Mrs Phathiswa Makoe, BPsych

Registered Counselor

Verified

“I offer psychological services to adolescents, young adults, and adults who may be experiencing emotional, personal, relationship or work-related challenges. I provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients can talk openly, gain clarity, develop healthier coping strategies, and work towards meaningful change.”

About Me

I provide counselling services to adolescents, youth, and adults, helping clients navigate emotional, behavioral, and life-stage challenges. My passion lies in family and couples counselling. Relationships are central to well-being, and I enjoy supporting families and partners in improving communication, resolving conflicts, and building stronger connections. I work in a multi-disciplinary practice and offer services in English and isiXhosa.

Approach

I believe therapy works best when there is enough time and space to notice what is happening without feeling rushed. Whether we meet in person or online, our sessions combine thoughtful reflection with practical steps you can try between sessions. These might be simple exercises or small changes to how you respond in everyday situations, which we can then talk through together. Our work is collaborative. We set a clear focus for each session, check what is helping, and adjust things as we go. My approach is particularly suited to people who want practical change while having the space to reflect and better understand themselves and their relationships. I work primarily with communication and connection, navigating conflict, parenting challenges, and the complexities of blended family life. #SIZEKA~~ BE OPEN TO HELP

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Basic Information

Languages:

English, isiXhosa

Fees:

Medical aid/insurance accepted

Cape Town, South Africa

In-person

Services

Individual Counselling Anxiety, Depression & Emotional Well-being Stress, Burnout & Workplace Challenges Marriage & Relationship Counselling Adolescent & Young Adult Counselling Self-Esteem, Self-Confidence & Personal Growth Grief, Loss and Life Transitions Coping Skills & Emotional Regulation Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Counselling

Services Offered:

BWRT (Brain Working Recursive Therapy)
A therapy that works with the brain's natural response patterns to change unwanted reactions before they reach conscious awareness.
Conflict Management
Structured approaches to resolving disputes and improving communication between people in conflict, whether in relationships, families, or workplaces.
Counselling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
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Couples Therapy
Therapy for partners working on communication, conflict, intimacy, and trust, with both people seen together rather than individually.
Divorce Counselling
Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.
Online Counselling
Counselling conducted via video, phone, or secure messaging, providing professional support remotely.
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Relationship Counselling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
Trauma Counselling
Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.
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Psychoeducation
Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.
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SFBT (Solution-Focused Brief Therapy)
A short-term, goal-oriented therapy that focuses on building solutions rather than analysing problems, exploring what is already working and how to do more of it.

Works With:

Adolescents
Adults
Communities
Couples
Families
Individuals
Organisations
Groups
Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Anger
An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.
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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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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.
Career Issues
Work-related difficulties such as chronic dissatisfaction, conflict, burnout, uncertainty about direction, or the stress of career change.
Divorce Coping
The emotional upheaval of separation or divorce, including grief, anger, identity disruption, and the challenge of restructuring family life.
Depression
A mood disorder marked by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and changes in energy, sleep, or appetite that impair daily functioning.
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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.
Grief, Loss & Bereavement
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss, varying widely in duration and expression.
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Guilt or Forgiveness
Persistent feelings of guilt, shame, or difficulty forgiving oneself or others that weigh on emotional well-being and relationships.
Identity & Self-Image
A person's sense of who they are, including their values, beliefs, roles, and self-perception, and the distress that arises when this sense is unclear, fragmented, or negative.