Thandeka

Ms Thandeka Mvakali

Clinical Psychologist

“I offer therapy and coaching to people in various life circumstances e.g. experiencing anxiety or sadness, experiencing grief from loss; experiencing stress from traumatic events ; transitioning to a new job or considering a different career; couples seeking to deepen their relationship or having challenges.”

About Me

I offer a supportive space for you to navigate life's complexities. Whether facing anxiety, sadness, or the weight of grief and trauma, I'm here to help. We can also explore career transitions or deepen your relationships. My approach blends therapy with coaching; we focus on understanding your experiences and developing practical strategies. This broad support makes me a good match for many life circumstances.

Approach

When you're carrying uncertainty or change I meet you with curiosity and clear structure that balances exploration with practical steps. Sessions in Wendywood or online, in Sesotho, isiXhosa or isiZulu, feel calm and paced; we set priorities and track small shifts between meetings. I combine listening, timely challenge and simple, doable practices, with attention to safety and patterns, so learning extends beyond the room. People seeking clearer direction, steadier mood or healthier connections often find this approach helpful.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

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Services

Services Offered:

  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

  • Trauma Counseling

    Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.

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  • Wellness Support

    Holistic support focused on overall well-being, including stress management, lifestyle balance, and building sustainable healthy habits.

  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

  • Group Therapy

    Therapy conducted with a small group of people who share similar concerns, using peer interaction and diverse perspectives as part of the healing process.

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Works With:

  • Adults
  • Couples
  • Individuals
  • Organisations

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Career Issues

    Work-related difficulties such as chronic dissatisfaction, conflict, burnout, uncertainty about direction, or the stress of career change.

  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Personal Development

    The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

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Professional Title:

  • Clinical Psychologist

    An advanced mental health professional trained to assess and treat a wide range of difficulties, from anxiety and depression to trauma and complex conditions.

Credentials

Registrations

Health Professions Council Of South Africa (HPCSA); Board of Health Funders (BHF)

Clinical Psychologist

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Qualifications

Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University

Service Areas

Purelife Wellness + Online

In-person & Online

Johannesburg, Gauteng

South Africa

Wendywood, South Africa