Grounded Counsellor

Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor

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Grounded Counsellor

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Available both in-person and online

32 Nuwe Hoop Street Maroelana 0161

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Life can feel overwhelming when the weight of work, relationships, and everyday demands pile up and sometimes it’s hard to know where to start. I’m Chuma Ndovela, a registered counsellor based in Pretoria, and I created Grounded as a space where you can slow down, make sense of what you’re carrying, and find your footing. I work with working professionals navigating stress and anxiety, individuals seeking deeper self-awareness and personal growth, couples working through relational challenges, and organisations looking for meaningful wellness support. Whatever brings you here, my aim is for you to feel genuinely heard.

My approach is holistic and tailored to you as an individual. That means I don’t apply a one-size-fits-all model. Instead, I draw on a range of frameworks including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), family systems theory, and sociological analysis to understand how your environment, past experiences, and relationships have shaped who you are and how you.

If any of this resonates with you, know that reaching out is often the hardest step, and you don’t have to have it all figured out before you do. Whether you’re carrying something heavy or simply feeling stuck, you deserve a space that is safe, non-judgmental, and entirely yours. I’d be glad to walk alongside you as you find your way through.

Call or Email Grounded Counsellor now for a free 15 minute consultation - 087 813 4099 x29

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Grounded.

32 Nuwe Hoop Street

Maroelana 0161 map

087 813 4099 x29

Website

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Self Esteem and Stress

R600 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Let's Connect 087 813 4099 x29

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Grounded.

32 Nuwe Hoop Street

Maroelana 0161 map

087 813 4099 x29

Website

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Self Esteem and Stress

R600 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions R600
Couple Sessions R1000

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Electronic Funds Transfer, Mastercard

Insurance

Bonitas
Discovery Health
Fedhealth
GEMS
Momentum

I accept medical aid. Payment is required 24 hours prior to the scheduled session via EFT or electronic transfer. Detailed invoices can be provided for medical aid claims where applicable. Please confirm your available benefits with your medical aid prior to commencing therapy.

Grounded Counsellor

Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - 087 813 4099 x29

Grounded Counsellor

Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - 087 813 4099 x29

Qualifications

Registered Counsellor: Chuma Ndovela

Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Health Professions Council of South Africa Chuma Ndovela

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 4 years

BPsych , Nelson Mandela University, Bachelor of Psychology , Graduated 2022

Additional Credentials

Degree/Diploma from Nelson Mandela University in Faculty of Health Science (BPsych ) Bachelor of Psychology / 2022

I trained at Nelson Mandela University and have gained experience working with individuals, couples, and groups across a range of mental health concerns. My practice is evidence-based, ethically grounded, and collaborative.

Grounded Counsellor

Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - 087 813 4099 x29

Grounded Counsellor

Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - 087 813 4099 x29

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Stress

Expertise

Anger Management
Anxiety
Body Image
Career Guidance
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Domestic Abuse
Domestic Violence
Drug Abuse
Family Conflict
Grief
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
School Issues
Substance Use
Women's Issues

I support individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, emotional overwhelm, and life transitions. A typical treatment plan involves assessment, collaborative goal-setting, and evidence-based interventions tailored to your needs. Counselling aims to improve emotional regulation, communication skills, self-awareness, and overall psychological wellbeing.

Grounded Counsellor

Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - 087 813 4099 x29

Grounded Counsellor

Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - 087 813 4099 x29

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Single Parent

I also speak

Tswana ,

Xhosa ,

Zulu

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Single Parent

I also speak

Tswana ,

Xhosa ,

Zulu

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
Family / Marital
Family Systems
Feminist
Gestalt
Interpersonal
Intervention
Narrative
Person-Centred
Psychobiological Approach Couple Therapy
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Structural Family Therapy
Trauma Focused

My approach integrates person-centred therapy with evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Sessions are collaborative and goal-oriented, while providing a safe and non-judgmental space to explore emotions and patterns. Together, we work to develop practical coping strategies, strengthen insight, and support meaningful change.

Grounded Counsellor

Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - 087 813 4099 x29

Grounded Counsellor

Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - 087 813 4099 x29