Weight Loss Therapists in Durban

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Zine Gabada
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Durban 4001
I am a registered counsellor, registered with the HPCSA. I provide solution focused therapy using a person-centered approach to Individuals experiencing distress. I work with cases in the following dimensions: Trauma (Rape, abuse, accidents), Family and relationship issues, HIV/AIDs related distress, stress and anxiety as well as grief and bereavement issues.
I am a registered counsellor, registered with the HPCSA. I provide solution focused therapy using a person-centered approach to Individuals experiencing distress. I work with cases in the following dimensions: Trauma (Rape, abuse, accidents), Family and relationship issues, HIV/AIDs related distress, stress and anxiety as well as grief and bereavement issues.
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WellCo Consulting
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Durban 4001
With 15 years of experience in the field of mental health, counselling and employee wellness trained in person-centered approach and cognitive behavioral therapy, I am dedicated to providing a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences. I have facilitated a process where numerous clients have been able to navigate life's challenges including anxiety, depression, couple relationships and personal growth.
With 15 years of experience in the field of mental health, counselling and employee wellness trained in person-centered approach and cognitive behavioral therapy, I am dedicated to providing a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences. I have facilitated a process where numerous clients have been able to navigate life's challenges including anxiety, depression, couple relationships and personal growth.
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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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Kerri Powell
General Counsellor, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and it’s natural to long for understanding and connection. Many of us still live with the belief that seeking support is a sign of weakness. I see it very differently. Choosing to ask for help, especially during difficult, emotional and stressful moments, is an act of strength and courage. Reaching out is the first brave step toward healing, personal growth, and reconnecting with yourself.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and it’s natural to long for understanding and connection. Many of us still live with the belief that seeking support is a sign of weakness. I see it very differently. Choosing to ask for help, especially during difficult, emotional and stressful moments, is an act of strength and courage. Reaching out is the first brave step toward healing, personal growth, and reconnecting with yourself.
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Angelo Vincent Deboni
Registered Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Therapy has become very clinical in the pathological world we live in. I focus on ways to make ethical, values-based choices that help you build a life of purp & meaning. I use an Existentialist approach (Humanistic) and my methods generally follow Acceptance & Commitment Therapy guidelines. I have a unique perspective on many issues resulting from my experience in life with personal challenges: raised in poverty, suffering male-anorexia, failed early-life relationships and 20 yrs. as an entrepreneur. This lived experience helps me be an effective counsellor, mental health speaker and provide ethical services as a life-coach.
Therapy has become very clinical in the pathological world we live in. I focus on ways to make ethical, values-based choices that help you build a life of purp & meaning. I use an Existentialist approach (Humanistic) and my methods generally follow Acceptance & Commitment Therapy guidelines. I have a unique perspective on many issues resulting from my experience in life with personal challenges: raised in poverty, suffering male-anorexia, failed early-life relationships and 20 yrs. as an entrepreneur. This lived experience helps me be an effective counsellor, mental health speaker and provide ethical services as a life-coach.
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Duduzile Maphanga
Psychometrist, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Psychometrist
Serves Area
Feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, angry, low energy/exhaustion/chronic fatigue etc., could be signs that you may need psychological support. 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
Feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, angry, low energy/exhaustion/chronic fatigue etc., could be signs that you may need psychological support. 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
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More Therapists Nearby

