Self Esteem Therapists in Buffalo City

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Life Transformation Coach Isabella
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Feeling weighed down by uncertainty, overwhelmed by your emotions, or struggling with self-confidence?
My work focuses on helping clients identify and shift these limiting belief systems and emotional patterns. By working at this deeper level the goal is to support sustainable change in areas such as confidence, emotional balance, self-worth, and overall life direction.
Feeling weighed down by uncertainty, overwhelmed by your emotions, or struggling with self-confidence?
My work focuses on helping clients identify and shift these limiting belief systems and emotional patterns. By working at this deeper level the goal is to support sustainable change in areas such as confidence, emotional balance, self-worth, and overall life direction.
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Marilaine Fourie
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I specialize in anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, and low self-worth.
You don’t have to hold it all together here. I support quiet strivers, sensitive souls, and perfectionists who are tired of carrying everything alone. You might look like you’re coping on the outside — but inside, you’re overwhelmed, anxious, and longing to just breathe and feel like yourself again. Together, we’ll create a space where you can exhale, explore your story without judgment, and reconnect with the parts of you that have been silenced or stretched too thin. Whether you're navigating burnout, self-doubt, or healing from emotional wounds, my approach is warm, trauma-informed, and grounded in compassion.
I specialize in anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, and low self-worth.
You don’t have to hold it all together here. I support quiet strivers, sensitive souls, and perfectionists who are tired of carrying everything alone. You might look like you’re coping on the outside — but inside, you’re overwhelmed, anxious, and longing to just breathe and feel like yourself again. Together, we’ll create a space where you can exhale, explore your story without judgment, and reconnect with the parts of you that have been silenced or stretched too thin. Whether you're navigating burnout, self-doubt, or healing from emotional wounds, my approach is warm, trauma-informed, and grounded in compassion.
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Nombuso Soyizwapi
General Counsellor, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
Online Only
Feel like you’re holding everything together on the outside,but struggling within? You’re not alone. I am a wellness counsellor offering online counselling in South Africa for individuals and couples navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and relationship challenges. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, counselling can help you regain clarity, stability, and a sense of control. Book a session today and reclaim your calm
Feel like you’re holding everything together on the outside,but struggling within? You’re not alone. I am a wellness counsellor offering online counselling in South Africa for individuals and couples navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and relationship challenges. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, counselling can help you regain clarity, stability, and a sense of control. Book a session today and reclaim your calm
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Balungile Andisiwe Macingwane
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
I have extensive exposure in managing trauma, personality disorders, mood related disorders, self esteem, grief, abuse, and alcohol abuse (& more).
I am a Clinical Psychologist with an interest in working with children to elderly clients presenting with trauma related disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, substance use, personality disorders, grief, relational problems, and adjustment related disorders. Through therapy, I hope to facilitate personal growth, insight and awareness, and increase a sense of control over oneself.
I have extensive exposure in managing trauma, personality disorders, mood related disorders, self esteem, grief, abuse, and alcohol abuse (& more).
I am a Clinical Psychologist with an interest in working with children to elderly clients presenting with trauma related disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, substance use, personality disorders, grief, relational problems, and adjustment related disorders. Through therapy, I hope to facilitate personal growth, insight and awareness, and increase a sense of control over oneself.
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Alicia Thozama Sishuba
Social Worker, MA, SACSSP
1 Endorsed
I am a Clinical Social Worker, owner of a private practice specialising in helping clients overcome challenges, achieve personal goals, and improve their mental well-being. I work with married, engaged couples, families and children to strengthen relationships, foster healthy environments, and support the development of positive identities and values that guide lifelong growth. Services: • Family Conference & Conflict Resolution • Online Counselling/ Therapy • Positive Parenting (raising a resilient child) • Wellness Talks & Motivational Support • Facilitating Trainings (Accredited and Non-accredited)
I am a Clinical Social Worker, owner of a private practice specialising in helping clients overcome challenges, achieve personal goals, and improve their mental well-being. I work with married, engaged couples, families and children to strengthen relationships, foster healthy environments, and support the development of positive identities and values that guide lifelong growth. Services: • Family Conference & Conflict Resolution • Online Counselling/ Therapy • Positive Parenting (raising a resilient child) • Wellness Talks & Motivational Support • Facilitating Trainings (Accredited and Non-accredited)
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Sweetlener Thobeka Msengana
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Belgravia 5201
Thobeka Msengana is a Multilingual Registered Counselling Psychologist. Thobeka supports individuals navigating emotional, psychological, and life challenges by providing a safe, compassionate, and professional therapeutic space. Her clients include adolescents, students, professionals, couples, and families seeking support for anxiety, trauma, depression, stress, burnout, grief, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions.Thobeka uses evidence-based therapeutic approaches to help clients build resilience, develop healthier coping strategies, improve emotional wellbeing, and regain a sense of balance and empowerment.
