Child Therapists in Durban, NL

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Jayde Green
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
I am a Counselling Psychologist practicing from Westville, Durban. I work with children and adolescents. I offer play therapy, intellectual assessments, career assessment and guidance, psychotherapy, and counselling.
I am a Counselling Psychologist practicing from Westville, Durban. I work with children and adolescents. I offer play therapy, intellectual assessments, career assessment and guidance, psychotherapy, and counselling.
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Duduzile Maphanga
Psychometrist, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Psychometrist
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
We provide a safe, supportive, space to help you navigate various aspects of life such as: •Stress, Anger, Depression, Anxiety: We help you develop self-awareness, resilience etc •Relationship & Family: Couples, Interpersonal Conflict, Parenting, Separation •Workplace: Disciplinary, Retrenchment, Conflict with Co-Workers/Management, Career Change, Career Mobility, Poor Performance, Burnout • Child/Teen/Adolescent: ADHD, Career Counselling, Subject Choice guidance & Scholastic support
We provide a safe place for you to be yourself and to discuss some of the problems and issues that show up in your daily life and in your relationships, we provide psychological interventions to help you navigate life and help facilitate personal growth & development. We also offer interventions for learning & behavioural difficulties in children
We provide a safe, supportive, space to help you navigate various aspects of life such as: •Stress, Anger, Depression, Anxiety: We help you develop self-awareness, resilience etc •Relationship & Family: Couples, Interpersonal Conflict, Parenting, Separation •Workplace: Disciplinary, Retrenchment, Conflict with Co-Workers/Management, Career Change, Career Mobility, Poor Performance, Burnout • Child/Teen/Adolescent: ADHD, Career Counselling, Subject Choice guidance & Scholastic support
We provide a safe place for you to be yourself and to discuss some of the problems and issues that show up in your daily life and in your relationships, we provide psychological interventions to help you navigate life and help facilitate personal growth & development. We also offer interventions for learning & behavioural difficulties in children
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The Light Healing Sanctuary
Psychologist, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Serves Area
At the Light Healing Sanctuary, we provide a warm and safe space for patients to express their emotions , address their innermost conflicts and learn how to grow and heal. We provide Therapeutic containment in a beautiful healing space that nurtures the patient's inner motivation to succeed. In maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and adopting cutting edge therapeutic interventions, we strive to ensure that patients receive the best treatment possible. At The Light Healing Sanctuary, we strive to "Shed a guiding light on your healing journey."
At the Light Healing Sanctuary, we provide a warm and safe space for patients to express their emotions , address their innermost conflicts and learn how to grow and heal. We provide Therapeutic containment in a beautiful healing space that nurtures the patient's inner motivation to succeed. In maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and adopting cutting edge therapeutic interventions, we strive to ensure that patients receive the best treatment possible. At The Light Healing Sanctuary, we strive to "Shed a guiding light on your healing journey."
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Nombuyiselo Gladness Ngcongo
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Durban 4001
The stigma attached to mental health issues has a potential to drive you to your lowest and you will fail to live up to your potential. Mental health problems have nothing to do with losing one's mind but everything to do with our everyday functioning. Thus, we live each moment and take each day as it comes. 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. Your mental wellbeing matters, you matter.
The stigma attached to mental health issues has a potential to drive you to your lowest and you will fail to live up to your potential. Mental health problems have nothing to do with losing one's mind but everything to do with our everyday functioning. Thus, we live each moment and take each day as it comes. 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. Your mental wellbeing matters, you matter.
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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.
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.
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Muzo Life and Well-Being
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Durban 4001
People are increasingly victims of many social forces that negatively affect their well-being and functioning. As we live, we encounter different challenges, those challenges can be personal, family, social and work-related. Muzo Life and Well-being acknowledge that individuals come from different families, and they form part of societies. They are interconnected with families and external environmental forces. We aim to improve the well-being of individuals, and families and to promote mental health to individuals in various enterprises and organizations.
People are increasingly victims of many social forces that negatively affect their well-being and functioning. As we live, we encounter different challenges, those challenges can be personal, family, social and work-related. Muzo Life and Well-being acknowledge that individuals come from different families, and they form part of societies. They are interconnected with families and external environmental forces. We aim to improve the well-being of individuals, and families and to promote mental health to individuals in various enterprises and organizations.
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Hameeda Bassa
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
My ideal client is committed to the therapeutic process and is willing able to embark on a journey of self-discovery in order to find out their strengths, weaknesses and what makes them unique.
My ideal client is committed to the therapeutic process and is willing able to embark on a journey of self-discovery in order to find out their strengths, weaknesses and what makes them unique.
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Mphokuhle Ayanda Ngidi
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Durban 4001
My experience involves working with children, teenagers with behavioural problems, youth, parents or families, as well as individuals with physical disabilities and their families.
