Grief Therapists in Pinetown

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Philisiwe Portia Kubheka
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Pinetown 3620
I provide counselling services on the issues of Trauma, Loss and Grief, Couples Therapy, Divorce, Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Suicide, Substance Abuse, Behavioral Issues, Bullying, Family Conflicts, Relationships, Teenage Pregnancy and a Variety of Awareness Programs.
My services cater for men, women, youth and children. With a focus to empower victims to regain their strength. People seeking to be healed from emotional wounds, feelings of helplessness, hopelessness and loneliness or battling low self-esteem. Everyone deserves to be respected, heard, empowered and restored to their true self.
I provide counselling services on the issues of Trauma, Loss and Grief, Couples Therapy, Divorce, Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Suicide, Substance Abuse, Behavioral Issues, Bullying, Family Conflicts, Relationships, Teenage Pregnancy and a Variety of Awareness Programs.
My services cater for men, women, youth and children. With a focus to empower victims to regain their strength. People seeking to be healed from emotional wounds, feelings of helplessness, hopelessness and loneliness or battling low self-esteem. Everyone deserves to be respected, heard, empowered and restored to their true self.
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Phakamasizwe Counselling services offers quality specialized services in crisis emotional trauma & recovery/emotional rehabilitation in the following mental health challenges:Pre&post surgery counseling, trauma debriefing & counseling, grief bereavement, maternal crisis: miscarriage, post partum depression & anxiety,anger management,life threatening diseases
Hello & welcome, I offer a variety of services, : individual, children, adolescents, ,family or group therapy. Just to name a few : stress issues(acute &chronic) ,Trauma debriefing & counselling, miscarriage/s therapy (for couples or individual), depression & anxiety disorders , and many more . Mental health is wealth. We shouldn't be waiting to be depleted and warn out to only then start seeking help . The art of psychology is very important , it's gym ,but for the mind, we go on good days and bad ones for physical check ups or care ,right? So ,why not apply the same effort for our mental well being?
Phakamasizwe Counselling services offers quality specialized services in crisis emotional trauma & recovery/emotional rehabilitation in the following mental health challenges:Pre&post surgery counseling, trauma debriefing & counseling, grief bereavement, maternal crisis: miscarriage, post partum depression & anxiety,anger management,life threatening diseases
Hello & welcome, I offer a variety of services, : individual, children, adolescents, ,family or group therapy. Just to name a few : stress issues(acute &chronic) ,Trauma debriefing & counselling, miscarriage/s therapy (for couples or individual), depression & anxiety disorders , and many more . Mental health is wealth. We shouldn't be waiting to be depleted and warn out to only then start seeking help . The art of psychology is very important , it's gym ,but for the mind, we go on good days and bad ones for physical check ups or care ,right? So ,why not apply the same effort for our mental well being?
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Zandile Mtshali
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Pinetown 3610
Whether you’re coping with grief, healing from trauma, or feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns, therapy offers a safe space to be heard and understood.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults facing grief, trauma, emotional challenges, or substance use. Using evidence-based approaches like DBT, I offer individual therapy and support groups, in-person or online, to help you build coping skills, strengthen resilience, and create lasting, meaningful change.
Whether you’re coping with grief, healing from trauma, or feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns, therapy offers a safe space to be heard and understood.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults facing grief, trauma, emotional challenges, or substance use. Using evidence-based approaches like DBT, I offer individual therapy and support groups, in-person or online, to help you build coping skills, strengthen resilience, and create lasting, meaningful change.
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WellCo Consulting
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Pinetown 3610
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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Yoliswa Mazibuko ,HPCSA,BSYCH
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
work with clients who may be struggling with trauma, grief ,Couples Counselling and Psychosocial support and interventions.
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.
work with clients who may be struggling with trauma, grief ,Couples Counselling and Psychosocial support and interventions.
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.
