Sabelo's Profile

Sabelo Khumalo, a seasoned Health and Wellness consultant and, Psychologist brings over a decade of diverse expertise to the field. With a background in serving as a Wellness Focal person at the Ministry of Health's Mankayane Government Hospital and as an Employee Wellness Officer at Sincephetelo Motor Vehicle Accident Fund (SMVA Fund) in Mbabane, Sabelo is at the forefront of fostering well-being.

Currently operating a private psychology practice in Mbabane and Nhlangano. Sabelo specializes in individual psychotherapy for adolescents and adults, family and couples therapy, divorce counseling, post-divorce counselling, and comprehensive employee wellness programs. His commitment to health and wellness extends to providing training sessions on these crucial topics.

Sabelo is a PhD(Psychology) candidate at the University of Johannesburg, holding a Masters in Health Sciences (Psychology) from the North-West University, South Africa. His academic journey includes a B.A. Hons in Psychology; B.A. Health Sciences and Social Services with a focus on Psychological Counselling from the University of South Africa; a Diploma in General Nursing from the University of Eswatini, and Post Graduate Diploma in Anesthesia from Kilimanjaro Christian Medical College, Tanzania.

Having played pivotal roles at SMVA Fund, Sabelo has been instrumental in pioneering wellness programs, contributing to the Business Continuity Task Team, serving as a COVID19 Focal Person, and acting as a Change Management Champion during the implementation of new business models. His proficiency in project management is evident through his involvement in key initiatives like the Case Management strategy, Undertakings project, and Risk management project.

Sabelo's extensive experience as both a psychologist and healthcare practitioner spans diverse demographics in terms of age, culture, profession, and religion. As a certified Trainer of Trainers (TOT) in Systemic Counselling - Zimbabwe, and a TOT in Psychosocial Care and Support- Ministry of Health, Eswatini, his expertise lies in counselling, capacity building, and team development, seamlessly integrating a professional approach to therapy and spirituality.

In collaboration with the Public Service HIV AIDS Co-ordinating Committee ( PSHACC), Sabelo has contributed to developing training tools and research for various ministries in the Eswatini Government. His clientele includes NGOs, Faith-Based organizations, executives, educators, and learners from entities such as the Ministry of Education, Swaziland Broadcasting and Information Services, Ministry of Information, Communication and Technology, Swaziland Economic Policy Analysis and Research Centre (SEPARC), Mall Med Family Clinic, FSRA, and Sisekelo High School.

Beyond his professional scope, Sabelo has actively mentored and coached youth in schools, colleges, universities, and communities across the country. As a certified case manager and subscribing member of the Case Managers Association of South Africa (CMASA), he remains dedicated to maintaining high professional standards. Sabelo is also a registered member of the Eswatini Medical and Dental Council (EMDC), and has served as an executive member of the Eswatini Psychology Association (EPA) and the Ethics and Evaluation Committee at EPA.