Christian Psychologists and Therapists in Bloemfontein
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and older persons who may be facing addiction, personal/work stress, relationship and mood difficulties, marital problems, ADHD, grief and loss, trauma, learning challenges, chronic illness, neurological conditions, or major life transitions. Clients may feel overwhelmed, uncertain, or stuck. I help clarify their needs, understand contributing factors, and develop a collaborative plan that supports coping, functioning, adjustment, and meaningful progress.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and older persons who may be facing addiction, personal/work stress, relationship and mood difficulties, marital problems, ADHD, grief and loss, trauma, learning challenges, chronic illness, neurological conditions, or major life transitions. Clients may feel overwhelmed, uncertain, or stuck. I help clarify their needs, understand contributing factors, and develop a collaborative plan that supports coping, functioning, adjustment, and meaningful progress.
If you're lying awake wondering whether you and your partner can find your way back to each other, this might be for you. Many of the couples who reach out to me say some version of the same thing. "He does not speak to me." "She is very emotional." "We are stuck in the same fight." "I am tired." "I feel judged." "I am doing a lot." You might be the one who brings things up and gets met with silence. Or the one who feels everything so intensely that it scares their partner off. You argue about the same thing, in different words, over and over. You still love each other, but you're exhausted by each other, too.
If you're lying awake wondering whether you and your partner can find your way back to each other, this might be for you. Many of the couples who reach out to me say some version of the same thing. "He does not speak to me." "She is very emotional." "We are stuck in the same fight." "I am tired." "I feel judged." "I am doing a lot." You might be the one who brings things up and gets met with silence. Or the one who feels everything so intensely that it scares their partner off. You argue about the same thing, in different words, over and over. You still love each other, but you're exhausted by each other, too.
I work with adults living with the lasting effects of childhood trauma, chronic stress, and emotional overwhelm — including those who feel stuck in survival mode, disconnected from themselves, or repeating patterns in relationships and self-worth. Many feel they have lost their identity or never fully developed a sense of who they are.
I also work with women who feel lost — through motherhood, divorce, or simply years of putting everyone else first. My clients want more than insight. They want emotional stability, practical tools, healthier coping, and a grounded sense of direction and purpose — working with both the mind and body.
I work with adults living with the lasting effects of childhood trauma, chronic stress, and emotional overwhelm — including those who feel stuck in survival mode, disconnected from themselves, or repeating patterns in relationships and self-worth. Many feel they have lost their identity or never fully developed a sense of who they are.
I also work with women who feel lost — through motherhood, divorce, or simply years of putting everyone else first. My clients want more than insight. They want emotional stability, practical tools, healthier coping, and a grounded sense of direction and purpose — working with both the mind and body.
I support adolescents and young adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to navigate life’s challenges. Many come with stress, relationship difficulties, life transitions, negative thinking patterns, or a desire for personal growth. Through a faith-based, supportive approach, I offer a safe space to explore what you’re going through, process emotions, and develop practical ways to cope. Together, I help you move from a life of merely surviving, to one of thriving and abundance.
I support adolescents and young adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to navigate life’s challenges. Many come with stress, relationship difficulties, life transitions, negative thinking patterns, or a desire for personal growth. Through a faith-based, supportive approach, I offer a safe space to explore what you’re going through, process emotions, and develop practical ways to cope. Together, I help you move from a life of merely surviving, to one of thriving and abundance.
I specialize in trauma-informed Biblical counselling, integrating compassionate therapeutic care with faith-based strategies.
My ideal client feels overwhelmed by persistent stress, anxiety, or past trauma, struggling to find clarity and peace. They deeply desire emotional healing, meaningful connections, and practical guidance to rebuild their lives. They seek hope, genuine understanding, and personalized support because traditional approaches haven't fully addressed their inner pain.
I specialize in trauma-informed Biblical counselling, integrating compassionate therapeutic care with faith-based strategies.
My ideal client feels overwhelmed by persistent stress, anxiety, or past trauma, struggling to find clarity and peace. They deeply desire emotional healing, meaningful connections, and practical guidance to rebuild their lives. They seek hope, genuine understanding, and personalized support because traditional approaches haven't fully addressed their inner pain.
Although I am a devoted Christian, my starting point is unconditional positive regard.
Are you ready to find more peace, happiness, and genuine connection in your life? We all face seasons where conflict, anxiety, grief or sadness leave us feeling stuck or disconnected. You don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to help you find clarity, calm, and healing through compassionate online counselling. In our sessions, you’ll have a safe space where your feelings are heard and valued. Together, we’ll explore patterns, strengthen relationships, and find practical tools to navigate your emotional challenges. My goal is to walk alongside you, empowering you to create meaningful change and rediscover balance and joy in your life
Although I am a devoted Christian, my starting point is unconditional positive regard.