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Svenja Klückow
General Counsellor, MA
Serves Area
Many of my clients feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in cycles of overthinking, self-doubt, and stress. Some struggle with ADHD-related challenges, while others face burnout, life transitions, or relationship difficulties. They want clarity, confidence, and practical ways to navigate 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 feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in cycles of overthinking, self-doubt, and stress. Some struggle with ADHD-related challenges, while others face burnout, life transitions, or relationship difficulties. They want clarity, confidence, and practical ways to navigate their emotions and decisions—without feeling judged or pressured. If this resonates with you, you don’t have to figure it all out alone.
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Michelle Bennett
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Merely some of my special interests: Individual therapy and Couple/Marriage counselling, Adults with a History of Sexual Abuse or Rape, Relationship Concerns, Destructive Relationship patterns, Stress, Trauma, Depression, Grief, infertility, Blended families, Divorce, chronic illness, sexual orientation, adjustment, anxiety, infidelity, trust, communication
Counselling Psychologist with over 25 years private practice experience in Durban. Adults from the age of 18 welcome. Individual, Couple & Family Counselling. I believe that a private practice and consulting rooms need to offer a comfortable, very private, safe, non-judgmental, friendly, confidential, professional setting. No matter how varying your concerns, beliefs, spiritual orientations, lifestyles or your particular cultural group, you will be most welcome in my practice. Both Remote/Online & in-person/Face to Face consultations. Remote sessions are conducted from the consulting rooms.
Merely some of my special interests: Individual therapy and Couple/Marriage counselling, Adults with a History of Sexual Abuse or Rape, Relationship Concerns, Destructive Relationship patterns, Stress, Trauma, Depression, Grief, infertility, Blended families, Divorce, chronic illness, sexual orientation, adjustment, anxiety, infidelity, trust, communication
Counselling Psychologist with over 25 years private practice experience in Durban. Adults from the age of 18 welcome. Individual, Couple & Family Counselling. I believe that a private practice and consulting rooms need to offer a comfortable, very private, safe, non-judgmental, friendly, confidential, professional setting. No matter how varying your concerns, beliefs, spiritual orientations, lifestyles or your particular cultural group, you will be most welcome in my practice. Both Remote/Online & in-person/Face to Face consultations. Remote sessions are conducted from the consulting rooms.
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Dr. Thokozani Sithole
Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
I hope to assist people with a vast range of difficulties such as depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, trauma and loss, life challenges, career difficulties and other life stage challenges.
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.
I hope to assist people with a vast range of difficulties such as depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, trauma and loss, life challenges, career difficulties and other life stage challenges.
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.
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James Olmesdahl
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
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.
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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Mental Health and Life Support Center
Social Worker, SACSSP
Serves Area
Trauma, loss and grief.
In my practice, I offer my clients individual counselling, couples therapy, family therapy, marital counselling. I offer legal advice on issues of divorce, custody and maintenance of children during separation. Advice and counselling on domestic violence. Trauma support, grief and loss support. Lastly, behavioral modification support.
Trauma, loss and grief.
In my practice, I offer my clients individual counselling, couples therapy, family therapy, marital counselling. I offer legal advice on issues of divorce, custody and maintenance of children during separation. Advice and counselling on domestic violence. Trauma support, grief and loss support. Lastly, behavioral modification support.
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Snethemba Gwambe
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
My name is Snethemba Gwambe a Counselling Psychologist based in Kwa-Zulu Natal. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults across multiple settings. This includes remedial schools, where I supported learners with learning and emotional challenges and Student Support Services where I helped young people navigate academic pressures, social-emotional development and wellbeing. Recently I have been working in private practice, providing therapy to clients across a wide range of ages and presenting issues. Therefore, I have a deep understanding of the challenges people face at different stages.
My name is Snethemba Gwambe a Counselling Psychologist based in Kwa-Zulu Natal. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults across multiple settings. This includes remedial schools, where I supported learners with learning and emotional challenges and Student Support Services where I helped young people navigate academic pressures, social-emotional development and wellbeing. Recently I have been working in private practice, providing therapy to clients across a wide range of ages and presenting issues. Therefore, I have a deep understanding of the challenges people face at different stages.
