Mia

Mia Meiring, BSocSci

Specialist Wellness Counselor

“I am a registered Specialist Wellness Counsellor with the ASCHP, working primarily with teenagers and adults navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, low mood, self-esteem difficulties, identity exploration, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and person-centred. I believe therapy is most effective when clients feel emotionally safe, genuinely heard, and accepted without judgement. Rather than focusing on simply reducing symptoms, I work alongside clients to better understand themselves, develop emotional resilience, strengthen self-worth, and build practical coping strategies that support lasting wellbeing. I offer online counselling because I believe support should adapt to the individual, not the other way around. Being able to engage from the comfort of your own environment often reduces the pressure that can come with traditional therapy and allows for more authentic, meaningful conversations. My goal is to create a space that feels calm, human, and approachable, where clients can show up exactly as they are, explore their experiences at their own pace, and leave with greater clarity, confidence, and self-understanding.”

About Me

I've always been fascinated by people, what shapes us, how our experiences influence the way we see ourselves, and why we sometimes find ourselves feeling stuck despite wanting things to be different. That curiosity is what first led me to study psychology, but it was working directly with people that confirmed this was the path I wanted to follow. One of the things I value most about counselling is having the opportunity to sit alongside someone during both the difficult and meaningful moments in their life. It is a privilege to witness people become more self-aware, more self-compassionate, and more confident in who they are. I strive to create a therapeutic space that feels warm, genuine, and free from judgement, where you can show up exactly as you are. I believe meaningful change begins when we feel safe enough to be honest with ourselves, and together we'll work to better understand your experiences, strengthen your emotional wellbeing, and help you move towards a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.

Approach

I believe therapy is not about having someone tell you what to do, but about creating a space where you feel safe enough to better understand yourself. Every person brings a unique story, which is why I tailor my approach to each individual rather than following a one-size-fits-all model. My work is grounded in a person-centred, trauma-informed approach that values curiosity, compassion, and collaboration. Together, we'll explore your experiences, make sense of the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and work towards greater self-awareness, emotional resilience, and meaningful change.
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Basic Information

Online Only

Services

I offer online counselling for teenagers and young adults experiencing a range of emotional and personal challenges, including: Anxiety and stress Low self-esteem and self-worth Identity and self-discovery Relationship and friendship challenges Emotional regulation Life transitions and change Grief and loss Trauma and difficult life experiences Personal growth and emotional wellbeing

Services Offered:

  • Counselling

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

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  • Wellness Support

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

Works With:

  • Individuals
  • Adolescents
  • Adults

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Anxiety

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

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  • Body Image

    How a person perceives, thinks, and feels about their physical appearance. When persistently negative, it can drive distress, avoidance, and disordered eating.

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  • Chronic Illness

    A long-term health condition (e.g., diabetes, autoimmune disease, chronic pain) that persists over time and affects physical, emotional, and social well-being.

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  • Depression

    A mood disorder marked by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and changes in energy, sleep, or appetite that impair daily functioning.

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  • Eating Disorders

    A group of conditions, including anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating, involving disturbed eating behaviours and a distorted relationship with food and body image.

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  • Family Issues

    Difficulties within the family system, including conflict, communication breakdown, blended family tensions, or intergenerational patterns, that affect individual and collective well-being.

  • Gender Identity & Self-Image

    A person's internal sense of their own gender, which may or may not align with the sex assigned at birth, and the distress or exploration that can accompany this.

  • Guilt or Forgiveness

    Persistent feelings of guilt, shame, or difficulty forgiving oneself or others that weigh on emotional well-being and relationships.

  • Women's Issues

    Psychological challenges more commonly experienced by women, including gender-based stress, reproductive health concerns, body image, caregiving burden, and societal expectations.

  • Spiritual Exploration

    Questions of meaning, purpose, faith, and spiritual experience as they relate to psychological well-being and personal identity.

Professional Title:

  • Specialist Wellness Counselor

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

Credentials

Qualifications

Bachelor of Social Science with Honours (BSocSci (Hons))

University of Cape Town

Year: 2024

Memberships

Association for Supportive Counsellors and Holistic Practitioners (ASCHP)

Full Member

Service Areas