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Holistic Counsellor
My work is guided by compassion, curiosity and genuine connection. I value creating a safe, non-judgemental space where people feel heard and understood, can explore their experiences, recognise their strengths and find their own way forward with greater awareness and kindness.
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https://headroom.co.za/user/renee-stopforth/ I draw from several complementary approaches and adapt them according to what feels most relevant to the client and what emerges in our work together. I may use mindfulness and somatic awareness to help clients notice what is happening in their body, emotions and thoughts, while IFS-informed principles can help explore different parts of ourselves with curiosity and compassion. My person-centred foundation means the client remains involved in deciding what feels meaningful to explore and at what pace. I also draw from an integrative approach, bringing together different perspectives and techniques rather than following one fixed method. I use these approaches to help clients develop greater self-awareness, understand their experiences more deeply and identify possibilities for meaningful change.
“ I have learned that people don't always need answers; sometimes they need a safe space to be heard, understood and accepted. When we feel genuinely seen and met with compassion rather than judgement, we can begin to reconnect with ourselves, recognise our strengths and find our own way forward.
“ “The quality of our relationships determines the quality of our lives.” — Esther Perel
“ Perhaps you've been holding a lot together for a long time. Perhaps you're feeling lost, stuck, overwhelmed or simply in need of someone to talk to. Whatever brings you here, you are welcome. You don't need to present a polished version of yourself or know what to say. We can begin wherever you are.
“ I believe that people have an innate capacity for growth, healing and change. Sometimes life experiences, loss, relationships or the ways we have learned to cope can make it difficult to access that part of ourselves. I believe that being genuinely seen, heard and met with compassion can create the safety we need to understand ourselves more deeply and find our own way forward.
“ What have you been carrying quietly that perhaps deserves a little more space, understanding and care?
I am a holistic counsellor with a deep interest in supporting people through life’s threshold space, those often tender and transformative times where one chapter ends, and another begins. My focus is on walking alongside individuals, particularly women, as they navigate grief, menopause, and other moments of transition that can feel disorienting or overwhelming. I bring presence, compassion, and steadiness… ›››
I am a holistic counsellor with a deep interest in supporting people through life’s threshold space, those often tender and transformative times where one chapter ends, and another begins. My focus is on walking alongside individuals, particularly women, as they navigate grief, menopause, and other moments of transition that can feel disorienting or overwhelming. I bring presence, compassion, and steadiness to my work, creating a safe and spacious environment where clients feel seen, heard, and held without judgment. My approach draws on mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding practices to help clients reconnect with their inner resources and move through challenges at a pace that feels right for them. With a Diploma in Counselling and a passion for holistic healing, I view each person as unique and whole, even in their struggles. My sessions are unhurried and supportive, offering time to process, reflect, and gently uncover the meaning within life’s changes. At the heart of my work is the belief that we are not meant to walk alone through difficult times. I see myself as a witness and companion on the journey, holding space for both the pain of loss and the possibility of renewal. If you are standing at a threshold whether through grief, change, or uncertainty, I am here to walk with you, offering guidance, care, and presence as you find your way forward. ‹‹‹

What difference is the support you are receiving making for you, and what would you want someone else to know about getting support?
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Renee has been pivotal in helping me turn my life around. I am deeply grateful for her guidance, for holding space for me, for always being kind and…
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