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More Therapists Nearby

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Ntobeko Robyn Sithole
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Durban 4001
I am a registered Counselling Psychologist with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa (HPCSA) .I have completed my academic training at the University of Zululand, and my psychology internship at Central University of Technology, Free State . I provide evidence-based psychotherapy and counselling aimed at dealing with complex emotional, mental health, and personal problems. I welcome clients from all walks of life who seek assistance in overcoming their obstacles to become the best that they can be.
I am a registered Counselling Psychologist with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa (HPCSA) .I have completed my academic training at the University of Zululand, and my psychology internship at Central University of Technology, Free State . I provide evidence-based psychotherapy and counselling aimed at dealing with complex emotional, mental health, and personal problems. I welcome clients from all walks of life who seek assistance in overcoming their obstacles to become the best that they can be.
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Charity Hlongwane
Social Worker, SACSSP
Serves Area
I Work with: • Individuals navigating career changes, relationship issues, grief, or mental health concerns
Your Goals are my priority. Together, we can work toward: • Gaining clarity about your situation. • Improving mental health and emotional balance. • Strengthening interpersonal and family relationships. • Building resilience to face future challenges with confidence. • Supporting older adults in maintaining dignity, independence, and connection.
I Work with: • Individuals navigating career changes, relationship issues, grief, or mental health concerns
Your Goals are my priority. Together, we can work toward: • Gaining clarity about your situation. • Improving mental health and emotional balance. • Strengthening interpersonal and family relationships. • Building resilience to face future challenges with confidence. • Supporting older adults in maintaining dignity, independence, and connection.
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Maxine Grimett
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Essenwood 4001
Have you lost someone and are finding it difficult to not let the loss affect your daily functioning?
At my practice, I endeavour to offer psychotherapy tailored to your needs, to assist you to work through your challenges and move towards personal growth and fulfilment. I offer a mix of Mindfulness-based therapy, Cognitive behavioural therapy and Positive Psychology; depending on the client and the situation.
Have you lost someone and are finding it difficult to not let the loss affect your daily functioning?
At my practice, I endeavour to offer psychotherapy tailored to your needs, to assist you to work through your challenges and move towards personal growth and fulfilment. I offer a mix of Mindfulness-based therapy, Cognitive behavioural therapy and Positive Psychology; depending on the client and the situation.
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Zabiwa Therapy House
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons
Durban 4001
I hold a bachelor of Psychology and I am registered with HPCSA as a registered counselor. I am running my practice as a counsellor, rendering psychological services to adult and children in a variety of problems. I was worked in different organizations rendering my services as a psychological counselor for more than 8 years. Furthermore, I am an effective communicator and listener, I am accurate and goal oriented.
I hold a bachelor of Psychology and I am registered with HPCSA as a registered counselor. I am running my practice as a counsellor, rendering psychological services to adult and children in a variety of problems. I was worked in different organizations rendering my services as a psychological counselor for more than 8 years. Furthermore, I am an effective communicator and listener, I am accurate and goal oriented.
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Sanda Maps Consulting
Social Worker
Serves Area
Are you a man feeling overwhelmed by grief, shame, anger, or emotional pressure you don’t quite know how to express?
I specialize in supporting men and boys navigating grief, emotional suppression, behavioral challenges, identity development, and father-child reconciliation. I also guide single mothers raising sons. My work moves beyond insight toward restoration, helping men reconnect with their values, responsibility, and relationships.
Are you a man feeling overwhelmed by grief, shame, anger, or emotional pressure you don’t quite know how to express?
I specialize in supporting men and boys navigating grief, emotional suppression, behavioral challenges, identity development, and father-child reconciliation. I also guide single mothers raising sons. My work moves beyond insight toward restoration, helping men reconnect with their values, responsibility, and relationships.
