Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Pietermaritzburg
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.
Dr Thokozani Sithole is a Counselling Psychologist registered with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF). I work with adolescents, adults, individual, couples, groups and organisation with various psychological needs.
Dr Thokozani Sithole is a Counselling Psychologist registered with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF). I work with adolescents, adults, individual, couples, groups and organisation with various psychological needs.
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.
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
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.
Mr. Hadebe is Social Worker with 10 years' experience registered with South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) and Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF).
My field of work is on Individual Therapy, Premarital and post marital counselling programs and community. Self-development, Psychosocial counselling, Anger management, addiction, substance abuse and Employee Wellness.
Mr. Hadebe is Social Worker with 10 years' experience registered with South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) and Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF).
My field of work is on Individual Therapy, Premarital and post marital counselling programs and community. Self-development, Psychosocial counselling, Anger management, addiction, substance abuse and Employee Wellness.
Philile Noxolo Phungula
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Pietermaritzburg 3201
I am a Counselling Psychologist registered with the HPCSA. I am very passionate about mental health and working with people of all ages to improve their mental well-being and balance life's pressures.
I am a Counselling Psychologist registered with the HPCSA. I am very passionate about mental health and working with people of all ages to improve their mental well-being and balance life's pressures.
As a compassionate and empathetic wellness counselling therapist, I am dedicated to supporting individuals on their unique journeys towards wholeness and well-being. I understand that each person has their own distinct needs, goals, and aspirations. You may be seeking a safe space to process life's challenges, cultivate self-awareness, or develop resilience. Perhaps you're looking to break free from limiting patterns, nurture meaningful relationships, or simply find peace in a chaotic world. My approach is centred around empowering you to tap into your inner strength .
As a compassionate and empathetic wellness counselling therapist, I am dedicated to supporting individuals on their unique journeys towards wholeness and well-being. I understand that each person has their own distinct needs, goals, and aspirations. You may be seeking a safe space to process life's challenges, cultivate self-awareness, or develop resilience. Perhaps you're looking to break free from limiting patterns, nurture meaningful relationships, or simply find peace in a chaotic world. My approach is centred around empowering you to tap into your inner strength .
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.
Mrs. Mthembu Mensah & Associates at Turning Point
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Is it trauma (divorce, rape, GBV, death of a loved one) or relationship problems, a child displaying behavioral problems, occupational distress? Struggle no more, my aim is to alleviate suffering and prevent depression, anxiety and suicidality from debilitating & ending your life. 13 years in the field has widened the scope of my knowledge & skill. As well as a successful personal healing journey, (in pursuit of peace, meaning & fulfillment), which has afforded me the confidence to offer my clients a practical & reliable treatment plan as I guide them step by step in therapy through a supportive approach.
Is it trauma (divorce, rape, GBV, death of a loved one) or relationship problems, a child displaying behavioral problems, occupational distress? Struggle no more, my aim is to alleviate suffering and prevent depression, anxiety and suicidality from debilitating & ending your life. 13 years in the field has widened the scope of my knowledge & skill. As well as a successful personal healing journey, (in pursuit of peace, meaning & fulfillment), which has afforded me the confidence to offer my clients a practical & reliable treatment plan as I guide them step by step in therapy through a supportive approach.
Lekeka Clinical Psychologist Inc
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Pietermaritzburg 3201
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Letta Selamolela: Letta Consulting Solutions
Psychologist, MSc, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression or any emotional distress. You can receive online psychotherapy and any form psychotherapy
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression or any emotional distress. You can receive online psychotherapy and any form psychotherapy
A client once asked me: “Don’t you get tired of listening to people’s problems for so many years?” I intuitively responded”: “How can I get tired of listening to their solutions?” I have for most of my life been training and supervising counsellors at two different universities. At the same time always running a private practice part time to ensure I learn from my clients: How they tell their problem saturated stories; and then how we together discover the alternative stories from which they then build their solutions and a preferred life story.
A client once asked me: “Don’t you get tired of listening to people’s problems for so many years?” I intuitively responded”: “How can I get tired of listening to their solutions?” I have for most of my life been training and supervising counsellors at two different universities. At the same time always running a private practice part time to ensure I learn from my clients: How they tell their problem saturated stories; and then how we together discover the alternative stories from which they then build their solutions and a preferred life story.
I offer supportive counselling to deal with emotional challenges, family matters and trauma as well as career guidance. With 8 years of experience in counselling, I have developed a passion in providing supportive therapeutic interventions for individuals, couples and families to promote mental health and facilitate positive life adjustments to allow for a meaningful and fulfilling life.
I offer supportive counselling to deal with emotional challenges, family matters and trauma as well as career guidance. With 8 years of experience in counselling, I have developed a passion in providing supportive therapeutic interventions for individuals, couples and families to promote mental health and facilitate positive life adjustments to allow for a meaningful and fulfilling life.
My name is Masego Ngubeni - Social Worker in Private Practice and a full-time School Counsellor. As a dedicated social worker and counsellor, my goal is to support individuals in overcoming life's challenges by providing counselling that is person-centered, empowering, and solution-focused.
Through active listening, empathy, and professional expertise, I assist clients navigate emotional struggle, mental health concerns, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
Ultimately, my goal is to empower individuals to overcome obstacles, heal from past experiences, and move forward with confidence and resilience.
My name is Masego Ngubeni - Social Worker in Private Practice and a full-time School Counsellor. As a dedicated social worker and counsellor, my goal is to support individuals in overcoming life's challenges by providing counselling that is person-centered, empowering, and solution-focused.
