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About Maria Kalymnios Registered Counselling
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As a Registered Counsellor in Cape Town, my practice is dedicated to unlocking the potential of every client, empowering adolescents, young adults, and students to navigate challenges, build resilience, and achieve emotional well-being.
I provide a safe, compassionate, and culturally sensitive space for self-exploration, personal growth, and skill development, emphasising the power of a strong therapeutic relationship.
With expertise in anxiety, academic stress, self-esteem, family dynamics, trauma, and career guidance, I also offer psychometric assessments to support informed decision-making. Whether you’re looking for a youth counsellor near you or online therapy in South Africa, my goal is to help you discover your inner strength and thrive.
Services
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Comprehensive Counselling Services for Individuals, Families & Schools | In-Person & Online
Maria is a Registered Counsellor in Cape Town, dedicated to providing a wide range of counselling services to individuals, families, and educational institutions. Whether you're seeking personal support, school-related assessments, or career guidance, every service is tailored to meet your unique needs.
Explore Our Counselling Services:
✔ Individual Counselling – Support for anxiety, stress, self-esteem, trauma, and more
✔ Group Workshops – Focused on self-esteem, emotional regulation, and resilience-building
✔ School-Readiness Assessments – Helping young learners transition smoothly
✔ Subject Choice Assessments – Empowering students to make informed academic decisions
✔ Career Guidance & Psychometric Assessments – Personalized support for career planning
Whether you're looking for an experienced counsellor near you or prefer online therapy in South Africa, Maria provides a safe, supportive, and professional space to help you thrive.
Counselling Approach
Counselling Approach
Counselling Approach
Holistic & Solution-Focused Counselling for Optimal Mental Health
Maria adopts a holistic counselling approach, integrating ecosystemic and solution-focused methods to support clients in achieving lasting emotional well-being.
Believing in the power of community and collaboration, she works in a multidisciplinary manner, making referrals to social workers, occupational therapists (OTs), and clinical/educational psychologists when needed. This ensures that every client receives comprehensive, personalized care tailored to their unique challenges.
With training in evidence-based counselling techniques, Maria is committed to guiding individuals toward optimal mental health, resilience, and personal growth. Whether you need a Registered Counsellor in Cape Town or prefer online therapy in South Africa, she provides a safe, supportive space for healing and transformation.
Biography
Counselling Approach
Counselling Approach
Experienced Counsellor with a Strong Background in Psychology & Education
Maria brings a unique blend of expertise to her counselling practice, combining psychometric assessments, a strong foundation in Psychology, and international teaching experience working with children, teens, and students.
Her successful internship at a local high school provided invaluable insights into the challenges students face, from academic stress to mental health concerns, allowing her to tailor support to their needs.
Maria also contributed as a Group Facilitator for a UCT research project, leading evidence-based workshops for adolescents dealing with anxiety and depression. This experience deepened her understanding of youth mental health and strengthened her solution-focused, holistic approach.
Whether you're seeking a Registered Counsellor in Cape Town, expert career guidance, school counselling, or online therapy in South Africa, Maria provides a compassionate and professional space for growth and healing.