Domestic Abuse Therapists in Port Elizabeth
I offer counselling and therapeutic life coaching. Clients will come to me with a range of problems and often feel some confusion. In our work we will clarify the problem and see what is most challenging for you at the present time. We will discover where this confusion arises in the body and mind and be able to see what started it. Perhaps this has been triggered in the past: by an environment, people, a person, upbringing etc. The work we do is non-judgemental and my purpose is to help you find your way out of the confusion and suffering, so you can find success, purpose and meaning in your life. I will be with you all the way
I offer counselling and therapeutic life coaching. Clients will come to me with a range of problems and often feel some confusion. In our work we will clarify the problem and see what is most challenging for you at the present time. We will discover where this confusion arises in the body and mind and be able to see what started it. Perhaps this has been triggered in the past: by an environment, people, a person, upbringing etc. The work we do is non-judgemental and my purpose is to help you find your way out of the confusion and suffering, so you can find success, purpose and meaning in your life. I will be with you all the way
I am a clinical psychologist with more than 20 years of experience in the field of Psychology. I am registered with the HPCSA, I provide evidence-based and holistic therapy that focuses on enhancing mental health and emotional well-being. I provide a non-judgmental and safe space, where confidentiality is maintained. My empathetic and person-centered approach allows individuals to process their emotions and thoughts, reflect on their lived experiences or challenges. I am passionate about assisting people towards psychological healing and growth. I believe every individual can evolve, lead a fulfilling and meaningful life.
I am a clinical psychologist with more than 20 years of experience in the field of Psychology. I am registered with the HPCSA, I provide evidence-based and holistic therapy that focuses on enhancing mental health and emotional well-being. I provide a non-judgmental and safe space, where confidentiality is maintained. My empathetic and person-centered approach allows individuals to process their emotions and thoughts, reflect on their lived experiences or challenges. I am passionate about assisting people towards psychological healing and growth. I believe every individual can evolve, lead a fulfilling and meaningful life.
I have worked in the field of addiction for 12 years and I have a degree in Social Sciences, specializing in substance abuse.
I provide an empathetic space where you will be heard and guided towards recovery. I am happy to offer a 15 minute free telephonic / on-line conversation to establish if we are a good fit and for you to ask question. I encourage to take that first step.
I have worked in the field of addiction for 12 years and I have a degree in Social Sciences, specializing in substance abuse.
I provide an empathetic space where you will be heard and guided towards recovery. I am happy to offer a 15 minute free telephonic / on-line conversation to establish if we are a good fit and for you to ask question. I encourage to take that first step.
Have you been finding yourself struggling lately? Do you feel heavy hearted with feelings of hopelessness? Are you emotionally exhausted? It's okay to ask for help. You are safe here, and you are not alone. As Carl Rogers once said "The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination." Reaching out is the first step into the direction of the good life that you seek. Whether you and your partner are experiencing some rough patches, if you as an individual are finding your anxiety levels have risen, or if you have unresolved trauma that you can feel creeping in and taking it's toll, I can help.
Have you been finding yourself struggling lately? Do you feel heavy hearted with feelings of hopelessness? Are you emotionally exhausted? It's okay to ask for help. You are safe here, and you are not alone. As Carl Rogers once said "The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination." Reaching out is the first step into the direction of the good life that you seek. Whether you and your partner are experiencing some rough patches, if you as an individual are finding your anxiety levels have risen, or if you have unresolved trauma that you can feel creeping in and taking it's toll, I can help.
I've been a psychologist for 24 years, after a long business career. I'm committed to fostering a trusting relationship where individuals feel safe to open up and share their true selves. Together, we cultivate an environment in which people discover their inner qualities, strengths, and resilience, make sense of challenging situations and often painful pasts, and build a future where they maintain a strong sense of well-being. My experience shows that clients seek an open, honest, practical and future-focused therapist.
I've been a psychologist for 24 years, after a long business career. I'm committed to fostering a trusting relationship where individuals feel safe to open up and share their true selves. Together, we cultivate an environment in which people discover their inner qualities, strengths, and resilience, make sense of challenging situations and often painful pasts, and build a future where they maintain a strong sense of well-being. My experience shows that clients seek an open, honest, practical and future-focused therapist.
I specialize in supporting survivors of narcissistic abuse who have endured emotional manipulation, gaslighting, invalidation, and trauma.
In addition to individual therapy, I work with clients navigating challenges, including anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, burnout, and work-related stress. I also provide debriefing and support for those impacted by group or workplace trauma through (EAPs).My practice welcomes individuals from all walks of life offering a non-judgmental space
I specialize in supporting survivors of narcissistic abuse who have endured emotional manipulation, gaslighting, invalidation, and trauma.
In addition to individual therapy, I work with clients navigating challenges, including anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, burnout, and work-related stress. I also provide debriefing and support for those impacted by group or workplace trauma through (EAPs).My practice welcomes individuals from all walks of life offering a non-judgmental space
Only perfection can judge, and nobody is perfect.
