Grief Therapists in Plettenberg Bay
I work with adolescents and adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally burdened by anxiety, depression, burnout, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, or life transitions.
I offer evidence-based, trauma-informed therapy in a warm, collaborative space. Grounded in a strength-based and relational approach, with an interest in post-traumatic growth, therapy is shaped around your story to support healing, resilience, insight, and meaningful change.
I work with adolescents and adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally burdened by anxiety, depression, burnout, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, or life transitions.
I offer evidence-based, trauma-informed therapy in a warm, collaborative space. Grounded in a strength-based and relational approach, with an interest in post-traumatic growth, therapy is shaped around your story to support healing, resilience, insight, and meaningful change.
Clients often arrive feeling overwhelmed or stuck while navigating stress, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, or major life transitions.
My work is trauma informed, which means your sense of safety, choice and dignity always comes first. Sessions are paced, respectful and purposeful. Focus on stabilisation and emotional regulation before deeper exploration, ensuring the process feels supportive rather than overwhelming. I integrate counselling, coaching and mediation skills where appropriate.
Clients often arrive feeling overwhelmed or stuck while navigating stress, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, or major life transitions.
My work is trauma informed, which means your sense of safety, choice and dignity always comes first. Sessions are paced, respectful and purposeful. Focus on stabilisation and emotional regulation before deeper exploration, ensuring the process feels supportive rather than overwhelming. I integrate counselling, coaching and mediation skills where appropriate.
I’m Karusha Pather, a qualified Social Worker (MSW) and Trauma-Informed Therapist with a special interest in addiction recovery, relationship challenges, and emotional regulation. My approach blends evidence-based therapeutic methods with empathy, curiosity, and cultural awareness. Whether you’re navigating burnout, trauma, loss, or self-esteem struggles, I meet you exactly where you are without judgment, without pressure.
Sessions are available online and in-person. Let's connect.
I’m Karusha Pather, a qualified Social Worker (MSW) and Trauma-Informed Therapist with a special interest in addiction recovery, relationship challenges, and emotional regulation. My approach blends evidence-based therapeutic methods with empathy, curiosity, and cultural awareness. Whether you’re navigating burnout, trauma, loss, or self-esteem struggles, I meet you exactly where you are without judgment, without pressure.
Sessions are available online and in-person. Let's connect.
I tailor how I work to you because everyone’s story and needs are different — my priority is helping you feel truly heard, supported, and able to move forward in ways that matter to you.
I tailor how I work to you because everyone’s story and needs are different — my priority is helping you feel truly heard, supported, and able to move forward in ways that matter to you.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with many years experience working with children, teenagers, adults and couples. I also have a great deal of experience working with families and groups. I have facilitated groups where drugs and/or alcohol addiction is a familial problem for many years. I have also worked with mood disorders such as Depression and Bipolar. My doctoral thesis was on the mediating effect of Art Therapy for the treatment of Trauma and Bereavement, as I believe in the benefits of working with many different modalities in psychotherapy.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with many years experience working with children, teenagers, adults and couples. I also have a great deal of experience working with families and groups. I have facilitated groups where drugs and/or alcohol addiction is a familial problem for many years. I have also worked with mood disorders such as Depression and Bipolar. My doctoral thesis was on the mediating effect of Art Therapy for the treatment of Trauma and Bereavement, as I believe in the benefits of working with many different modalities in psychotherapy.
The people I work with are often holding so much anxiety, burnout, grief, relationship struggles, or the aftershocks of emotional trauma.
I specialise in supporting individuals who feel emotionally overwhelmed, disconnected, or depleted, whether from trauma, burnout, relationship strain, or a sense of having lost themselves along the way. My approach is person-centred and compassionate, drawing on emotional insight, body-based awareness, practical tools, and the Enneagram.
The people I work with are often holding so much anxiety, burnout, grief, relationship struggles, or the aftershocks of emotional trauma.
I specialise in supporting individuals who feel emotionally overwhelmed, disconnected, or depleted, whether from trauma, burnout, relationship strain, or a sense of having lost themselves along the way. My approach is person-centred and compassionate, drawing on emotional insight, body-based awareness, practical tools, and the Enneagram.
I have worked locally and internationally in the field of addiction and trauma. I have supported individuals suffering from addiction and their family's for many years. I also have a special interest in the LGBTQI+ community.
I also offer clinical supervision.
I have worked locally and internationally in the field of addiction and trauma. I have supported individuals suffering from addiction and their family's for many years. I also have a special interest in the LGBTQI+ community.
I also offer clinical supervision.
