About Me
After finishing my Honors in Psychology at the University of Pretoria, I completed training and registered as a Specialist Wellness Counselor utilizing the STREPCO approach to therapy. I believe in following a holistic approach, taking into account all aspects of the individual i.e. physical, emotional, mental and spiritual, that is affecting the individual’s well-being.
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I also am a firm believer that therapy should be practical and that the desired outcomes and expectations should be clearly defined and agreed upon. The Therapist – Client relationship is one of mutual trust, respect and an understanding that both parties play an integral role to the success of the therapeutic interventions.
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I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Emotional Analytic Therapy, Projective Testing, Play Therapy, Relationship Therapy, Childhood Redefining Deductive Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Trauma Incident Reduction Therapy and Transaction Analysis and each session is carefully planned to employ the most appropriate therapy to address the different aspects contributing to the client’s sense of loss, grief, pain or dysfunctional behaviors and/or emotions.
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I have also developed a unique therapeutic approach aimed at addressing all forms of addictions as I have a particular compassion towards people trapped in the devastating cycle of addictive behaviors and its effect on not only the addicted person but the whole family unit and the community at large.
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I am passionate about helping people and have served in various ministries in the pastoral field and believe in the Power of our Lord Jesus Christ in setting people free from depression, anxiety and addiction.
Psychological Therapies are, however, very valuable tools that I use to try and help people from all walks of life and belief systems and I respect the privacy and needs of all my clients, always working within the boundaries that they have set for therapy.
Psalm 30:5
"Weeping May endure for a night, but joy comes in the Morning"
Weight-Loss Counselling
Excessive weight-gain or the inability to lose weight is most often an indication of underlying emotional problems that if left unaddressed will frustrate every attempt to be healthy and feel attractive.
Trauma Counselling
Traumatic events can leave lasting imprints on our psyche and leaving it unchecked can develop into full-blown psychological and behavioural disturbances later on in life. I can help immediately following a traumatic event to help victims understand
Relationship Counselling
Following the IMAGO model to Relationship therapy, I help the couple, over the course of 12 sessions to:
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Get to know their partner’s needs
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Identify childhood wounds hurting their relationship
Teenager Counselling
Teenagers are in a unique phase of their development where their need to find and express their individuality whilst still feeling accepted make them especially susceptible to peer pressure.
Whatever your needs are as an individual or as a family needing a mediator as in addiction interventions, traumatic experiences or other crisis that requires the help of an objective and caring outsider, I am here to assist. I also offer virtual counselling for those individuals too far away to schedule a personal counselling session. Some people also prefer the safety that virtual counselling offer in terms of their personal emotional boundaries or physical health concerns
Career Counselling
I provide specialized career guidance to students and working professionals. As a Certified Career Analyst am able to give clear and accurate career recommendations using cutting-edge technology and data analysis that combines objective psychometric testing measuring personality, interests, skills&abilities, learning style and career values&motivators with comprehensive knowledge of over 3000 careers. For more information please go to https://marelizenaylor.edumilestones.com/
Specializing in Addiction Therapy, Weight-loss, Grief & Trauma Counselling, Relationship Therapy and Mental Health Support
Addiction Counselling
Following a unique approach to Addiction Therapy I offer an emphatic and non-judgmental space where my clients can explore the reasons why they started engaging in these dysfunctional behaviors
Grief Counselling
Loss happens to us all at some point or another, but sometimes, depending on the circumstances of the individual some find it impossible to let go and move on. With a compassionate understanding of how grief impacts
Depression & Anxiety
With so many people falling victim to the devastating effects of depression and anxiety, I understand well how overwhelming and seemingly hopeless these prolonged attacks on our emotions (depression) and our thoughts (anxiety) can feel like
Virtual Counselling &/or Family Counselling
Contact Me
For any questions you have, you can reach me here:
Marelize Naylor
Mobile: 083 417 5940
Email: marelizenaylorcounselling@gmail.com
Physical Consultation (On Appointment):
Kingdom Ministries of Christ
Arrarat Rd, Dagbreek, Welkom
9459
Banking details:
FNB Cheque Account
Account number: 622 960 5454
Branch: 250655