Thobeka Msengana is a Multilingual Registered Counselling Psychologist. Thobeka supports individuals navigating emotional, psychological, and life challenges by providing a safe, compassionate, and professional therapeutic space. Her clients include adolescents, students, professionals, couples, and families seeking support for anxiety, trauma, depression, stress, burnout, grief, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions.Thobeka uses evidence-based therapeutic approaches to help clients build resilience, develop healthier coping strategies, improve emotional wellbeing, and regain a sense of balance and empowerment.
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Qhama Magazi
General Counsellor
At Magazi MindShift Coaching, we work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck and ready for a positive shift in their lives. Many clients come to me during stressful transitions, emotional burnout, and periods of self-doubt. They come to seek clarity and a renewed direction. Through supportive wellness counseling and practical mindshifting strategies I help clients reframe limiting beliefs, strengthen resilience, and reconnect with their inner strengths. My goal is to empower you with the mindset and tools needed to move forward with confidence, balance, and purpose.
At Magazi MindShift Coaching, we work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck and ready for a positive shift in their lives. Many clients come to me during stressful transitions, emotional burnout, and periods of self-doubt. They come to seek clarity and a renewed direction. Through supportive wellness counseling and practical mindshifting strategies I help clients reframe limiting beliefs, strengthen resilience, and reconnect with their inner strengths. My goal is to empower you with the mindset and tools needed to move forward with confidence, balance, and purpose.
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Nomvuselelo Mgudlwa
Registered Counsellor
I am a dedicated and compassionate counsellor. I provide a unique, integrative approach to mental wellness. I hold a Honours Degree in Psychological Counselling, B.A in Psychology, Certificate in HIV/AIDS counseling. I combine evidence based psychological methods with compassionate care, addressing not only emotional and mental challenges but also spiritual needs. With a robust background in Education and Health services, I offer a holistic approach to healing that addresses the intricate connection between mind, body and environment. I provide a confidential, grace-based space where clients are safe to explore, heal and grow.
I am a dedicated and compassionate counsellor. I provide a unique, integrative approach to mental wellness. I hold a Honours Degree in Psychological Counselling, B.A in Psychology, Certificate in HIV/AIDS counseling. I combine evidence based psychological methods with compassionate care, addressing not only emotional and mental challenges but also spiritual needs. With a robust background in Education and Health services, I offer a holistic approach to healing that addresses the intricate connection between mind, body and environment. I provide a confidential, grace-based space where clients are safe to explore, heal and grow.
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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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Siphokazi Phakane
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Vincent 5217
I am a Clinical Psychologist committed to promoting psychological health through ethical, evidence-based, client-centred practice. I provide client-focused clinical work aimed at strengthening resilience, facilitating healing, and fostering personal growth through collaborative therapeutic engagement. My practice is grounded in a supportive clinical environment that enhances deeper insight, emotional processing, and adaptive functioning. My work encompasses the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of clients dealing with psychological, emotional, behavioural, relational, educational,career related & medico-legal related challenges.
I am a Clinical Psychologist committed to promoting psychological health through ethical, evidence-based, client-centred practice. I provide client-focused clinical work aimed at strengthening resilience, facilitating healing, and fostering personal growth through collaborative therapeutic engagement. My practice is grounded in a supportive clinical environment that enhances deeper insight, emotional processing, and adaptive functioning. My work encompasses the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of clients dealing with psychological, emotional, behavioural, relational, educational,career related & medico-legal related challenges.
