Ms Talisa Appadu
Registered Counselor
“Registered counsellor that is committed to helping individuals of all ages facing a variety of challenges.”
About Me
Approach
I am a Registered Counsellor in private practice based in Windermere, Durban. As a registered counsellor, I strive to empower clients of all ages facing a variety of challenges. I am committed to helping my clients overcome their challenges so that they can thrive in all areas of their lives. I allow my clients to share their experiences in the ambience of complete privacy and confidentiality. I provide a supportive, non-judgmental and safe environment where issues can be explored and constructive changes can be made.
I am immensely passionate about psycho-oncology and strive to help my clients navigate through their journey. I provide psychological support to my oncology clients to help build their compliance towards their treatment and adjust to their pre and post treatment lifestyle changes. I work by integrating my own personal experience with cancer, clinical skills and expertise and use evidence -based psychological management for my clients.
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Services
I provide psychological support for a variety of challenges including , but not limited to:
· Cancer
· Chronic illness
· Rehabilitation
· Antenatal and Postnatal
· Trauma
· Grief & Loss
· Stress & Burnout
· Low motivation
· Self-esteem
· Loss of direction
· Adjustment
· Relationship
· Parenting
· Bullying
Services Offered:
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Corporate Workshops
Mental health and well-being workshops delivered in workplace settings, covering topics like stress management, resilience, and communication.
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Crisis Counseling
Immediate, short-term psychological support during an acute mental health crisis such as a panic episode, suicidal thoughts, or overwhelming distress.
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Counseling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
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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.
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Relationship Counseling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
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Mindfulness
The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.
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Rehabilitation
Structured programmes that help people recover functioning after addiction, injury, or severe mental illness through therapy, skills training, and ongoing support.
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Stress Management
Techniques and strategies for managing the body and mind's response to excessive demands, including relaxation, cognitive restructuring, and lifestyle changes.
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Works With:
- •All ages
Area of Expertise
Scope of Practice:
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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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Grief & Loss
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.
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Stress / Burnout
The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).
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Cancer Support
The psychological and emotional impact of a cancer diagnosis on the individual and their loved ones, including fear, grief, and adjustment to treatment.
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Family Issues
Difficulties within the family system, including conflict, communication breakdown, blended family tensions, or intergenerational patterns, that affect individual and collective well-being.
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Forgiveness
The psychological process of releasing resentment or anger toward someone who has caused harm, a complex emotional journey rather than a simple decision.
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Parenting Support
Guidance for the psychological challenges of raising children, including discipline, communication, co-parenting, and managing the emotional demands of parenthood.
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Relationship Counseling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
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Self-Care
Deliberate actions taken to maintain or improve one's own mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
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Professional Title:
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Registered Counselor
A counselor who is formally registered with a professional or regulatory body.
Qualifications
University of KwaZulu-Natal
University of South Africa (UNISA)
University of KwaZulu-Natal
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Registrations
Health Professions Council Of South Africa (HPCSA); Board of Health Funders (BHF)
Registered Counsellor