Therapists in eThekwini

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Photo of Janet Simons, MA, HPCSA - Ind. Psych., Psychologist
Janet Simons
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Ind. Psych.
Verified Verified
Berea 4083
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.
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Makhosi Mpanza Private Practice
Social Worker, MA, SACSSP
Verified Verified
Makhosi Mpanza is a qualified and registered private social worker ,offering a various of therapeutic interventions focusing on Therapy services to Child sexual abuse, children and families affected by abuse, GBV, psychological counselling and guidance support services, Her mission is to provide support, guidance, and coping tools to promote well-being among individuals with extensive experience in emotional recovery counselling, play therapy and personal growth
Makhosi Mpanza is a qualified and registered private social worker ,offering a various of therapeutic interventions focusing on Therapy services to Child sexual abuse, children and families affected by abuse, GBV, psychological counselling and guidance support services, Her mission is to provide support, guidance, and coping tools to promote well-being among individuals with extensive experience in emotional recovery counselling, play therapy and personal growth
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Muzo Life and Well-Being
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Verified Verified
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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Yajna Riya Aheer
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Online Only
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.
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Nokukhanya Nomfundo Ndaba
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Verified Verified
Stress & depression. Bereavement and providing a process of self-rediscovery. Couples therapy as well as pre & post marriage counseling. Family therapy. These clients need a professional person with skills to assist them in firstly self awareness, acceptance and assist in facilitating change in the individuals, couples and or groups.
Stress & depression. Bereavement and providing a process of self-rediscovery. Couples therapy as well as pre & post marriage counseling. Family therapy. These clients need a professional person with skills to assist them in firstly self awareness, acceptance and assist in facilitating change in the individuals, couples and or groups.
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Ziyanda Maphini Maphini
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
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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Vireshnie Pillay
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
The approach mainly used is a Psychodynamic approach, which can be described as linking current life difficulties to relevant early childhood experiences, which may be affecting one’s life at a later stage. It is important to note that each individual may suit a different intervention and this can be determined by their unique circumstances, environments as well as their needs and process.
The approach mainly used is a Psychodynamic approach, which can be described as linking current life difficulties to relevant early childhood experiences, which may be affecting one’s life at a later stage. It is important to note that each individual may suit a different intervention and this can be determined by their unique circumstances, environments as well as their needs and process.
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Naina Bhikha
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
As a dedicated Specialist Wellness Counselor, I am committed to empowering individuals to achieve their optimal mental and physical well-being. With a background in psychology and a passion for holistic health, I bring a compassionate and client-centered approach to my practice. My goal is to provide personalized strategies that address the unique needs of each individual, fostering resilience, self-awareness, and sustainable lifestyle changes. Through collaboration and empathy, I strive to create a supportive environment where clients can explore their challenges, discover their strengths, and achieve lasting wellness.
As a dedicated Specialist Wellness Counselor, I am committed to empowering individuals to achieve their optimal mental and physical well-being. With a background in psychology and a passion for holistic health, I bring a compassionate and client-centered approach to my practice. My goal is to provide personalized strategies that address the unique needs of each individual, fostering resilience, self-awareness, and sustainable lifestyle changes. Through collaboration and empathy, I strive to create a supportive environment where clients can explore their challenges, discover their strengths, and achieve lasting wellness.
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Andile Khumalo
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
I work with individuals experiencing a spectrum of challenges such as anxiety, stress, relationship and marriage concerns, grief and loss, trauma, self-esteem, and life transitions. My space offers a secure and safe environment for individuals to freely share their emotions and thoughts, providing tools to effectively regulate their feelings, teaching techniques to enhance communication and connections with others, assisting in overcoming challenges, and fostering personal growth and self-awareness. Overcoming personal obstacles, enhancing general well-being and mental health and gaining deeper comprehension of self.
I work with individuals experiencing a spectrum of challenges such as anxiety, stress, relationship and marriage concerns, grief and loss, trauma, self-esteem, and life transitions. My space offers a secure and safe environment for individuals to freely share their emotions and thoughts, providing tools to effectively regulate their feelings, teaching techniques to enhance communication and connections with others, assisting in overcoming challenges, and fostering personal growth and self-awareness. Overcoming personal obstacles, enhancing general well-being and mental health and gaining deeper comprehension of self.
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Andrea Tate
General Counsellor
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward? Life can get overwhelming at times, but you don’t have to navigate it all on your own. Whether it be anxiety, relationships, self-esteem or life’s transitions - I’ll be here to support you every step of the way. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can openly share your thoughts and emotions; helping you gain clarity, tools, and strategies to help you create meaningful changes and move forward in a positive direction.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward? Life can get overwhelming at times, but you don’t have to navigate it all on your own. Whether it be anxiety, relationships, self-esteem or life’s transitions - I’ll be here to support you every step of the way. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can openly share your thoughts and emotions; helping you gain clarity, tools, and strategies to help you create meaningful changes and move forward in a positive direction.
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Lungie Mkhize
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
I am a Psychologist who allows a non judgmental safe space where young and old are most welcome. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families facing a wide range of mental health challenges.
I am a Psychologist who allows a non judgmental safe space where young and old are most welcome. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families facing a wide range of mental health challenges.
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Innocentia Londiwe Makhanya
Social Worker, SACSSP
Verified Verified
Firstly I would create a safe space for the client and make sure the environment is conducive ,so that I would be able to build a relationship with a client and they would be able to share their experiential world with me . I would ensure the client with confidentiality and make sure I demonstrate empathy .
Firstly I would create a safe space for the client and make sure the environment is conducive ,so that I would be able to build a relationship with a client and they would be able to share their experiential world with me . I would ensure the client with confidentiality and make sure I demonstrate empathy .
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Photo of Lungile Innocentia Onyegbule, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP, Social Worker
Lungile Innocentia Onyegbule
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Verified Verified
A compassionate and dedicated person-centred social worker with 8 years of experience and knowledge in working with children, families and adults. Skilled in client assessment, developing treatment plans, and counselling for people facing various challenges. I am non judgmental, respectful and I am passionate about helping people.
A compassionate and dedicated person-centred social worker with 8 years of experience and knowledge in working with children, families and adults. Skilled in client assessment, developing treatment plans, and counselling for people facing various challenges. I am non judgmental, respectful and I am passionate about helping people.
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Photo of Kylie Grove, General Counsellor
Kylie Grove
General Counsellor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
I am a passionate, bilingual Wellness Counsellor, animal lover and mom of young adults with lived experience in many areas. If you’re navigating personal struggles or relationship challenges or just need a listening ear, know that I’m here to support you. I urge you to take that brave step toward a brighter tomorrow and connect with me today. Let’s embark on this transformative journey together. I am available after hours and on Saturdays at a rate of R400 per 50 minute session. I hold a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from the University of South Africa and I'm registered with the ASCHP.
I am a passionate, bilingual Wellness Counsellor, animal lover and mom of young adults with lived experience in many areas. If you’re navigating personal struggles or relationship challenges or just need a listening ear, know that I’m here to support you. I urge you to take that brave step toward a brighter tomorrow and connect with me today. Let’s embark on this transformative journey together. I am available after hours and on Saturdays at a rate of R400 per 50 minute session. I hold a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from the University of South Africa and I'm registered with the ASCHP.
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Zine Gabada
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
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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Photo of Marc Greener, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych., Psychologist
Marc Greener
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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.
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Zamantungwa Khumalo
Social Worker, SACSSP
Verified Verified
I am a private social worker in practice with 8 years experience, based in Durban Central. I offer the following services :counselling /therapy, dealing with anger management, stress & fatigue management, sustance abuse, relationship counselling, family challenges support, dealing with depression, dealing with adolescent, adults and couples, trauma and grief counselling.
I am a private social worker in practice with 8 years experience, based in Durban Central. I offer the following services :counselling /therapy, dealing with anger management, stress & fatigue management, sustance abuse, relationship counselling, family challenges support, dealing with depression, dealing with adolescent, adults and couples, trauma and grief counselling.
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Nokubonga Ngubane
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
I aim to create a safe and comfortable space for my clients to express themselves freely. It has always been in my heart to help clients struggling with mental health-related issues, to help them navigate their way back to their optimal level of functioning.
I aim to create a safe and comfortable space for my clients to express themselves freely. It has always been in my heart to help clients struggling with mental health-related issues, to help them navigate their way back to their optimal level of functioning.
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Nomkhosi MaNgwabe Qwabe
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Verified Verified
My PURPOSE is to offer guidance and provide a warm, supportive and compassionate place to my clients. To process, face and overcome. Increasing their level of awareness on HOW to live victoriously OVER all life circumstances, like temptations, addictions, bitterness, betrayal, anger, unforgiveness, Rejection, self-hatred, self-rejection, low self-esteem, identity confusion, complicated or unresolved grief, divorce, parenting, anxiety, depression, stress, negative thinking or over thinking, infidelity in marriage, conflict resolution, generational trauma, or those simply seeking coaching and guidance to move forward in their journey.
My PURPOSE is to offer guidance and provide a warm, supportive and compassionate place to my clients. To process, face and overcome. Increasing their level of awareness on HOW to live victoriously OVER all life circumstances, like temptations, addictions, bitterness, betrayal, anger, unforgiveness, Rejection, self-hatred, self-rejection, low self-esteem, identity confusion, complicated or unresolved grief, divorce, parenting, anxiety, depression, stress, negative thinking or over thinking, infidelity in marriage, conflict resolution, generational trauma, or those simply seeking coaching and guidance to move forward in their journey.
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Lisa Nicholas
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in eThekwini

