Grief Therapists in Durban North
I’m a trauma-informed drama therapist working with couples, adults, and adolescents navigating relationship conflicts, anxiety, grief, chronic health conditions (including scoliosis and autoimmune conditions), as well as life transitions such as relocating abroad, becoming a parent, or changing careers.
Drama therapy is a creative, somatic approach that integrates with other therapeutic frameworks. My work focuses on bodily experience and draws on modern neuroscience to understand the impacts of trauma and adverse experiences, alongside psychodynamic developmental perspectives—exploring how the past impacts the present and how to transform these patterns.
I’m a trauma-informed drama therapist working with couples, adults, and adolescents navigating relationship conflicts, anxiety, grief, chronic health conditions (including scoliosis and autoimmune conditions), as well as life transitions such as relocating abroad, becoming a parent, or changing careers.
Drama therapy is a creative, somatic approach that integrates with other therapeutic frameworks. My work focuses on bodily experience and draws on modern neuroscience to understand the impacts of trauma and adverse experiences, alongside psychodynamic developmental perspectives—exploring how the past impacts the present and how to transform these patterns.
Every one of us is a professional athlete, intent on achieving personal greatness, whether this entails a balanced lifestyle, a more fulfilling relationship, a new business venture, a career change or promotion at work, retirement, the birth of a child, rehabilitation following surgery, diagnosis and treatment of a medical condition, an exercise programme or a goal in sport at any level. All aspects of life that we experience as personally meaningful require that we feel empowered, confident in our abilities and skills, committed to achieving our goals, while perceiving challenges as opportunities for growth and success.
Every one of us is a professional athlete, intent on achieving personal greatness, whether this entails a balanced lifestyle, a more fulfilling relationship, a new business venture, a career change or promotion at work, retirement, the birth of a child, rehabilitation following surgery, diagnosis and treatment of a medical condition, an exercise programme or a goal in sport at any level. All aspects of life that we experience as personally meaningful require that we feel empowered, confident in our abilities and skills, committed to achieving our goals, while perceiving challenges as opportunities for growth and success.
Hi I'm Lisa. I know it can be hard to get the momentum to make that first call or send that first email out, especially if you are feeling unmotivated, depressed, anxious, unfulfilled or unchallenged in life. You don't need to feel this way any longer. Investing in yourself and your relationships are always wise investments. I offer face-to-face, online and walk-and-talk therapy. LGBTQ+ allied.
Hi I'm Lisa. I know it can be hard to get the momentum to make that first call or send that first email out, especially if you are feeling unmotivated, depressed, anxious, unfulfilled or unchallenged in life. You don't need to feel this way any longer. Investing in yourself and your relationships are always wise investments. I offer face-to-face, online and walk-and-talk therapy. LGBTQ+ allied.
Hello Hi Howzit! My name is Yajna and I am a Specialist Wellness Counsellor. I am dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized support tailored to your unique needs. 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 style of person-centered therapy ensures that you receive the best possible care, addressing your emotional barriers and helping you navigate life's challenges with resilience.
Hello Hi Howzit! My name is Yajna and I am a Specialist Wellness Counsellor. I am dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized support tailored to your unique needs. 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 style of person-centered therapy ensures that you receive the best possible care, addressing your emotional barriers and helping you navigate life's challenges with resilience.
My name is Lisa, and I am a registered psychologist based in Durban North, KwaZulu-Natal. Since hearing about psychology as a potential career when I was 14 years old, I intuitively knew that it was something I was meant to do. I am blessed to call my passion for helping people, my chosen profession. In the hurly-burly world of today, it is often so difficult to find someone who really listens. And that is where I come in. I am a talker too – but from the perspective of unpacking the real issues at heart - the issues that many of us battle to put words to, and ultimately understand.
My name is Lisa, and I am a registered psychologist based in Durban North, KwaZulu-Natal. Since hearing about psychology as a potential career when I was 14 years old, I intuitively knew that it was something I was meant to do. I am blessed to call my passion for helping people, my chosen profession. In the hurly-burly world of today, it is often so difficult to find someone who really listens. And that is where I come in. I am a talker too – but from the perspective of unpacking the real issues at heart - the issues that many of us battle to put words to, and ultimately understand.
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I offer compassionate, psychotherapy tailored to support individuals navigating life's complex emotional & mental health challenges. I aim to create a safe, confidential space that empowers clients to heal, grow, and reclaim their well-being. I am multilingual and have experience working with individuals aged 3+ who present with moderate to severe psychological difficulties. My experience in both psychiatric and general hospital settings, has shaped my compassionate, inclusive, and holistic approach to mental healthcare.
Welcome!
I offer compassionate, psychotherapy tailored to support individuals navigating life's complex emotional & mental health challenges. I aim to create a safe, confidential space that empowers clients to heal, grow, and reclaim their well-being. I am multilingual and have experience working with individuals aged 3+ who present with moderate to severe psychological difficulties. My experience in both psychiatric and general hospital settings, has shaped my compassionate, inclusive, and holistic approach to mental healthcare.
