Bernice

Ms Bernice Lufumpa, BSW

Registered Social Worker

“An experienced, competent & compassionate Couple & Family Therapist working predominantly with individuals, couples, families and organisations. Face to face sessions-R500.00/ hour; Telephonic sessions-R350.00 /hour; Virtual /Online sessions-R450.00/hour.”

About Me

This Registered Social Worker is an experienced, competent, and compassionate Couple & Family Therapist. They predominantly help individuals, couples, families, and organisations navigate complex relationship dynamics. Sessions are a space where concerns are explored with understanding, fostering clear communication and growth. Clients can choose from face-to-face, telephonic, or virtual sessions, ensuring accessible support. This approach offers practical ways to move forward, making it a good match for those seeking balanced guidance.

Approach

Emphasis is placed on practical, compassionate collaboration that moves conversations toward healthier patterns and realistic change. I meet clients in Pretoria or online, offering sessions in English, seTswana or isiZulu and flexible telephonic or virtual options to suit busy lives. Sessions are paced to your needs — we explore relational patterns, manage stress and process difficult memories with clear steps, reflections and short-term goals you can try between appointments. This way of working tends to suit couples, families and organisations seeking grounded, achievable progress.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

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.

  • Corporate Workshops

    Mental health and well-being workshops delivered in workplace settings, covering topics like stress management, resilience, and communication.

  • Relationship Counseling

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

Works With:

  • Couples
  • Families
  • Groups
  • Individuals
  • Organisations

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Cross-Cultural

    The psychological challenges of living between two or more cultures, including identity conflicts, acculturation stress, and difficulties with belonging.

  • Online Therapy

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

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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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  • Relationship Counseling

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

  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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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:

  • Registered Social Worker

    A social worker registered with a regulatory body to provide social work services including therapy and case management.

Credentials

Registrations

South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP)

Social Work

Registration: 10-49281

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Qualifications

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

University of South Africa (UNISA)

Service Areas

Hatfield Assessment & Therapy Center / BSK Publishing

In-person & Online

Hatfield

Pretoria, Gauteng

South Africa

Hatfield, Pretoria, South Africa