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Psychology Graduate
Centurion

Summary

Honours Psychology and Humanitas Counselling graduate with a strong passion for becoming a counselling psychologist. Currently pursuing opportunities to enhance personal and professional competencies while working toward long-term career goals. Recognised for strong interpersonal communication, empathy, and a commitment to continuous growth. I am trustworthy and well-organised, able to manage multiple duties at once, while keeping a positive outlook, and willing to accept more responsibility to support and accomplish collective goals.

Overview

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year of professional experience
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Languages

Work History

Counselling Intern

Humanitas Training Centre
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • Completed a 220-hour counselling internship at Humanitas Training Centre, where I offered free online counselling via the Vita Nova Counselling platform.
  • Counselled clients to help them understand and navigate personal and psychological challenges
  • Maintained confidentiality and adhered to ethical standards throughout all interactions with clients, colleagues, and supervisors.
  • Developed strong rapport with diverse clients by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and cultural sensitivity during counselling sessions.

Volunteer

Swallows Nest
02.2025 - 05.2025
  • Company Overview: Volunteered at Swallows Nest through Humanitas, focusing on developmental activities and implementing basic play-based interventions with children.
  • Provided counselling support to staff as needed.

Community Project Participant

Second Recovery Centre
10.2024 - 11.2024
  • Participated in a community project with Second Recovery Centre in Mamelodi, gaining hands-on experience in community-based mental health support.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Participated in team project, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.

Education

Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) in Psychology - Psychology

University of Pretoria
Hatfield, South Africa
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Criminology

University of Pretoria
Hatfield, South Africa
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

High School Zwartkop
Centurion, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Fast learner

  • Positive attitude

  • Active listening skills

  • Self-awareness and emotional intelligence

  • Attention to detail

  • Organised and efficient

  • Time management

  • Telephone etiquette

  • Teamwork and collaboration

  • Adaptability and dependability

  • Respect for and adherence to ethical standards

  • Computer literacy / Computer skills

Timeline

Volunteer

Swallows Nest
02.2025 - 05.2025

Counselling Intern

Humanitas Training Centre
01.2025 - 05.2025

Community Project Participant

Second Recovery Centre
10.2024 - 11.2024

Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) in Psychology - Psychology

University of Pretoria
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Criminology

University of Pretoria
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

High School Zwartkop
04.2001 -

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