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Gideon Hanekom
Specialist Wellness Counsellor
When relationships feel stuck, I help couples and individuals understand recurring conflict, distance and unmet needs—and explore practical ways forward. In English or Afrikaans, online across South Africa.
First session discount available Bulk session discount available
Language Afrikaans · English
Working With Adults · Couples · Elderly · Groups
Session Style Conversational and exploratory · Practical and action-oriented · Reflective and insight-oriented · Goal-oriented
Faith-Specific Approach Atheist · Christian · Spiritual · Traditional African
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Couples & marriage Relationships & intimacy Communication & conflict Dating & break-ups Meaning & life direction Major life changes Burnout Work-life balance Workplace conflict Leadership & team pressure Sustainable performance Shame & self-acceptance Anxiety & stress Stress & overwhelm Trust & betrayal Confidence & assertiveness Decision-making Habits & follow-through Motivation & procrastination Self-esteem & self-worth
Methods I use
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Humanistic / Person-Centred Therapy Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
I start with the pattern, not a ready-made technique. Together we explore what keeps happening, what each person may need, and how everyday pressures shape responses. My approach draws on needs-based and systems thinking, with selected person-centred, acceptance- and commitment-informed, solution-focused and cognitive-behavioural techniques where useful. You bring your experience; I bring structure and perspective. We choose a workable focus and review it together. I don't promise to fix a partner or guarantee an outcome.
An insight from my experience
About me
Why do people who care about each other keep getting stuck in the same patterns? That question sits at the heart of my work. I'm Gideon, an ASCHP-registered Specialist Wellness Counsellor and creator of The Relationship Guy. I focus on relationship concerns such as recurring conflict, emotional distance, and communication difficulties, supporting both couples and individuals, even when a partner… ›››
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