Life Coaching Therapists in Cape Town
Focusing on short term therapy, providing tools for facilitating growth and achieving solutions. Trauma work in order to empower and re-gain function, by combing various disciplines.
Focusing on short term therapy, providing tools for facilitating growth and achieving solutions. Trauma work in order to empower and re-gain function, by combing various disciplines.
I am a registered Social Worker who enjoys working with children, adolescents and adults who are trying to make sense of what is happening in their world and those who are seeking ways to navigate personal challenges. I also enjoy working with parents and caregivers who want practical support in navigating co-parenting after separation, and those who are considering fostering or adopting (and want to understand what that journey looks like).
I am a registered Social Worker who enjoys working with children, adolescents and adults who are trying to make sense of what is happening in their world and those who are seeking ways to navigate personal challenges. I also enjoy working with parents and caregivers who want practical support in navigating co-parenting after separation, and those who are considering fostering or adopting (and want to understand what that journey looks like).
Whether you’re facing emotional burnout, relationship difficulties, low mood, or need support through life transitions or trauma support, I’m here to walk that journey with you.
While specializing in counselling related to religious struggles, emotional hurt, identity and sexuality issues, or people-pleasing patterns due to past traumas, I also provide counselling for grief, addiction, relationship difficulties, and family dynamics.
Whether you’re facing emotional burnout, relationship difficulties, low mood, or need support through life transitions or trauma support, I’m here to walk that journey with you.
While specializing in counselling related to religious struggles, emotional hurt, identity and sexuality issues, or people-pleasing patterns due to past traumas, I also provide counselling for grief, addiction, relationship difficulties, and family dynamics.
I am passionate about assisting people reach a place of contentment and fulfillment, be they coming from a place of loss and grief, life changes and divorce, trauma or bad choices. I am a qualified in EMDR. Inter-relational dynamics and family health are important, including communication, personal awareness and growth . I work strongly with children (play therapy), adolescents and adults around transitions, divorce, coping, trauma, grief and self development. My skills include addictions and co-dependency, mediation services, parenting plans and family assessments for care of children, helping children adjust and cope with change.
I am passionate about assisting people reach a place of contentment and fulfillment, be they coming from a place of loss and grief, life changes and divorce, trauma or bad choices. I am a qualified in EMDR. Inter-relational dynamics and family health are important, including communication, personal awareness and growth . I work strongly with children (play therapy), adolescents and adults around transitions, divorce, coping, trauma, grief and self development. My skills include addictions and co-dependency, mediation services, parenting plans and family assessments for care of children, helping children adjust and cope with change.
Hi, I'm Jo, an Educational Psychologist providing therapy and coaching for adults, young adults and older teens.
I also offer Psychoeducational and Accommodations (concessions) Assessments to identify learning barriers for children, teens and adults. I provide Subject Choice Assessments and Career Assessments for teens, graduates and adults making career changes, and I am an accredited Which Career for Me (WCFM) Career Thinking Partner.
Hi, I'm Jo, an Educational Psychologist providing therapy and coaching for adults, young adults and older teens.
I also offer Psychoeducational and Accommodations (concessions) Assessments to identify learning barriers for children, teens and adults. I provide Subject Choice Assessments and Career Assessments for teens, graduates and adults making career changes, and I am an accredited Which Career for Me (WCFM) Career Thinking Partner.
Melissa van Hal
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
14 Endorsed
Pinelands 7405
Waitlist for new clients
I offer specialised wellness counselling for individuals moving through transitions, emotional overwhelm, or periods of chaos who want to restore harmony in everyday life.
Move through life with experienced, integrative support. With qualifications across psychology, education, history and disability studies (BA, Honours, MA, PGCE, PGDE), I help you process challenges and develop practical ways to create meaningful shifts in your lifestyle. Find additional support in my books or Play Learn Develop sensory range.
I offer specialised wellness counselling for individuals moving through transitions, emotional overwhelm, or periods of chaos who want to restore harmony in everyday life.
Move through life with experienced, integrative support. With qualifications across psychology, education, history and disability studies (BA, Honours, MA, PGCE, PGDE), I help you process challenges and develop practical ways to create meaningful shifts in your lifestyle. Find additional support in my books or Play Learn Develop sensory range.
I only want what is best for my clients and to equip them with the skills in order to navigate the choices and options that they have available to attain a more fulfilling life!
Feeling overwhelmed? Stressed? Both? Let's talk about it! I always offer a space of comfort and reassurance, where we work at the pace of my clients. I feel that there is no issue or need to big or too small to be discussed, your feelings are always valid! I offer a space where you will be welcomed and accepted, free of judgement and ridicule.
I only want what is best for my clients and to equip them with the skills in order to navigate the choices and options that they have available to attain a more fulfilling life!
Feeling overwhelmed? Stressed? Both? Let's talk about it! I always offer a space of comfort and reassurance, where we work at the pace of my clients. I feel that there is no issue or need to big or too small to be discussed, your feelings are always valid! I offer a space where you will be welcomed and accepted, free of judgement and ridicule.
Life’s challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected.
As a Counselling Psychologist and Brené Brown Daring Way Facilitator, I offer a unique approach that integrates Narrative Therapy, creative expression, and evidence-based techniques. I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families rewrite their stories, develop healthier relationships, and cultivate self-worth.
Life’s challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected.
As a Counselling Psychologist and Brené Brown Daring Way Facilitator, I offer a unique approach that integrates Narrative Therapy, creative expression, and evidence-based techniques. I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families rewrite their stories, develop healthier relationships, and cultivate self-worth.
You want relief, clarity, and emotional balance, but also practical support that fits your real- life context.
I offer trauma-informed, culturally responsive social work services grounded in empathy, structure, and evidence-based practice. I support individuals, couples, families, and employees through counselling, EAP interventions, and short- to medium-term therapeutic work. My approach integrates emotional processing with practical tools to help you regulate.
You want relief, clarity, and emotional balance, but also practical support that fits your real- life context.
I offer trauma-informed, culturally responsive social work services grounded in empathy, structure, and evidence-based practice. I support individuals, couples, families, and employees through counselling, EAP interventions, and short- to medium-term therapeutic work. My approach integrates emotional processing with practical tools to help you regulate.
I provide a bridge between healing & action using evidence-based neuroplasticity & coaching frameworks.
My approach blends wellness counselling (to heal) with coaching (to grow), helping you move forward with clarity, confidence, and sustainable change. My approach goes beyond traditional talk therapy. I integrate Positive Psychology, CBT, and NLP to help you rewire patterns of stress & success.
Holistic, Customised , Positive, Strength-based, Proven Methods.
I provide a bridge between healing & action using evidence-based neuroplasticity & coaching frameworks.
My approach blends wellness counselling (to heal) with coaching (to grow), helping you move forward with clarity, confidence, and sustainable change. My approach goes beyond traditional talk therapy. I integrate Positive Psychology, CBT, and NLP to help you rewire patterns of stress & success.
Holistic, Customised , Positive, Strength-based, Proven Methods.
My approach blends psychological insight with practical tools to help professionals, leaders, and entrepreneurs navigate work pressures, life transitions, and personal growth with clarity and confidence.
My approach is client-centered, evidence-based, and practical. I help individuals and professionals manage stress, burnout, and career challenges through goal-focused sessions that build resilience, insight, and confidence. Each plan is tailored to create lasting personal and professional growth.
My approach blends psychological insight with practical tools to help professionals, leaders, and entrepreneurs navigate work pressures, life transitions, and personal growth with clarity and confidence.
My approach is client-centered, evidence-based, and practical. I help individuals and professionals manage stress, burnout, and career challenges through goal-focused sessions that build resilience, insight, and confidence. Each plan is tailored to create lasting personal and professional growth.
They may be navigating life transitions, burnout, or emotional patterns that repeat.
I guide self-aware, sensitive clients through deep healing and transformation using wellness counselling, astrology, human design, mindset coaching, and energy work. My sessions are compassionate and practical, helping you shift emotional blocks, reconnect to your true self, and live with purpose, clarity, and resilience - a holistic path to wholeness.
They may be navigating life transitions, burnout, or emotional patterns that repeat.
I guide self-aware, sensitive clients through deep healing and transformation using wellness counselling, astrology, human design, mindset coaching, and energy work. My sessions are compassionate and practical, helping you shift emotional blocks, reconnect to your true self, and live with purpose, clarity, and resilience - a holistic path to wholeness.
I work across a wide range of areas (see my website at illuminate-counselling.co.za), and enjoy working with people of all ages, neurotypes, cultures, and walks of life.
I believe every person carries the strength to flourish. My approach combines genuine care, authenticity, and complete acceptance — a no-judgement space where we build self-understanding and find practical tools to help you cope and grow.
I work across a wide range of areas (see my website at illuminate-counselling.co.za), and enjoy working with people of all ages, neurotypes, cultures, and walks of life.
I believe every person carries the strength to flourish. My approach combines genuine care, authenticity, and complete acceptance — a no-judgement space where we build self-understanding and find practical tools to help you cope and grow.
I believe in creating a safe, supportive space where clients can engage in meaningful exploration and look forward to navigating life’s complexities with you.
