Zulfaa Friester
Registered Counsellor
Cape Town
Summary
Passionate Registered Counsellor with a solid foundation in supporting individuals through their recovery processes and traumatic life experiences. Demonstrates ability to create a safe and supportive environment for vulnerable persons and assisting clients with effective care plans. Proven track record of empathy and effective communication skills, ensuring clients receive the care they need. Skilled in crisis intervention and demonstrated expertise in cognitive-behavioural therapy and motivational interviewing techniques. I am organized and dependable at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities and open to learning.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Registered Counsellor/ Addiction Therapist
S.MA.R.T/ Helderberg CARES
12.2020 - Current
- Provide the Matrix Intensive Outpatient Alcohol and Drug Treatment Programme.
- Conduct screening, assessment, and treatment for clients with substance use disorders.
- Conducted counselling using a wide range of methods, including face-to-face, phone, live chat and Zoom.
- Develop individualized treatment plans for clients based on difficulties and goals required.
- Facilitate individual, group, and family psychotherapy, education, and support.
- Provide post-treatment support and recovery groups.
- Kept detailed records up to date, maintaining strict confidentiality to safeguard clients.
Registered Counsellor/ Matrix Addiction Therapist
City of Cape Town, City Health Matrix Clinics
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Conduct Matrix 16- week Intensive Outpatient Treatment Alcohol and Drug Treatment programme.
- Conduct screening interviews, assessments, develop treatment plans and conduct individual, group and family sessions.
- Administration, session, referral and progress reports, file and record management
Registered Counsellor Training/ Psychology Practicum Student
Rape Crisis
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Followed practicum requirements, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
- Collaborated closely with supervisors to discuss case progressions, receive guidance on best practices, and ensure ethical decision making.
- Participated in weekly supervision meetings, allowing for self-reflection and professional growth as a therapist in training.
- Engaged in continuous professional development through attending the Rape Crisis Training post completion of practical.
Education
Honours - Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
University of the Western Cape
Cape Town, South AfricaBachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of the Western Cape
Cape Town, South AfricaMasters - Thesis Psychology
University of the Western Cape
Cape Town, South AfricaSkills
Addiction recovery facilitator
Client counselling/Group counselling
Client records management
Mental health support
Crisis intervention
Behavior modification
Skilled in intake interviewing
Psychoeducation
Relapse prevention
Treatment Planning
Adept at conflict resolution
Family Conjoints
Suicide risk assessment
Affiliations
HPCSA Registered: PRC 0031780
Certification
HPCSA- PRC OO31780
Timeline
Registered Counsellor/ Addiction Therapist
S.MA.R.T/ Helderberg CARES
12.2020 - Current
Registered Counsellor/ Matrix Addiction Therapist
City of Cape Town, City Health Matrix Clinics
07.2017 - 06.2019
Registered Counsellor Training/ Psychology Practicum Student
Rape Crisis
01.2016 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of the Western Cape
Masters - Thesis Psychology
University of the Western Cape
Honours - Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
University of the Western Cape
References
Nicola Arendse
Executive Director at Helderberg CARES
021 850 0792
Email: nicola@smart-sa.org
Saadia Cassiem
Social worker
079 628 9080
Email: saadia.cassiem@capetown.gov.za
Barbara Williams
Counselling co-ordinator at Rape Crisis Cape Town Trust
021 684 1180
Email: barbara@rapecrisis.org.za