Nicole Van Wyk
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Durban North 4051
Waitlist for new clients
If you need some help getting unstuck, whether it's relational concerns, trauma, grief, depression, or anxiety, I am here to help you on your healing journey.
I would use both the intrapersonal relationship (relationship with oneself) and the therapeutic relationship to gain insight into the client's patterns, the cause, and triggers. The therapeutic relationship is often used to both heal previous interpersonal injuries and as a foundation for other relationships.
If you need some help getting unstuck, whether it's relational concerns, trauma, grief, depression, or anxiety, I am here to help you on your healing journey.
I would use both the intrapersonal relationship (relationship with oneself) and the therapeutic relationship to gain insight into the client's patterns, the cause, and triggers. The therapeutic relationship is often used to both heal previous interpersonal injuries and as a foundation for other relationships.
I am a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker in private practice, committed to providing ethical, client-centered, and evidence-based support to individuals, couples, and families. My work is grounded in respect, confidentiality, and a deep belief in the resilience and capacity of every person to heal and grow.
I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, valued, and supported in navigating life’s challenges.
I am a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker in private practice, committed to providing ethical, client-centered, and evidence-based support to individuals, couples, and families. My work is grounded in respect, confidentiality, and a deep belief in the resilience and capacity of every person to heal and grow.
I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, valued, and supported in navigating life’s challenges.
Some primary areas of interest include (but are not limited to) anxiety, couples counselling, affair recovery, grief, life transitions.
I enjoy working with adults (individuals and couples) and adolescents. I have a keen interest in marriage therapy, affair recovery, and sandtray-therapy for adults and adolescents.
Some primary areas of interest include (but are not limited to) anxiety, couples counselling, affair recovery, grief, life transitions.
I enjoy working with adults (individuals and couples) and adolescents. I have a keen interest in marriage therapy, affair recovery, and sandtray-therapy for adults and adolescents.
As a Registered counselling Psychologist with the health Professions Council of South Africa and holding a master's degree in psychology, l bring 25 years of experience to my practice. My approach is centered on creating a safe ,empathetic ,and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their thoughts , emotions and experiences.
As a Registered counselling Psychologist with the health Professions Council of South Africa and holding a master's degree in psychology, l bring 25 years of experience to my practice. My approach is centered on creating a safe ,empathetic ,and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their thoughts , emotions and experiences.
Support is available for relationship difficulties, stress and financial pressures, depression, emotional regulation, trauma and grief, substance dependency, and HIV & AIDS–related concerns.
I provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients can openly express their emotional pain and personal circumstances. I walk alongside clients at their own pace, using evidence-based tools to help manage overwhelming emotions, reduce distress and respond thoughtfully rather than react impulsively
Support is available for relationship difficulties, stress and financial pressures, depression, emotional regulation, trauma and grief, substance dependency, and HIV & AIDS–related concerns.
I provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients can openly express their emotional pain and personal circumstances. I walk alongside clients at their own pace, using evidence-based tools to help manage overwhelming emotions, reduce distress and respond thoughtfully rather than react impulsively
Depression is often a reaction to loss, separation and overwhelming stress.
I am a Clinical Psychologist in the Durban North area. If you are asking the question "Why me, why this, why now?" then therapy is just the kind of transformative space you are looking for. We don't need to wait until we are near collapse before we reach out to a therapist. Psychotherapy is extremely beneficial if you are feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious and confused or are just needing a safe space to navigate through emotionally turbulent or difficult times. I provide a safe, confidential service and am interested in creating a sacred space in which you can do the self-exploration that will lead to transformation.
Depression is often a reaction to loss, separation and overwhelming stress.
I am a Clinical Psychologist in the Durban North area. If you are asking the question "Why me, why this, why now?" then therapy is just the kind of transformative space you are looking for. We don't need to wait until we are near collapse before we reach out to a therapist. Psychotherapy is extremely beneficial if you are feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious and confused or are just needing a safe space to navigate through emotionally turbulent or difficult times. I provide a safe, confidential service and am interested in creating a sacred space in which you can do the self-exploration that will lead to transformation.
Hello, I’m Lynne Richards, a registered Clinical Psychologist (PS0160644; Pr No. 1288326). If you’re here, you’ve already taken a brave first step. Starting therapy can feel overwhelming. You don’t have to navigate it alone. Whether you are facing long-standing patterns or recent life stressors, therapy offers a space to pause, reflect, and develop greater clarity and resilience.
I provide psychotherapy for adolescents (12+) and adults facing mild to severe mental health disorders. I have a special interest in neurodivergence, women's health challenges, and health care worker burnout.
Hello, I’m Lynne Richards, a registered Clinical Psychologist (PS0160644; Pr No. 1288326). If you’re here, you’ve already taken a brave first step. Starting therapy can feel overwhelming. You don’t have to navigate it alone. Whether you are facing long-standing patterns or recent life stressors, therapy offers a space to pause, reflect, and develop greater clarity and resilience.
I provide psychotherapy for adolescents (12+) and adults facing mild to severe mental health disorders. I have a special interest in neurodivergence, women's health challenges, and health care worker burnout.
