Varuna Bahadur

Counselor

“Counseling for all ages, with a special interest in depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction and hiv.”

About Me

I offer Counseling for all ages, supporting individuals as they navigate life’s complexities. My practice particularly guides those experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and HIV-related concerns. We work together to explore your unique situation, helping you gain clarity and practical strategies. Sessions provide a compassionate space to foster resilience, supporting your journey towards a more settled future.

Approach

Across the lifespan I focus on mood, trauma, addiction and HIV‑related stress, guiding clients toward clearer choices and manageable routines. In my Pietermaritzburg practice we meet in English for steady, structured sessions that blend conversation, focused assessment and short between‑session tasks to track shifts. Therapy moves at a pace you set: sessions balance immediate coping skills with exploring patterns, using measures and coaching where helpful to clarify progress. People seeking practical, compassionate support through difficult transitions often find this way of working helpful.

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Basic Information

Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

In-person

Services

Services Offered:

Psychometric Testing
Standardised tests that measure cognitive abilities, personality traits, or emotional functioning, used to support diagnosis and inform treatment.
Coaching
A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.
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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Works With:

All ages

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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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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Divorce Counseling
Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.