utilising intertwined meaning-making and evidence-based approaches: namely Logotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
borrowing projective techniques for wholeness from Gestalt Therapy and creative outlets of expression through Narrative Therapy
special interest in resilience training specialist and support during post-traumatic growth or chronic pain management/education
passionate about lifelong learning, learning support, mindfulness training and deep reflection
conducting psychoeducational assessments (scholastic, career and concessions)
providing career construction interviews
engaging in psychotherapeutic consultations and interventions
supporting children through play therapy as well as through parent guidance consultations
facilitating family counselling sessions through the McMaster and attachment-based approach
offering psychoeducation for individuals, families, couples and/or groups
facilitating academic and life skills workshops
guiding individuals in life design sessions
working with clients across the gender spectrum
collaborating with other specialists
involvement at mental health clinics
author and professional storyteller
advocate for social inclusion
relationship and connection philosopher
making use of a transdisciplinary team for further referrals
having gained experience in working with children, adolescents, young adults, couples/families, adults, groups and in leadership
providing my services in English and/or Afrikaans medium
offering in person consultations or telepsychology sessions via Microsoft Teams
registered with, and following the ethical guidelines of, the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)
POPI and PAIA compliance in protection of clients' personal information
associate of Therapy in Action, Stellenbosch and Somerset West, South Africa, since March 2022
Qualifications:
Registered Educational Psychologist and Registered Counsellor with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in independent/private practice since 2017,
Practiced at the Centre for Student Counselling and Development (CSCD) at Stellenbosch University (SU) and as an associate of Therapy in Action (Stellenbosch and Somerset West),
Completed a twelve month internship at the Centre for Student Counselling and Development (CSCD) at Stellenbosch University (SU),
Experience of working in clinics, schools, universities and in leadership as well as in private practice,
MEd in Educational Psychology (Pretoria University, UP),
Mini-dissertation: "Grades 1 to 3 learners’ perception of their psychosocial well-being in two at-risk school-communities" (UP): https://repository.up.ac.za/handle/2263/69987
BEd Honours in Educational Psychology (SU),
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (SU), and
BA Humanities (SU)
And lastly, I firmly believe that my life experiences grant me the opportunity to connect and grow with clients in a deeply authentic way. Thank you in advance for your and your loved ones' willingness to embark on this journey of discovering your intuitive knowledge and engaging your inner freedom in a more abundant way.