100+

Average cost per session

R650

Counsellors in eThekwini who prioritize treating:

70% Anxiety
69% Relationship Issues
68% Stress
67% Self Esteem
65% Coping Skills
61% Bereavement
58% Trauma and PTSD

Average years in practice

9 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

94% Discovery Health
93% Bonitas
90% GEMS

How Counsellors in eThekwini see their clients

80% In Person and Online
20% Online Only

Gender breakdown

83% Female
17% Male
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling

How can I find a therapist in eThekwini?

Search for nearby psychologists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.

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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?

Psychologists listed in the directory are registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). The majority of General Counsellors featured in the directory align themselves with reputable professional bodies, particularly the Association for Supportive Counsellors and Holistic Practitioners. All Registered Counsellors listed must be registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Social Workers listed in the directory must be registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professionals.

Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for general counsellors in South Africa, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.

What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?

Psychologists, counsellors and social workers can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and supervised, practical experience that enable them to do so in South Africa.

Psychologists have five years training in psychology, have completed an internship over 12 months, and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. They must be registered with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Registered Counsellors must have at least four years of study at a university or college, such as the Bachelor of Psychology and have completed the National Examination of the Professional Board for Psychology. General counsellors, such as Supportive Counsellors, Holistic Counsellors, and Wellness Counsellors, registered with the ASCHP must possess at least an NQF Level 4 qualification. Social Workers must possess a Bachelor of Social Work and must have completed an approved internship in the social service sector.

What type of therapy is right for me?

The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.

How much does therapy cost?

The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in South Africa could be between R600 and R1,500. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.

What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?

Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.

Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?

Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.

Is online therapy a good option?

Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.

Are therapy sessions confidential?

Therapists who are registered with the HPCSA and professional organisations such as PsySSA or the ASCHP are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client, or as required by law, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.