Helena Hendrina (Adéle)

Mrs Helena Hendrina (Adéle) Jacobs, BA

Social Worker (Mental Health)

“My aim is to equip people through Solution Focus Counseling, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Pastoral and life coaching to: manage life crises, develop mindful resilience and self-care and become overcomers living abundantly.”

About Me

I am a Social Worker (Mental Health) in Protea Ridge, Gauteng, South Africa. I am registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP). I help you navigate life transitions, anger, conduct problems, grief, trauma and divorce through counselling, relationship work, adoption support and coaching.

Approach

You’ll find practical, hope-oriented sessions that focus on small, steady changes to your thinking and daily habits so life feels more manageable. In Krugersdorp I offer in-person and online appointments in Afrikaans and English, keeping sessions calm, paced and respectful of your rhythms. We work together on clear steps, short experiments between meetings and communication work when relationships are involved, using both gentle pastoral reflection and evidence-informed tools. This approach suits adults, couples and families seeking steady, compassionate progress.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Please note I provide online counselling, life coaching and pastoral support through Zoom, MS Teams and Video WhatsApp Calls.

Services Offered:

  • Coaching

    A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.

  • Conflict Management

    Structured approaches to resolving disputes and improving communication between people in conflict, whether in relationships, families, or workplaces.

  • Crisis Counseling

    Immediate, short-term psychological support during an acute mental health crisis such as a panic episode, suicidal thoughts, or overwhelming distress.

  • Divorce Counseling

    Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.

  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

  • Trauma Counseling

    Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.

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  • Personal Development

    The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

  • Wellness Support

    Holistic support focused on overall well-being, including stress management, lifestyle balance, and building sustainable healthy habits.

  • Mindfulness

    The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.

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  • Stress Management

    Techniques and strategies for managing the body and mind's response to excessive demands, including relaxation, cognitive restructuring, and lifestyle changes.

    Learn more about Stress Management

Works With:

  • Adults
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Groups
  • Individuals
  • Organisations

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

    Learn more about Life Transitions
  • Anger

    An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.

    Learn more about Anger
  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

    Learn more about Anxiety
  • Behaviour or Conduct Issues

    Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.

  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

    Learn more about Grief & Loss
  • Divorce Counseling

    Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.

  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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  • Personal Development

    The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

    Learn more about Trauma

Professional Title:

  • Social Worker (Mental Health)

    A social worker specialising in mental health, providing therapy, case management, and support for people with psychological conditions.

Credentials

Registrations

Social Worker and Life Coach

South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP)

Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts

North-West University

Service Areas

Adéle's Counselling and Life Coaching Practice

In-person & Online

Protea Ridge

Krugersdorp, Gauteng

South Africa

Protea Ridge, Krugersdorp, South Africa