Through active listening, empathy, and professional expertise, I assist clients navigate emotional struggle, mental health concerns, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
Ultimately, my goal is to empower individuals to overcome obstacles, heal from past experiences, and move forward with confidence and resilience.
My clients, face personal and social problems. These includes, stress and depression, emotional meltdown, relationship issues, marital problems, family conflicts, divorce, what happens to children during separation/ divorce. Domestic abuse, gender base violence. Trauma, loss and grief.
Single mothers are struggling to handle the behavior of their teens.
My job is to equip my clients with skills and knowledge so that they can deal with these problems.
My clients, face personal and social problems. These includes, stress and depression, emotional meltdown, relationship issues, marital problems, family conflicts, divorce, what happens to children during separation/ divorce. Domestic abuse, gender base violence. Trauma, loss and grief.
Single mothers are struggling to handle the behavior of their teens.
My job is to equip my clients with skills and knowledge so that they can deal with these problems.
My vision is to help individuals,groups and families navigate their daily lives and challenges, understanding the client's thoughts and behaviour to foster care and positive well-being. I provide psychological Assessments,counselling also taking cognisance of their own individual needs.
I use evidence based approach and i work with the client's unique needs. I use a holistic approach to Identify patterns and develop coping strategies to promote growth. Resilience and individual growth are my primary goal for individuals to gain their self awareness and confidence.I foster growth so they can have meaningful perspective to life.
My vision is to help individuals,groups and families navigate their daily lives and challenges, understanding the client's thoughts and behaviour to foster care and positive well-being. I provide psychological Assessments,counselling also taking cognisance of their own individual needs.
I use evidence based approach and i work with the client's unique needs. I use a holistic approach to Identify patterns and develop coping strategies to promote growth. Resilience and individual growth are my primary goal for individuals to gain their self awareness and confidence.I foster growth so they can have meaningful perspective to life.
The first step is often the hardest-and the most powerful.
As a psychologist, I walk alongside clients with care and compassion as we make sense of their experiences together, gently uncovering the connections, meanings, and patterns that shape their inner and outer worlds. Our time together may take us through many different spaces, some silent, some unknown, and some difficult to sit with. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space—one where you feel truly seen and heard.
The first step is often the hardest-and the most powerful.
As a psychologist, I walk alongside clients with care and compassion as we make sense of their experiences together, gently uncovering the connections, meanings, and patterns that shape their inner and outer worlds. Our time together may take us through many different spaces, some silent, some unknown, and some difficult to sit with. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space—one where you feel truly seen and heard.
Online Therapists
I provide counselling for trauma, suicide, addiction, relationships, childhood abuse, and emotional distress using a person-centered, solution-focused approach.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families navigating emotional pain, trauma, or major life transitions. Many face work-related stress, depression, anxiety, grief, or relationship struggles. Others are survivors of abuse, addiction, or childhood trauma seeking healing and stability. I also support those exploring identity and belonging, including members of the LGBTQI+ community, who desire an inclusive, affirming, and compassionate space to feel understood, build resilience, and reclaim their sense of purpose and emotional well-being.
I provide counselling for trauma, suicide, addiction, relationships, childhood abuse, and emotional distress using a person-centered, solution-focused approach.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families navigating emotional pain, trauma, or major life transitions. Many face work-related stress, depression, anxiety, grief, or relationship struggles. Others are survivors of abuse, addiction, or childhood trauma seeking healing and stability. I also support those exploring identity and belonging, including members of the LGBTQI+ community, who desire an inclusive, affirming, and compassionate space to feel understood, build resilience, and reclaim their sense of purpose and emotional well-being.
Focus areas: anxiety; depression; suicide; trauma; bereavement; fears/phobias; adjustment to life changes; stress management; anger management; HIV/AIDS counselling; sexual identity issues; marriage/relationship difficulties, divorce
I am a Counselling Psychologist who has been in private practice since 2010. I work with a wide array of problems affecting individuals, relationships and marriages. I work eclectically drawing on a number of different theoretical approaches so as to find a good ‘fit’ between what a client presents in a session and an approach I believe they will find most beneficial.
Focus areas: anxiety; depression; suicide; trauma; bereavement; fears/phobias; adjustment to life changes; stress management; anger management; HIV/AIDS counselling; sexual identity issues; marriage/relationship difficulties, divorce
I am a Counselling Psychologist who has been in private practice since 2010. I work with a wide array of problems affecting individuals, relationships and marriages. I work eclectically drawing on a number of different theoretical approaches so as to find a good ‘fit’ between what a client presents in a session and an approach I believe they will find most beneficial.
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How does therapy for suicidal ideation work?
Stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances can give rise to suicidal thinking. Therapy can address the events at the core of an individual’s suffering. Understanding why a person may be suicidal can help the therapist and the patient discover alternative methods of coping. A person with suicidal ideation may be mired in catastrophic thinking, and treatment like cognitive behavioural therapy is a good choice for breaking such patterns. In addition, treatment such as acceptance and commitment therapy can help a person manage their distress through better emotion regulation.
Which therapies are best for suicidal ideation?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, acceptance and commitment therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual tolerate distress, regulate emotions, and not act on dangerous urges.
Are there specific medications to be combined with therapy?
The use of medication for suicidal thoughts must be aligned with the underlying cause; conditions such as depression, anxiety, and psychosis may be at the root of suicidal ideation. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for symptoms, which may include antipsychotics such as aripiprazole or antidepressants such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for suicidal ideation?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. Still other patients, especially those with co-occurring conditions like major depression and anxiety, may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months. In some cases, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm.