Our Team

MRS. MBALI MTHEMBU MENSAH

DIRECTOR, CEO & CHIEF CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
  • Started Career in Psychology in 2006
  • Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Director of Turning Point Mental Health Services since 2014
  • Head of a Multidisciplinary Group Psychology Practice: Mrs Mbali Mthembu Mensah & Psychology Associates
  • Chief Clinical Psychologist with with more than 19 years experience providing Clinical Services to Individuals, Children, Adolescents, Couples, Families and Groups.
  • Chief Clinical Psychologist of Turning Point Mental Health Services since 2014
  • Consulting & Visitation Rights at Akeso (Richards Bay, Umhlanga & Pietermaritzburg)
  • Consulting & Visitation Rights at Itheku Wellness Hospital

MR. NKULULEKO HADEBE

PSYCHOLOGICAL PRACTITIONER
  • Started his Career in Psychology in 2014
  • Trauma Counselling
  • Treatment Relapse-Prevention Counselling Experience
  • Substance Abuse Counselling
  • With extensive experience across diverse clinical settings, he offers nuanced support for individuals navigating emotional distress, relationship issues, and life transitions. His integrative approach draws from evidence-based modalities to support mental wellness, interpersonal growth, and meaningful behavioural change.

MS. KIRSHIA PATHER

INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGIST
  • With a wealth of experience in workplace psychology, she specializes in enhancing organizational well-being, employee performance, workplace accommodation / assessment and leadership development. She consults across various industries, applying psychological principles to foster healthy, productive work environments. 

MS. NOZIPHO MGAGA

EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST
  • Started Career in Psychology in 2014
  • Drawing on a strong foundation in her past professional teaching, she brings unique insight into the educational and developmental needs of learners. Her work is rooted in both classroom experience and psychological expertise, offering well-rounded support for children and adolescents facing academic, emotional, or behavioural challenges.

MS. MBALI SIGWEBELA

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
  • A seasoned professional in functional rehabilitation and support, she brings years of experience helping individuals achieve independence in their daily lives. She works collaboratively across disciplines to deliver practical, client-centred therapy that empowers individuals to thrive at home, school, or work

MS. SIPHINDILE MHLONGO

PSYCHOLOGICAL PRACTITIONER
  • Started Career in Psychology in 2015
  • A compassionate and experienced trauma-focused professional, Siphindile has facilitated numerous group trauma debriefing sessions and worked closely on SAGF-related cases. With deep insight into collective and community trauma, she help individuals and groups process distressing experiences through structured, empathetic, and culturally sensitive interventions.

MS. THANDEKA KWEYAMA

CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
  • With a solid background in years of nursing, she offers a compassionate and holistic approach to psychological care. This dual expertise enhances her clinical insight, particularly in addressing the interplay between physical and mental health across a wide range of client needs.

MS. NOKWETHEMBA SIKHOSANA

EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST
  • Formerly a Registered Counsellor with wealth of experience,  blends therapeutic insight with educational expertise to support learners, parents, and educators. With a compassionate and evidence-based approach, she focuses on unlocking academic potential and emotional well-being in children and adolescents.

MR. FANA MAHLABA

PSYCHOLOGICAL PRACTITIONER
  • Specialising in couples counselling and relationship dynamics, he supports partners in strengthening communication, resolving conflict, and rebuilding emotional connection. With a deep understanding of relational patterns and emotional intimacy, he help couples navigate challenges with empathy, structure, and clarity — whether in premarital, marital, or separation context. He is well vexed with psychometric tools which makes him a valuable member of the team.

MS. BUHLE GUMBI

EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST
  • Started Career in Psychology in 2014
  • Bringing a strong background in education, she combines psychological expertise with a deep understanding of classroom dynamics and learning challenges. Her passion lies in helping children and adolescents unlock their potential through practical strategies that support both academic success and emotional development. Her hands-on experience as an educator informs a grounded, relatable approach to assessment and intervention.

MS. LESEDI NKOSI

PSYCHOLOGICAL PRACTITIONER
  • Bringing extensive experience in therapeutic practice, she offers supportive and client-centred care for individuals navigating emotional, behavioural, or mental health challenges. She is committed to delivering practical, evidence-based interventions that promote resilience and personal growth.

MS. ZAMA SIBISI

PSYCHOLOGICAL PRACTITIONER
  • Having spent several years in a specialised mental health hospital setting, she brings rich clinical experience in managing a wide range of psychiatric and psychological conditions. She is skilled in working within multidisciplinary teams to deliver structured, stabilising care, with a deep understanding of both acute and long-term mental health support needs.

MS. MPHO NDLOVU

EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST
  • With extensive experience working alongside legal professionals on Road Accident Fund (RAF) cases, she offers specialised psycho-educational assessments and expert reports tailored for medico-legal contexts. Her work bridges cognitive insight and legal precision, providing comprehensive evaluations that support fair outcomes for clients navigating complex personal injury claims.