Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Diepkloof

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Jossy Mantile Thokolo
Registered Counsellor
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
My specialities include Couples, Marriage, Premarital issues, Family counselling, Bereavement, Trauma, child behavioural issues, Mental health issues, Personal development, Suicide, Trauma & PTSD, Infidelity, communication issues, work-related issues, Spiritual & Religious issues.
I am a committed and passionate registered counsellor possessing broad range of experience in delivering comprehensive case management to clients of all backgrounds. I am accomplished in at fostering a non-judgemental and conducive environment for clients to freely open-up regarding their challenges/issues. I use solution focused therapy to conduct my sessions which guides clients to focus on their current circumstances and build on their future hopes. This does not necessarily mean that I do not employ other models when attending to clients' needs, each client is treated as a unique case and therapy models are applied accordingly.
My specialities include Couples, Marriage, Premarital issues, Family counselling, Bereavement, Trauma, child behavioural issues, Mental health issues, Personal development, Suicide, Trauma & PTSD, Infidelity, communication issues, work-related issues, Spiritual & Religious issues.
I am a committed and passionate registered counsellor possessing broad range of experience in delivering comprehensive case management to clients of all backgrounds. I am accomplished in at fostering a non-judgemental and conducive environment for clients to freely open-up regarding their challenges/issues. I use solution focused therapy to conduct my sessions which guides clients to focus on their current circumstances and build on their future hopes. This does not necessarily mean that I do not employ other models when attending to clients' needs, each client is treated as a unique case and therapy models are applied accordingly.
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Goitseone Tamane
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
Diepkloof 1862
Mental Wellness is your greatest Wealth. Prioritize Mental Health through mindfulness every day!
Mental Wellness is your greatest Wealth. Prioritize Mental Health through mindfulness every day!
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Online Therapists

