Yolisa

Ms Yolisa Mapasa

Psychologist

“I am a registered Counselling Psychologist based in Butterworth. My work mainly entails providing counselling and psychological support to individuals, parents, couples, the elderly and adolescents with psychological problems. I am fluent in English & isiXhosa.”

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About Me

As a registered Counseling Psychologist, I provide Counseling and psychological support in Butterworth. My work focuses on supporting individuals, parents, couples, the elderly, and adolescents navigating various psychological challenges. I foster a collaborative space where you can explore concerns and build resilience. Fluent in English and isiXhosa, I ensure sessions are accessible and culturally sensitive. This enables many to find tailored guidance to navigate their unique experiences.

Approach

In sessions here in Butterworth and online, conducted in English or isiXhosa, we move from understanding your concerns to practical steps you can try between meetings. I pace work to what feels manageable, use collaborative exploring to spot patterns, and introduce simple skills—breathing, communication, problem‑setting—to test in daily life. Reflection and gentle accountability help track progress and adjust plans together. This approach tends to suit people seeking steady, culturally aware support through anxiety, loss, relationship strain or life transitions.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • 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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  • Online Therapy

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

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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Children
  • Couples
  • Elderly
  • Families
  • Individuals
  • Parents

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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  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • Addiction

    A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

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  • Adolescent Therapy

    Therapy designed for teenagers, using age-appropriate methods to address issues like anxiety, identity, peer pressure, and family conflict.

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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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  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • 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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Professional Title:

  • Psychologist

    A professional trained to assess and treat mental health conditions using evidence-based psychological methods.

Credentials

Registrations

Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)

Counseling Psychologist

Registration: PS 0124605

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

PR. 0817015

Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology

Nelson Mandela University

Year: 2013

Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology

Nelson Mandela University

Year: 2013

Service Areas

Mapasa Psychological Services Centre

In-person & Online

Butterworth, Eastern Cape

South Africa

Butterworth, South Africa