Psychologists and Therapists for Elderly in Tzaneen
Finding the right therapist can feel like a daunting task, but I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important factor in your growth. My approach is grounded in empathy, curiosity, and collaboration, creating a space where you can feel safe enough to be truly honest with yourself.
I specialise in helping individuals navigate anxiety, life transitions, and relationship patterns. Rather than just focusing on symptoms, we will work together to understand the underlying roots of your challenges, empowering you to break old cycles and build a life that feels authentic to who you are.
Finding the right therapist can feel like a daunting task, but I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important factor in your growth. My approach is grounded in empathy, curiosity, and collaboration, creating a space where you can feel safe enough to be truly honest with yourself.
I specialise in helping individuals navigate anxiety, life transitions, and relationship patterns. Rather than just focusing on symptoms, we will work together to understand the underlying roots of your challenges, empowering you to break old cycles and build a life that feels authentic to who you are.
I am a registered Psychological Counsellor with a passion for supporting individuals, families, and communities to achieve emotional well-being and personal growth. My approach is client-centred, compassionate, and evidence-based, creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and life challenges.
I believe in empowering individuals with practical coping skills, self-awareness, and resilience to improve their overall quality of life. My goal is to walk alongside clients
I am a registered Psychological Counsellor with a passion for supporting individuals, families, and communities to achieve emotional well-being and personal growth. My approach is client-centred, compassionate, and evidence-based, creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and life challenges.
I believe in empowering individuals with practical coping skills, self-awareness, and resilience to improve their overall quality of life. My goal is to walk alongside clients
If you are looking for counselling for:
ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Chronic Illness Counselling, Coaching and Personality Profiling, we would be happy to assist you.
Many people come to counselling feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward. You may want support to make sense of your emotions and find practical ways to feel more in control and connected.
I value curiosity, honesty, compassion, and non-judgment in every session.
If you are looking for counselling for:
ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Chronic Illness Counselling, Coaching and Personality Profiling, we would be happy to assist you.
Many people come to counselling feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward. You may want support to make sense of your emotions and find practical ways to feel more in control and connected.
I value curiosity, honesty, compassion, and non-judgment in every session.
My name is Rainah and I am a clinical psychologist practicing in Tzaneen. I provide a wide range of psychological services to individuals, couples, families and groups. I also offer psychological assessments (medico-legal, school-placement, etc.). I have a special interest in relationships, trauma, bereavement, anxiety, depression, and adjustment-related problems. My work with children often integrates parents or primary caregivers because many times children’s problems are a sign of structural or family defects. I provide in-person and online therapy.
My name is Rainah and I am a clinical psychologist practicing in Tzaneen. I provide a wide range of psychological services to individuals, couples, families and groups. I also offer psychological assessments (medico-legal, school-placement, etc.). I have a special interest in relationships, trauma, bereavement, anxiety, depression, and adjustment-related problems. My work with children often integrates parents or primary caregivers because many times children’s problems are a sign of structural or family defects. I provide in-person and online therapy.
I am a HPCSA Registered Counsellor.I offer short-term counseling, with clients current difficulties.Specialising in addictions, anxiety, family difficulties,loss/grief, chronic illness, stress management,abuse, divorce and trauma.I offer affordable counseling to adults, adolescents, individuals, couples and families. I am also affiliated with BHF and my Practice No:0528676.I also accept Medical Aid as form of payment.
I am a HPCSA Registered Counsellor.I offer short-term counseling, with clients current difficulties.Specialising in addictions, anxiety, family difficulties,loss/grief, chronic illness, stress management,abuse, divorce and trauma.I offer affordable counseling to adults, adolescents, individuals, couples and families. I am also affiliated with BHF and my Practice No:0528676.I also accept Medical Aid as form of payment.
Khanyisa Masingi Mental Health Practitioner (independent practice). I work fulltime in private practice. KM offers the following services, Grief/Bereavement counselling, Adjustment problems, substance abuse, Trauma counselling, conflict in workplace, crisis intervention, Depression symptoms, Anxiety, relationship counselling, HIC/AIDS counselling, Divorce, family conflict, self-eestem, suicidal ideation, Trauma, stress management and Anger management
Khanyisa Masingi Mental Health Practitioner (independent practice). I work fulltime in private practice. KM offers the following services, Grief/Bereavement counselling, Adjustment problems, substance abuse, Trauma counselling, conflict in workplace, crisis intervention, Depression symptoms, Anxiety, relationship counselling, HIC/AIDS counselling, Divorce, family conflict, self-eestem, suicidal ideation, Trauma, stress management and Anger management
• Older adults & families coping with aging, caregiving responsibilities, or vulnerability in rural and urban communities
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.
• Older adults & families coping with aging, caregiving responsibilities, or vulnerability in rural and urban communities
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.