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Gina Sim Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Ballito 4399
My name is Gina, I offer a warm and open environment in which I treat moderate to severe psychological issues. This includes anxiety, depression, grief, behavioural problems and suicidal thoughts. Mental healthcare issues manifest in various ways, they can prohibit one from functioning effectively at home / work or in a personal relationships. My approach is to build at trusting relationship in order to explore the source of your difficulties. Taking the step to seek therapy is daunting, it is due to this that i adopt a gentle and nurturing approach to ensure you are at ease.
My name is Gina, I offer a warm and open environment in which I treat moderate to severe psychological issues. This includes anxiety, depression, grief, behavioural problems and suicidal thoughts. Mental healthcare issues manifest in various ways, they can prohibit one from functioning effectively at home / work or in a personal relationships. My approach is to build at trusting relationship in order to explore the source of your difficulties. Taking the step to seek therapy is daunting, it is due to this that i adopt a gentle and nurturing approach to ensure you are at ease.
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Fezile Cele
Social Worker, SACSSP
Durban 4001
Para- suicide and stress management.
I evaluate the client's situation and needs, deve.op a treatment plan and come up with the best possible intervention working collaborately with my clients. Supportive counselling and sometimes give tasks. I render psycho-educational therapy . Therapy can be person-centred or solution based.
Para- suicide and stress management.
I evaluate the client's situation and needs, deve.op a treatment plan and come up with the best possible intervention working collaborately with my clients. Supportive counselling and sometimes give tasks. I render psycho-educational therapy . Therapy can be person-centred or solution based.
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Philisiwe Sheron Hadebe
Social Worker, SACSSP
1 Endorsed
Durban 4001
I am a social worker working with all people with social illness irrespective of their age, gender, race and ethnicity. I specialize in grief counseling, Para- suicide, Marital counseling both pre & post, Substance &drug dependency, Mental illnesses, Teenage pragnancy. I also do Individuals, groups n community
I am a social worker working with all people with social illness irrespective of their age, gender, race and ethnicity. I specialize in grief counseling, Para- suicide, Marital counseling both pre & post, Substance &drug dependency, Mental illnesses, Teenage pragnancy. I also do Individuals, groups n community
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Khonzeni Primrose Gutshwa
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Kwamashu 4360
I am specialists in following counselling field, chronic illness, suicidal issues, teens counseling, mental health, trauma debriefing, individual counselling, marriage and couples, intimate partners, loss and death, substance abuse post traumatic sexual abuse and families includes joint sessions.
I am registered as a Private Social Work holding Bachelor Degree in Social Work from Unisa in 2017. I have been in the field of counselling from 2019 till the date. I am looking forward to join each individual to the journey of self-development. I would like to meet each individualisation need through their self journey. I have a experience in providing psychosocial support more related to Gender Based Violence and Domestic Violence case work. Moreover able to advocate for the individual client through the healing process
I am specialists in following counselling field, chronic illness, suicidal issues, teens counseling, mental health, trauma debriefing, individual counselling, marriage and couples, intimate partners, loss and death, substance abuse post traumatic sexual abuse and families includes joint sessions.
I am registered as a Private Social Work holding Bachelor Degree in Social Work from Unisa in 2017. I have been in the field of counselling from 2019 till the date. I am looking forward to join each individual to the journey of self-development. I would like to meet each individualisation need through their self journey. I have a experience in providing psychosocial support more related to Gender Based Violence and Domestic Violence case work. Moreover able to advocate for the individual client through the healing process
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Nombuyiselo Gladness Ngcongo
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Durban 4001
If you are struggling with stress, anxiety due to work related issues, marital issues, parenting issues, abuse, substance use, suicidal thoughts and grief see the therapist.
I use person centered approach to help you recognize your potential, after all you are not your problems, you are just confronted by unpleasant situation, so unleash your potential and face your problem head on. Strength based and Solution focused models will equip you with tools to solve problems beyond therapy room.
If you are struggling with stress, anxiety due to work related issues, marital issues, parenting issues, abuse, substance use, suicidal thoughts and grief see the therapist.
I use person centered approach to help you recognize your potential, after all you are not your problems, you are just confronted by unpleasant situation, so unleash your potential and face your problem head on. Strength based and Solution focused models will equip you with tools to solve problems beyond therapy room.
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Ziyanda Maphini Maphini
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Durban 4001
Counselling Offered on ; Trauma, Anxiety disorders, Depression, Suicide, Adjustment disorder, Family, Relationship & Marital counseling, sexual assault and abuse, gender based violence, Career, HIV/AIDS, Employee Wellness, Community Mental Health.
Counseling Offered on ; Trauma, Anxiety disorders, Depression, Suicide, Adjustment disorder, Family, Relationship & Marital counseling, sexual assault and abuse, gender based violence, Career, HIV/AIDS, Employee Wellness, Community Mental Health
Counselling Offered on ; Trauma, Anxiety disorders, Depression, Suicide, Adjustment disorder, Family, Relationship & Marital counseling, sexual assault and abuse, gender based violence, Career, HIV/AIDS, Employee Wellness, Community Mental Health.
Counseling Offered on ; Trauma, Anxiety disorders, Depression, Suicide, Adjustment disorder, Family, Relationship & Marital counseling, sexual assault and abuse, gender based violence, Career, HIV/AIDS, Employee Wellness, Community Mental Health
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James Olmesdahl
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Malvern 4055
Focus areas: anxiety; depression; suicide; trauma; bereavement; fears/phobias; adjustment to life changes; stress management; anger management; HIV/AIDS counselling; sexual identity issues; marriage/relationship difficulties, divorce
I am a Counselling Psychologist who has been in private practice since 2010. I work with a wide array of problems affecting individuals, relationships and marriages. I work eclectically drawing on a number of different theoretical approaches so as to find a good ‘fit’ between what a client presents in a session and an approach I believe they will find most beneficial.
Focus areas: anxiety; depression; suicide; trauma; bereavement; fears/phobias; adjustment to life changes; stress management; anger management; HIV/AIDS counselling; sexual identity issues; marriage/relationship difficulties, divorce
