Mrs Riekie Coetsee

Registered Counselor

“I am well equipped to deal with all traumas and/or life changing incidents and have passion for what I do.”

About Me

I am a Registered Counselor in La Montagne, Gauteng, South Africa. I provide psychological and diagnostic assessments, consultations, and counseling for abuse, adolescent issues, grief, HIV/AIDS support, and trauma. I offer direct, nonjudgmental support and practical coping skills to clients seeking clear, workable steps.

Approach

When life changes by trauma or loss I hold sessions that are steady, focused and practical, moving at a pace you can manage. In my Pretoria consulting room I work in Afrikaans and English, creating a calm space where assessment and conversation reveal what’s needed next. We use short, doable steps between meetings—skill practice, reflections and safety planning—so progress feels tangible. This way often helps adolescents, adults and families facing abuse, grief, dementia-related strain or HIV-related challenges.

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Basic Information

Pretoria, South Africa

Services

I also provide distance counselling (telephone counselling) as approved by the HPCSA.

Services Offered:

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Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.
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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.
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Coaching
A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.
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Consultation
An initial meeting with a therapist to discuss concerns, ask questions, and determine whether they are the right fit.
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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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Psychology
The scientific study and clinical practice of understanding the mind, emotions, and behaviour, applied to promote healthier functioning.
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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:

•All ages

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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Adolescent Therapy
Therapy designed for teenagers, using age-appropriate methods to address issues like anxiety, identity, peer pressure, and family conflict.
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Alzheimer's / Dementia
A progressive brain disease that causes memory loss, confusion, and decline in thinking skills, eventually affecting the ability to carry out everyday tasks.
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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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HIV / AIDS Support
The psychological impact of living with HIV/AIDS, including stigma, disclosure, medication adherence, and emotional well-being.
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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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Registered Counselor
A counselor who is formally registered with a professional or regulatory body.

Qualifications

University of Pretoria

Registrations

Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)

Counsellor

Service Area

Riekie Coetsee Counselling Services

In-person

La Montagne

Pretoria, Gauteng

South Africa