Sexual Abuse Therapists in Akasia
The female client experiencing Psychological tension because she is unemployed and now the stress is causing her to Abuse Alcohol and now Her marriage is falling apart . the Client needs help because she doesn't want her marriage fail and now she needs help to change her drinking problem and to take care of her kids because she has been neglecting them nor bathing them and to keep the house clean, cook for her family and stop embarrassing her family especially her husband because now it looks like he is not taking care of his family. The client also needs advise about what to do to get income, to be empowered to start a business
The female client experiencing Psychological tension because she is unemployed and now the stress is causing her to Abuse Alcohol and now Her marriage is falling apart . the Client needs help because she doesn't want her marriage fail and now she needs help to change her drinking problem and to take care of her kids because she has been neglecting them nor bathing them and to keep the house clean, cook for her family and stop embarrassing her family especially her husband because now it looks like he is not taking care of his family. The client also needs advise about what to do to get income, to be empowered to start a business
I believe that everyone has the ability to unleash their potential. Life obstacles such as past and current trauma, managing family dynamics, interpersonal relationships, friendships, parenting, career demands and social demands leave one feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. These has made it difficult for many to people to realise and unleash their potential. My role as a Clinical Psychologist is to help my clients navigate these obstacles allowing them to thrive as individuals and have meaningful relationships.
I believe that everyone has the ability to unleash their potential. Life obstacles such as past and current trauma, managing family dynamics, interpersonal relationships, friendships, parenting, career demands and social demands leave one feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. These has made it difficult for many to people to realise and unleash their potential. My role as a Clinical Psychologist is to help my clients navigate these obstacles allowing them to thrive as individuals and have meaningful relationships.
I provide assessments, therapy and psychosocial services to children, adolescents and adults with emotional, behavioural and mental health challenges to improve their biopsychosocial functioning.
I provide assessments, therapy and psychosocial services to children, adolescents and adults with emotional, behavioural and mental health challenges to improve their biopsychosocial functioning.
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Zehira-Kedesh Trauma and Addiction
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Serves Area
Zehira-Kedesh assists clients with sex addiction, betrayal trauma, marriage counselling, sexual assault (including rape), domestic violence, general trauma and more.
Specialises in Trauma Counseling & Debriefings, Marriage Counseling, Sex & Pornography Addiction, Domestic Violence Advocacy & Sexual Assault Counselling. Assists people in understanding & navigating sex addiction and problematic or compulsive sexual behaviors. Supports people in finding healing after the devastating trauma of the betrayal trauma.
Zehira-Kedesh assists clients with sex addiction, betrayal trauma, marriage counselling, sexual assault (including rape), domestic violence, general trauma and more.
Specialises in Trauma Counseling & Debriefings, Marriage Counseling, Sex & Pornography Addiction, Domestic Violence Advocacy & Sexual Assault Counselling. Assists people in understanding & navigating sex addiction and problematic or compulsive sexual behaviors. Supports people in finding healing after the devastating trauma of the betrayal trauma.
I am a private social worker who is affiliated with the South Africa Council for social services and I have a professional experience of working with teenagers, as I was once employed by the Department of education as a learner support agent, I have also worked with both married and divorced couples. In my line of duty I also offer counseling to people who are infected or affected with HIV/Aids, I also provide support to individuals and families who have lost their loved ones. I have worked at Thuthuzela care center and I have gained experience of working with victims who were sexually harassed.
I am a private social worker who is affiliated with the South Africa Council for social services and I have a professional experience of working with teenagers, as I was once employed by the Department of education as a learner support agent, I have also worked with both married and divorced couples. In my line of duty I also offer counseling to people who are infected or affected with HIV/Aids, I also provide support to individuals and families who have lost their loved ones. I have worked at Thuthuzela care center and I have gained experience of working with victims who were sexually harassed.
At the Teddy Bear Clinic for Abused Children I have gained experience on rape/ sexual abuse and testifying in a criminal court for 5yrs.
I am passionate about seeing lives changed and clients reaching their full potential, even though there may seem to be no hope. In my sessions I view every individual as unique and do not treat my clients with a “one size fits all approach” I believe that even though clients may have similar problems their experience and the way they view their problems are different from others.
At the Teddy Bear Clinic for Abused Children I have gained experience on rape/ sexual abuse and testifying in a criminal court for 5yrs.
I am passionate about seeing lives changed and clients reaching their full potential, even though there may seem to be no hope. In my sessions I view every individual as unique and do not treat my clients with a “one size fits all approach” I believe that even though clients may have similar problems their experience and the way they view their problems are different from others.