Karen Davidson - Well I Am Counselling
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Serves Area
Are you troubled or feeling stressed? Do you feel stuck? Or that your life isn't how you planned or expected? Are you struggling to cope?
As someone who has been there... and someone who has been trained to support those going through difficult times.
I am available to support my clients as they navigate their unique and personal circumstances. I offer a safe space, so that they can safely, authentically and honestly explore their difficulties.
I support them as they navigate and transition through their unique challenges, with kindness and care, using various tools and techniques to equip them to grow through their challenges.
Are you troubled or feeling stressed? Do you feel stuck? Or that your life isn't how you planned or expected? Are you struggling to cope?
As someone who has been there... and someone who has been trained to support those going through difficult times.
I am available to support my clients as they navigate their unique and personal circumstances. I offer a safe space, so that they can safely, authentically and honestly explore their difficulties.
I support them as they navigate and transition through their unique challenges, with kindness and care, using various tools and techniques to equip them to grow through their challenges.
I work with adults and couples, with a particular focus on the nervous system.
Many people come to counselling feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, disconnected from themselves, or stuck in patterns they can’t quite explain. Often, these experiences are not signs of weakness, but reflections of a nervous system that has been under strain for a long time.
I work with adults and couples, with a particular focus on the nervous system.
Many people come to counselling feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, disconnected from themselves, or stuck in patterns they can’t quite explain. Often, these experiences are not signs of weakness, but reflections of a nervous system that has been under strain for a long time.
Whether you're struggling to navigate difficult life circumstances, or feeling like you're ready to take action and make positive life changes, finding someone to support and guide you is a healthy and courageous step.
Whether you're struggling to navigate difficult life circumstances, or feeling like you're ready to take action and make positive life changes, finding someone to support and guide you is a healthy and courageous step.
I am passionate about the art of therapy – co-creating a unique therapeutic space that makes each client feel safe, heard and emotionally held so that they can embark on a journey of self-discovery, insight, and authentic empowerment.
My therapeutic approach is shaped by Jungian thinking, Process Oriented Psychology, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and embodied practices that are trauma informed.
Art therapy is a powerful tool for self-expression that helps us work with whatever is going on that is making us stuck, unhappy, angry including experiences of grief, depression, inadequacy, fear, loneliness, addiction, and conflict..
I am passionate about the art of therapy – co-creating a unique therapeutic space that makes each client feel safe, heard and emotionally held so that they can embark on a journey of self-discovery, insight, and authentic empowerment.
My therapeutic approach is shaped by Jungian thinking, Process Oriented Psychology, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and embodied practices that are trauma informed.
Art therapy is a powerful tool for self-expression that helps us work with whatever is going on that is making us stuck, unhappy, angry including experiences of grief, depression, inadequacy, fear, loneliness, addiction, and conflict..
I am a wellness counsellor, psychometrist and IFS-informed practitioner. I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck, and who long for deeper self-understanding and emotional balance. Many are navigating anxiety, life transitions, or relationship challenges. I offer a supportive space grounded in trust, compassion, and curiosity, helping clients reconnect with themselves and access their inner capacity to heal, grow, and move forward with clarity.
I am a wellness counsellor, psychometrist and IFS-informed practitioner. I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck, and who long for deeper self-understanding and emotional balance. Many are navigating anxiety, life transitions, or relationship challenges. I offer a supportive space grounded in trust, compassion, and curiosity, helping clients reconnect with themselves and access their inner capacity to heal, grow, and move forward with clarity.
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I specialize in counselling for Couples therapy, Infidelity issues, Marriage and Relationships difficulties, Addiction, Loss, and bereavement, while also offering holistic support across a wide range of personal My approach is compassionate, structured, and tailored to each individual—because I believe no single method fits all therefore we will address the issues face and their impact, then move forward with carefully planned strategies.
By exploring choices and equipping yourself with new skills, you’ll gain the confidence to overcome obstacles and embrace new beginnings. If you are ready to invest in yourself, this could be one of the most important and transformative decisions of your life.
I specialize in counselling for Couples therapy, Infidelity issues, Marriage and Relationships difficulties, Addiction, Loss, and bereavement, while also offering holistic support across a wide range of personal My approach is compassionate, structured, and tailored to each individual—because I believe no single method fits all therefore we will address the issues face and their impact, then move forward with carefully planned strategies.
By exploring choices and equipping yourself with new skills, you’ll gain the confidence to overcome obstacles and embrace new beginnings. If you are ready to invest in yourself, this could be one of the most important and transformative decisions of your life.
The people I work with are often going through life’s messier moments- grief, relationship ups and downs, or big life transitions like moving, changing careers, becoming a parent, or starting over after a breakup.
