Female Psychologists and Therapists in Pietermaritzburg
I am a Clinical Psychologist trained within a broad range of theoretical modalities in providing psychotherapeutic interventions. My aim is to provide my clients with an emphathic and non-judgemental environment that is conducive to healing, as well as developing insights into their difficulties.
I am a Clinical Psychologist trained within a broad range of theoretical modalities in providing psychotherapeutic interventions. My aim is to provide my clients with an emphathic and non-judgemental environment that is conducive to healing, as well as developing insights into their difficulties.
Counselling for eating disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, and grief/loss for teenagers and adults. Psychological assessment for all ages (cognitive functioning, grade placement, subject choice, career guidance, screening for ADHD, ASD, study skills, etc.)
Counselling for eating disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, and grief/loss for teenagers and adults. Psychological assessment for all ages (cognitive functioning, grade placement, subject choice, career guidance, screening for ADHD, ASD, study skills, etc.)
As a dedicated and compassionate social worker, I am driven by a passion to empower individuals, families, and communities to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential. I have developed a strong foundation in counselling practice, case management, and community engagement. I believe that every individual deserves respect, dignity & compassion. I am excited to work collaboratively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals to promote healing, growth & positive change. Provide guidance in exploration, goal setting, strategies and techniques. Personal growth & development skills, practice support to clients in need
As a dedicated and compassionate social worker, I am driven by a passion to empower individuals, families, and communities to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential. I have developed a strong foundation in counselling practice, case management, and community engagement. I believe that every individual deserves respect, dignity & compassion. I am excited to work collaboratively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals to promote healing, growth & positive change. Provide guidance in exploration, goal setting, strategies and techniques. Personal growth & development skills, practice support to clients in need
Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to get into a career path that would make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to the world of psychology which has now evolved into a full-on passion. As a registered counselling psychologist, I am committed to the well-being of all my clients and together we work towards developing you. I truly care for all of my clients and work diligently to help find them the answers they seek within themselves. I believe in patients being stuck in their lives but that they still hold all the answers and so my job is to elicit those solutions when they can't see them.
Ever since I was young, I knew I wanted to get into a career path that would make a difference in people’s lives. This interest led me to the world of psychology which has now evolved into a full-on passion. As a registered counselling psychologist, I am committed to the well-being of all my clients and together we work towards developing you. I truly care for all of my clients and work diligently to help find them the answers they seek within themselves. I believe in patients being stuck in their lives but that they still hold all the answers and so my job is to elicit those solutions when they can't see them.
I provide compassionate, client-centred psychosocial support to children. adolescents, adults and families navigating emotional, behavioural and life challenges. With experience in HIV care, trauma informed support, mental health and family interventions. I create a safe space, non-judgemental space where clients can explore their experiences and build resilience. Whwther you are facing anxiety, relationship difficulties, adjustment challenges, caregiver stress or emotional distress, I am committed to helping you move toward healing and wellbeing.
I provide compassionate, client-centred psychosocial support to children. adolescents, adults and families navigating emotional, behavioural and life challenges. With experience in HIV care, trauma informed support, mental health and family interventions. I create a safe space, non-judgemental space where clients can explore their experiences and build resilience. Whwther you are facing anxiety, relationship difficulties, adjustment challenges, caregiver stress or emotional distress, I am committed to helping you move toward healing and wellbeing.
My ideal clients are children, adolescents, and families who are experiencing emotional, behavioural, or relational challenges that affect their wellbeing and daily life. These may include difficulties such as family conflict, parenting struggles, behavioural problems, school adjustment issues, grief and loss, or the effects of trauma and neglect.
Many of my clients are parents who feel concerned, overwhelmed, or unsure how to support their child effectively. They want to strengthen their relationship with their children, improve communication within the family, and find positive ways to manage conflict or challenging behaviour.
My ideal clients are children, adolescents, and families who are experiencing emotional, behavioural, or relational challenges that affect their wellbeing and daily life. These may include difficulties such as family conflict, parenting struggles, behavioural problems, school adjustment issues, grief and loss, or the effects of trauma and neglect.
Many of my clients are parents who feel concerned, overwhelmed, or unsure how to support their child effectively. They want to strengthen their relationship with their children, improve communication within the family, and find positive ways to manage conflict or challenging behaviour.
Hi, my name is Zuziwe a qualified social worker, I help clients meet their fundamental needs. I provide services that create an impact.
Hi, my name is Zuziwe a qualified social worker, I help clients meet their fundamental needs. I provide services that create an impact.