Im a Clinical Psychologist trained both in the UK and South Africa and deal with a variety of mental health issues (ncluding depression, anxiety, bipolar mood disorder, grief,couples therapy, and so on).
I can help clients to achieve a sense of equilibrium within the self. I do not take away negative emotions but help clients respond in a way thay allows for general emotional stability and overall well being.
Im a Clinical Psychologist trained both in the UK and South Africa and deal with a variety of mental health issues (ncluding depression, anxiety, bipolar mood disorder, grief,couples therapy, and so on).
I can help clients to achieve a sense of equilibrium within the self. I do not take away negative emotions but help clients respond in a way thay allows for general emotional stability and overall well being.
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.
Hi, I’m Mareli Csabai. Life can feel overwhelming—balancing work, relationships, and your inner world, especially when things get tough. Maybe your faith feels distant during hard times, or you’re struggling to understand your emotions. I also work with individuals and couples—whether you're preparing for marriage, facing relationship challenges, or just wanting to grow closer. I offer a safe space to explore your feelings, improve communication, and find more peace and connection.
Hi, I’m Mareli Csabai. Life can feel overwhelming—balancing work, relationships, and your inner world, especially when things get tough. Maybe your faith feels distant during hard times, or you’re struggling to understand your emotions. I also work with individuals and couples—whether you're preparing for marriage, facing relationship challenges, or just wanting to grow closer. I offer a safe space to explore your feelings, improve communication, and find more peace and connection.
Is your relationship feeling strained? Are you longing to reconnect with your partner but unsure where to start? Relationships aren’t always easy, but they don’t have to feel impossible either. Whether you're facing communication breakdowns, trust issues, or feel like the spark has faded, you don’t have to navigate this journey alone. I understand the emotional toll relationship challenges can take—feeling unheard, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. As an experienced and compassionate counselor, I’m here to help you and your partner rediscover the love, trust, and connection you both deserve. Contact me now.
Is your relationship feeling strained? Are you longing to reconnect with your partner but unsure where to start? Relationships aren’t always easy, but they don’t have to feel impossible either. Whether you're facing communication breakdowns, trust issues, or feel like the spark has faded, you don’t have to navigate this journey alone. I understand the emotional toll relationship challenges can take—feeling unheard, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. As an experienced and compassionate counselor, I’m here to help you and your partner rediscover the love, trust, and connection you both deserve. Contact me now.
I am a Clinical Psychologist practicing in Westville, Durban. I work with both adolescents and adults, focusing on a range of different mental health difficulties. I offer individual psychotherapy, career guidance and general counselling.
I am a Clinical Psychologist practicing in Westville, Durban. I work with both adolescents and adults, focusing on a range of different mental health difficulties. I offer individual psychotherapy, career guidance and general counselling.
Anxiety, low mood, stress, grief, or significant life changes such as shifts in relationships, work, identity, or relocating can quietly add to this sense of strain.
I offer a warm, steady counselling space where you can slow down and reflect. I work integratively and collaboratively, shaping our sessions around your needs, experiences and pace. Together we explore patterns, emotions and experiences that may be affecting your wellbeing, while also focusing on practical tools that support meaningful and achievable change.
Anxiety, low mood, stress, grief, or significant life changes such as shifts in relationships, work, identity, or relocating can quietly add to this sense of strain.
I offer a warm, steady counselling space where you can slow down and reflect. I work integratively and collaboratively, shaping our sessions around your needs, experiences and pace. Together we explore patterns, emotions and experiences that may be affecting your wellbeing, while also focusing on practical tools that support meaningful and achievable change.
Boitumelo Patricia
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Serves Area
My services include:
- Counselling and coaching for parents of teenagers and adult children
- Counselling for adults affected by childhood experiences of abandonment, neglect, or emotional trauma that continue to influence personal and professional relationships
- Counselling for life stress related to life transitions, grief, unresolved trauma, relationship challenges, and emotional overwhelm
- Expats counselling
- Couples counselling
From the beginning, we focus on understanding what is currently affecting you, whether that is unresolved childhood experiences, confidence challenges, life stress or workplace pressure. Sessions are guided by your goals and paced according to your readiness, ensuring you feel supported without being overwhelmed.
My services include:
- Counselling and coaching for parents of teenagers and adult children
- Counselling for adults affected by childhood experiences of abandonment, neglect, or emotional trauma that continue to influence personal and professional relationships
- Counselling for life stress related to life transitions, grief, unresolved trauma, relationship challenges, and emotional overwhelm
- Expats counselling
- Couples counselling
From the beginning, we focus on understanding what is currently affecting you, whether that is unresolved childhood experiences, confidence challenges, life stress or workplace pressure. Sessions are guided by your goals and paced according to your readiness, ensuring you feel supported without being overwhelmed.
Nearby Grief Counsellors Searches for Durban North
- Berea
- Durban
- Glen Anil
- Kloof
- La Lucia
- La Lucia Ridge
- Pinetown
- Soweto
- Umhlanga
- Umhlanga Rocks
- Waterfall
- Westville
Grief Counsellors
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.