Investigation services related to family law disputes and child sexual abuse as well as therapeutic interventions with children from 3-18 years in Centurion.
Online supportive services via video conferencing (google hangout meets) issues related to (google hangout meets) issues related to domestic violence, separation, divorce-related, child abuse ( sexual abuse).
Investigation services related to family law disputes and child sexual abuse as well as therapeutic interventions with children from 3-18 years in Centurion.
Online supportive services via video conferencing (google hangout meets) issues related to (google hangout meets) issues related to domestic violence, separation, divorce-related, child abuse ( sexual abuse).
I've come to find that counselling has less to do with feeling better, and more to do with getting better at feeling. I’m here to support the development of this capacity through guided reflection, collaborative exploration and compassionate curiosity.
I've come to find that counselling has less to do with feeling better, and more to do with getting better at feeling. I’m here to support the development of this capacity through guided reflection, collaborative exploration and compassionate curiosity.
I work in a long term psychoanalytic way which is suitable for patients who would like to work deeply with their issues and feelings. Patients who are hoping to grow in themselves, and enrich their interpersonal experiences would find this a rewarding approach.
I work in a long term psychoanalytic way which is suitable for patients who would like to work deeply with their issues and feelings. Patients who are hoping to grow in themselves, and enrich their interpersonal experiences would find this a rewarding approach.
I am a clinical psychologist with over 28 years of experience, specializing in personality disorders (Borderline, Narcissistic, Schizoid), complex PTSD, and relational trauma. These struggles can feel overwhelming, and many believe they’re untreatable—but real growth is possible. Using a range of evidence-based approaches, I help clients find stability, self-understanding, and healthier relationships. You don’t have to go through this alone.
I am a clinical psychologist with over 28 years of experience, specializing in personality disorders (Borderline, Narcissistic, Schizoid), complex PTSD, and relational trauma. These struggles can feel overwhelming, and many believe they’re untreatable—but real growth is possible. Using a range of evidence-based approaches, I help clients find stability, self-understanding, and healthier relationships. You don’t have to go through this alone.
My work prioritizes warmth and connection, creating safe spaces for processing grief, trauma, and complex communication. Whether with individuals (teens or adults), or couples, I strive to restore balance and foster resilience during life’s most challenging times. I have a special interest in oncology and support healthcare teams, patients and families as they navigate the emotional impact of cancer care. My integrative approach draws on interpersonal therapy, CBT, BWRT, DBT, and narrative techniques, tailored to each person’s needs.
My work prioritizes warmth and connection, creating safe spaces for processing grief, trauma, and complex communication. Whether with individuals (teens or adults), or couples, I strive to restore balance and foster resilience during life’s most challenging times. I have a special interest in oncology and support healthcare teams, patients and families as they navigate the emotional impact of cancer care. My integrative approach draws on interpersonal therapy, CBT, BWRT, DBT, and narrative techniques, tailored to each person’s needs.
Bianca works therapeutically from a multi-model approach, whereby an integration of various types of therapeutic modalities are used, in order to help tailor the therapeutic process to a client’s needs. Bianca has interests in a variety of areas of therapy including anxiety, depression and various other diagnoses. She has found many benefits in integrating animal assisted therapy in her process and utilises equine therapy and her Golden Retriever, Harper, is a welcomed ‘co-therapist’ in her practice.
Bianca works therapeutically from a multi-model approach, whereby an integration of various types of therapeutic modalities are used, in order to help tailor the therapeutic process to a client’s needs. Bianca has interests in a variety of areas of therapy including anxiety, depression and various other diagnoses. She has found many benefits in integrating animal assisted therapy in her process and utilises equine therapy and her Golden Retriever, Harper, is a welcomed ‘co-therapist’ in her practice.
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.
My name is Mariska van der Meulen and we offer quality counselling at affordable rates. I chose the name Meraki as it really speaks to me about the supportive, non judgmental environment in which healing takes place. It is a Greek word meaning "to do something with soul, creativity or love; to put something of yourself in your work". We are 7 therapists at Meraki and our aim is to create a safe, compassionate and understanding space where we can explore solutions and find new empowering ways of dealing with challenges.
My name is Mariska van der Meulen and we offer quality counselling at affordable rates. I chose the name Meraki as it really speaks to me about the supportive, non judgmental environment in which healing takes place. It is a Greek word meaning "to do something with soul, creativity or love; to put something of yourself in your work". We are 7 therapists at Meraki and our aim is to create a safe, compassionate and understanding space where we can explore solutions and find new empowering ways of dealing with challenges.
