Rumaine Naidoo Counselling Psychologist Westville
Description
Rumaine Naidoo | Counselling Psychologist in Westville
About Rumaine Naidoo
Rumaine Naidoo is a dedicated Counselling Psychologist based in Westville, offering comprehensive psychological therapy and assessment services for adults, adolescents, and families. With a strong focus on creating a trusting, confidential, and culturally-sensitive therapeutic environment, Rumaine aims to help clients unlock their full potential, overcome personal challenges, and achieve lasting well-being.
Rumaine’s approach is integrative and holistic, acknowledging the diverse needs of clients, particularly in the South African context. Relationships within families, communities, and society are central to his practice, and he works to empower clients to utilise their innate strengths to navigate life’s difficulties. Rumaine believes that every client deserves dignity, respect, and the opportunity to grow, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Services Offered
Individual Psychotherapy
Rumaine offers individual therapy for adolescents, students, and adults, working with clients to address a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns, including:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Panic attacks
- Stress and burnout
- Trauma and PTSD
- Personal development and growth
- Coping with illness or injury
Sessions are tailored to the needs of each client, utilising an integrative approach that includes cognitive behavioural techniques, person-centred therapy, and psychodynamic interventions.
Family Therapy
Family therapy can help resolve conflicts, improve communication, and strengthen relationships. Rumaine works with families to address:
- Family tensions and conflict
- Misunderstandings and trust issues
- Setting healthy boundaries
- Enhancing communication skills
By fostering a safe space for all family members, Rumaine facilitates the process of resolving conflicts and creating lasting positive change within the family unit.
Career Assessment and Guidance
Rumaine offers career assessments and guidance for individuals seeking to make informed decisions about their future. This includes:
- Career counselling
- School subject choice advice
- Skills and abilities assessments
- Career planning and development
These services are available both in-person and online, allowing clients to engage from the comfort of their home. Results are provided with detailed reports, followed by feedback sessions to ensure clarity and understanding.
Psychological Assessments
Rumaine provides a range of psychological assessments, including:
- IQ Testing/Intellectual Assessments
- Cognitive development assessments
- Reading, language, and numerical attainment assessments
- Psychological disability evaluations
These assessments are beneficial for identifying individual strengths and challenges and can help guide treatment or interventions.
Neuropsychology
Rumaine has expertise in neuropsychological assessments and rehabilitation, working with clients who have experienced:
- Brain trauma or injury
- Cerebrovascular accidents (CVA)
- ADHD
- Neurocognitive disorders (including dementia, Alzheimer’s, and motor neuron disease)
This service aims to support clients in understanding and managing cognitive changes and enhancing their quality of life.
Additional Information
Location
Rumaine’s practice is based in Westville, Durban, with easy access to surrounding areas like Umhlanga. Both in-person and online sessions are available, ensuring flexibility for clients across South Africa.
Confidentiality and Trust
All sessions are conducted with the highest level of confidentiality, ensuring that clients feel safe to express themselves openly. Rumaine prioritises the creation of a trusting relationship with each client, which is essential for effective therapy.
Appointments
Appointments can be scheduled in person at the Westville office or online, depending on the client’s preference. Rumaine offers flexible scheduling to accommodate the needs of individuals, couples, and families.
Insurance and Payment
Rumaine accepts various payment methods, and clients are encouraged to verify with their medical aid to determine coverage for psychological services. Full details of fees and payment options can be provided upon enquiry.