My goal is not only to assist my clients to manage their struggles but to thrive—building a strong sense of identity, purpose, and self-belief. I offer a space where people feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful, balanced lives.
Only perfection can judge, and nobody is perfect.
My goal is not only to assist my clients to manage their struggles but to thrive—building a strong sense of identity, purpose, and self-belief. I offer a space where people feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful, balanced lives.
You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, or lost. Perhaps you're navigating life transitions, past trauma, identity questions, or difficult relationships. You want to feel more grounded, connected, and empowered—but the path isn’t always clear. I offer a compassionate space where you can pause, breathe, and begin to make sense of your experiences in ways that honour who you are and who you are becoming.
You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, or lost. Perhaps you're navigating life transitions, past trauma, identity questions, or difficult relationships. You want to feel more grounded, connected, and empowered—but the path isn’t always clear. I offer a compassionate space where you can pause, breathe, and begin to make sense of your experiences in ways that honour who you are and who you are becoming.
My ideal client is a woman who carries a quiet heaviness, feeling overwhelmed, unseen or unsure of where to turn. She may be going through significant life shifts, struggling to maintain boundaries, or feeling disconnected from the person she used to be. She longs for a space where she can exhale, be heard without judgment and gently find her way back to herself. Her goal is to feel grounded, safe and empowered to create a life that reflects her truth.
My ideal client is a woman who carries a quiet heaviness, feeling overwhelmed, unseen or unsure of where to turn. She may be going through significant life shifts, struggling to maintain boundaries, or feeling disconnected from the person she used to be. She longs for a space where she can exhale, be heard without judgment and gently find her way back to herself. Her goal is to feel grounded, safe and empowered to create a life that reflects her truth.
You might be someone who’s held a lot—quietly, competently, often alone. You long for space that’s gentle, honest, and attuned. Maybe you’re navigating trauma, grief, burnout, identity shifts, or relational pain. You want clarity without pressure, care without performance. Therapy is collaborative, paced with consent, and shaped by your voice. You don’t need to be “ready”—just willing to be met.
You might be someone who’s held a lot—quietly, competently, often alone. You long for space that’s gentle, honest, and attuned. Maybe you’re navigating trauma, grief, burnout, identity shifts, or relational pain. You want clarity without pressure, care without performance. Therapy is collaborative, paced with consent, and shaped by your voice. You don’t need to be “ready”—just willing to be met.
I am passionate about mental health and through therapy I seek to positively transform lives and ensure holistic growth for individuals. The approach that I often use is informed by the client’s presentation and needs. Seeking psychological assistance is a brave step that shows strength rather than weakness. People continuously strive to better themselves and I am happy to provide a safe space that allows them to do that.
I am passionate about mental health and through therapy I seek to positively transform lives and ensure holistic growth for individuals. The approach that I often use is informed by the client’s presentation and needs. Seeking psychological assistance is a brave step that shows strength rather than weakness. People continuously strive to better themselves and I am happy to provide a safe space that allows them to do that.
Developmental and systemic trauma can profoundly shape how we show up in the world—as individuals, leaders, and members of community. I specialise in working with childhood and attachment trauma, as well as the systemic wounds related to race, gender, and organisational culture. My approaches support clients to metabolise and integrate these complex life experiences, deepening emotional embodiment, and restoring connection with innate wisdom, creative aliveness, and inner resources.
Through the therapeutic process, we open pathways to greater meaning, social connection, and personal effectiveness.
Developmental and systemic trauma can profoundly shape how we show up in the world—as individuals, leaders, and members of community. I specialise in working with childhood and attachment trauma, as well as the systemic wounds related to race, gender, and organisational culture. My approaches support clients to metabolise and integrate these complex life experiences, deepening emotional embodiment, and restoring connection with innate wisdom, creative aliveness, and inner resources.
Through the therapeutic process, we open pathways to greater meaning, social connection, and personal effectiveness.
As a Registered Wellness Counsellor, I offer a safe, compassionate and confidential space where you are heard without judgement. I walk alongside you at your own pace with respect, empathy and honesty. Whether you are navigating stress, grief, trauma or life changes, my goal is to help you feel supported, understood and empowered to move forward.
As a Registered Wellness Counsellor, I offer a safe, compassionate and confidential space where you are heard without judgement. I walk alongside you at your own pace with respect, empathy and honesty. Whether you are navigating stress, grief, trauma or life changes, my goal is to help you feel supported, understood and empowered to move forward.
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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.
I am a black Xhosa-speaking psychologist. I work both face-to-face and online for therapy.
I am a black Xhosa-speaking psychologist. I work both face-to-face and online for therapy.
Hi, my name is Babalwa, I am a community counselling psychologist who works with clients that are going through personal and life challenges such as grief, anxiety and depression. I am experienced in working with individuals throughout the different stages of life, with the aim of facilitating a process of awareness and healing.
Hi, my name is Babalwa, I am a community counselling psychologist who works with clients that are going through personal and life challenges such as grief, anxiety and depression. I am experienced in working with individuals throughout the different stages of life, with the aim of facilitating a process of awareness and healing.
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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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What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognise that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.