Online Therapists
Dr. Tsakani Glory Rikhotso
Registered Counsellor, PhD, HPCSA - Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Hoedspruit 1380
For me psychology is not just a profession-it is a calling. My work as a Registered counselor is driven by passion, dedication, and a genuine desire to support others. I believe in creating a safe, respectiful and non-judgemental space where individuals are free to express their thoughts and feelings openly. Every person's story matters, and i am here to listen, to walk alongside you, and to help you navigate life challenges. My role is not only to guide, but also to provide understanding, empathy and support whenever you need it. You are welcome to reach out at anytime time- you don't have to face things alone.
For me psychology is not just a profession-it is a calling. My work as a Registered counselor is driven by passion, dedication, and a genuine desire to support others. I believe in creating a safe, respectiful and non-judgemental space where individuals are free to express their thoughts and feelings openly. Every person's story matters, and i am here to listen, to walk alongside you, and to help you navigate life challenges. My role is not only to guide, but also to provide understanding, empathy and support whenever you need it. You are welcome to reach out at anytime time- you don't have to face things alone.
My client seeks emotional healing, self-discovery, and balance in life. They struggle with stress, trauma, or relationship challenges and need a safe space to express themselves. Their goals include building resilience, gaining clarity, and enhancing their well-being. They want support, validation, and practical tools to navigate life’s complexities and unlock their full potential.
My client seeks emotional healing, self-discovery, and balance in life. They struggle with stress, trauma, or relationship challenges and need a safe space to express themselves. Their goals include building resilience, gaining clarity, and enhancing their well-being. They want support, validation, and practical tools to navigate life’s complexities and unlock their full potential.
My ideal client is someone in early to mid recovery after substance-use treatment, or someone who has achieved abstinence but is struggling with the transition back into everyday life.
Issues: Difficulty setting boundaries with family, work, or partners, fear of relapse and self-doubt (“What if I can’t do this?”)
Needs: Stability and containment, structure that supports independence, not dependency.
Goals: To stay sober without living in constant fear and to build a life that doesn’t require escape.
Work through the pressure to "do recovery perfectly, also build a meaningful life without drugs or alcohol.
My ideal client is someone in early to mid recovery after substance-use treatment, or someone who has achieved abstinence but is struggling with the transition back into everyday life.
Issues: Difficulty setting boundaries with family, work, or partners, fear of relapse and self-doubt (“What if I can’t do this?”)
Needs: Stability and containment, structure that supports independence, not dependency.
Goals: To stay sober without living in constant fear and to build a life that doesn’t require escape.
Work through the pressure to "do recovery perfectly, also build a meaningful life without drugs or alcohol.
Through counselling, my goal is to help clients feel heard, supported, and empowered as they work towards healing, personal growth, and emotional wellbeing. I strive to create a compassionate and collaborative space where clients can explore their experiences, gain insight, and build the resilience needed to move forward in a healthier and more fulfilling way.
Through counselling, my goal is to help clients feel heard, supported, and empowered as they work towards healing, personal growth, and emotional wellbeing. I strive to create a compassionate and collaborative space where clients can explore their experiences, gain insight, and build the resilience needed to move forward in a healthier and more fulfilling way.
As a compassionate and empathetic registered counsellor i offer a safe, non judgmental space for individuals to explore their thoughts feelings and experiences, leading towards their journey of healing and personal growth. I am here to walk alongside you through life's challenges and difficulties. My passion is aiming to help others navigate through life,
As a compassionate and empathetic registered counsellor i offer a safe, non judgmental space for individuals to explore their thoughts feelings and experiences, leading towards their journey of healing and personal growth. I am here to walk alongside you through life's challenges and difficulties. My passion is aiming to help others navigate through life,
I am a skilled Clinical Psychologist and former Sectional Manager at a rural hospital , providing strategic leadership and managing clinical psychology services. With expertise in therapeutic interventions, forensics, psychometrics, and neuropsychology, I excel in staff mentorship, community engagement, and program development. Passionate about mental health awareness, I drive impactful initiatives, including workshops, campaigns, and collaborations with law enforcement to implement the Mental Health Care Act.
I am passionate about mentorship and assisting aspiring clinical psychologists to navigate the journey
I am a skilled Clinical Psychologist and former Sectional Manager at a rural hospital , providing strategic leadership and managing clinical psychology services. With expertise in therapeutic interventions, forensics, psychometrics, and neuropsychology, I excel in staff mentorship, community engagement, and program development. Passionate about mental health awareness, I drive impactful initiatives, including workshops, campaigns, and collaborations with law enforcement to implement the Mental Health Care Act.