I am a Counselling Psychologist who has been in private practice since 2010. I work with a wide array of problems affecting individuals, relationships and marriages. I work eclectically drawing on a number of different theoretical approaches so as to find a good ‘fit’ between what a client presents in a session and an approach I believe they will find most beneficial.
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Zamile Khanyisile Magwaza
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Kwamashu 4360
My area of practice is Substance abuse, family/couple counseling, Grief counseling, Para- suicide, stress management.
I am a compassionate and experienced social worker, I am dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and communities of all ages to overcome life's challenges. My clients' well-being is at the forefront of my practice, and I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space for them to share their experiences . With expertise in mental health, trauma, and relationships, I tailor my approach to meet each client's unique needs. What sets me apart is my ability to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
My area of practice is Substance abuse, family/couple counseling, Grief counseling, Para- suicide, stress management.
I am a compassionate and experienced social worker, I am dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and communities of all ages to overcome life's challenges. My clients' well-being is at the forefront of my practice, and I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space for them to share their experiences . With expertise in mental health, trauma, and relationships, I tailor my approach to meet each client's unique needs. What sets me apart is my ability to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
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Philisiwe Portia Kubheka
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Pinetown 3620
I provide counselling services on the issues of Trauma, Loss and Grief, Couples Therapy, Divorce, Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Suicide, Substance Abuse, Behavioral Issues, Bullying, Family Conflicts, Relationships, Teenage Pregnancy and a Variety of Awareness Programs.
My services cater for men, women, youth and children. With a focus to empower victims to regain their strength. People seeking to be healed from emotional wounds, feelings of helplessness, hopelessness and loneliness or battling low self-esteem. Everyone deserves to be respected, heard, empowered and restored to their true self.
I provide counselling services on the issues of Trauma, Loss and Grief, Couples Therapy, Divorce, Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Suicide, Substance Abuse, Behavioral Issues, Bullying, Family Conflicts, Relationships, Teenage Pregnancy and a Variety of Awareness Programs.
My services cater for men, women, youth and children. With a focus to empower victims to regain their strength. People seeking to be healed from emotional wounds, feelings of helplessness, hopelessness and loneliness or battling low self-esteem. Everyone deserves to be respected, heard, empowered and restored to their true self.
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Yajna Riya Aheer
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
11 Endorsed
Online Only
With extensive experience in palliative care, trauma counselling, and working with diverse populations—including abandoned children, GBV survivors, and individuals at risk of suicide— I offer a holistic approach to mental health.
My specialization include trauma and crisis counselling, addiction recovery, and support for gender-based violence. I offer tailored prenatal and postnatal emotional support, couples counselling and career guidance.
With extensive experience in palliative care, trauma counselling, and working with diverse populations—including abandoned children, GBV survivors, and individuals at risk of suicide— I offer a holistic approach to mental health.
My specialization include trauma and crisis counselling, addiction recovery, and support for gender-based violence. I offer tailored prenatal and postnatal emotional support, couples counselling and career guidance.
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iSisa Wellness Hub
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
Ballito 4399
As a compassionate and empathetic wellness counselling therapist, I am dedicated to supporting individuals on their unique journeys towards wholeness and well-being. I understand that each person has their own distinct needs, goals, and aspirations. You may be seeking a safe space to process life's challenges, cultivate self-awareness, or develop resilience. Perhaps you're looking to break free from limiting patterns, nurture meaningful relationships, or simply find peace in a chaotic world. My approach is centred around empowering you to tap into your inner strength .
As a compassionate and empathetic wellness counselling therapist, I am dedicated to supporting individuals on their unique journeys towards wholeness and well-being. I understand that each person has their own distinct needs, goals, and aspirations. You may be seeking a safe space to process life's challenges, cultivate self-awareness, or develop resilience. Perhaps you're looking to break free from limiting patterns, nurture meaningful relationships, or simply find peace in a chaotic world. My approach is centred around empowering you to tap into your inner strength .
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Andrea Tate
General Counsellor
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome all. I’m Andrea, founder of Thrive Together Therapy. I support individuals, couples, children & adolescents, as they navigate life’s challenges, offering a space where you feel seen, heard, and supported. My approach blends DBT, holistic wellness, and heartfelt, practical care. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or just in need of someone to walk beside you, I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where healing can unfold. I believe therapy should feel like a genuine connection—collaborative, empowering, and deeply human. If you’re ready to take that first step, I’m here to meet you with compassion and care
Welcome all. I’m Andrea, founder of Thrive Together Therapy. I support individuals, couples, children & adolescents, as they navigate life’s challenges, offering a space where you feel seen, heard, and supported. My approach blends DBT, holistic wellness, and heartfelt, practical care. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or just in need of someone to walk beside you, I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where healing can unfold. I believe therapy should feel like a genuine connection—collaborative, empowering, and deeply human. If you’re ready to take that first step, I’m here to meet you with compassion and care
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Lungelo Sithole
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Umhlanga 4319
Life can be unpredictable and at times we may face the challenges of life that can affect our ability to cope and function optimally. Whether it be a personal crisis, a loss, an emotional hurt or physical challenge - psychotherapy can assist us cope, function and heal while fostering resilience. I am an HPCSA registered practitioner based in Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal working from a variety of psychotherapy approaches to collaboratively help clients achieve their therapeutic goals. My approach to therapy is client-centred, collaborative and holistic - helping clients navigate change, overcome challenges and develop coping mechanisms.