I am deeply committed to supporting my clients on their journey of growth and self-discovery. My approach is rooted in fostering profound understanding and insight, exploring the depths of who they are – as individuals and as partners in relationship.
I believe in creating a safe, supportive space where clients can engage in meaningful exploration and look forward to navigating life’s complexities with you.
I am deeply committed to supporting my clients on their journey of growth and self-discovery. My approach is rooted in fostering profound understanding and insight, exploring the depths of who they are – as individuals and as partners in relationship.
Her mission is to help adults navigate the emotional complexities of trauma and everyday life.
Trauma can significantly impact both mental and physical health, and her goal is to help you process and organise as you work together. Whether you’re dealing with Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), relationship issues or trauma, she tailors her approach to fit your unique needs. When life feels overwhelming, the right support can make all the difference!
Her mission is to help adults navigate the emotional complexities of trauma and everyday life.
Trauma can significantly impact both mental and physical health, and her goal is to help you process and organise as you work together. Whether you’re dealing with Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), relationship issues or trauma, she tailors her approach to fit your unique needs. When life feels overwhelming, the right support can make all the difference!
If you find yourself caught in difficult thoughts, emotions, reactions, or patterns that no longer feel helpful, you’re not alone. Many people reach a point of feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves. My role is to help you gently loosen what’s keeping you there, so that clarity, vitality, and a greater sense of ease can emerge. In a collaborative and focused practice borrowing from Rogerian, experiential, and somatic paradigms, I hope to provide a space from which hope and change can emerge.
If you find yourself caught in difficult thoughts, emotions, reactions, or patterns that no longer feel helpful, you’re not alone. Many people reach a point of feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves. My role is to help you gently loosen what’s keeping you there, so that clarity, vitality, and a greater sense of ease can emerge. In a collaborative and focused practice borrowing from Rogerian, experiential, and somatic paradigms, I hope to provide a space from which hope and change can emerge.
Many clients come to me when they are struggling to cope, feeling emotionally drained, or going through life transitions.
I offer a safe, supportive space for individuals navigating trauma, abuse, and emotional challenges. My approach is empathetic and client-centred, helping you process your experiences and move forward at your own pace.
Many clients come to me when they are struggling to cope, feeling emotionally drained, or going through life transitions.
I offer a safe, supportive space for individuals navigating trauma, abuse, and emotional challenges. My approach is empathetic and client-centred, helping you process your experiences and move forward at your own pace.
I help individuals navigate major life transitions such as divorce, loss, burnout, chronic illness, career change, relationship shifts or changes in identity, purpose, and life direction.
I offer supportive, insight-driven counselling for individuals facing challenging life changes. My approach helps clients build emotional resilience, improve self-awareness, strengthen boundaries, and develop practical tools to manage stress, overwhelm, and uncertainty while reconnecting with clarity, confidence, and direction.
I help individuals navigate major life transitions such as divorce, loss, burnout, chronic illness, career change, relationship shifts or changes in identity, purpose, and life direction.
I offer supportive, insight-driven counselling for individuals facing challenging life changes. My approach helps clients build emotional resilience, improve self-awareness, strengthen boundaries, and develop practical tools to manage stress, overwhelm, and uncertainty while reconnecting with clarity, confidence, and direction.
As a certified pastoral therapist, I guide individuals and couples to understand and heal their past, recognize and change present negative behaviour patterns, and cope with overwhelming stress and busyness, as well as motivation and addiction issues. I help people rediscover dreams and attain an inspired vision of the future, equipping them to start strategically living this future now.
As a certified pastoral therapist, I guide individuals and couples to understand and heal their past, recognize and change present negative behaviour patterns, and cope with overwhelming stress and busyness, as well as motivation and addiction issues. I help people rediscover dreams and attain an inspired vision of the future, equipping them to start strategically living this future now.
Whether you are navigating conflict, narcissism, emotional distance, betrayal, or life pressure, we work at a pace that allows insight and progress.
I work with individuals and couples who feel emotionally disconnected, misunderstood, or caught in the same arguments without resolution. Whether it be marriage counselling , narcissistic abuse or other marriage issues, my role is to help you slow things down, feel heard, and find a way forward that feels respectful, grounded, and real.
Whether you are navigating conflict, narcissism, emotional distance, betrayal, or life pressure, we work at a pace that allows insight and progress.
I work with individuals and couples who feel emotionally disconnected, misunderstood, or caught in the same arguments without resolution. Whether it be marriage counselling , narcissistic abuse or other marriage issues, my role is to help you slow things down, feel heard, and find a way forward that feels respectful, grounded, and real.