Helen Jane van
General Counsellor, MSc
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect 087 813 4099 x94
Available both in-person and online
Knysna 6571
Therapy with me is an open, reflective space to explore the challenges, questions, and life experiences that matter to you. Whether you’re navigating trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, or a sense of being overwhelmed or disconnected, you’ll find a calm, culturally attuned environment to make sense of your story. My approach blends existential exploration with trauma‑focused DBT skills, helping you build insight, stability, and resilience. Together we work toward grounded, meaningful, and sustainable change.
I help clients navigate trauma, crisis, and life challenges through a calm, reflective, culturally attuned approach. My work blends existential therapy with trauma‑focused DBT, offering space to explore meaning while building practical skills for stability, resilience, and authentic change.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or carrying more than you can hold alone, you’re welcome here. I offer a calm, compassionate space to explore what’s happening and find steady ground again. You don’t have to navigate this on your own; when you’re ready, we can take the next steps together at your pace.
Call or Email Helen Jane van Schalkwyk now for a free 15 minute consultation - 087 813 4099 x94
Let's Connect 087 813 4099 x94
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions R1300
- Couple Sessions R1050
Payment Methods
Bank transfer, Cash, Electronic Funds Transfer Helen Jane van Schalkwyk
General Counsellor, MSc
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - 087 813 4099 x94
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with The Counselling Association - South Africa Helen Jane van Schalkwyk
- In Practice for 14 years
- Applied Psyc. Current, DPhil student , MSc Psychology, Graduated 2022
- Membership with British Psychological Society Graduate Chartered Member / 2021
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Helen Jane van Schalkwyk
General Counsellor, MSc
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or 087 813 4099 x94
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Crisis response
- Trauma and PTSD
- Life Transitions
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Armed Forces
- Bipolar Disorder
- Cancer
- Cross Cultural adjustment
- Dementia
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- Mood Disorders
- Self Esteem
- Stress
Helen Jane van Schalkwyk
General Counsellor, MSc
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - 087 813 4099 x94
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
- Existential
- Trauma Focused
Helen Jane van Schalkwyk
General Counsellor, MSc
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - 087 813 4099 x94
Location
Helen Jane van Schalkwyk
General Counsellor, MSc
Call for a free consultation now - 087 813 4099 x94