Lerato Mofokeng

Lerato Mofokeng, a female Registered Counsellor with a BPsych from the University of Johannesburg, has 8 years of experience focusing on youth counselling and mental health awareness. Based in Soweto, she supports adolescents with anxiety and trauma, working in schools and community centres. Her practice emphasizes resilience-building and uses telehealth for remote counselling, reaching rural youth. Fluent in Sotho, Zulu, and English, she ensures cultural sensitivity.

A member of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), her TeleHealthSA role includes virtual support groups and mental health education. Mofokeng’s community outreach involves workshops on stress management for teens, addressing mental health stigma. Her research on youth mental health interventions is presented locally, enhancing access to care. Her empathetic approach combines in-person and telehealth services, empowering young people to navigate emotional challenges effectively.