Life can be unpredictable and at times we may face the challenges of life that can affect our ability to cope and function optimally. Whether it be a personal crisis, a loss, an emotional hurt or physical challenge - psychotherapy can assist us cope, function and heal while fostering resilience. I am an HPCSA registered practitioner based in Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal working from a variety of psychotherapy approaches to collaboratively help clients achieve their therapeutic goals. My approach to therapy is client-centred, collaborative and holistic - helping clients navigate change, overcome challenges and develop coping mechanisms.
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Smangele Nkosingiphile Shandu
Social Worker, PhD, SACSSP
Dr Smangele Shandu is a qualified and registered Social Worker in Private Practice. She holds Bachelor of Social Work majoring in Criminology, Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Science and Technology ( Law, Criminology & Forensic Investigations), Master of Social Science (Criminology) & PhD in Criminology & Forensic Studies. Currently, she is an MBA Candidate at Liverpool John Moores University. Shandu has worked in Private and Public Sector. Her strong interest is Trauma debriefing, Anger management, Restorative Justice, Peacebuilding, Child protection, Victimisation, Mediation , Domestic and Gender Based Violence.
Dr Smangele Shandu is a qualified and registered Social Worker in Private Practice. She holds Bachelor of Social Work majoring in Criminology, Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Science and Technology ( Law, Criminology & Forensic Investigations), Master of Social Science (Criminology) & PhD in Criminology & Forensic Studies. Currently, she is an MBA Candidate at Liverpool John Moores University. Shandu has worked in Private and Public Sector. Her strong interest is Trauma debriefing, Anger management, Restorative Justice, Peacebuilding, Child protection, Victimisation, Mediation , Domestic and Gender Based Violence.
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Bianca Barnard
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Hi, I'm Bianca (and I'm so glad you're here). As a Clinical Psychologist with a special interest in trauma and nervous system regulation, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for individuals of all ages navigating various psychological difficulties. My passion for psychology is enhanced by my experience working in public health and with NGOs. In the therapy space, I ensure I tailor my approach to meet the specific needs of my clients. I'm not a blank slate; I'm very human and relatable. I take a non-judgmental stance, and guide clients toward empowerment, connection and integration.
Hi, I'm Bianca (and I'm so glad you're here). As a Clinical Psychologist with a special interest in trauma and nervous system regulation, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for individuals of all ages navigating various psychological difficulties. My passion for psychology is enhanced by my experience working in public health and with NGOs. In the therapy space, I ensure I tailor my approach to meet the specific needs of my clients. I'm not a blank slate; I'm very human and relatable. I take a non-judgmental stance, and guide clients toward empowerment, connection and integration.
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Kate Amanda Crosson
General Counsellor, MSc, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
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.
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Yoliswa Mazibuko ,HPCSA,BSYCH
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
1 Endorsed
Kloof 3610
My vision is to help individuals,groups and families navigate their daily lives and challenges, understanding the client's thoughts and behaviour to foster care and positive well-being. I provide psychological Assessments,counselling also taking cognisance of their own individual needs. I use evidence based approach and i work with the client's unique needs. I use a holistic approach to Identify patterns and develop coping strategies to promote growth. Resilience and individual growth are my primary goal for individuals to gain their self awareness and confidence.I foster growth so they can have meaningful perspective to life.
My vision is to help individuals,groups and families navigate their daily lives and challenges, understanding the client's thoughts and behaviour to foster care and positive well-being. I provide psychological Assessments,counselling also taking cognisance of their own individual needs. I use evidence based approach and i work with the client's unique needs. I use a holistic approach to Identify patterns and develop coping strategies to promote growth. Resilience and individual growth are my primary goal for individuals to gain their self awareness and confidence.I foster growth so they can have meaningful perspective to life.
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Helen Jennifer Anderson
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Gillitts 3610
I work with individuals (adolescents and adults), couples and families who need psychological assistance and/or relationship tools. I am a compassionate psychotherapist, with an additional certification as an Imago Relationship Therapist. I am also qualified to run Imago "Getting The Love you Want" workshops for couples. I do not believe that labelling a client as a "problem" is helpful; rather, the therapeutic process with me is about creating self-awareness, and working together to find creative solutions to the challenges that are facing each person that walks through my door. I encourage personal growth in all my clients.
I work with individuals (adolescents and adults), couples and families who need psychological assistance and/or relationship tools. I am a compassionate psychotherapist, with an additional certification as an Imago Relationship Therapist. I am also qualified to run Imago "Getting The Love you Want" workshops for couples. I do not believe that labelling a client as a "problem" is helpful; rather, the therapeutic process with me is about creating self-awareness, and working together to find creative solutions to the challenges that are facing each person that walks through my door. I encourage personal growth in all my clients.
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Suicidal Ideation Counsellors

How does therapy for suicidal ideation work?

Stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances can give rise to suicidal thinking. Therapy can address the events at the core of an individual’s suffering. Understanding why a person may be suicidal can help the therapist and the patient discover alternative methods of coping. A person with suicidal ideation may be mired in catastrophic thinking, and treatment like cognitive behavioural therapy is a good choice for breaking such patterns. In addition, treatment such as acceptance and commitment therapy can help a person manage their distress through better emotion regulation.

Which therapies are best for suicidal ideation?

Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, acceptance and commitment therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual tolerate distress, regulate emotions, and not act on dangerous urges.

Are there specific medications to be combined with therapy?

The use of medication for suicidal thoughts must be aligned with the underlying cause; conditions such as depression, anxiety, and psychosis may be at the root of suicidal ideation. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for symptoms, which may include antipsychotics such as aripiprazole or antidepressants such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.

How often and how long are therapy sessions for suicidal ideation?

As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. Still other patients, especially those with co-occurring conditions like major depression and anxiety, may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months. In some cases, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm.