Sexual Abuse Therapists in Buffalo City

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Madeleine Swart
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Serves Area
I specialize in Trauma Counseling & Debriefings, Marriage Counseling, Sex & Pornography Addiction, Domestic Violence Advocacy & Sexual Assault Counselling.
I work from the principle that people were created to have an abundant life in which they can unlock their God-given potential and discover their gifting, purpose, and calling. Abundant life is possible for all clients, however, each client has their own understanding of what this looks like for them. My goal is to help you experience your abundant life.
I specialize in Trauma Counseling & Debriefings, Marriage Counseling, Sex & Pornography Addiction, Domestic Violence Advocacy & Sexual Assault Counselling.
I work from the principle that people were created to have an abundant life in which they can unlock their God-given potential and discover their gifting, purpose, and calling. Abundant life is possible for all clients, however, each client has their own understanding of what this looks like for them. My goal is to help you experience your abundant life.
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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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Balungile Andisiwe Macingwane
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Online Therapists

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Soul dynamic healing therapy
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
1 Endorsed
Mqanduli 5080
Are you struggling with anger issues.You feel lonely and worthless and you think of committing suicide as your way out.You are sexually, emotionally and physically abused and no one understands you. Your relationship with your partner is stressing and you feel drained..I am here for you to listen in a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space, giving you an opportunity to work through your challenges. I strive to walk alongside individuals as they navigate life's trials and challenges. If you are struggling do not hesitate to contact me. I am Zodwa Gwebani ,a Counsellor registered with C4CSA. I am based in Mqanduli.
Are you struggling with anger issues.You feel lonely and worthless and you think of committing suicide as your way out.You are sexually, emotionally and physically abused and no one understands you. Your relationship with your partner is stressing and you feel drained..I am here for you to listen in a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space, giving you an opportunity to work through your challenges. I strive to walk alongside individuals as they navigate life's trials and challenges. If you are struggling do not hesitate to contact me. I am Zodwa Gwebani ,a Counsellor registered with C4CSA. I am based in Mqanduli.
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Sexual Abuse Counsellors
How do therapists treat sexual abuse?
A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.

Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?
Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.

How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?
Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.

Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?
As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.