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Mfundokayise Lundi Muthwa
Social Worker, BSocSci Hons, SACSSP
Umlazi 4066
Many face work-related stress, depression, anxiety, grief, or relationship struggles.
I provide counselling for trauma, suicide, addiction, relationships, childhood abuse, and emotional distress using a person-centered, solution-focused approach. I offer trauma debriefing, crisis intervention, and GBV support for children. Trained in teletherapy and Indigenous African practices, I create inclusive, affirming spaces for the LGBTQI+ community.
Many face work-related stress, depression, anxiety, grief, or relationship struggles.
I provide counselling for trauma, suicide, addiction, relationships, childhood abuse, and emotional distress using a person-centered, solution-focused approach. I offer trauma debriefing, crisis intervention, and GBV support for children. Trained in teletherapy and Indigenous African practices, I create inclusive, affirming spaces for the LGBTQI+ community.
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Danieyella Rodin Drama Therapy
Art Therapist, MA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I’m a trauma-informed drama therapist working with couples, adults, and adolescents navigating relationship conflicts, anxiety, grief, chronic health conditions (including scoliosis and autoimmune conditions), as well as life transitions such as relocating abroad, becoming a parent, or changing careers.
Drama therapy is a creative, somatic approach that integrates with other therapeutic frameworks. My work focuses on bodily experience and draws on modern neuroscience to understand the impacts of trauma and adverse experiences, alongside psychodynamic developmental perspectives—exploring how the past impacts the present and how to transform these patterns.
I’m a trauma-informed drama therapist working with couples, adults, and adolescents navigating relationship conflicts, anxiety, grief, chronic health conditions (including scoliosis and autoimmune conditions), as well as life transitions such as relocating abroad, becoming a parent, or changing careers.
Drama therapy is a creative, somatic approach that integrates with other therapeutic frameworks. My work focuses on bodily experience and draws on modern neuroscience to understand the impacts of trauma and adverse experiences, alongside psychodynamic developmental perspectives—exploring how the past impacts the present and how to transform these patterns.
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Henning Gericke
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Serves Area
My ideal clients are individuals and families navigating chronic illness, serious medical diagnoses, or palliative care journeys. They may feel overwhelmed, anxious, or uncertain about the future, and need a supportive space to process emotions, make sense of difficult decisions, and regain stability. Many are also caregivers carrying heavy responsibilities. They want compassionate guidance and meaningful conversations that help them find clarity, resilience, and a sense of purpose during challenging times.
My ideal clients are individuals and families navigating chronic illness, serious medical diagnoses, or palliative care journeys. They may feel overwhelmed, anxious, or uncertain about the future, and need a supportive space to process emotions, make sense of difficult decisions, and regain stability. Many are also caregivers carrying heavy responsibilities. They want compassionate guidance and meaningful conversations that help them find clarity, resilience, and a sense of purpose during challenging times.
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Jackie Van Breda
General Counsellor
Serves Area
Every one of us is a professional athlete, intent on achieving personal greatness, whether this entails a balanced lifestyle, a more fulfilling relationship, a new business venture, a career change or promotion at work, retirement, the birth of a child, rehabilitation following surgery, diagnosis and treatment of a medical condition, an exercise programme or a goal in sport at any level. All aspects of life that we experience as personally meaningful require that we feel empowered, confident in our abilities and skills, committed to achieving our goals, while perceiving challenges as opportunities for growth and success.
Every one of us is a professional athlete, intent on achieving personal greatness, whether this entails a balanced lifestyle, a more fulfilling relationship, a new business venture, a career change or promotion at work, retirement, the birth of a child, rehabilitation following surgery, diagnosis and treatment of a medical condition, an exercise programme or a goal in sport at any level. All aspects of life that we experience as personally meaningful require that we feel empowered, confident in our abilities and skills, committed to achieving our goals, while perceiving challenges as opportunities for growth and success.
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Grief Counsellors
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.

When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.

Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.

What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.