Anneri

Mrs Anneri Pretorius

Specialist Wellness Counselor

I am a Specialist Wellness Counsellor committed to helping people learn how to "know yourself" in a deeper, more meaningful way and to build a healthier better you. My work focusses on targeting trauma, loss & grief, stress, anxiety, emotional control and personal growth.

About Me

I help you navigate challenges like trauma, stress, and anxiety by fostering a deeper understanding of yourself. We’ll explore your inner world together, uncovering patterns and building healthier ways to manage emotions. This process helps you develop resilience. It’s ideal for those ready to embrace personal growth and build a more authentic, fulfilling life.

Approach

You’ll notice our work moves at a steady, curiosity-led pace, gently tracing how past hurts influence present reactions while we practise small skills for handling feelings. Sessions in Middelburg or online, in English or Afrikaans, are conversational and practical — we use short exercises, breath or grounding between sessions and reflective tasks to keep change active. I hold both safety and challenge so your insight becomes usable in daily life. This approach suits people ready to make small, reliable shifts toward steadier emotional balance.
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Basic Information

Services


Services Offered:

  • Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Children
  • Couples
  • Elderly
  • Individuals
  • Parents

Area of Expertise


Scope of Practice:

  • Anger

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

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  • Anxiety

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

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • 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.

  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Trauma Therapy

    Therapeutic approaches specifically designed to help people process and recover from traumatic experiences.

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Professional Title:

  • Specialist Wellness Counselor

    A counselor specialising in holistic well-being, integrating mental, emotional, and lifestyle support.

Qualifications


University of South Africa (UNISA)

Registrations


Association for Supportive Counsellors and Holistic Practitioners (ASCHP)

Specialist Wellness Counselor

Service Area


Better U Counselling

In-person & Online

CBD

Steve Tshwete, Mpumalanga

South Africa