Online Counselling & Stress Management
Online Counseling
& Stress Management
Rebuild balance in your life with trauma-informed and client-centered counselling
ASCHP Registered Wellness Counsellor
Experience with ages 15-35
About
Meet Dirike
About
Meet Dirike
My approach is Humanistic and Client-Centered, which means I trust that you are the expert on your own life. We will always move at a pace that feels comfortable for you. Whether you're dealing with daily stressors or processing past trauma, my goal is to create a warm, empowering space where you feel safe to explore your story. I also have a strong interest in somatic (mind-body) counselling, helping you understand not just how you think, but how your body holds onto stress.
ASCHP
Registered. 220+ hours experience
ASCHP
Registered. 220+ hours experience
BCom IndPsy
With BA Hons in Commercial Psychology
BCom IndPsy
With BA Hons in Commercial Psychology
BA Hons Psych
To be completed in 2026
BA Hons Psych
To be completed in 2026
"Numa represents the breath or spirit of the inner life force and the holistic healing of the soul."
"Numa represents the breath or spirit of the inner life force and the holistic healing of the soul."
Process
Your Healing Journey, Step by Step
A supportive process designed to move at your pace.
Intake Session
We get to know you, understand what brought you here, and clarify your goals. Together, we explore what feels realistic and supportive moving forward.
Intake Session
We get to know you, understand what brought you here, and clarify your goals. Together, we explore what feels realistic and supportive moving forward.
Intake Session
We get to know you, understand what brought you here, and clarify your goals. Together, we explore what feels realistic and supportive moving forward.
Guided Progress
Over the next few sessions, we build a supportive framework for your goals and begin the work of moving to achieve them.
Guided Progress
Over the next few sessions, we build a supportive framework for your goals and begin the work of moving to achieve them.
Guided Progress
Over the next few sessions, we build a supportive framework for your goals and begin the work of moving to achieve them.
Progress Check-In
You’re invited to share how the counselling process has been changing your life, and we explore the meaningful progress you’ve made.
Progress Check-In
You’re invited to share how the counselling process has been changing your life, and we explore the meaningful progress you’ve made.
Progress Check-In
You’re invited to share how the counselling process has been changing your life, and we explore the meaningful progress you’ve made.
Continued Alignment
We use your feedback to adjust the remaining sessions so the work continues to support your goals.
Continued Alignment
We use your feedback to adjust the remaining sessions so the work continues to support your goals.
Continued Alignment
We use your feedback to adjust the remaining sessions so the work continues to support your goals.
Final Reflection
A slower, more relaxed session where we look back on your progress. You’re welcome to bring something meaningful as we reflect and close together.
Final Reflection
A slower, more relaxed session where we look back on your progress. You’re welcome to bring something meaningful as we reflect and close together.
Final Reflection
A slower, more relaxed session where we look back on your progress. You’re welcome to bring something meaningful as we reflect and close together.
Open-Door Policy
Support doesn’t have to be ongoing to be available. After your sessions conclude, you’re welcome to reconnect whenever you feel the need.
Open-Door Policy
Support doesn’t have to be ongoing to be available. After your sessions conclude, you’re welcome to reconnect whenever you feel the need.
Open-Door Policy
Support doesn’t have to be ongoing to be available. After your sessions conclude, you’re welcome to reconnect whenever you feel the need.
Who we are
A Different Kind of Support
Fully Confidential
Privacy is our priority. All sessions are confidential, with a clear agreement in place from the start.
Fully Confidential
Privacy is our priority. All sessions are confidential, with a clear agreement in place from the start.
Fully Confidential
Privacy is our priority. All sessions are confidential, with a clear agreement in place from the start.
Client Guided
From the first session, where we lay out your needs and goals, we shape the work around what feels right for you.
Client Guided
From the first session, where we lay out your needs and goals, we shape the work around what feels right for you.
Client Guided
From the first session, where we lay out your needs and goals, we shape the work around what feels right for you.
Ongoing Support
Regular check-ins help us reflect on progress and adjust sessions so the support continues to meet you where you are.
Ongoing Support
Regular check-ins help us reflect on progress and adjust sessions so the support continues to meet you where you are.
Ongoing Support
Regular check-ins help us reflect on progress and adjust sessions so the support continues to meet you where you are.
Testimonials
Stories of Support
Dirike is devoted to creating a safe and non-judgemental space where one won't hesitate to open up. Her empathetic ear and insightful feedback will never fail to make you feel lighter afterwards.
Chane Toerien
Dirike is devoted to creating a safe and non-judgemental space where one won't hesitate to open up. Her empathetic ear and insightful feedback will never fail to make you feel lighter afterwards.
Chane Toerien
Dirike is devoted to creating a safe and non-judgemental space where one won't hesitate to open up. Her empathetic ear and insightful feedback will never fail to make you feel lighter afterwards.
Chane Toerien
Dirike gave my silence a name and my emotions a language, helping me realize that my softness was not a flaw, but a form of strength. She didn’t just help me heal; she helped me remember who I’ve always been.
Mariah Madie
Dirike gave my silence a name and my emotions a language, helping me realize that my softness was not a flaw, but a form of strength. She didn’t just help me heal; she helped me remember who I’ve always been.
Mariah Madie
Dirike gave my silence a name and my emotions a language, helping me realize that my softness was not a flaw, but a form of strength. She didn’t just help me heal; she helped me remember who I’ve always been.
Mariah Madie
I’m an extremely unsure person and often don’t know which way to move forward. She always steered me into the right direction while allowing me to still make the final decision moving forward.
Emma Basson
I’m an extremely unsure person and often don’t know which way to move forward. She always steered me into the right direction while allowing me to still make the final decision moving forward.
Emma Basson
I’m an extremely unsure person and often don’t know which way to move forward. She always steered me into the right direction while allowing me to still make the final decision moving forward.
Emma Basson
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Faq's
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Where do you offer counselling?
Numa Counselling is based in Durbanville and offers virtual counselling sessions in Durbanville and across South Africa.
Are sessions online or in person?
All sessions are conducted virtually. Online counselling allows you to access professional support from the comfort and privacy of your own space. Sessions are held in a secure, confidential online setting.
What areas do you specialise in?
I provide client-focused counselling, centered on stress, emotional overwhelm, and everyday challenges that affect your ability to function and feel steady.
How much do sessions cost?
Each counselling session costs R200. Payment details are shared before your first session, and fees are discussed transparently so you know what to expect from the start.
Is online counselling confidential?
Yes. A confidentiality agreement is in place before your intake session. We use secure platforms to ensure your information and conversations remain protected.
Where do you offer counselling?
Numa Counselling is based in Durbanville and offers virtual counselling sessions in Durbanville and across South Africa.
Are sessions online or in person?
All sessions are conducted virtually. Online counselling allows you to access professional support from the comfort and privacy of your own space. Sessions are held in a secure, confidential online setting.
What areas do you specialise in?
I provide client-focused counselling, centered on stress, emotional overwhelm, and everyday challenges that affect your ability to function and feel steady.
How much do sessions cost?
Each counselling session costs R200. Payment details are shared before your first session, and fees are discussed transparently so you know what to expect from the start.
Is online counselling confidential?
Yes. A confidentiality agreement is in place before your intake session. We use secure platforms to ensure your information and conversations remain protected.