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Andrea Kellerman
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Westville 3629
I'm an educational psychologist dedicated to empowering individuals through a unique blend of therapeutic practices. With a specialization in hypnotherapy, Neurofeedback, emotional intelligence, solution-focused, cognitive behavioral therapy, and spiritual growth, I bring a holistic approach to mental wellness. My experience spans various settings, including schools, colleges, universities, crisis centers, hospitals, and private practice, allowing me to understand the diverse challenges people face. As the owner of EQ Advantedges Networx, I am passionate about helping individuals overcome obstacles. I also offer retreats in Egypt.
I'm an educational psychologist dedicated to empowering individuals through a unique blend of therapeutic practices. With a specialization in hypnotherapy, Neurofeedback, emotional intelligence, solution-focused, cognitive behavioral therapy, and spiritual growth, I bring a holistic approach to mental wellness. My experience spans various settings, including schools, colleges, universities, crisis centers, hospitals, and private practice, allowing me to understand the diverse challenges people face. As the owner of EQ Advantedges Networx, I am passionate about helping individuals overcome obstacles. I also offer retreats in Egypt.
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Photo of Friederike Koep - Sh-ift Happens head Coach& Professional Counsellor, General Counsellor
As a Performance & Burnout Prevention Coach, I specialize in helping high achievers overcome exhaustion, stress& lack of motivation (anger, sadness, depression, anxiety, grief, feeling stuck, wanting to improve communication, relationships) to enhance and sustain their performance. I work with professionals to regain their energy, passion, and purpose, ensuring they can maintain peak performance without sacrificing their well- Dramatic shifts are possible. Together we will show you and teach you tools to step out, forward and into a future of your choosing.
As a Performance & Burnout Prevention Coach, I specialize in helping high achievers overcome exhaustion, stress& lack of motivation (anger, sadness, depression, anxiety, grief, feeling stuck, wanting to improve communication, relationships) to enhance and sustain their performance. I work with professionals to regain their energy, passion, and purpose, ensuring they can maintain peak performance without sacrificing their well- Dramatic shifts are possible. Together we will show you and teach you tools to step out, forward and into a future of your choosing.
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Thandiwe Princess Sithole
General Counsellor, MA
Online Only
As a Specialist Wellness Counsellor, I believe in a holistic approach to wellness, which addresses the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. I'll provide support to help you navigate life's complexities, build self-awareness, and cultivate sustainable lifestyle changes. With a safe and non-judgmental space, we'll collaboratively explore your concerns, develop coping strategies, and foster resilience. My goal is to provide a compassionate and supportive environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to take control of your life. Let's embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth.
As a Specialist Wellness Counsellor, I believe in a holistic approach to wellness, which addresses the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. I'll provide support to help you navigate life's complexities, build self-awareness, and cultivate sustainable lifestyle changes. With a safe and non-judgmental space, we'll collaboratively explore your concerns, develop coping strategies, and foster resilience. My goal is to provide a compassionate and supportive environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to take control of your life. Let's embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth.
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Toni Blumeris
General Counsellor, MSocSci
Ballito 4339
Do you yearn to teleport yourself into life that feels safer, more peaceful and whole? Are cracks in your road of life appearing and the journey forward feels uncertain? Do you have inner discomfort, turmoil, perhaps even suffering? Or you just have this awareness of wanting to shift something. You are not alone as I share ALL of this experience. I have been both deeply humbled and enlightened to ‘remember’ that safety, peace and wholeness IS MY – OUR – NATURAL state of being. Cracks in the road appear when we have disconnected from our natural state, our truth. The way the light of this truth shines through is to crack us open.
Do you yearn to teleport yourself into life that feels safer, more peaceful and whole? Are cracks in your road of life appearing and the journey forward feels uncertain? Do you have inner discomfort, turmoil, perhaps even suffering? Or you just have this awareness of wanting to shift something. You are not alone as I share ALL of this experience. I have been both deeply humbled and enlightened to ‘remember’ that safety, peace and wholeness IS MY – OUR – NATURAL state of being. Cracks in the road appear when we have disconnected from our natural state, our truth. The way the light of this truth shines through is to crack us open.
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Photo of Dr. Candice Rae Leith, Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Dr. Candice Rae Leith
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Ballito 4339
I am a Counselling Psychologist. I offer a diverse range of services, including individual psychotherapy for depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and play therapy for children. My approach is compassionate, client-centered, and tailored to meet the unique needs of those I work with, helping them navigate emotional challenges and heal from life’s difficulties. In addition to my therapeutic work, I hold a PhD specialising in Gender and Sport psychology, and I have a strong passion for the intersection of mental health, and physical health.
I am a Counselling Psychologist. I offer a diverse range of services, including individual psychotherapy for depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and play therapy for children. My approach is compassionate, client-centered, and tailored to meet the unique needs of those I work with, helping them navigate emotional challenges and heal from life’s difficulties. In addition to my therapeutic work, I hold a PhD specialising in Gender and Sport psychology, and I have a strong passion for the intersection of mental health, and physical health.
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Mariel Kabelo Mokoena
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as well as the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF). I have graduated with a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology and completed my clinical training at Fort Napier Psychiatric Hospital. During my training, I gained experience in community work at the local clinics, Hospitals and other remote areas of KZN, as well as providing workshops for corporate institutions. I completed my community service at Mahatma Ghandi Memorial Hospital which also included a rotation to the Phoenix Assessment and Therapy Centre as well as some local hospices.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as well as the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF). I have graduated with a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology and completed my clinical training at Fort Napier Psychiatric Hospital. During my training, I gained experience in community work at the local clinics, Hospitals and other remote areas of KZN, as well as providing workshops for corporate institutions. I completed my community service at Mahatma Ghandi Memorial Hospital which also included a rotation to the Phoenix Assessment and Therapy Centre as well as some local hospices.