I offer counselling to individuals, couples and families I offer support and advocate for people with disabilities I provide supervised contacts for children and families I provide parenting skills I provide professional services for my clients, and ensure confidentiality at all times. I have the best interest of my clients at heart
My experience involves working with children, teenagers with behavioural problems, youth, parents or families, as well as individuals with physical disabilities and their families.
I offer counselling to individuals, couples and families I offer support and advocate for people with disabilities I provide supervised contacts for children and families I provide parenting skills I provide professional services for my clients, and ensure confidentiality at all times. I have the best interest of my clients at heart
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Bongekile Nhlangulela
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
1 Endorsed
Durban 4001
I provide psychosocial services to children and adults that address emotional recovery from any life changing experience with focus on: Personal growth and development: self-esteem, confidence in groups and relationships; Healing and recovery: loss, grief, trauma, sickness and substance abuse Navigating life changes: Divorce, marriage, relocating, job loss, health changes, Building relational strength and resilience: individual, couple and group therapy, Facilitate access to justice and support to victims of domestic violence and GBV.
I provide psychosocial services to children and adults that address emotional recovery from any life changing experience with focus on: Personal growth and development: self-esteem, confidence in groups and relationships; Healing and recovery: loss, grief, trauma, sickness and substance abuse Navigating life changes: Divorce, marriage, relocating, job loss, health changes, Building relational strength and resilience: individual, couple and group therapy, Facilitate access to justice and support to victims of domestic violence and GBV.
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Sithabile Ndlovu
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Clinical Psychologist with demonstrated experience in mental health care having worked in a Psychiatric Hospital, Employee Wellness, Institution of Higher Learning and Private Practice.
Clinical Psychologist with demonstrated experience in mental health care having worked in a Psychiatric Hospital, Employee Wellness, Institution of Higher Learning and Private Practice.
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Tammy Styles Psychologist
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Serves Area
I work therapeutically with children and adolescents for emotional and psychological difficulties.
I conduct psycho-educational as well as emotional assessment, and provide psycho-therapy for children and adolescents for emotional and psychological difficulties. In tandem with this I provide directive therapy to parents for home and school management.
I work therapeutically with children and adolescents for emotional and psychological difficulties.
I conduct psycho-educational as well as emotional assessment, and provide psycho-therapy for children and adolescents for emotional and psychological difficulties. In tandem with this I provide directive therapy to parents for home and school management.
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Mimi Jordan Counselling
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Serves Area
She offers: Individual Counselling ( Children & Adults); Couples Counselling; Co-parenting mediation & plans; Family Counselling; Wellness Talks & Psychosocial Workshops for schools & corporates.
Mimi completed a four-year degree in psychology and 9 month internship counselling at Headway (An association for Traumatic Brain Injury); Witkoppen Health and Welfare Clinic and volunteered on The Phelophepha Train of Hope, under the supervision of psychologists. These experiences opened Mimi up to extensively appreciate the extreme diversity and need to offer polarised and inclusive counselling services to the dynamic cultures and context of South Africa. Mimi is highly trained in psychology to provide an array of psychological & mental health services. She’s adopted the Person-Centered and Solution-Focused Approach.
She offers: Individual Counselling ( Children & Adults); Couples Counselling; Co-parenting mediation & plans; Family Counselling; Wellness Talks & Psychosocial Workshops for schools & corporates.
Mimi completed a four-year degree in psychology and 9 month internship counselling at Headway (An association for Traumatic Brain Injury); Witkoppen Health and Welfare Clinic and volunteered on The Phelophepha Train of Hope, under the supervision of psychologists. These experiences opened Mimi up to extensively appreciate the extreme diversity and need to offer polarised and inclusive counselling services to the dynamic cultures and context of South Africa. Mimi is highly trained in psychology to provide an array of psychological & mental health services. She’s adopted the Person-Centered and Solution-Focused Approach.
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Innermind
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am in private practice as a Clinical Psychologist. I run two practices, one in Westville and one on the Bluff, both in Durban. I am a compassionate and experienced psychologist and work in a variety of settings and across a range and diversity of cultures.
I am in private practice as a Clinical Psychologist. I run two practices, one in Westville and one on the Bluff, both in Durban. I am a compassionate and experienced psychologist and work in a variety of settings and across a range and diversity of cultures.
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Lizelle Fryer
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Online Only
I specialize in supporting children and families.
With expertise in Neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD), I offer tailored therapy to address various concerns, from childhood anxiety and behavioural challenges to family conflicts and parenting strategies. My approach integrates evidence-based practices with a compassionate, family-centered perspective to meet your unique needs.
I specialize in supporting children and families.
With expertise in Neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD), I offer tailored therapy to address various concerns, from childhood anxiety and behavioural challenges to family conflicts and parenting strategies. My approach integrates evidence-based practices with a compassionate, family-centered perspective to meet your unique needs.
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Neville McLean
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
For over 15 years, I’ve been helping people work through life’s toughest challenges. I know it can feel overwhelming to take that first step, but I’m here to provide a safe, understanding space where you’ll always feel heard and supported. My approach is warm and compassionate, focused on meeting you where you are. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you, using proven tools to help you feel more balanced and in control. You don’t have to face these challenges alone. Let’s start this journey together and move toward a life that feels lighter, more manageable, and fulfilling.
