Counselling Psychologist based in East London, Eastern Cape. I specialise in providing supportive and non-judgmental therapy sessions, offering a wide range of individual therapy, with a particular interest in: Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders and Grief and Bereavement. In addition to therapy, I also offer psychometric assessments, including: Intelligence Quotient (IQ) assessments, Personality assessments, Career Assessments. I work predominantly from these theoretical frameworks: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Person-Centred Therapy and Narrative Therapy.
I am a registered Counselling Psychologist based in East London, Eastern Cape. I specialise in providing supportive and non-judgmental therapy sessions, offering a wide range of individual therapy, with a particular interest in: Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders and Grief and Bereavement. In addition to therapy, I also offer psychometric assessments, including: Intelligence Quotient (IQ) assessments, Personality assessments, Career Assessments. I work predominantly from these theoretical frameworks: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Person-Centred Therapy and Narrative Therapy.
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Naledi Nobathembu Mqhayi
Psychologist, MSc, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Are you trying to find meaning in life? A sense of belonging or you simply do not know how to put back the broken pieces in your life? You've been thinking about talking to someone but do not know where to start? Well look no further because I am here for you. Seeking professional help can be overwhelming but empowering once you do it. With my expertise in psychotherapy, I am dedicated to creating a confidential, warm, and culturally sensitive environment where healing both the body, mind and soul is my top priority.
Are you trying to find meaning in life? A sense of belonging or you simply do not know how to put back the broken pieces in your life? You've been thinking about talking to someone but do not know where to start? Well look no further because I am here for you. Seeking professional help can be overwhelming but empowering once you do it. With my expertise in psychotherapy, I am dedicated to creating a confidential, warm, and culturally sensitive environment where healing both the body, mind and soul is my top priority.
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Bhulana Vuvu Bhulana
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
Mdantsane 5219
As a Wellness Specialist Counselor, I help individuals, couples and families navigate life's challenges and achieve emotional well-being. Client with problems of infedelity for example. Acknowledge the potential clients struggle and emotions. Reassure them of a safe and non-judgemental space. Offer empathy and guidance, rebuilding trust and intimacy. Support in developing emotional intelligence and empathy. Help them understand the importance of understanding each other's needs and desires. Teach the importance of effective cmmunication and conflict resolution skill. Improve emotional well-being and reduce stress.
As a Wellness Specialist Counselor, I help individuals, couples and families navigate life's challenges and achieve emotional well-being. Client with problems of infedelity for example. Acknowledge the potential clients struggle and emotions. Reassure them of a safe and non-judgemental space. Offer empathy and guidance, rebuilding trust and intimacy. Support in developing emotional intelligence and empathy. Help them understand the importance of understanding each other's needs and desires. Teach the importance of effective cmmunication and conflict resolution skill. Improve emotional well-being and reduce stress.
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Zoleka Tungata
Social Worker, SACSSP
1 Endorsed
I offer comprehensive intervention and compassionate therapeutic approach. My experience and expertise play a vital role in assisting to address diverse client issues. I provide a non-judgmental, empathetic and confidential space in which clients can safely express the challenges that are impacting their daily lives. I work with clients, supporting them to achieve their goals, empowering them with skills that they can apply in the future when in need. I create a supportive setting and find actionable solutions. I am the greatest first point of contact when you are not sure where to turn to.
I offer comprehensive intervention and compassionate therapeutic approach. My experience and expertise play a vital role in assisting to address diverse client issues. I provide a non-judgmental, empathetic and confidential space in which clients can safely express the challenges that are impacting their daily lives. I work with clients, supporting them to achieve their goals, empowering them with skills that they can apply in the future when in need. I create a supportive setting and find actionable solutions. I am the greatest first point of contact when you are not sure where to turn to.
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Wayne Kelsall Hadley
General Counsellor, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
Serves Area
I specialize in counselling for Couples therapy, Infidelity issues, Marriage and Relationships difficulties, Addiction, Loss, and bereavement, while also offering holistic support across a wide range of personal My approach is compassionate, structured, and tailored to each individual—because I believe no single method fits all therefore we will address the issues face and their impact, then move forward with carefully planned strategies. I provide practical tools, coping mechanisms, and guidance to help you navigate change, restore hope, and build a more empowered lifestyle. Your journey is unique, and so is your therapy.
I specialize in counselling for Couples therapy, Infidelity issues, Marriage and Relationships difficulties, Addiction, Loss, and bereavement, while also offering holistic support across a wide range of personal My approach is compassionate, structured, and tailored to each individual—because I believe no single method fits all therefore we will address the issues face and their impact, then move forward with carefully planned strategies. I provide practical tools, coping mechanisms, and guidance to help you navigate change, restore hope, and build a more empowered lifestyle. Your journey is unique, and so is your therapy.
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Leonie M Dippenaar
General Counsellor
Online Only
You may be self-aware and capable, but still feel trapped in anxiety, burnout, or repeating emotional patterns; therapy can help you shift what insight alone has not changed. I specialise in working with thoughtful, emotionally aware adults who understand their struggles yet still feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in relationship patterns. Together, we explore the deeper drivers behind these experiences and work to shift them so you can regain emotional balance, confidence, and a greater sense of calm and control in your life.