Are you ready to find more peace, happiness, and genuine connection in your life? We all face seasons where conflict, anxiety, grief or sadness leave us feeling stuck or disconnected. You don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to help you find clarity, calm, and healing through compassionate online counselling. In our sessions, you’ll have a safe space where your feelings are heard and valued. Together, we’ll explore patterns, strengthen relationships, and find practical tools to navigate your emotional challenges. My goal is to walk alongside you, empowering you to create meaningful change and rediscover balance and joy in your life
Boitumelo Patricia
General Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My approach is Person-centred, based on Christian values, and informed by CBT and Narrative Therapy with an emphasis on self-awareness and Resilience
During our work together, you will learn to navigate the transitions and adjustments that shape your personal, relationships and professional life. In this, I consider the whole person and the different areas of life that influence wellbeing, helping you develop greater self-awareness, resilience, confidence and practical ways of navigating change.
My approach is Person-centred, based on Christian values, and informed by CBT and Narrative Therapy with an emphasis on self-awareness and Resilience
During our work together, you will learn to navigate the transitions and adjustments that shape your personal, relationships and professional life. In this, I consider the whole person and the different areas of life that influence wellbeing, helping you develop greater self-awareness, resilience, confidence and practical ways of navigating change.
Dawie Fivaz is a Counselling Psychologist working from BloemWell in Bloemfontein. Dawie obtained his master’s degree in Counselling Psychology at the University of Free State and makes use of an integrated approach when working with clients. He works with clients from child hood to old age, all cultures, and backgrounds. However, he has a special interest in working with individuals that is in their midlife and the unique challenges faced during this life stage.
Dawie Fivaz is a Counselling Psychologist working from BloemWell in Bloemfontein. Dawie obtained his master’s degree in Counselling Psychology at the University of Free State and makes use of an integrated approach when working with clients. He works with clients from child hood to old age, all cultures, and backgrounds. However, he has a special interest in working with individuals that is in their midlife and the unique challenges faced during this life stage.
I opened my Wellness Counselling Practice in January 2024 to provide support to the wider community, from a Christian perspective.
Life is a gift to be enjoyed! However, day-to-day responsibilities, emotional pain and uncertainty, can overwhelm us and limit our ability to be our true best selves. At Flourish, you will find a safe space where you will be seen, heard and validated. We will work together to help you deal with challenges; to attain resilience on your personal journey to wellness; and to live a balanced life. I help you identify your values and strengths, which serve as building blocks for creating meaning as you see it. Ek is Afrikaanssprekend en bedien jou graag in die taal van jou keuse - Afrikaans of Engels.
I opened my Wellness Counselling Practice in January 2024 to provide support to the wider community, from a Christian perspective.
Life is a gift to be enjoyed! However, day-to-day responsibilities, emotional pain and uncertainty, can overwhelm us and limit our ability to be our true best selves. At Flourish, you will find a safe space where you will be seen, heard and validated. We will work together to help you deal with challenges; to attain resilience on your personal journey to wellness; and to live a balanced life. I help you identify your values and strengths, which serve as building blocks for creating meaning as you see it. Ek is Afrikaanssprekend en bedien jou graag in die taal van jou keuse - Afrikaans of Engels.
People today are carrying heavy emotional, mental, and social burdens while trying to juggle work, family, and personal aspirations. My ideal clients are individuals, families, and organisations who know something needs to change but feel unsure where to begin. Those seeking to improve their mental well-being, strengthen relationships, and find practical solutions to life’s challenges. Here if you have workplace stress/burnout, struggling with a new medical diagnosis, navigating personal loss, adapting to new environments, or looking for a safe, understanding, and results-driven space to move forward with clarity and confidence.
People today are carrying heavy emotional, mental, and social burdens while trying to juggle work, family, and personal aspirations. My ideal clients are individuals, families, and organisations who know something needs to change but feel unsure where to begin. Those seeking to improve their mental well-being, strengthen relationships, and find practical solutions to life’s challenges. Here if you have workplace stress/burnout, struggling with a new medical diagnosis, navigating personal loss, adapting to new environments, or looking for a safe, understanding, and results-driven space to move forward with clarity and confidence.
My ideal client is a woman who carries a quiet heaviness, feeling overwhelmed, unseen or unsure of where to turn. She may be going through significant life shifts, struggling to maintain boundaries, or feeling disconnected from the person she used to be. She longs for a space where she can exhale, be heard without judgment and gently find her way back to herself. Her goal is to feel grounded, safe and empowered to create a life that reflects her truth.