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Nolwazi Somtsewu
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
I am a registered Counselling psychologist, with 16 years' experience in supporting clients with career planning and management, study, personal challenges affecting their wellbeing, performance and life satisfaction. I also help with employment preparation, adjustment to preparation for retirement. I am compassionate, and love to help clients to empower themselves to lead meaningful and fulfilling life. I am a firm believer in human potential and working collaboratively with my clients for their personal growth. My services are online and face to face, to individuals, groups, and organizations.
I am a registered Counselling psychologist, with 16 years' experience in supporting clients with career planning and management, study, personal challenges affecting their wellbeing, performance and life satisfaction. I also help with employment preparation, adjustment to preparation for retirement. I am compassionate, and love to help clients to empower themselves to lead meaningful and fulfilling life. I am a firm believer in human potential and working collaboratively with my clients for their personal growth. My services are online and face to face, to individuals, groups, and organizations.
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Staci Francis
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Dealing with adjustment & emotional difficulties can be overwhelming. Therapy can be a space to acknowledge your growth, achievements & strengths too. I provide a compassionate & natural approach to therapy. I enjoy integrating alternative and natural forms of treatments with other practitioners to best suite my client's needs.
Dealing with adjustment & emotional difficulties can be overwhelming. Therapy can be a space to acknowledge your growth, achievements & strengths too. I provide a compassionate & natural approach to therapy. I enjoy integrating alternative and natural forms of treatments with other practitioners to best suite my client's needs.
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Pat Hill
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
I have been in private practice as a Clinical Psychologist for over 30 years so have experience with a wide range of problems.
I have been in private practice as a Clinical Psychologist for over 30 years so have experience with a wide range of problems.
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Mihlali Makasi
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
I am an empathic and passionate Counselling Psychologist offering services for Individuals, couples, families, groups and organizations. Psychological assessment (incl. career guidance assessments) and psychotherapy are part of the services offered to adults, adolescents and children. Both inpatient and outpatient mental health services are offered. Clients are assisted to live life without the hindrance of emotional, behavioural and cognitive struggles. Services are offered in a non judgemental space with support in developing more fulfilling life experiences.
I am an empathic and passionate Counselling Psychologist offering services for Individuals, couples, families, groups and organizations. Psychological assessment (incl. career guidance assessments) and psychotherapy are part of the services offered to adults, adolescents and children. Both inpatient and outpatient mental health services are offered. Clients are assisted to live life without the hindrance of emotional, behavioural and cognitive struggles. Services are offered in a non judgemental space with support in developing more fulfilling life experiences.
087 250 0719 x24 View 087 250 0719 x24
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Nomaxabiso Gqomo
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Balazie 5601
You find yourself not coping due to stress, grief, life changes (divorce, separation, break-up, health diagnosis, loss of a job e.t.c). You are at the right place with the right person in a safe space to share your life story without judgement. My practice is a family friendly practice that restores, inspires and re- generates. Special interest is on reducing future generations carrying childhood traumas through play therapy for children. Children face a range of emotional and psychological challenges including bullying, grief, abuse, family breakdown; due to their development stage they lack skills to cope and need extra support
You find yourself not coping due to stress, grief, life changes (divorce, separation, break-up, health diagnosis, loss of a job e.t.c). You are at the right place with the right person in a safe space to share your life story without judgement. My practice is a family friendly practice that restores, inspires and re- generates. Special interest is on reducing future generations carrying childhood traumas through play therapy for children. Children face a range of emotional and psychological challenges including bullying, grief, abuse, family breakdown; due to their development stage they lack skills to cope and need extra support
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Neville McLean
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
For over 15 years, I’ve been helping people work through life’s toughest challenges. I know it can feel overwhelming to take that first step, but I’m here to provide a safe, understanding space where you’ll always feel heard and supported. My approach is warm and compassionate, focused on meeting you where you are. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you, using proven tools to help you feel more balanced and in control. You don’t have to face these challenges alone. Let’s start this journey together and move toward a life that feels lighter, more manageable, and fulfilling.
For over 15 years, I’ve been helping people work through life’s toughest challenges. I know it can feel overwhelming to take that first step, but I’m here to provide a safe, understanding space where you’ll always feel heard and supported. My approach is warm and compassionate, focused on meeting you where you are. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you, using proven tools to help you feel more balanced and in control. You don’t have to face these challenges alone. Let’s start this journey together and move toward a life that feels lighter, more manageable, and fulfilling.
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Lukha Horn
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Starting counselling can feel like a big step, especially if you’re not sure what to expect. Much of my work is with LGBTQ+ clients, neurodiverse clients, and those navigating sex and intimacy. These can be very sensitive topics, which is why creating a space that feels safe, supportive, and genuinely comfortable is one of my highest priorities. For anyone who doesn't have all the words yet, for anyone who feels different - let's create a space where you can put down the mask and focus on the journey forward.
Starting counselling can feel like a big step, especially if you’re not sure what to expect. Much of my work is with LGBTQ+ clients, neurodiverse clients, and those navigating sex and intimacy. These can be very sensitive topics, which is why creating a space that feels safe, supportive, and genuinely comfortable is one of my highest priorities. For anyone who doesn't have all the words yet, for anyone who feels different - let's create a space where you can put down the mask and focus on the journey forward.
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Niki Alexandra
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
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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Donnaé Maree Godley
General Counsellor, MSocSci
Serves Area
Amidst these times of global disruption, many are experiencing a deep sense of uncertainty, fear for the future and a sense of hopelessness. The advancement of AI threatens employment, the wars create a sense of vulnerability and economic strain, justice seems unattainable as systems and the patriarchy fail us. Our reality and experience requires a safe space for expression in a holistic and meaningful way. This can assist in lightening the load and in adapting to change we are able to reimagine, see possibility and potential, heal, grow and embrace a new way of being that is authentic and resilient.
Amidst these times of global disruption, many are experiencing a deep sense of uncertainty, fear for the future and a sense of hopelessness. The advancement of AI threatens employment, the wars create a sense of vulnerability and economic strain, justice seems unattainable as systems and the patriarchy fail us. Our reality and experience requires a safe space for expression in a holistic and meaningful way. This can assist in lightening the load and in adapting to change we are able to reimagine, see possibility and potential, heal, grow and embrace a new way of being that is authentic and resilient.
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Mareli Csabai
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Your relationship feels very challenging right now. It doesn't matter how much you love each other and how strong your foundation is; no relationship is immune to struggle. What separates couples is how they handle challenges. Maybe you and your partner found a way through, growing closer in the process. Or things reached a point where walking away felt like the only choice. Or maybe you find yourself in a place where you don't want to leave, but you can't seem to fix things either. The same arguments keep coming back, and nothing gets solved. Let us explore a different way to approach your dynamics.
Your relationship feels very challenging right now. It doesn't matter how much you love each other and how strong your foundation is; no relationship is immune to struggle. What separates couples is how they handle challenges. Maybe you and your partner found a way through, growing closer in the process. Or things reached a point where walking away felt like the only choice. Or maybe you find yourself in a place where you don't want to leave, but you can't seem to fix things either. The same arguments keep coming back, and nothing gets solved. Let us explore a different way to approach your dynamics.
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Self Esteem Counsellors
When should a person seek therapy for low self-esteem?
When self-esteem problems begin to disrupt the healthy daily functioning of an individual, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not engaging with friends for fear of being judged, not completing work assignments because they don’t think they’re capable, or not finding romantic love because they don’t feel they’re worthy of it, a therapist may be able to help.

What are the signs of low self-esteem?
Low self-esteem is a common issue that can affect a person's mental and emotional well-being. Some common signs of low self-esteem include negative self-talk, perfectionism, social anxiety, difficulty making decisions, an inability to set boundaries, people-pleasing, and others. A lack of belief in oneself or one’s abilities and a feeling of not being worthy or deserving underlie most of these characteristics.

What causes low self-esteem?
Feelings of low self-worth can begin in childhood or adulthood. Being raised by a highly critical parent or growing up feeling constant disapproval can stay with a person well into adulthood. Specific issues in adulthood may also be a cause of low self-esteem. An unhappy relationship, a dysfunctional work or school experience can impact a person’s feelings of self-worth.

How can therapy improve self-esteem?
Therapists can help identify negative thought patterns that keep the client stuck in a loop of destructive self-talk and develop coping skills to change the voice in their head. A therapist can help with goal-setting, so that clients are better able to stay on task and build confidence from successfully completing work they’re proud of. Coaching a client on how to better communicate can improve relationships. These skills can result in someone with low self-esteem feeling empowered and living with less fear.