I am passionate about mentorship and assisting aspiring clinical psychologists to navigate the journey
Moipone Lebese Clinical Psychologist Inc. offers the following services: Individual counselling, Couple counselling, Trauma Counselling, Grief Counselling and Psychological testing. Common issues that are addressed include: Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Mood Disorder, Relationship problems, Work-related stressors, Dealing with loss (death), Personal stressors, Trauma (e.g. rape, motor vehicle accidents, hijackings etc.) and Behavioural and emotional problems in children and adolescents. Psychological assessments (medico-legal assessments and school placements). Skills (anger management, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills)
Moipone Lebese Clinical Psychologist Inc. offers the following services: Individual counselling, Couple counselling, Trauma Counselling, Grief Counselling and Psychological testing. Common issues that are addressed include: Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Mood Disorder, Relationship problems, Work-related stressors, Dealing with loss (death), Personal stressors, Trauma (e.g. rape, motor vehicle accidents, hijackings etc.) and Behavioural and emotional problems in children and adolescents. Psychological assessments (medico-legal assessments and school placements). Skills (anger management, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills)
Mengwai Edna Psychological Services is here to help you navigate life with professional support. Are you trying to understand your behavior and emotions or are you struggling with psychological/mental problems?
Mengwai Edna Psychological Services is here to help you navigate life with professional support. Are you trying to understand your behavior and emotions or are you struggling with psychological/mental problems?
My journey into clinical psychology was inspired by a deep-seated passion for understanding the human mind and a commitment to helping individuals lead fulfilling lives. I have years of experience, I have had the privilege of working with diverse population, each presenting unique challenges and growth opportunities.
My approach to therapy is integrative, combining evidence-based practices with compassionate, client-centered focus. I believe in the power of therapeutic relationship and strive to create a safe, non-judgemental space where clients feel understood and empowered.
My journey into clinical psychology was inspired by a deep-seated passion for understanding the human mind and a commitment to helping individuals lead fulfilling lives. I have years of experience, I have had the privilege of working with diverse population, each presenting unique challenges and growth opportunities.
My approach to therapy is integrative, combining evidence-based practices with compassionate, client-centered focus. I believe in the power of therapeutic relationship and strive to create a safe, non-judgemental space where clients feel understood and empowered.
I have worked with clients experiencing day-to-day challenges and those diagnosed with mental illness such Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorders, Major Depressive Disorders and Substance Use Disorders (to name but a few). People are unique and therefore interventions will be catered to the particular client. Therapy will be guided by your individualistic needs however I render services mainly from a Cognitive Behavioural perspective as I believe that most challenges stem from our thoughts/views regarding the particular challenge. My goal is to assist you in breaking down the barriers that prevent you from living a mentally healthy life.
I have worked with clients experiencing day-to-day challenges and those diagnosed with mental illness such Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorders, Major Depressive Disorders and Substance Use Disorders (to name but a few). People are unique and therefore interventions will be catered to the particular client. Therapy will be guided by your individualistic needs however I render services mainly from a Cognitive Behavioural perspective as I believe that most challenges stem from our thoughts/views regarding the particular challenge. My goal is to assist you in breaking down the barriers that prevent you from living a mentally healthy life.
Faith Ratombo Clinical psychologist
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Louis Trichardt 0920
Life can be challenging and sometimes we find ourselves overwhelmed. Therapy provides a safe space to express emotions, gain insight into behaviours, and learn effective coping strategies. Therapy is more about growth and healing. Everyone needs help at times and there's is no shame in seeking professional support.
Faith Ratombo is a passionate qualified clinical psychologist based in Makhado. I provide psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families and groups using different psychotherapeutic modalities.
Furthermore, I offer workshops and seminars to organizations, schools and churches on mental health wellness.
Life can be challenging and sometimes we find ourselves overwhelmed. Therapy provides a safe space to express emotions, gain insight into behaviours, and learn effective coping strategies. Therapy is more about growth and healing. Everyone needs help at times and there's is no shame in seeking professional support.
Faith Ratombo is a passionate qualified clinical psychologist based in Makhado. I provide psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families and groups using different psychotherapeutic modalities.
Furthermore, I offer workshops and seminars to organizations, schools and churches on mental health wellness.
I'm trauma specialist! Suicidal thoughts are caused by the whole lot of issues including past and current trauma resulting to depression. Let us unpack all your issues, find healing and prevent depression! Furthermore, I deal with all age groups to build your emotional strength.
I'm trauma specialist! Suicidal thoughts are caused by the whole lot of issues including past and current trauma resulting to depression. Let us unpack all your issues, find healing and prevent depression! Furthermore, I deal with all age groups to build your emotional strength.
Nearby Seniors Counsellors Searches for Tzaneen
See More Seniors Counsellors FAQ - About Therapy for Elders
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.
How is counselling for elderly different from counselling for other age groups?
In general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.
How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.
What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counsellors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counsellors specialising in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counsellors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.