My ideal client is a woman who carries a quiet heaviness, feeling overwhelmed, unseen or unsure of where to turn. She may be going through significant life shifts, struggling to maintain boundaries, or feeling disconnected from the person she used to be. She longs for a space where she can exhale, be heard without judgment and gently find her way back to herself. Her goal is to feel grounded, safe and empowered to create a life that reflects her truth.
Lizette Muller Psychology Practice (Pty) Ltd
Psychologist, MSc, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Bloemfontein 9301
Asking for help might be the bravest thing you ever do! Life is a journey that might be hard and even overwhelming sometimes. You may feel stuck and lose all hope. I can provide a safe space where I will listen with empathy and compassion to your life story and help you to make sense of your journey and to heal and grow. Discovering the strengths that lie within yourself can be a rewarding process that will equip you to deal more effectively with life's challenges.
Asking for help might be the bravest thing you ever do! Life is a journey that might be hard and even overwhelming sometimes. You may feel stuck and lose all hope. I can provide a safe space where I will listen with empathy and compassion to your life story and help you to make sense of your journey and to heal and grow. Discovering the strengths that lie within yourself can be a rewarding process that will equip you to deal more effectively with life's challenges.
Your ideal client is someone who feels they have lost control in some aspect of their life, whether it be emotional control or control over their environment. Recognising that a lack of control can lead to unhappiness, you aim to help these individuals regain a sense of control. Through our work together, we focus on identifying the areas where they feel powerless and develop strategies to restore their sense of agency, ultimately improving their overall well-being.
Your ideal client is someone who feels they have lost control in some aspect of their life, whether it be emotional control or control over their environment. Recognising that a lack of control can lead to unhappiness, you aim to help these individuals regain a sense of control. Through our work together, we focus on identifying the areas where they feel powerless and develop strategies to restore their sense of agency, ultimately improving their overall well-being.
My clients usually find themselves at life transitions or emotional crossroads. They face problems like low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, bipolar mood disorder, eating disorders, early childhood trauma, difficult life choices, early or mid-career stress, burn out, relationship difficulties and conflict, divorce, traumatic life events and grief.
My clients usually find themselves at life transitions or emotional crossroads. They face problems like low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, bipolar mood disorder, eating disorders, early childhood trauma, difficult life choices, early or mid-career stress, burn out, relationship difficulties and conflict, divorce, traumatic life events and grief.
Therapy could be the breakthrough that you have been looking for. Life is a journey that has all sorts of waves and when they hit us, they leave us with either minor or deep cuts that we can not talk about with anyone, because of fear of being judged and because of minimal confidentiality. As a qualified Social worker with 6 years experience it is my duty to ensure that I create the environment that maintains high confidentiality and is safe enough for you to freely explore, talk and understand your experiences.
Therapy could be the breakthrough that you have been looking for. Life is a journey that has all sorts of waves and when they hit us, they leave us with either minor or deep cuts that we can not talk about with anyone, because of fear of being judged and because of minimal confidentiality. As a qualified Social worker with 6 years experience it is my duty to ensure that I create the environment that maintains high confidentiality and is safe enough for you to freely explore, talk and understand your experiences.
Past Hurts Men and Women, Young Men in need of healing.
Past Hurts Men and Women, Young Men in need of healing.
I have a natural passion for working with people of all ages. I firmly believe that each person's mental health should be a priority and that each person has the capacity to grow. My hope is that every individual will value themselves enough to choose the chance to change and fight for what is important to them.
I have a natural passion for working with people of all ages. I firmly believe that each person's mental health should be a priority and that each person has the capacity to grow. My hope is that every individual will value themselves enough to choose the chance to change and fight for what is important to them.
I believe that resilience exists within each of us. Sometimes life can make it difficult to see our own strength, and that's where therapy can help.
I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you can safely explore life's challenges. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, stress, grief, burnout, relationship difficulties, or life transitions, we'll work together to reconnect with your strengths, develop practical coping strategies, and build resilience.
My hope is that you leave each session feeling heard, supported, and empowered to move forward with confidence.
I believe that resilience exists within each of us. Sometimes life can make it difficult to see our own strength, and that's where therapy can help.
I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you can safely explore life's challenges. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, stress, grief, burnout, relationship difficulties, or life transitions, we'll work together to reconnect with your strengths, develop practical coping strategies, and build resilience.
My hope is that you leave each session feeling heard, supported, and empowered to move forward with confidence.
Tebogo Malatjie Psychological Services
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
4 Endorsed
Bloemfontein 9301
I am a HPCSA registered Counselling Psychologist. I am passionate about people and communities, and I consider it a privilege to walk a journey of understanding, growth, healing, and empowerment with my clients no matter their current stressors and challenges. My view on therapy is that clients are wholistic beings, and as such, real change can only take place if their social, psychological, physical, spiritual, and behavioural needs are acknowledged and supported throughout the client's therapeutic journey. I work with both individual adults and couples.