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Photo of Monique Michal Marks, Social Worker, MPsych, SACSSP
Monique Michal Marks
Social Worker, MPsych, SACSSP
Serves Area
My name is Monique. I am dual trained and registered as a social worker and as a health coach. There is a huge advantage to this dual training; working simultaneously on mental and physical health goals. I work within the biopsychosocial model with the belief that body, mind, and social environment are all interconnected. My approach is solution oriented using a range of therapeutic techniques to move you forward to your self determined goals. My specialist areas are anxiety, depression, ADHD, and substance use. As a person I am warm, engaging, amusing, and always up for a gentle challenge.
My name is Monique. I am dual trained and registered as a social worker and as a health coach. There is a huge advantage to this dual training; working simultaneously on mental and physical health goals. I work within the biopsychosocial model with the belief that body, mind, and social environment are all interconnected. My approach is solution oriented using a range of therapeutic techniques to move you forward to your self determined goals. My specialist areas are anxiety, depression, ADHD, and substance use. As a person I am warm, engaging, amusing, and always up for a gentle challenge.
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Photo of Mandy Perkins, General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Mandy Perkins
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
The people I work with are often holding so much anxiety, burnout, grief, relationship struggles, or the aftershocks of emotional trauma. Many are strong on the outside but tired of holding it all in. Some have walked away from emotionally harmful relationships and are trying to rebuild their sense of self. Others feel stuck, lost, or like they’ve quietly disappeared under the weight of life. I also support couples who want to reconnect, repair after betrayal, or communicate without the same old cycles. What they long for most is space to breathe, to feel safe, and to begin coming home to themselves again.
The people I work with are often holding so much anxiety, burnout, grief, relationship struggles, or the aftershocks of emotional trauma. Many are strong on the outside but tired of holding it all in. Some have walked away from emotionally harmful relationships and are trying to rebuild their sense of self. Others feel stuck, lost, or like they’ve quietly disappeared under the weight of life. I also support couples who want to reconnect, repair after betrayal, or communicate without the same old cycles. What they long for most is space to breathe, to feel safe, and to begin coming home to themselves again.
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Siphethile Ntobeko Tembe
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Umlazi 4066
As a compassionate social worker, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their challenges and work towards positive change. With empathy, expertise, and a client centered approach, I empower clients to build resilience, develop coping strategies, and achieve their goals.
As a compassionate social worker, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their challenges and work towards positive change. With empathy, expertise, and a client centered approach, I empower clients to build resilience, develop coping strategies, and achieve their goals.
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Aadila Osman
Verified Verified
Online Only
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or burnt out? You’re not alone and you don’t have to go through it alone. I specialize in helping individuals manage stress, anxiety, burnout, trauma, and life transitions, with a practical, compassionate approach to wellness. Whether you’re struggling with emotional overload, relationship issues, grief, or self-doubt, I help you reconnect with your inner strength, develop tools for resilience, and find clarity. My focus is client-centred, and I draw from proven techniques that promote long-term well-being. I offer online and in-person sessions in Centurion. Sessions are private, supportive, and fully
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or burnt out? You’re not alone and you don’t have to go through it alone. I specialize in helping individuals manage stress, anxiety, burnout, trauma, and life transitions, with a practical, compassionate approach to wellness. Whether you’re struggling with emotional overload, relationship issues, grief, or self-doubt, I help you reconnect with your inner strength, develop tools for resilience, and find clarity. My focus is client-centred, and I draw from proven techniques that promote long-term well-being. I offer online and in-person sessions in Centurion. Sessions are private, supportive, and fully
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Courtenay Pottow
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Serves Area
Clients reach out to me to benefit from evidence-based therapy techniques to better themselves, their relationships, & their lives in general. My clients enjoy my friendly & upbeat personality, as well as my empathetic and welcoming nature.
Clients reach out to me to benefit from evidence-based therapy techniques to better themselves, their relationships, & their lives in general. My clients enjoy my friendly & upbeat personality, as well as my empathetic and welcoming nature.
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Devon Golden
General Counsellor, MSc
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Life, from time to time, can become a struggle for all of us, and often we feel the desire to reach out for some understanding or companionship. However, we still live in an age where seeking support or help is often regarded as a sign of weakness. I believe the complete opposite. To seek out help and support in your darkest hours in order to better understand yourself and overcome your difficulties is a sign of true bravery and courage. By reaching out, you take the first courageous step toward healing, growth, and reclaiming your inner strength.
Life, from time to time, can become a struggle for all of us, and often we feel the desire to reach out for some understanding or companionship. However, we still live in an age where seeking support or help is often regarded as a sign of weakness. I believe the complete opposite. To seek out help and support in your darkest hours in order to better understand yourself and overcome your difficulties is a sign of true bravery and courage. By reaching out, you take the first courageous step toward healing, growth, and reclaiming your inner strength.
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Stephanie Rosanne Erasmus
General Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Berea 4001
People so often suffer daily hardships within their work lives, relationships, family dynamics and spiritual pursuits. We seldom have a place of emotional refuge to verbalize and navigate these internalisations. We repeatedly entrust our confidences with friends and family, who place us in a position of judgement and punish us for our truths, when what we all need as human beings is a sanctuary in which we are heard and understood.
People so often suffer daily hardships within their work lives, relationships, family dynamics and spiritual pursuits. We seldom have a place of emotional refuge to verbalize and navigate these internalisations. We repeatedly entrust our confidences with friends and family, who place us in a position of judgement and punish us for our truths, when what we all need as human beings is a sanctuary in which we are heard and understood.
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Elizabeth Campos
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
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Weight Loss Counsellors