I am a warm, amiable and down to earth psychologist based in Linden (Randburg, Johannesburg). While I work with adults of various ages and with a range of difficulties, I find it particularly rewarding to assist young adults (20s and 30s) grappling with depression, anxiety, neurodivergence and childhood trauma. I also have an interest in helping clients with relationship difficulties, and working with major life changes, losses or events.
I am a warm, amiable and down to earth psychologist based in Linden (Randburg, Johannesburg). While I work with adults of various ages and with a range of difficulties, I find it particularly rewarding to assist young adults (20s and 30s) grappling with depression, anxiety, neurodivergence and childhood trauma. I also have an interest in helping clients with relationship difficulties, and working with major life changes, losses or events.
Are you struggling with anxiety and depression, which have been exacerbated by bereavement? Or going through a divorce and have been experiencing domestic abuse in your previous relationship? Or turned to substance use as a coping mechanism and have recently experienced suicidal ideation? Do you need marital or premarital counselling? Or are you questioning your spiritual belief and feeling disconnected from your faith and values?
Are you struggling with anxiety and depression, which have been exacerbated by bereavement? Or going through a divorce and have been experiencing domestic abuse in your previous relationship? Or turned to substance use as a coping mechanism and have recently experienced suicidal ideation? Do you need marital or premarital counselling? Or are you questioning your spiritual belief and feeling disconnected from your faith and values?
I am an Educational Psychologist and Registered Psychometrist working across educational, developmental, and adjustment-related contexts. My work is grounded in careful psychological understanding and ethical practice, with attention to how life experiences and context shape wellbeing and functioning. I value a collaborative, person-centred approach and aim to offer practical, thoughtful support that is meaningful within everyday life.
I am an Educational Psychologist and Registered Psychometrist working across educational, developmental, and adjustment-related contexts. My work is grounded in careful psychological understanding and ethical practice, with attention to how life experiences and context shape wellbeing and functioning. I value a collaborative, person-centred approach and aim to offer practical, thoughtful support that is meaningful within everyday life.
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Many of my clients experience deep spiritual questions and struggle to express it, thus carry it in silence. Sometimes they feel confused, ashamed, or disconnected from their faith. Some are unsure if it's even safe to ask some faith related questions or speak openly about their doubts. They often have guilt or spiritual pain from past events. People are searching for clarity, and reconnection—with themselves, with others, and God. I offer a safe, respectful space for them to talk without being judged and help them to rediscover a sense of spiritual grounding. Contact me if you need to reconnect.
Hi There!
Many of my clients experience deep spiritual questions and struggle to express it, thus carry it in silence. Sometimes they feel confused, ashamed, or disconnected from their faith. Some are unsure if it's even safe to ask some faith related questions or speak openly about their doubts. They often have guilt or spiritual pain from past events. People are searching for clarity, and reconnection—with themselves, with others, and God. I offer a safe, respectful space for them to talk without being judged and help them to rediscover a sense of spiritual grounding. Contact me if you need to reconnect.
The people I work with are often holding so much anxiety, burnout, grief, relationship struggles, or the aftershocks of emotional trauma. Many are strong on the outside but tired of holding it all in. Some have walked away from emotionally harmful relationships and are trying to rebuild their sense of self. Others feel stuck, lost, or like they’ve quietly disappeared under the weight of life. What they long for most is space to breathe, to feel safe, and to begin coming home to themselves again.
The people I work with are often holding so much anxiety, burnout, grief, relationship struggles, or the aftershocks of emotional trauma. Many are strong on the outside but tired of holding it all in. Some have walked away from emotionally harmful relationships and are trying to rebuild their sense of self. Others feel stuck, lost, or like they’ve quietly disappeared under the weight of life. What they long for most is space to breathe, to feel safe, and to begin coming home to themselves again.
As a Clinical Psychologist, I feel passionate about helping individuals discover their strengths, cope with daily challenges, and assist them in coping with or working through emotional distress in a safe environment. I offer play therapy to children 4-12 years of age and psychotherapy to adolescents and adults.
As a Clinical Psychologist, I feel passionate about helping individuals discover their strengths, cope with daily challenges, and assist them in coping with or working through emotional distress in a safe environment. I offer play therapy to children 4-12 years of age and psychotherapy to adolescents and adults.
Nearby Sexual Abuse Counsellors Searches for Akasia
- Arcadia
- Brooklyn
- Faerie Glen
- Garsfontein
- Hatfield
- Lynnwood
- Mamelodi
- Menlyn
- Moreleta Park
- Pretoria
- Pretoria North
- Waterkloof
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.