Phone

+27 71 3522 562

Email

mentor@askmareli.com

Hello there! I know it is not easy to reach out! Welcome to my space!

I have personally experienced the restoration process, and healing is truly wonderful. Restoration means finding empowerment, peace, and hope amidst life’s ups and downs. I am here to help you on your journey towards restoration and to support you in creating an empowered, peaceful, and hopeful life.

As a counsellor, my role is to walk alongside you during the challenges that are a natural part of being human. I aim to provide light in the darkness and help you navigate through whatever you are facing in your life now. Together, we can work towards finding solutions and creating a brighter future for you.

I understand that you may feel nervous about seeking counselling, and it’s important to me that you feel at ease in the counselling space. I strive to create an approachable, non-judgmental, and empathetic environment where you can feel comfortable expressing yourself freely. My top priorities are your well-being and comfort, and I am here to provide support and understanding throughout your counselling journey.

I work in English, Afrikaans and Portuguese (Brazilian).

Credentials and Training

✓ I hold a Master of Divinity Degree (Cum Laude) from the South African Theological Seminary (SATS).
✓ I hold a MINTS BA (Honors) in Theological Studies and Pastoral Counseling.
✓ I earned a BA in Theological Studies and Pastoral Counseling from MINTS, where I was honoured with the Dux Award upon completion.
✓ I hold a Bible School Certificate from Eden Christian Ministries and was awarded the ‘Bible School Student of the Year’ twice.

Professional Affiliations

Filadelfia Ministries: Reg No: MFM17/2017/MJC
Council of Counselors South Africa: Reg No: CO20308
Association of Certified Chaplains in South Africa: Reg No: 0118/24

Volunteer Experience

✓Dedicated thirteen years of service in my twenties to a non-profit Christian organization, assisting and supporting individuals with mental disabilities.
✓Passionately served as an online community leader and mentor for Power to Change for over fifteen years.
✓ I have been teaching at the Youth church at St. John’s Presbyterian Church since 2021.