Holistic health, psychology and education have been my passion for the last 15 years.

At your core, there is a Self within you that is whole, undamaged, and quietly steady.

Beneath the surface of your thoughts and emotions, this Self remains calm, clear, and present. Around it, different parts of you have formed over time. Some protect, some carry pain, some hold longing, and some try to keep everything in balance. Each part belongs. Each part has learned its role through your lived experience.

Life shapes us in layered and meaningful ways. We adapt in order to belong, to be safe, to be loved. The patterns you carry are not mistakes. They are intelligent responses to what you have lived through. Even when they feel confusing or overwhelming, they are expressions of care.

In our work together, we do not try to fix or force change. Instead, we slow down and begin to listen. With curiosity, compassion, and respect, we create space for each part of you to be seen and understood. As these parts begin to feel safe, they soften. And from beneath them, something deeper naturally emerges. A sense of clarity. A grounded presence. An inner knowing that feels both steady and true.

This is the place I trust. In you, and in the unfolding process.

I hold a B Psych Honours degree in Psychology and Psychometry from the University of Pretoria, as well as a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from UNISA. I am a Specialist Wellness Counsellor and Psychometrist, registered with the HPCSA and the ASCHP. I am also an Integrative Enneagram Practitioner with iEQ9 and an IFS ( Internal Family Systems) trained practitioner, certified through IFSCA.

My work is rooted in a holistic understanding of wellness. Wellness counselling, as a primary health care service, moves beyond a purely medical or mechanistic model and embraces a more integrative, noetic perspective. This perspective honours the dynamic interplay between mind, body, and spirit, and understands each person in the context of their relationships, environment, and lived experience.

I am deeply passionate about supporting young people as they discover their strengths, values, and direction. Through career assessments, we explore their unique competencies, personality, and interests. This process offers clarity and confidence, empowering them to make educational and career choices that feel authentic, meaningful, and aligned with who they truly are.

At the heart of my practice is the creation of a safe, grounded, and ethically held space. Here, you are met with compassion, authenticity, and respect. Within this space, an inner connection can begin to unfold, a reconnection to the heart, to the inner child, and to the many facets of the self.

I am guided by the belief that well-being arises from the deep interconnectedness of body and mind. I hold a particular interest in the relationship between nutrition, gut health, and mental well-being, and I value complementary approaches that support balance, including mindful living, nourishing food, and gentle, natural practices.

I am inspired by the philosophy of Jean-Jacques Rousseau, particularly in his work Emile, where he reflects on the importance of remaining connected to our natural impulses and the rhythms of the natural world. His view that human beings flourish when allowed to grow in alignment with their innate nature resonates deeply with my approach. Learning and healing, in this sense, are not imposed from the outside but unfold when we are given the space to be, to explore, and to live in meaningful relationship with the world around us.

Drawing further from the work of Gabor Maté and the Compassionate Inquiry approach, as well as Richard Schwartz and the Internal Family Systems model, I believe that curiosity and self-compassion are essential to healing and transformation. When we turn toward ourselves with openness rather than judgment, we begin to understand the deeper roots of our patterns and create the conditions for integration.

Through mindful self-awareness, supportive dialogue, and intentional self-care practices such as meditation, nutrition, and reflective living, individuals can cultivate resilience, deepen self-understanding, and move toward a more integrated, balanced, and authentic way of being.

This work is an invitation to come home to yourself.

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Jana, Psychologist, PhD, HPCSA Clinical Psychologist, endorsement

Christina is that rare person, a therapist who shines as a caring human being first and foremost. She always has her clients' best interests at heart, beaming great warmth, intelligence and insight, plus her sense of humour is a treat. Highly recommended.

CLIENT FEEDBACK

“I’ve had a wonderful experience working with Christina. She is incredibly kind, patient, and genuinely attentive during each session. I always feel heard and understood, and her feedback during and post-session is both thoughtful and practical. Each conversation has left me with new insights.  I’m very grateful for the support and care she has provided.”

“Christina has a very calm and present way of holding space while gently guiding you through a session. The IFS model was a new perspective to exploring my feelings. Thank you.”

“Christina is a great listener and affirmer. Her sessions are life transforming.”

“I am incredibly grateful for my sessions with Christina. She is an exceptional psychologist who truly listens with empathy and compassion. Her non-judgmental approach made me feel validated and understood. Christina also offered valuable resources and practical tools that have been instrumental in managing my anxiety and depression. I’m looking forward to booking more sessions with her and continuing this positive journey.”

“Christina was very helpful, and I really left the session feeling equipped and empowered. I would definitely recommend her service. She was very kind and empathetic, and encouraging.”

“What a pleasure it was talking to Christina. Christina was an absolute star during our session. The most gentle approach to “therapy” I have experienced – very knowledgeable and authentic. Thank you Christina!”

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