Christian Psychologists and Therapists in Brackenhurst
Are you struggling in your relationship? Work stress getting to you? Thinking of a career change but not sure where to start? I am here to help you. I enjoy working with couples, individuals and teens. It is my passion to assist individuals develop themselves by equipping them with skills that they can easily apply to their daily lives in order to tackle work-life issues that can cause distress in their daily lives. I am versatile in that I can offer therapy in English, seSotho, SeTswana and isiZulu.
Are you struggling in your relationship? Work stress getting to you? Thinking of a career change but not sure where to start? I am here to help you. I enjoy working with couples, individuals and teens. It is my passion to assist individuals develop themselves by equipping them with skills that they can easily apply to their daily lives in order to tackle work-life issues that can cause distress in their daily lives. I am versatile in that I can offer therapy in English, seSotho, SeTswana and isiZulu.
This journey called life is unpredictable not easy. It can throw difficult challenges' that may cause you to want to throw in the towel, doubt yourself and you stop and wonder why? These challenges may be overwhelming, pressures of work- experience difficulty with work-life balance/ not coping with your studies (your children not coping at school). Difficulty dealing with loss; and loss is not only referring to loss of loved ones through death/ miscarriages'; losing a partner through divorce, losing a job, house car etc. Dealing with deepest pain due to newly diagnosed medical chronic condition that is incurable
This journey called life is unpredictable not easy. It can throw difficult challenges' that may cause you to want to throw in the towel, doubt yourself and you stop and wonder why? These challenges may be overwhelming, pressures of work- experience difficulty with work-life balance/ not coping with your studies (your children not coping at school). Difficulty dealing with loss; and loss is not only referring to loss of loved ones through death/ miscarriages'; losing a partner through divorce, losing a job, house car etc. Dealing with deepest pain due to newly diagnosed medical chronic condition that is incurable
As a dedicated and compassionate registered counsellor, I am committed to supporting individuals through their personal challenges and emotional journeys. With years of experience in counselling, I specialise in trauma counselling, bereavement counselling, stress management, work/life balance, individual counselling, couples therapy and family dynamics. My approach is solution-focused and empathetic, ensuring a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their feelings and discover solutions.
As a dedicated and compassionate registered counsellor, I am committed to supporting individuals through their personal challenges and emotional journeys. With years of experience in counselling, I specialise in trauma counselling, bereavement counselling, stress management, work/life balance, individual counselling, couples therapy and family dynamics. My approach is solution-focused and empathetic, ensuring a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their feelings and discover solutions.
If life’s been feeling heavy or uncertain, you don’t have to face it on your own. I offer a calm, supportive space where you can talk things through, make sense of what’s happening, and find a way forward that feels lighter and more balanced. Together, we focus on practical ways to manage stress, navigate change and strengthen your emotional well-being so you can leave each session feeling heard, grounded, and ready to move forward with renewed clarity and calm.
I also offer Subject Choice and Career assessments.
Sessions in English or Afrikaans.
If life’s been feeling heavy or uncertain, you don’t have to face it on your own. I offer a calm, supportive space where you can talk things through, make sense of what’s happening, and find a way forward that feels lighter and more balanced. Together, we focus on practical ways to manage stress, navigate change and strengthen your emotional well-being so you can leave each session feeling heard, grounded, and ready to move forward with renewed clarity and calm.
I also offer Subject Choice and Career assessments.
Sessions in English or Afrikaans.
I am a Counselling Psychologist, based at Conscious Psychology (Rosebank) and Leaf of Hope Therapy Centre (Alberton). I utilize an integrated approach, drawing from modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. The choice of approach is tailored to the unique therapeutic needs of each client, ensuring the best possible outcomes.
I am a Counselling Psychologist, based at Conscious Psychology (Rosebank) and Leaf of Hope Therapy Centre (Alberton). I utilize an integrated approach, drawing from modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. The choice of approach is tailored to the unique therapeutic needs of each client, ensuring the best possible outcomes.
My expertise is grounded in real-world experience, not just textbooks. Having navigated life’s complex challenges firsthand, I offer a rare depth of insight and non-judgmental support to those finding their way through difficult times. I provide a safe, confidential space where you can share your truth without fear of judgment. Together, we will turn your current challenges into practical, sustainable steps forward.
Allow me to hold your hand, express yourself in your home language, wellbeing is attainable.
My expertise is grounded in real-world experience, not just textbooks. Having navigated life’s complex challenges firsthand, I offer a rare depth of insight and non-judgmental support to those finding their way through difficult times. I provide a safe, confidential space where you can share your truth without fear of judgment. Together, we will turn your current challenges into practical, sustainable steps forward.
Allow me to hold your hand, express yourself in your home language, wellbeing is attainable.
As a Specialist Wellness Counsellor, I am committed to enhancing the overall well-being of my clients through a systems-based approach to counselling. My practice focuses on achieving wholeness by fostering the integrative unity of body, mind, and spirit. Operating at the level of primary health care, I provide comprehensive support that addresses both immediate challenges and long-term personal growth.
