About Janine
Compassionate, Client-Centred Counselling for Individuals, Couples, and Families
Life presents us with moments of joy, challenge, and transformation. At times, we all need a space to reflect, heal, and grow. Janine is a dedicated counsellor with a passion for helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s complexities with confidence and resilience. Her approach is grounded in creating a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.
With expertise in individual counselling, adolescent therapy, couples counselling, family therapy, and sexology, Janine tailors her approach to meet the unique needs of each client. She believes that self-awareness and emotional insight are key to personal growth, and her goal is to guide clients toward a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships.
Janine’s Approach
Janine’s counselling style is rooted in a non-directive behaviourist methodology, allowing clients to explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace. She believes that individuals are the experts of their own experiences and that therapy should be a collaborative journey. Through active listening, empathy, and reflection, she helps clients recognize patterns in their emotions, behaviours, and relationships, enabling them to make informed and intentional choices.
She also acknowledges the complexities of life and relationships, helping clients embrace their authentic selves while developing effective coping strategies. Whether addressing personal struggles, mental health challenges, relationship concerns, or life transitions, Janine offers a personalized and supportive approach to healing and growth.
Areas of Expertise
Individual Adult Counselling
For those seeking personal development, emotional support, or guidance through life’s challenges, Janine provides a space for self-exploration, healing, and transformation. She helps clients uncover the underlying influences on their emotions and behaviours, fostering greater self-awareness and resilience.
Adolescent Counselling
Teenagers face unique emotional and psychological challenges, from self-esteem and identity struggles to academic stress and mental health concerns. Janine offers developmentally appropriate counselling for adolescents aged 13 and older, providing tools to manage anxiety, build confidence, and improve relationships with family and peers.
Adolescent Counselling
Relationships require ongoing care and communication. Whether addressing conflict resolution, emotional connection, or intimacy concerns, Janine helps couples break unhelpful patterns and develop healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Her integrative approach supports partners in building trust, improving communication, and deepening their emotional and physical connection.
Prenatal & Postnatal Counselling
Pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood bring both joy and challenges. As a counsellor, doula, and childbirth educator, Janine supports expectant and new parents in navigating emotional, psychological, and relational changes. From birth preparation to postpartum adjustment, she provides guidance on mental health, relationships, and self-care during this transformative stage of life.
Sexology & Intimacy Counselling
Sexual health and emotional intimacy are integral to well-being. With training in sexology, Janine helps individuals and couples address concerns related to sexuality, desire, communication, and relationship satisfaction. She provides a safe and non-judgmental space for exploring these topics, empowering clients to cultivate confidence and deeper connections.
Family Counselling
Family dynamics can be complex, influenced by life transitions, conflicts, parenting challenges, and generational differences. Janine works with families to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen relationships, ensuring that each member feels heard and valued.
Training & Qualifications
Registered Specialist Wellness Counsellor (ASCHP)
- Currently completingMSc in Sexual Psychology and Sexual Therapy – AIHE, Germany and London Metropolitan University, UK (2026/2027)
- Introduction to Sexology – SACAP, Cape Town (2024)
- Counselling Internship – Family Counselling Centre, Cape Town (2024)
- BA (Hons) Psychology – IIE Varsity College, Cape Town (2023)
- Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) – IIE Varsity College, Cape Town (2022)
- HypnoBirthing Practitioner Certification – HypnoBirthing Institute, USA (2014)
- WOMBS Doula Certification – WOMBS, Cape Town (2013)
- BSocSci in Psychological Studies – University of Cape Town (1999–2001)
Accessible, Flexible Support
Recognizing that everyone’s journey is different, Janine offers both in-person and online counselling to ensure that clients have access to the support they need, wherever they are. Her flexible approach allows individuals, couples, and families to engage in therapy in a way that best suits their lifestyle and comfort.
With a compassionate and evidence-based methodology, Janine is committed to helping clients develop self-awareness, resilience, and emotional well-being. No matter where you are in your journey, she is here to support you in creating a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Ready to take the first step?
Book a session today and start your journey toward healing, self-discovery, and meaningful change.
