Lineo Dorah

Ms Lineo Dorah Seselinyane

Counseling Psychologist

I am a psychologist with experience of working from different modalities, and cultural context of my clients is very important in my therapeutic sessions.

About Me

I honour the unique cultural context of each client, which is central to our work together. Drawing on different therapeutic approaches, I tailor sessions to truly fit your individual needs and experiences. This ensures our conversations resonate with your world. My aim is to create a safe space where your whole self, including your heritage, feels deeply understood. This approach is ideal for those seeking truly personalised support.

Approach

Your cultural background shapes how we explore difficulties; I listen for meanings rooted in family, community and language and let that guide the pace and focus. I work with individuals, couples and families in Bloemfontein and online, offering sessions in English and Sesotho that balance gentle reflection with focused problem-solving. Sessions move between telling your story, mapping patterns around anxiety, trauma or loss, and practising practical coping tasks between meetings, adjusting the rhythm to suit you. Those carrying grief, stress or relationship strain often find this collaborative, culturally-attuned way helpful.
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Basic Information

Services


Services Offered:

  • Assessment

    A structured evaluation of mental health, cognitive functioning, or emotional well-being used to guide diagnosis and treatment planning.

  • Corporate Workshops

    Mental health and well-being workshops delivered in workplace settings, covering topics like stress management, resilience, and communication.

  • 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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  • Wellness Support

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

  • 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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  • Psychology

    The scientific study and clinical practice of understanding the mind, emotions, and behaviour, applied to promote healthier functioning.

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  • CBT

    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.

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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
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Groups
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise


Scope of Practice:

  • Abuse

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

  • Anxiety

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

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  • Behaviour or Conduct Issues

    Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.

  • 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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  • 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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  • Family Issues

    Difficulties within the family system, including conflict, communication breakdown, blended family tensions, or intergenerational patterns, that affect individual and collective well-being.

  • Trauma Therapy

    Therapeutic approaches specifically designed to help people process and recover from traumatic experiences.

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Professional Title:

  • Counseling Psychologist

    A psychologist who helps people with everyday life challenges (relationships, work stress, adjustment) as well as mental health conditions.

Qualifications


Nelson Mandela University (NMU)

Registrations


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

Counseling Psychologist

Service Area


MEDOVS

In-person & Online

Willows

Bloemfontein, Free State

South Africa