I create a safe, compassionate environment where individuals can explore their feelings, gain insights, and develop effective coping strategies. My work emphasizes emotional well-being, relationship improvement &conflict resolution,
As a Specialist Wellness Counsellor, I am committed to enhancing the overall well-being of my clients through a systems-based approach to counselling. My practice focuses on achieving wholeness by fostering the integrative unity of body, mind, and spirit. Operating at the level of primary health care, I provide comprehensive support that addresses both immediate challenges and long-term personal growth.
I create a safe, compassionate environment where individuals can explore their feelings, gain insights, and develop effective coping strategies. My work emphasizes emotional well-being, relationship improvement &conflict resolution,
My role is to support and guide individuals, couples and teams to obtain health and wellbeing mentally, spiritually and physically. I offer a holistic approach to counseling in areas such as stress, anxiety, depression, loss / grief, interpersonal relationships and trauma.
My role is to support and guide individuals, couples and teams to obtain health and wellbeing mentally, spiritually and physically. I offer a holistic approach to counseling in areas such as stress, anxiety, depression, loss / grief, interpersonal relationships and trauma.
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I also welcome clients who would like to incorporate Christian faith into their counselling journey.
I use a solutions-focused approach, helping you identify practical ways to cope, rebuild emotional strength, and restore balance in your life. My counselling is also practical, helping you reach your intended goal. I personally relate to loss, trauma, and complex family dynamics, including blended families, single parenting, raising neurodivergent kids etc.
I also welcome clients who would like to incorporate Christian faith into their counselling journey.
I use a solutions-focused approach, helping you identify practical ways to cope, rebuild emotional strength, and restore balance in your life. My counselling is also practical, helping you reach your intended goal. I personally relate to loss, trauma, and complex family dynamics, including blended families, single parenting, raising neurodivergent kids etc.
I am passionate about helping people from all walks of life along their healing journey.
I am passionate about helping people from all walks of life along their healing journey.
Ollyroc counselling clinic
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
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Pretoria 0002
Meet Olivia Mazaika, a Specialist Wellness counsellor who’s passionate about being a good listener without being judgmental to an individual’s struggles/problems/issues and deeply empathetic too.
“I love to see the broken being made whole and being restored and replenished. I might not have the solutions but together we can have constructive sessions, aimed at striving to reach attainable and measurable goals.” Sessions are available for both in-person (face to face) and online counselling.
Meet Olivia Mazaika, a Specialist Wellness counsellor who’s passionate about being a good listener without being judgmental to an individual’s struggles/problems/issues and deeply empathetic too.
“I love to see the broken being made whole and being restored and replenished. I might not have the solutions but together we can have constructive sessions, aimed at striving to reach attainable and measurable goals.” Sessions are available for both in-person (face to face) and online counselling.
I am a skilled clinician with extensive experience in directing individual and group psychotherapy sessions, writing comprehensive reports, administering and evaluating assessments, diagnosing and treating mental health disorders, creating and implementing self-empowerment programs and advocating on behalf of individuals, families and groups to eradicate the stigma associated with mental illness. I use cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing for my sessions due to that my focus is mostly on forensic issues such as divorce, gender based violence, child and elder abuse, etc.
I am a skilled clinician with extensive experience in directing individual and group psychotherapy sessions, writing comprehensive reports, administering and evaluating assessments, diagnosing and treating mental health disorders, creating and implementing self-empowerment programs and advocating on behalf of individuals, families and groups to eradicate the stigma associated with mental illness. I use cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing for my sessions due to that my focus is mostly on forensic issues such as divorce, gender based violence, child and elder abuse, etc.
I work therapeutically with couples and individuals who want a better life. As an IMAGO Relationship Specialist, I have a deep understanding of the heartache and pain that my clients can go through when relationships fail. My training prepares me to assist clients in addressing these issues and to re-establish connection. If there was an affair, couples who want to stay together might find it overwhelming to navigate the pain and mistrust they experience. Here, IMAGO Relationship Therapy assists you to gradually rebuild trust and deepen the connection.
I work therapeutically with couples and individuals who want a better life. As an IMAGO Relationship Specialist, I have a deep understanding of the heartache and pain that my clients can go through when relationships fail. My training prepares me to assist clients in addressing these issues and to re-establish connection. If there was an affair, couples who want to stay together might find it overwhelming to navigate the pain and mistrust they experience. Here, IMAGO Relationship Therapy assists you to gradually rebuild trust and deepen the connection.
Do you feel overwhelmed by anxiety, low self-worth, or past trauma—often rooted in childhood or broken relationships. Do you long for peace, clarity, and freedom from negative thought patterns. Though you may fear rejection or failure, are you ready for change and want to feel whole, confident, and connected. Are you seeking for a safe space to heal, set healthy boundaries, and find your true identity. I help you move from surviving to thriving—empowering lasting transformation in mind, body, and spirit.
Do you feel overwhelmed by anxiety, low self-worth, or past trauma—often rooted in childhood or broken relationships. Do you long for peace, clarity, and freedom from negative thought patterns. Though you may fear rejection or failure, are you ready for change and want to feel whole, confident, and connected. Are you seeking for a safe space to heal, set healthy boundaries, and find your true identity. I help you move from surviving to thriving—empowering lasting transformation in mind, body, and spirit.
