Psychologists and Therapists for Elderly in Durban
I work with children, adolescents, and adults who are navigating life's challenges and looking for a safe, supportive space to heal and grow. My clients may be experiencing anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, life transitions, parenting challenges, or feeling overwhelmed and stuck. As a Specialist Wellness Counsellor and Trauma Certified Coach, I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental approach tailored to each individual, helping clients build resilience, develop practical coping strategies, and move forward with greater confidence and emotional wellbeing.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults who are navigating life's challenges and looking for a safe, supportive space to heal and grow. My clients may be experiencing anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, life transitions, parenting challenges, or feeling overwhelmed and stuck. As a Specialist Wellness Counsellor and Trauma Certified Coach, I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental approach tailored to each individual, helping clients build resilience, develop practical coping strategies, and move forward with greater confidence and emotional wellbeing.
I am a registered Counselling Psychologist with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa (HPCSA) .I have completed my academic training at the University of Zululand, and my psychology internship at Central University of Technology, Free State . I provide evidence-based psychotherapy and counselling aimed at dealing with complex emotional, mental health, and personal problems. I welcome clients from all walks of life who seek assistance in overcoming their obstacles to become the best that they can be.
I am a registered Counselling Psychologist with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa (HPCSA) .I have completed my academic training at the University of Zululand, and my psychology internship at Central University of Technology, Free State . I provide evidence-based psychotherapy and counselling aimed at dealing with complex emotional, mental health, and personal problems. I welcome clients from all walks of life who seek assistance in overcoming their obstacles to become the best that they can be.
My ideal client is a spouse, parent, caregiver, or whatever role they may play whereby they are experiencing behavioural or emotional challenges. They are concerned, motivated and wanting to get help to navigate these challenges they may experience.
My ideal client is a spouse, parent, caregiver, or whatever role they may play whereby they are experiencing behavioural or emotional challenges. They are concerned, motivated and wanting to get help to navigate these challenges they may experience.
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
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist. I worked as a Social Worker for five years in the mental health sector prior to enrolling for my Masters in Clinical Psychology. I am able to provide a safe and professional space for individuals where we can both develop a therapeutic alliance. I work with various mental health conditions and psychological themes. My Social Work background helps me to have a better understanding of psychosocial issues which may have an impact on our mental health. I have experience working with individuals across the lifespan.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist. I worked as a Social Worker for five years in the mental health sector prior to enrolling for my Masters in Clinical Psychology. I am able to provide a safe and professional space for individuals where we can both develop a therapeutic alliance. I work with various mental health conditions and psychological themes. My Social Work background helps me to have a better understanding of psychosocial issues which may have an impact on our mental health. I have experience working with individuals across the lifespan.
My duty as a social worker is providing clients with the tools and confidence to take control of their own lives and solve their own problems.
To be an advocate of the children (Acting as a voice for those who are marginalized or unable to speak for themselves within the legal or healthcare systems).
I will also identify and addressing systemic barriers like poverty, discrimination, and helping
individuals or families return to a healthy state of operation after a crisis or trauma.
My duty as a social worker is providing clients with the tools and confidence to take control of their own lives and solve their own problems.
To be an advocate of the children (Acting as a voice for those who are marginalized or unable to speak for themselves within the legal or healthcare systems).
I will also identify and addressing systemic barriers like poverty, discrimination, and helping
individuals or families return to a healthy state of operation after a crisis or trauma.
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.
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.
I am an HPCSA Registered Counsellor providing professional, confidential psychological support to adolescents and adults. My practice offers evidence-informed counselling for individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, trauma, workplace challenges, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgemental environment where clients can process difficult experiences, strengthen coping strategies, and work towards meaningful psychological wellbeing.
I am an HPCSA Registered Counsellor providing professional, confidential psychological support to adolescents and adults. My practice offers evidence-informed counselling for individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, trauma, workplace challenges, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgemental environment where clients can process difficult experiences, strengthen coping strategies, and work towards meaningful psychological wellbeing.
My mission is to create a secure and supportive environment that allows my clients to express themselves freely. I have always been committed to assisting clients experiencing mental health-related challenges, guiding them towards their optimal level of functioning.
My mission is to create a secure and supportive environment that allows my clients to express themselves freely. I have always been committed to assisting clients experiencing mental health-related challenges, guiding them towards their optimal level of functioning.
In my practice I use a person-centred approach, ensuring that I allow us to know each other and provide an environment that allows you to feel free to share, knowing that you are not judged and all conversations are treated with confidentiality. Through attentive listening, I aim to first establish where you are as a client. We would then look at what the presenting problem is and guide you through to acknowledge how you have contributed to the situation you are in. We look into what your expectations of the session are and work through a treatment plan to ensure your expectations can be met.
In my practice I use a person-centred approach, ensuring that I allow us to know each other and provide an environment that allows you to feel free to share, knowing that you are not judged and all conversations are treated with confidentiality. Through attentive listening, I aim to first establish where you are as a client. We would then look at what the presenting problem is and guide you through to acknowledge how you have contributed to the situation you are in. We look into what your expectations of the session are and work through a treatment plan to ensure your expectations can be met.