For over 15 years, I’ve been helping people work through life’s toughest challenges. I know it can feel overwhelming to take that first step, but I’m here to provide a safe, understanding space where you’ll always feel heard and supported. My approach is warm and compassionate, focused on meeting you where you are. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you, using proven tools to help you feel more balanced and in control. You don’t have to face these challenges alone. Let’s start this journey together and move toward a life that feels lighter, more manageable, and fulfilling.
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Marguerite Black
General Counsellor, MA
Serves Area
Do you feel emotionally exhausted & worn out by life? As Specialist Wellness Counsellor, I provide a nurturing, compassionate space in which all ages and any issues, esp. depression, grief & PTSD are embraced in a spirit of unconditional care. I'll help you GROW and build your STORY towards wholeness through biodynamic therapy, CBT, Mindfulness Stress Reduction, Expressive Arts & Narrative. My work includes evidence-based assessments & reports...I am dedicated to help you stop self-sabotaging self-talk, to be free of unwarranted shame, fear; self-doubt & change unhelpful perceptions/attitudes. Start to feel BETTER & HEAL today...
Do you feel emotionally exhausted & worn out by life? As Specialist Wellness Counsellor, I provide a nurturing, compassionate space in which all ages and any issues, esp. depression, grief & PTSD are embraced in a spirit of unconditional care. I'll help you GROW and build your STORY towards wholeness through biodynamic therapy, CBT, Mindfulness Stress Reduction, Expressive Arts & Narrative. My work includes evidence-based assessments & reports...I am dedicated to help you stop self-sabotaging self-talk, to be free of unwarranted shame, fear; self-doubt & change unhelpful perceptions/attitudes. Start to feel BETTER & HEAL today...
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Masego Ngubeni
Social Worker, SACSSP
Serves Area
My name is Masego Ngubeni - Social Worker in Private Practice and a full-time School Counsellor. As a dedicated social worker and counsellor, my goal is to support individuals in overcoming life's challenges by providing counselling that is person-centered, empowering, and solution-focused. Through active listening, empathy, and professional expertise, I assist clients navigate emotional struggle, mental health concerns, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. Ultimately, my goal is to empower individuals to overcome obstacles, heal from past experiences, and move forward with confidence and resilience.
My name is Masego Ngubeni - Social Worker in Private Practice and a full-time School Counsellor. As a dedicated social worker and counsellor, my goal is to support individuals in overcoming life's challenges by providing counselling that is person-centered, empowering, and solution-focused. Through active listening, empathy, and professional expertise, I assist clients navigate emotional struggle, mental health concerns, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. Ultimately, my goal is to empower individuals to overcome obstacles, heal from past experiences, and move forward with confidence and resilience.
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Zamile Khanyisile Magwaza
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Serves Area
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.
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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Kokoro Counselling and Play Intervention
General Counsellor, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
Online Only
We support children, teens, adults and parents through counselling, play-based therapy, and guidance.
Our aim is to empower individuals, children and families to thrive, not just survive. By working collaboratively with our clients, We help them uncover their strengths, develop effective coping strategies and navigate life's challenges with confidence.
We support children, teens, adults and parents through counselling, play-based therapy, and guidance.
Our aim is to empower individuals, children and families to thrive, not just survive. By working collaboratively with our clients, We help them uncover their strengths, develop effective coping strategies and navigate life's challenges with confidence.
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Zandile Mtshali
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I work with children, adolescents, and adults facing grief, trauma, emotional challenges, or substance use.
No matter how heavy life feels right now, there is a path forward. Whether you’re coping with grief, healing from trauma, or feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns, therapy offers a safe space to be heard and understood. Together, we’ll ease your pain, strengthen your coping skills, and create a life that feels lighter and more fulfilling. You don’t have to just “get by”—healing, growth, and empowerment are possible, and you don’t have to do it alone.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults facing grief, trauma, emotional challenges, or substance use.
No matter how heavy life feels right now, there is a path forward. Whether you’re coping with grief, healing from trauma, or feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns, therapy offers a safe space to be heard and understood. Together, we’ll ease your pain, strengthen your coping skills, and create a life that feels lighter and more fulfilling. You don’t have to just “get by”—healing, growth, and empowerment are possible, and you don’t have to do it alone.
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Child Counsellors

Do I need to attend therapy with my child?

Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.

How long are sessions with child therapists?

Children’s therapy sessions can last 30 minutes, 45 minutes, or 60 minutes. The length of the session may depend on your child’s age and the type of therapy practiced. You can discuss this with therapists you consult and the one you ultimately move forward with.

How do I get a child to agree to seek therapy?

The best approach is to have an open-ended conversation with your child about how they’re doing and what they might be struggling with. When you raise therapy, discuss the concept in an age-appropriate way, for example explaining that a therapist’s job is to help kids handle their hard or uncomfortable feelings. Frame therapy positively, as an opportunity to explore and build emotional skills—it’s an important tool in the toolbox to help kids feel their best.

How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?

A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.