I provide wellness counselling and emotional support

I specialize in providing emotional support to children, helping them develop the skills they need to navigate their emotions, set realistic goals, and build a strong sense of self-worth. My holistic approach to wellness integrates emotional and spiritual wellbeing, encouraging children to live with purpose and peace. One of my favorite projects so far was reading the book My Friend Happy with the children, followed by a creative exercise where they illustrated their own imaginary friends.

Work Experience

2023-Present
Supportive Wellness Counsellor, The Valley of Plenty
I provide both individual and group counselling sessions to children, focusing on emotional regulation, family dynamics, and self-esteem building through psycho-education and therapeutic support.

2019-2021
Foundation Phase Educator, Heideveld Primary School I taught grade 1 and grade 2 learners, managing their educational activities and ensuring a nurturing classroom environment. I also engaged in extracurricular activities to support their development.

2017
Volunteer Counsellor, Saint Francis Children's Home I conducted individual and group counselling sessions for children, providing emotional support and assisting them with homework and various activities.

Education

2023-2024
Humanitas Counselling Course 220 hours of supervised internship and psychology theory


2018
University of Cape Town Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), Foundation Phase, with Distinction 2015-2016 University of South Africa Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Psychology, NQF Level 8 2007-2010 Stellenbosch University Bachelor of Arts in Social Dynamics

Professional skills

Wellness Counselling Psycho-spiritual Wellness Emotion Regulation Techniques Group Facilitation Trauma Debriefing Conflict Management Curriculum Design (Foundation Phase) Interpersonal and Communication Skills