Phindile Ellina Ntshalintshali-Mbhele
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Durban 4001
I'm trauma specialist! Suicidal thoughts are caused by the whole lot of issues including past and current trauma resulting to depression. Let us unpack all your issues, find healing and prevent depression! Furthermore, I deal with all age groups to build your emotional strength.
I'm trauma specialist! Suicidal thoughts are caused by the whole lot of issues including past and current trauma resulting to depression. Let us unpack all your issues, find healing and prevent depression! Furthermore, I deal with all age groups to build your emotional strength.
As a professional psychologist based in Durban, I offer a safe space to help you navigate life’s challenges, heal from past hurts, and achieve mental wellness. Services include: Individual Therapy, Couples Counseling. Your journey to mental clarity and peace
As a professional psychologist based in Durban, I offer a safe space to help you navigate life’s challenges, heal from past hurts, and achieve mental wellness. Services include: Individual Therapy, Couples Counseling. Your journey to mental clarity and peace
I am a registered Social Worker dedicated to providing supportive services to individuals in need. I offer individual and group counseling using a Person-Centred Approach, focusing on empowering clients to develop effective coping strategies and promoting overall well-being.
Given the social challenges faced in South Africa, such as Gender-Based Violence, mental health issues, and unemployment, I am committed to making a positive impact in my community through my work.
I am a registered Social Worker dedicated to providing supportive services to individuals in need. I offer individual and group counseling using a Person-Centred Approach, focusing on empowering clients to develop effective coping strategies and promoting overall well-being.
Given the social challenges faced in South Africa, such as Gender-Based Violence, mental health issues, and unemployment, I am committed to making a positive impact in my community through my work.
I hold a bachelor of Psychology and I am registered with HPCSA as a registered counselor. I am running my practice as a counsellor, rendering psychological services to adult and children in a variety of problems. I was worked in different organizations rendering my services as a psychological counselor for more than 8 years. Furthermore, I am an effective communicator and listener, I am accurate and goal oriented.
I hold a bachelor of Psychology and I am registered with HPCSA as a registered counselor. I am running my practice as a counsellor, rendering psychological services to adult and children in a variety of problems. I was worked in different organizations rendering my services as a psychological counselor for more than 8 years. Furthermore, I am an effective communicator and listener, I am accurate and goal oriented.
I am a registered Counselling Psychologist, trained at the University of the Witwatersrand, and currently based in private practice in Ballito and Durdoc Hospital. I work with adolescents (12+) and adults, offering a supportive space for individuals navigating a wide range of life challenges. As a counselling psychologist, I offer a compassionate and warm environment where adolescents and adults can freely explore their thoughts, emotions, and challenges without fear of judgment.
I am a registered Counselling Psychologist, trained at the University of the Witwatersrand, and currently based in private practice in Ballito and Durdoc Hospital. I work with adolescents (12+) and adults, offering a supportive space for individuals navigating a wide range of life challenges. As a counselling psychologist, I offer a compassionate and warm environment where adolescents and adults can freely explore their thoughts, emotions, and challenges without fear of judgment.
I am a seasoned and dedicated professional social worker in private practice with a wealth of experience spanning counselling, debriefing, and specialized expertise in addressing sensitive issues using person centered method... Remember it all about you.
I am a seasoned and dedicated professional social worker in private practice with a wealth of experience spanning counselling, debriefing, and specialized expertise in addressing sensitive issues using person centered method... Remember it all about you.
Dealing with loss and change can create significant discomfort. Emotional support and skills development will enable you to transition through a time of emotional challenges and daily stressors. Your personal development is a collaborative process. This aims to understand your challenges and work together to identify your needs and form strategies for the way forward. The services offered aim to facilitate personal growth towards reaching your potential.
Dealing with loss and change can create significant discomfort. Emotional support and skills development will enable you to transition through a time of emotional challenges and daily stressors. Your personal development is a collaborative process. This aims to understand your challenges and work together to identify your needs and form strategies for the way forward. The services offered aim to facilitate personal growth towards reaching your potential.
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."
My ideal clients are individuals and families navigating chronic illness, serious medical diagnoses, or palliative care journeys. They may feel overwhelmed, anxious, or uncertain about the future, and need a supportive space to process emotions, make sense of difficult decisions, and regain stability. Many are also caregivers carrying heavy responsibilities. They want compassionate guidance and meaningful conversations that help them find clarity, resilience, and a sense of purpose during challenging times.
My ideal clients are individuals and families navigating chronic illness, serious medical diagnoses, or palliative care journeys. They may feel overwhelmed, anxious, or uncertain about the future, and need a supportive space to process emotions, make sense of difficult decisions, and regain stability. Many are also caregivers carrying heavy responsibilities. They want compassionate guidance and meaningful conversations that help them find clarity, resilience, and a sense of purpose during challenging times.
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See More Seniors Counsellors FAQ - About Therapy for Elders
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.
How is counselling for elderly different from counselling for other age groups?
In general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.
How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.
What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counsellors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counsellors specialising in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counsellors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.