Mrs Esther Engelbrecht

Registered Professional Counselor

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“As a Registered Professional Counsellor in Linden, Gauteng, I provide a confidential, solution-focused space for you to explore whatever life brings your way. My person-centred approach helps you manage anxiety and everyday stress, navigate life changes, and find healing through loss, grief, or relationship challenges. By blending psychoeducation with practical life skills—like mindfulness, self-care, and addiction recovery support—we work together to boost your self-esteem and find your path to overall well-being. I also offer art materials as an optional, creative tool for exploring feelings with no artistic skill required. Together, we will identify actionable steps to help you move through past hurts, gain clarity, and build a meaningful life where you can truly thrive.”

About Me

My practice is grounded in the belief that being heard by a compassionate listener can spark profound growth. My perspective is shaped by a diverse life journey: years in corporate change management provide a practical lens for navigating transition; my life as an artist has taught me the wordless power of creativity and sensory engagement; and my journey through parenthood has been a humbling masterclass in continuous learning, the intricate complexities of care, and the vital importance of being present—finding joy in the simplest of moments. I am deeply passionate about helping you reconnect with what truly excites you, opening doors to a more fulfilling and authentic life.

Approach

As we journey together, I'll share helpful tools where they fit for you. If you're open to it, art can gently help explore your thoughts and feelings. My aim is to help you see new possibilities and grow self-compassion as you discover your own unique way forward. In a safe and caring space, I'm here to truly listen and support you without judgment. I value your experience and aim to work with you in a way that feels right for you, focusing on finding helpful steps forward together. My commitment is to be genuine, respectful, and walk alongside you with empathy. Come as you are. Session Fees: I charge medical aid rates: R650 per 50-60 minute session (2026 Rates). I am happy to claim directly from medical aid schemes.

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Basic Information

Johannesburg, South Africa

In-person & Online

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Services

My therapeutic services are designed to be as versatile as the individuals I support. I offer a blend of person-centred and solution-focused therapy techniques, ensuring that our work is both deeply empathetic and goal-oriented. Within our sessions, I provide psychoeducation to equip you with a better understanding of your mental well-being and art materials as a creative, optional tool for deeper emotional exploration. In addition to one-on-one support, I offer group work, providing a collaborative space for shared growth and connection. Whether through traditional conversation, creative expression, or group engagement, my focus remains on providing practical, confidential support tailored to your unique journey.

Services Offered:

Corporate Workshops
Mental health and well-being workshops delivered in workplace settings, covering topics like stress management, resilience, and communication.
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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Psychoeducation
Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.
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Stress Management
Techniques and strategies for managing the body and mind's response to excessive demands, including relaxation, cognitive restructuring, and lifestyle changes.
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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
Adolescents
Adults
Organisations

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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Life Transitions
Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.
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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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Career Issues
Work-related difficulties such as chronic dissatisfaction, conflict, burnout, uncertainty about direction, or the stress of career change.
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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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.
Trauma Therapy
Therapeutic approaches specifically designed to help people process and recover from traumatic experiences.
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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.
Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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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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