I am a licensed Educational Psychologist in private practice, registered with HPCSA. I am an BPsych and MEd Psych graduate from University of Zululand. My areas of expertise include psychological assessment and psychotherapy, counseling and career guidance, research, mentoring and coaching, learner support and development, teacher development and training. I am open to offer psychological services to children and adolescents including learners, youth, adults, and parents and families. Should you or your child experience any learning, behavioural, and emotional difficulties, I am the therapist to consult for support!
I am a licensed Educational Psychologist in private practice, registered with HPCSA. I am an BPsych and MEd Psych graduate from University of Zululand. My areas of expertise include psychological assessment and psychotherapy, counseling and career guidance, research, mentoring and coaching, learner support and development, teacher development and training. I am open to offer psychological services to children and adolescents including learners, youth, adults, and parents and families. Should you or your child experience any learning, behavioural, and emotional difficulties, I am the therapist to consult for support!
I am Nolwazi P. Maidi, is a registered Clinical Psychologist living with paraplegia, dedicated to supporting children, adolescents and adults through compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. I specialize in working with mood and personality disorders. I strive to offer a therapeutic space that is warm, inclusive and grounded in genuine understanding. Living with a disability (paraplegia) has shaped my perspective in meaningful ways, strengthening my empathy and resilience. This lived experience enriches my practice allowing me to connect deeply and authentically with clients as they navigate their own journeys in life.
I am Nolwazi P. Maidi, is a registered Clinical Psychologist living with paraplegia, dedicated to supporting children, adolescents and adults through compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. I specialize in working with mood and personality disorders. I strive to offer a therapeutic space that is warm, inclusive and grounded in genuine understanding. Living with a disability (paraplegia) has shaped my perspective in meaningful ways, strengthening my empathy and resilience. This lived experience enriches my practice allowing me to connect deeply and authentically with clients as they navigate their own journeys in life.
Depression, Trauma, Adjustment issues, Relationship issues, Grief & Bereavement issues, Marital problems, Substance Abuse issues, Parenting skills
Depression, Trauma, Adjustment issues, Relationship issues, Grief & Bereavement issues, Marital problems, Substance Abuse issues, Parenting skills
Children, adolescents, and adults may seek support when life feels overwhelming, confusing, or emotionally challenging. Through a compassionate, collaborative, and non-judgmental approach, I provide a safe space where clients can explore their experiences, develop practical coping skills, strengthen resilience, and work towards meaningful personal growth and emotional well-being.I offer a supportive and non-judgmental space where we can work together through anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem concerns, academic pressures, and uncertainty around future career choices.
Children, adolescents, and adults may seek support when life feels overwhelming, confusing, or emotionally challenging. Through a compassionate, collaborative, and non-judgmental approach, I provide a safe space where clients can explore their experiences, develop practical coping skills, strengthen resilience, and work towards meaningful personal growth and emotional well-being.I offer a supportive and non-judgmental space where we can work together through anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem concerns, academic pressures, and uncertainty around future career choices.
Life can throw curveballs in our path from time to time, and these transitional periods can cause stress, anxiety, depression, and isolate us from our friends and families. Going through significant events such as exams, starting at university, thinking about getting married, getting divorced, changing jobs, or even moving house or country can bring up all sorts of emotions and struggles. At the end of the day, we all want to be able to navigate all of life's challenges with the least stress possible, feeling grounded and supported and ready to face the day.
Life can throw curveballs in our path from time to time, and these transitional periods can cause stress, anxiety, depression, and isolate us from our friends and families. Going through significant events such as exams, starting at university, thinking about getting married, getting divorced, changing jobs, or even moving house or country can bring up all sorts of emotions and struggles. At the end of the day, we all want to be able to navigate all of life's challenges with the least stress possible, feeling grounded and supported and ready to face the day.
I'm a dedicated and empathetic psychotherapist, integrating Psychoanalytic and Cognitive Behavioural approaches into my practice. I work compassionately with individuals, couples, adolescents, and children (including play therapy), providing a safe and supportive space for you to explore your experiences, foster resilience, and deepen your self-understanding.
Beyond my clinical work, I am trained as a Forensic Social Worker, conducting comprehensive assessments and preparing expert reports to support legal proceedings related to custody and other child-related legal matters, where I always prioritise the best interests of children.
