Carin

Ms Carin Olwagen

Registered Counselor

“A multidisciplinary approach in steering people to wholeness” - BSS WHOLENESS CENTRE. She is currently embarking on her PhD in Psychology.”

About Me

As a Registered Counsellor, I embrace a multidisciplinary approach to guide you towards wholeness. I offer tailored support for individuals seeking to integrate different aspects of their lives. We can explore various perspectives and tools together, helping you navigate challenges and foster well-being. My aim is to create a collaborative space where you feel truly heard. This supports your journey towards a more integrated self. It is ideal for those seeking comprehensive, personalised guidance.

Approach

Steering people to wholeness informs how I select perspectives and tools, matching interventions to your life rather than fitting you to a single method. In sessions in George, Garden Route or online, in English or Afrikaans, I hold a calm, structured space where we map patterns, test small practical steps and attend to emotions that surface between meetings. Assessments and narrative reflection blend with paced trauma work, spiritual meaning-making and problem-focused planning so you leave with clearer choices. This way of working suits those seeking steady integration across life domains.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

All mental health issues, negative life events in childhood/adulthood, past trauma debriefing (individuals and groups), family circumstances, psycho-social stressors, behavior issues, health and lifestyle issues, life-management difficulties, alcohol and substance abuse, relationship issues, symptoms of depression and anxiety, PTSD symptoms etc, career and subject choices. Pain management and chronic management, care provider dependency, risk factors/high risk behavior, self-harm/suicidal ideation, stress issues, diet and eating habits, lack of exercise, self esteem issues, loss and bereavement, neglect/abuse, gender based violence, worker relationship issues, job satisfaction issues, adjustment issues, counselling for children older than 6 years etc; psycho-education/life-coaching/team building/workshops for groups. Face to face consultation sessions/whatsapp voice sessions (45 min per face to face session; 30 min whatsapp voice sessions)

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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  • 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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  • Wellness Support

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

  • Online Therapy

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

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  • Community Psychology

    A branch of psychology that addresses mental health at the community level, focusing on social factors like poverty, inequality, and access to services.

  • Health Psychology

    A branch of psychology that studies how psychological, behavioural, and social factors affect physical health, illness, and health-related behaviours.

  • Corporate Workshops

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

  • Crisis Support & Counselling

    Emergency emotional support and counselling for people in acute psychological distress, available at the point of need.

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Works With:

  • All ages
  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Couples
  • Groups

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Addiction

    A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

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  • 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.

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  • Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.

  • 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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  • Online Therapy

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

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  • Relationship Counseling

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

  • Spiritual or Faith-Based Counseling

    Counselling that integrates spiritual or religious beliefs into the therapeutic process for people who want faith to be part of their healing.

  • Trauma Therapy

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

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  • Career Planning

    The process of exploring professional options, clarifying goals, and making decisions about one's career path and direction.

Professional Title:

  • Registered Counselor

    A counselor who is formally registered with a professional or regulatory body.

Credentials

Registrations

Health Professions Council Of South Africa (HPCSA); Board of Health Funders (BHF)

Registered Counsellor

Qualifications

University of South Africa (UNISA)

Service Areas

BSS WHOLENESS CENTRE

In-person & Online

Heather Park

George, Western Cape

South Africa

Also serving online:

George

Heather Park, George, South Africa