What is the relationship between weight management and mental health?

Mental health can be significantly influenced by one's physical health, so overall improvements in one's quality of life as a result of improved physical functioning from weight loss can have an overall positive impact on an individual's mental health and allow them to engage more readily in everyday activities. In addition, many strategies used to manage weight, such as exercise and maintaining a healthy diet, are also associated with reducing the symptoms of common mental health conditions, such as anxiety or depression. Individuals may also benefit from the improved self-esteem and self-efficacy that can come with successful weight management.

What is the psychological approach to losing weight?

While there are no specific therapy modalities specifically for weight loss, common psychological therapies can be highly effective in helping clients make lasting lifestyle changes. This may be called the "psychological approach" to weight loss because it does not rely on physical interventions, such as medication or weight loss surgery, to help clients lose weight. Weight loss counselling can be used in addition to or instead of such physical interventions. Some clients simply seek therapy to address the challenges that may accompany weight loss in general, including negative thoughts surrounding their body, disordered eating patterns, or difficulty completing daily tasks as a result of their weight challenges. In such cases, therapists will often utilise behavioural coaching or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques to help clients understand how their thoughts may be influencing their diet and physical activity patterns.

What type of therapy is commonly used in weight loss counselling?

Weight loss counseling often involves a combination of therapy and psychoeducation. Common techniques used by weight loss counselors include journalling, thought diaries, and other Cognitive Behavioural Therapy strategies that encourage clients to consider how their feelings about their weight loss impact their mental health. Weight loss counsellors may also teach clients mindfulness exercises, which can be used by clients during and after eating to be more aware of physical cues from their body surrounding eating. Some clients looking for weight loss therapy may also benefit from group therapy approaches, which utilise the power of social connection and accountability to help clients adhere to their weight loss plan.

Is therapy recommended for individuals undergoing bariatric surgery?

While therapy is not a requirement for individuals undergoing bariatric surgery, many individuals undergoing weight loss surgery may benefit from seeing a counsellor. Prior to surgery, counsellors can help clients decide whether surgical weight loss is a good fit for them and assist in surgery preparation. Post-surgery, counsellors can assist clients with the psychological component of maintaining their weight loss, as well as help clients navigate any postoperative pain. Throughout the surgical process, therapists can help clients process body-image challenges that may come with dramatic changes in weight, as well as manage symptoms of anxiety or depression that may accompany the major life changes bariatric surgery can bring.