FAMSA PE Family service center Gqeberha

FAMSA Port Elizabeth – Family Service Centre Gqeberha

About FAMSA Port Elizabeth

FAMSA Port Elizabeth is a non-profit organisation committed to providing a comprehensive range of support services for individuals, couples, and families. We aim to empower our community through professional counselling, targeted programmes, and community-based initiatives. Our mission is to address personal and relational challenges, fostering resilience and promoting well-being for all.

Founded to provide professional guidance and support, FAMSA has become a trusted resource in Gqeberha, offering a safe and caring environment for individuals and families experiencing difficult situations. We pride ourselves on tailoring our services to meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring that they receive the assistance they require to navigate their challenges.

Our Services

FAMSA Port Elizabeth offers a variety of services aimed at improving the lives of individuals and families. These services span multiple areas, including counselling, educational programmes, and victim empowerment.

Domestic Violence Prevention and Gender-Based Violence Programmes

FAMSA actively engages in the fight against domestic and gender-based violence. Through awareness campaigns and educational sessions, we work in communities, churches, and schools to help prevent these issues. Our victim empowerment services include:

• Support for Victim Empowerment Centres

• Management of Trauma Support Teams

• WOW Groups in communities

• Black male groups addressing historical roles of men and women

Parenting Programmes

Our parenting programmes are designed to support parents at different stages of their journey. We offer tailored sessions for:

• First-time parents

• Single parents, focusing on social and emotional needs, as well as coping skills

• Blended families

We also provide couple and group sessions covering topics such as bonding, communication, discipline, and the importance of both parents in a child’s development.

Marriage Preparation and Enrichment

Our Marriage Preparation/Enrichment Course is a 10-hour course designed for couples or groups. Topics covered include:

• Motives for marriage

• Communication and conflict management

• Family of origin and parenting

• Financial management

• In-laws, sex, values, and spirituality

Divorce Recovery Programmes

We offer comprehensive support for individuals navigating divorce, with services including:

• Mediation for separated and divorced parents to help resolve disputes and create parenting plans

• Positive Parenting Post-Divorce to support co-parenting

• Kids in Divorce, a therapeutic group work programme focusing on children’s grief and self-esteem during parental separation

Youth Mentorship Programme

FAMSA’s Youth Mentorship Programme focuses on life skills, self-esteem, bullying prevention, teenage pregnancies, and more. We run:

• Holistic Schools’ Programmes for pupils, teachers, and parents

• Ad-hoc Schools’ Programmes on leadership, educational talks, debates, and awareness campaigns

• Mxit Reach Live, an online service offering emotional support and referrals for youth and adults who cannot visit FAMSA offices

Counselling Services

We provide individual, couples, and family counselling for a range of issues, including:

• Relationship problems

• Marital issues

• Anger management

• Communication challenges

• Low self-esteem

• Grief and trauma management

• Stress management

Our therapeutic model, Time Limited Brief Therapy, offers a maximum of six sessions per goal, ensuring that clients receive focused and effective support.

Intake and Assessment

FAMSA offers intake and assessment services from Mondays to Thursdays, 08h00 to 11h30. During this process, we assess the needs of each client and recommend the most appropriate programme or referrals as necessary.

Additional Information

FAMSA Port Elizabeth is committed to providing affordable, accessible services that help individuals and families thrive. We recognise the importance of community support and work tirelessly to offer services that empower clients to overcome their challenges. Whether you are dealing with personal issues, family struggles, or seeking support in a crisis, FAMSA is here to help you on your journey towards healing and resilience.

With an emphasis on prevention, education, and empowerment, FAMSA Port Elizabeth aims to be a beacon of hope and support for the community of Gqeberha.