If that sounds familiar, you’re probably not looking for someone to give you a to-do list or “fix” anything. I offer support that’s thoughtful, down-to-earth, and respectful.
The goals? They’re yours to set. We’ll work together to explore what’s going on and find ways to help you reconnect with your own inner clarity and strength.
The people I work with are often going through life’s messier moments- grief, relationship ups and downs, or big life transitions like moving, changing careers, becoming a parent, or starting over after a breakup.
If that sounds familiar, you’re probably not looking for someone to give you a to-do list or “fix” anything. I offer support that’s thoughtful, down-to-earth, and respectful.
The goals? They’re yours to set. We’ll work together to explore what’s going on and find ways to help you reconnect with your own inner clarity and strength.
Anxiety, low mood, stress, grief, or significant life changes such as shifts in relationships, work, identity, or relocating can quietly add to this sense of strain.
I offer a warm, steady counselling space where you can slow down and reflect. I work integratively and collaboratively, shaping our sessions around your needs, experiences and pace. Together we explore patterns, emotions and experiences that may be affecting your wellbeing, while also focusing on practical tools that support meaningful and achievable change.
Anxiety, low mood, stress, grief, or significant life changes such as shifts in relationships, work, identity, or relocating can quietly add to this sense of strain.
I offer a warm, steady counselling space where you can slow down and reflect. I work integratively and collaboratively, shaping our sessions around your needs, experiences and pace. Together we explore patterns, emotions and experiences that may be affecting your wellbeing, while also focusing on practical tools that support meaningful and achievable change.
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"
Therapy with me is an open, reflective space to explore the challenges, questions, and life experiences that matter to you. Whether you’re navigating trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, or a sense of being overwhelmed or disconnected, you’ll find a calm, culturally attuned environment to make sense of your story. My approach blends existential exploration with trauma‑focused DBT skills, helping you build insight, stability, and resilience. Together we work toward grounded, meaningful, and sustainable change.
Therapy with me is an open, reflective space to explore the challenges, questions, and life experiences that matter to you. Whether you’re navigating trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, or a sense of being overwhelmed or disconnected, you’ll find a calm, culturally attuned environment to make sense of your story. My approach blends existential exploration with trauma‑focused DBT skills, helping you build insight, stability, and resilience. Together we work toward grounded, meaningful, and sustainable change.
Christian Psychologist providing therapy Online and In-person (George). I integrate Christian and psychological principles to guide people to experience well-being in body, soul and spirit. I use the Word of God as standard, together with my qualifications and experience. Life is beautiful and I help people to experience the beauty of life despite the situation they are in. Are you facing a challenge in your marriage, work or life in general? Then it’s time for professional assistance to experience joy and meaning in your life. Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit it will be possible. Look forward meeting with you!
Christian Psychologist providing therapy Online and In-person (George). I integrate Christian and psychological principles to guide people to experience well-being in body, soul and spirit. I use the Word of God as standard, together with my qualifications and experience. Life is beautiful and I help people to experience the beauty of life despite the situation they are in. Are you facing a challenge in your marriage, work or life in general? Then it’s time for professional assistance to experience joy and meaning in your life. Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit it will be possible. Look forward meeting with you!
I am a warm, passionate and professional Counselling Psychologist. I work with teens, adults and couples online. I have worked with a vast array of presenting difficulties in varied contexts, and tailor therapy to your needs.
I am a warm, passionate and professional Counselling Psychologist. I work with teens, adults and couples online. I have worked with a vast array of presenting difficulties in varied contexts, and tailor therapy to your needs.
Online Therapists
Are you feeling overwhelmed and unsure about your mental health journey? Are you looking for a compassionate yet solution-focused clinical psychologist who can help you overcome barriers and transform your fears into solutions? Then I'm the ideal therapist for you. My mission is to make mental health care accessible and enjoyable for all, breaking down the barriers and stigmas surrounding mental health. I believe that with the right tools, roadmap, and support, you can achieve your goals and live a fulfilling, well-lived life. If you've been disappointed or disillusioned by previous psychologists, I dare you to experience different!
Are you feeling overwhelmed and unsure about your mental health journey? Are you looking for a compassionate yet solution-focused clinical psychologist who can help you overcome barriers and transform your fears into solutions? Then I'm the ideal therapist for you. My mission is to make mental health care accessible and enjoyable for all, breaking down the barriers and stigmas surrounding mental health. I believe that with the right tools, roadmap, and support, you can achieve your goals and live a fulfilling, well-lived life. If you've been disappointed or disillusioned by previous psychologists, I dare you to experience different!
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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.