You may be self-aware and capable, but still feel trapped in anxiety, burnout, or repeating emotional patterns; therapy can help you shift what insight alone has not changed. I specialise in working with thoughtful, emotionally aware adults who understand their struggles yet still feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in relationship patterns. Together, we explore the deeper drivers behind these experiences and work to shift them so you can regain emotional balance, confidence, and a greater sense of calm and control in your life.
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Kau Social Work and Life Coaching Services
Social Worker, SACSSP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
As a Social Worker and a Life coach, I support clients by providing them with tools to take action. I used evidence-based techniques to help my clients identify and address their needs, and develop strategies for coping with and overcoming these challenges. I work with individuals, couples, and families to address a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties. I have a strong interest in unlocking people' potential to maximize their well-bein. I have a huge belief that all of us have the potential to be magnificent, we just need nourishment and light to move forward.
As a Social Worker and a Life coach, I support clients by providing them with tools to take action. I used evidence-based techniques to help my clients identify and address their needs, and develop strategies for coping with and overcoming these challenges. I work with individuals, couples, and families to address a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties. I have a strong interest in unlocking people' potential to maximize their well-bein. I have a huge belief that all of us have the potential to be magnificent, we just need nourishment and light to move forward.
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Dr. Portia Monnapula-Mazabane
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
She is a qualified Clinical Psychologist based at Umhlanga in private practice. She offers psychotherapy focusing on emotional, cognitive, and behavioural components to assist individuals in coping with daily challenges and difficulties. Her expertise includes working with relationship conflicts, anxiety, mood disorders such as depression, bipolar, adjustment disorders, postnatal depression, family-related challenges, grief, acute post-traumatic stress, workplace-related stress, and conflict management. She holds a PhD in Psychology, where she passionately researched the stigma surrounding mental health.
She is a qualified Clinical Psychologist based at Umhlanga in private practice. She offers psychotherapy focusing on emotional, cognitive, and behavioural components to assist individuals in coping with daily challenges and difficulties. Her expertise includes working with relationship conflicts, anxiety, mood disorders such as depression, bipolar, adjustment disorders, postnatal depression, family-related challenges, grief, acute post-traumatic stress, workplace-related stress, and conflict management. She holds a PhD in Psychology, where she passionately researched the stigma surrounding mental health.
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Inpower Therapeutic Solutions
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
People today are carrying heavy emotional, mental, and social burdens while trying to juggle work, family, and personal aspirations. My ideal clients are individuals, families, and organisations who know something needs to change but feel unsure where to begin. Those seeking to improve their mental well-being, strengthen relationships, and find practical solutions to life’s challenges. Here if you have workplace stress/burnout, struggling with a new medical diagnosis, navigating personal loss, adapting to new environments, or looking for a safe, understanding, and results-driven space to move forward with clarity and confidence.
People today are carrying heavy emotional, mental, and social burdens while trying to juggle work, family, and personal aspirations. My ideal clients are individuals, families, and organisations who know something needs to change but feel unsure where to begin. Those seeking to improve their mental well-being, strengthen relationships, and find practical solutions to life’s challenges. Here if you have workplace stress/burnout, struggling with a new medical diagnosis, navigating personal loss, adapting to new environments, or looking for a safe, understanding, and results-driven space to move forward with clarity and confidence.
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Bongiwe Mpukwana
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
As an experienced social worker, I understand the complexities of life’s challenges and the impact they can have on your mental and emotional well-being. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, work-related stress, or difficulties in personal relationships, I’m here to offer guidance and support. You may be feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of daily life, uncertain about your path forward, or struggling to cope with unresolved trauma. Perhaps you’re seeking a space where you can explore these feelings without judgment, where your voice is heard, and your experiences are valued. You don’t have to go through this journey alone.
As an experienced social worker, I understand the complexities of life’s challenges and the impact they can have on your mental and emotional well-being. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, work-related stress, or difficulties in personal relationships, I’m here to offer guidance and support. You may be feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of daily life, uncertain about your path forward, or struggling to cope with unresolved trauma. Perhaps you’re seeking a space where you can explore these feelings without judgment, where your voice is heard, and your experiences are valued. You don’t have to go through this journey alone.
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Zintle Dyoda
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
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Alcohol Use Counsellors
Are there specific medications for alcohol use?
There are oral medications approved to treat alcohol use disorder—such as disulfiram, acamprosate, and naltrexone, which also comes in an injectable form. These medications do help people reduce their drinking as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings, disulfiram can make a person feel sick when they drink, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.

How do alcohol recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other patients in recovery; in outpatient programs,individuals live at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff can also include people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other tools for recovery.

How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.

How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for alcohol use reduce the amount of alcohol they intake. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.