Are you intentional about making a positive change in your life, yet struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, or feeling stuck?
Are you having anxious thoughts and feelings impacting daily life, relationships, or overall wellbeing?
Are you feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, needing guidance and support to reclaim your wellness?
Are past experiences or traumas that may be contributing to current anxiety or self- doubt?
Want to feel calmer, and in control of your thoughts and emotions?
Want to create a more fulfilling and meaningful life that aligns with your values and goals?
Come as you are, reach out to us, working together, one step at a
Are you intentional about making a positive change in your life, yet struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, or feeling stuck?
Are you having anxious thoughts and feelings impacting daily life, relationships, or overall wellbeing?
Are you feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, needing guidance and support to reclaim your wellness?
Are past experiences or traumas that may be contributing to current anxiety or self- doubt?
Want to feel calmer, and in control of your thoughts and emotions?
Want to create a more fulfilling and meaningful life that aligns with your values and goals?
Come as you are, reach out to us, working together, one step at a
I am a Social Worker in private practice with a specific focus on providing counseling and emotional support to adults. My experience of 19 years include working in the UK for 3 years.
In addition, I am an internationally trained SYMBIS couples facilitator. SYMBIS is an assessment tool from America which provides couples (pre-engaged, engaged, married, entering 2nd marriages and blended families) with a 16-18 page report about their unique relationship dynamics. This report provides a great foundation to start understanding your partner and your unique relationship dynamics. It is especially valuable in pre-marital counseling.
I am a Social Worker in private practice with a specific focus on providing counseling and emotional support to adults. My experience of 19 years include working in the UK for 3 years.
In addition, I am an internationally trained SYMBIS couples facilitator. SYMBIS is an assessment tool from America which provides couples (pre-engaged, engaged, married, entering 2nd marriages and blended families) with a 16-18 page report about their unique relationship dynamics. This report provides a great foundation to start understanding your partner and your unique relationship dynamics. It is especially valuable in pre-marital counseling.
I am a Specialist Wellness Counsellor, I am passionate about making a difference in other people’s lives , I am committed to promoting holistic well-being and supporting individuals in achieving balanced, healthy lifestyles by becoming living souls, we were created to have life and have it in abundance,
I believe that for every challenge or problem you go through is meant to reveal the best of you and the true strength you possess within you, you can only discover that through counselling session
I am a Specialist Wellness Counsellor, I am passionate about making a difference in other people’s lives , I am committed to promoting holistic well-being and supporting individuals in achieving balanced, healthy lifestyles by becoming living souls, we were created to have life and have it in abundance,
I believe that for every challenge or problem you go through is meant to reveal the best of you and the true strength you possess within you, you can only discover that through counselling session
I am a dedicated and compassionate Specialist Wellness Counsellor with a postgraduate qualification and extensive practical experience in supportive mental health interventions. I focus on empowering clients to navigate life transitions, manage stress, and build emotional resilience through a holistic, client-centered approach. Committed to creating a safe, confidential, and nonjudgmental space, I help individuals unlock their potential and achieve sustainable mental wellness."
I am a dedicated and compassionate Specialist Wellness Counsellor with a postgraduate qualification and extensive practical experience in supportive mental health interventions. I focus on empowering clients to navigate life transitions, manage stress, and build emotional resilience through a holistic, client-centered approach. Committed to creating a safe, confidential, and nonjudgmental space, I help individuals unlock their potential and achieve sustainable mental wellness."
As a CPSC-accredited Christian counsellor, accredited family and divorce mediator, and parenting coordinator — and a pastor in the Order of Christian Service — I bring clinical, pastoral, and mediation expertise to every session.
When life feels fractured — through conflict, loss, or major transition — I help individuals, couples, and families move toward clarity, stability, and renewed harmony.
I work with challenges such as marital strain, family conflict, parent-child relationships, and the pressures that can disrupt family life. I also support clients through bereavement, care of the elderly, and the wider emotional challenges that arise across different life stages.
Sessions are available in person in Edenvale, or online via Zoom or Teams — whichever works best for you.
As a CPSC-accredited Christian counsellor, accredited family and divorce mediator, and parenting coordinator — and a pastor in the Order of Christian Service — I bring clinical, pastoral, and mediation expertise to every session.
When life feels fractured — through conflict, loss, or major transition — I help individuals, couples, and families move toward clarity, stability, and renewed harmony.
I work with challenges such as marital strain, family conflict, parent-child relationships, and the pressures that can disrupt family life. I also support clients through bereavement, care of the elderly, and the wider emotional challenges that arise across different life stages.
Sessions are available in person in Edenvale, or online via Zoom or Teams — whichever works best for you.
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.
Nearby Christian Counsellors Searches for Brackenhurst
- Alberton
- Bedfordview
- Braamfontein
- Brackendowns
- Diepkloof
- Germiston
- Glenvista
- Johannesburg
- Linksfield
- Meyersdal
- Mondeor
- Mulbarton
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.