Ms Jenelle van der Merwe

Specialist Wellness Counselor

“I have worked with anxiety and depression support, relationship issues, self-esteem, stress management, life changes, grief and trauma. I aim to provide a safe space where all my clients feel heard and understood. I believe that this is one of the first steps to allowing people to speak openly without judgment.”

About Me

When facing anxiety, depression, or significant life changes, it can feel challenging to speak openly. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel truly heard and understood. This allows us to explore relationship issues, build self-esteem, and manage stress together. My aim is to help you navigate grief and trauma, finding clarity and fostering your resilience.

Approach

When talking feels heavy I tend to slow the pace so we can name what matters and notice small shifts between sessions. In my Cape Town practice and online, in English, sessions balance gentle exploration with practical steps — short exercises, breath or grounding practices, and focused reflection you can try at home. I listen for patterns in stress, grief and relationship reactions, then we co-create manageable experiments to build confidence and regulate overwhelm. This approach often suits people seeking steady, collaborative change through life transitions and trauma recovery.

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Basic Information

Cape Town, South Africa

Services

Services Offered:

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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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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.

Works With:

•Adolescents
•Adults
•Elderly
•Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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Abuse
Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.
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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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Life Transitions
Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.
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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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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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Grief & Loss
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.
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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.
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Self-Esteem
A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.
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Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
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Professional Title:

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

Qualifications

Cornerstone Institute

Registrations

Association for Supportive Counsellors and Holistic Practitioners (ASCHP)

Specialist Wellness Counselor

Service Area

Flourish Wellness Counselling

In-person & Online

Cape Town, Western Cape

South Africa