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Gideon Hanekom
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Gideon Hanekom

General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor

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Available both in-person and online
Ceres 6835
Many people come to counselling because they feel stuck in the same painful patterns of recurring conflict, emotional distance, shutdown, anxiety, resentment, or feeling unseen. I help individuals, couples, men, and groups understand what is possibly happening beneath the surface and take practical steps toward repair and healthier connection. Die doel is om mense te ondersteun om ’n wyer perspektief rondom onderliggende patrone te ontwikkel en saam ander strategieë te ontwikkel wat hopelik beter uitkomste tot gevolg kan hê. Ek's 'n voorstander van die idee dat nuwe perspektief kan lei tot ander emosies, gedrag en dus ervaring.
My wellness counselling is confidential, warm, practical, and collaborative, drawing on psychology, systems thinking, CBT, solution-focused work, human needs psychology, and experience across South Africa and New Zealand. If we cannot meet online and you're in the region, I'll come to you. As a husband and dad, I understand the demands of time.
I also know that reaching out can feel difficult, especially when you have carried things alone for a long time. But you're welcome to contact me when you are ready. We can talk through what is happening, what you need, and whether counselling with me feels like the right fit for you. Voel vry om my ook in Afrikaans te kontak, dan vat ons dit vandaar af.
Call or Gideon Hanekom now for a free 15 minute consultation - 087 723 9385 x23

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ceres 6835

087 723 9385 x23
My website
I offer counselling in person in the Witzenberg area (Ceres) and online throughout South Africa. Weekday appointments by arrangement.
I specialize in Couples counselling, Family Conflict and Men's Issues 
R500 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect 087 723 9385 x23
Photo of Gideon Hanekom, General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ceres 6835

087 723 9385 x23
My website
I offer counselling in person in the Witzenberg area (Ceres) and online throughout South Africa. Weekday appointments by arrangement.
I specialize in Couples counselling, Family Conflict and Men's Issues 
R500 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions R500
  • Couple Sessions R800

Payment Methods

Cash, Electronic Funds Transfer
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Sessions are paid privately and I do not process medical aid or insurance claims. Where possible, I keep one reduced fee space open each month for clients needing lower cost support, subject to availability.
Photo of Gideon Hanekom, General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Gideon Hanekom
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 087 723 9385 x23
"
Sessions are paid privately and I do not process medical aid or insurance claims. Where possible, I keep one reduced fee space open each month for clients needing lower cost support, subject to availability.
Photo of Gideon Hanekom, General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Gideon Hanekom
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 087 723 9385 x23

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Association for Supportive Counsellors and Holistic Practitioners Gideon Hanekom
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 23 years
  • Massey University, NZIPC, Stellenbosch University, PGDip Arts, Psychology, with Distinction, Graduated 2023
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Stellenbosch University in Theology (MDiv) Master of Divinity / 2002
  • Diploma from New Zealand Institute of Professional Counselling Counselling / 2013
Photo of Gideon Hanekom, General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Gideon Hanekom
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or 087 723 9385 x23
Photo of Gideon Hanekom, General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Gideon Hanekom
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or 087 723 9385 x23

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Couples counselling
  • Family Conflict
  • Men's Issues

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Career Guidance
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Religious issues & trauma
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Sports Performance
  • Stress
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I help with relationship difficulties, family conflict, men's wellbeing, stress, burnout, life transitions, and communication breakdown. We begin by understanding the patterns, needs, and pressures behind the problem. Counselling may include honest conversation, practical tools, goal setting, and new ways to respond. Clients can expect more clarity, better communication, and steadier next steps.
Photo of Gideon Hanekom, General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Gideon Hanekom
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 087 723 9385 x23
"
I help with relationship difficulties, family conflict, men's wellbeing, stress, burnout, life transitions, and communication breakdown. We begin by understanding the patterns, needs, and pressures behind the problem. Counselling may include honest conversation, practical tools, goal setting, and new ways to respond. Clients can expect more clarity, better communication, and steadier next steps.
Photo of Gideon Hanekom, General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Gideon Hanekom
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 087 723 9385 x23

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

I also speak

Afrikaans

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

I also speak

Afrikaans

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Couples counselling
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Eclectic
  • Faith-based Psychotherapy
  • Family Systems
  • Neuro-Linguistic (NLP)
  • Person-Centred
  • Positive Psychology
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
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I use an integrative counselling approach, with CBT, solution focused work, and person centred principles as my foundation. Depending on the concern, I may also draw on family systems thinking, human needs psychology, coaching tools such as GROW, and selected NLP communication principles. Sessions are collaborative, practical, and focused on insight, choices, and workable next steps.
Photo of Gideon Hanekom, General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Gideon Hanekom
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 087 723 9385 x23
"
I use an integrative counselling approach, with CBT, solution focused work, and person centred principles as my foundation. Depending on the concern, I may also draw on family systems thinking, human needs psychology, coaching tools such as GROW, and selected NLP communication principles. Sessions are collaborative, practical, and focused on insight, choices, and workable next steps.
Photo of Gideon Hanekom, General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Gideon Hanekom
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 087 723 9385 x23

Location

Primary Location

Ceres 6835

087 723 9385 x23

Nearby Areas

Cities/Towns

Districts

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I offer counselling in person in the Witzenberg area (Ceres) and online throughout South Africa. Weekday appointments by arrangement.
Photo of Gideon Hanekom, General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Gideon Hanekom
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Call for a free consultation now - 087 723 9385 x23
"
I offer counselling in person in the Witzenberg area (Ceres) and online throughout South Africa. Weekday appointments by arrangement.
Photo of Gideon Hanekom, General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Gideon Hanekom
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Call for a free consultation now - 087 723 9385 x23