I'm a dedicated and empathetic psychotherapist, integrating Psychoanalytic and Cognitive Behavioural approaches into my practice. I work compassionately with individuals, couples, adolescents, and children (including play therapy), providing a safe and supportive space for you to explore your experiences, foster resilience, and deepen your self-understanding.
Beyond my clinical work, I am trained as a Forensic Social Worker, conducting comprehensive assessments and preparing expert reports to support legal proceedings related to custody and other child-related legal matters, where I always prioritise the best interests of children.
Ashleigh de Beer
General Counsellor, MSocSci, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
4 Endorsed
Pietermaritzburg 3201
I meet my clients where they are at, with unconditional acceptance and positive regard, with the safe space I create and hold.
I primarily make use of two modalities- favoring the Person Centered Approach as well as DBT.
If you have suffered from a traumatic experience, are experiencing difficult emotions, or perhaps want to set out and achieve some goals, but are unsure of where or how to start - I invite you to step into the safe space I create, together we can address any difficulties you may be experiencing.
Each one of my clients are a priority and are well supported - expect to receive quality care and service.
I meet my clients where they are at, with unconditional acceptance and positive regard, with the safe space I create and hold.
I primarily make use of two modalities- favoring the Person Centered Approach as well as DBT.
If you have suffered from a traumatic experience, are experiencing difficult emotions, or perhaps want to set out and achieve some goals, but are unsure of where or how to start - I invite you to step into the safe space I create, together we can address any difficulties you may be experiencing.
Each one of my clients are a priority and are well supported - expect to receive quality care and service.
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.
Many of my clients start counselling because they have been feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in cycles of overthinking, self-doubt, and stress for a while. Some struggle with ADHD-related challenges, while others face burnout, life transitions, or relationship difficulties. They want to work on navigating their emotions and decisions without feeling judged or pressured. If this resonates with you, you don’t have to figure it all out alone.
Many of my clients start counselling because they have been feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in cycles of overthinking, self-doubt, and stress for a while. Some struggle with ADHD-related challenges, while others face burnout, life transitions, or relationship difficulties. They want to work on navigating their emotions and decisions without feeling judged or pressured. If this resonates with you, you don’t have to figure it all out alone.
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.
Mrs. Mthembu Mensah & Associates at Turning Point
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Our ideal clients are individuals, couples, families, and learners who feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns they no longer understand. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflict, grief, behavioral concerns, learning barriers, or major life transitions. Many are seeking clarity, emotional regulation, healthier coping strategies, improved communication, and renewed confidence. They want a safe, supportive space to feel understood, gain insight, rebuild resilience, and move toward lasting emotional balance and meaningful personal growth.
Our ideal clients are individuals, couples, families, and learners who feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns they no longer understand. They may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflict, grief, behavioral concerns, learning barriers, or major life transitions. Many are seeking clarity, emotional regulation, healthier coping strategies, improved communication, and renewed confidence. They want a safe, supportive space to feel understood, gain insight, rebuild resilience, and move toward lasting emotional balance and meaningful personal growth.
You are unique, with your own strengths and weaknesses. With the right perspective and tools, you can overcome great challenges. There is much to be gained by working through our challenges- a fuller, more authentic and abundant life. But admitting that you're facing troubles, that you need assistance or that you do not feel fulfilled is the first step. Reach out if you need a safe space & an empathetic ear to work through difficulties, and to discover the hope that lies beyond what you have experienced. "Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms—to choose one’s attitude in given circumstances"
You are unique, with your own strengths and weaknesses. With the right perspective and tools, you can overcome great challenges. There is much to be gained by working through our challenges- a fuller, more authentic and abundant life. But admitting that you're facing troubles, that you need assistance or that you do not feel fulfilled is the first step. Reach out if you need a safe space & an empathetic ear to work through difficulties, and to discover the hope that lies beyond what you have experienced. "Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms—to choose one’s attitude in given circumstances"
Feeling lost and hopeless? Need someone to talk to and help you navigate life with better understanding, self awareness and self-discovery? Look no further I am your Social Worker who can help you achieve your emotional and mental well-being.
Feeling lost and hopeless? Need someone to talk to and help you navigate life with better understanding, self awareness and self-discovery? Look no further I am your Social Worker who can help you achieve your emotional and mental well-being.
Nearby Female Counsellors Searches for Pietermaritzburg
- Gillitts
- Hillcrest
- Hilton
- Kloof
- Kwamashu
- Mount Edgecombe
- Mpumalanga
- Musgrave
- Pinetown
- Soweto
- Waterfall
- Westville
FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.