I am a HPCSA registered Counselling Psychologist. I am passionate about people and communities, and I consider it a privilege to walk a journey of understanding, growth, healing, and empowerment with my clients no matter their current stressors and challenges. My view on therapy is that clients are wholistic beings, and as such, real change can only take place if their social, psychological, physical, spiritual, and behavioural needs are acknowledged and supported throughout the client's therapeutic journey. I work with both individual adults and couples.
My approach to therapy is driven by my need to ensure that you feel seen, heard and understood. Once my client feels safe, I work collaboratively with them to find ways to cope and address issues that affect and cause them pain. I provide a safe, containing and non-judgmental space in therapy.
My approach to therapy is driven by my need to ensure that you feel seen, heard and understood. Once my client feels safe, I work collaboratively with them to find ways to cope and address issues that affect and cause them pain. I provide a safe, containing and non-judgmental space in therapy.
FAQ - About Christian Counselling
What can a Christian therapist help with?
Many Christian counsellors incorporate faith-based principles into psychotherapy and draw guidance from biblical writings. This approach may be particularly helpful if you are experiencing concerns related to faith, prolonged grief, substance use, or questions about life’s purpose. Christian therapists may also offer marital, premarital, or family counselling. These can be helpful options if your concerns are more relational in nature, such as communication challenges in a marriage, conflict within a family, or adjustment following a major family transition, such as divorce or a move.
How does Christian faith shape the therapy experience?
Christian faith can shape the therapy experience by giving you a familiar framework for discussing meaning, purpose, forgiveness, relationships, and hope in sessions. For clients who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may draw on Christian values, prayer, or spiritual reflection alongside other therapeutic approaches. In addition, while training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has shown that a strong alliance between you and your therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic success. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who not only is responsive to questions and concerns, but also shares a client’s faith and values. Nevertheless, an ethical Christian therapist should be clear about how they incorporate faith and should respect the level of spiritual discussion that feels right for you.
Does Christian therapy work across different denominations?
Christian therapy can be helpful for people from various different Christian traditions, including Catholic, Protestant, Evangelical, Baptist, Methodist, Presbyterian, Pentecostal, and Anglican backgrounds. Many Christian therapists are able to support clients across denominations by focusing on shared Christian values, such as faith, prayer, forgiveness, and hope. That said, denomination can matter for some clients. A person’s identified denomination may shape how they understand relationships and life roles. If these differences are important to you, it may be helpful to ask a therapist whether they have experience working with clients from your specific denomination or faith tradition.
Can a Christian therapist help with marriage and couples counselling?
Christian faith-based therapy can take many different forms, including marriage counselling and couples counselling. Some therapists may also offer Christian pre-marital counselling. In these settings, Christian therapists may work with couples on concerns such as communication, conflict, trust, intimacy, parenting, and major life transitions. A Christian therapist may also help couples explore how shared Christian beliefs shape the relationship. They may encourage you and your partner to practise skills learned in therapy in your everyday lives, including both faith-based practises and non-faith-based tools, such as prayer or communication skills.
Can a Christian therapist help with sensitive issues like sex, trauma, or addiction?
Therapists with adequate training should be equipped to help with a number of sensitive issues, including sex, trauma, and addiction. For clients who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may help explore how your spiritual beliefs relate to your challenges, healing, and recovery. A competent and ethical Christian therapist should not judge, shame, or impose a particular belief when discussing these topics, and if you feel judged, it may be time to seek another therapist.
How can a Christian therapist support family therapy?
Christian family therapy can help families address conflict, communication challenges, parenting concerns, grief, or adjustment following a major life transition. A Christian therapist may support family members in understanding one another’s perspectives, improving communication, setting healthier boundaries, and rebuilding trust. For families who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may also help explore how family values related to Christianity can support healing.
How might I enquire about a therapist's experience working with Christian clients?
If religion is important to you in therapy, it can be helpful to ask a prospective therapist whether they have experience working with Christian clients. In initial conversations with potential therapists, you might ask how they incorporate Christian values into therapy or how they approach certain topics that matter to you. As sessions begin, it can be helpful to notice how the therapist responds to your concerns. A strong therapeutic alliance does not necessarily require a therapist to share your religious background, but they should respond to your concerns with respect and cultural humility. If you feel dismissed, misunderstood, or find yourself having to explain your beliefs constantly, it may be worth considering another therapist.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Christian therapists?
The directory of Christian therapists includes professionals who have shared their background in their profiles and have identified as Christian. It shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason.