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"As a therapist, I believe in the power of healing through understanding and self-discovery. My goal is to support you on your journey towards mental well-being and inner peace"

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WELCOME TO MY PRACTICE

If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, navigating relationship challenges, or carrying the weight of trauma, know this: you don't have to face it alone. In our work together, you'll find a safe, supportive space to explore what you're going through, reconnect with yourself, and move forward with greater clarity and strength.

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About me

My name is Ren Catania

I'm a Registered Counsellor and Transformational Life Coach with over a decade of experience helping individuals and couples navigate life’s emotional challenges. My practice is rooted in empathy, deep listening, and evidence-based approaches that support healing, growth, and resilience.

I work from a trauma-informed perspective, integrating counselling and coaching techniques to meet you where you are - whether you’re facing anxiety, relationship difficulties, burnout, grief, or simply feeling stuck. I’m especially passionate about helping people reconnect with themselves, regain clarity, and move forward with confidence.

My background spans diverse cultural contexts and life stages, and I aim to create a compassionate space where your story matters.

Education & Qualifications

Honours Degree in Psychology
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
B-Psych Equivalent / Trauma Counselling
Transformational Life Coach Certification
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)

Professional Affiliations

Registered Counsellor, HPCSA (PRC 0020320), since 2013
Member, COMENSA (Coaches and Mentors of South Africa)

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Services

Life Coaching

Life can feel overwhelming - but you don’t have to navigate it alone.

My life coaching sessions are designed to help with personal growth and facing challenges with clarity and purpose. Through a compassionate, strengths-based approach, I support you in reconnecting with yourself, identifying your goals, and unlocking your potential.

Together, we’ll create space for growth, healing, and meaningful change.

What to Expect:

coaching sessions tailored to your goals
Clarity on values, direction, and patterns
Gentle guidance with practical next steps in becoming who you are and what matters most to you

General Counselling

Sometimes, life’s challenges feel too heavy to carry alone. Be brave and seek healing for emotional pain.

In our counselling sessions, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore what’s weighing on you and begin the process of healing. Whether you’re facing anxiety, loss, trauma, or difficult transitions, I’ll meet you with compassion, clinical insight, and genuine care.

Together, we’ll uncover what’s holding you back, strengthen your emotional resilience, and move toward greater peace, purpose, and connection.

What to Expect:

A safe, confidential space to talk freely
Trauma-informed and evidence-based support and copying strategies
Tools for emotional regulation and resilience
Flexible pacing — you set the tone

Relationship Coaching

Strong relationships are built on trust, understanding and open communication - yet even the closest bonds can face challenges.

I support individuals and couples in deepening connection, improving communication, and navigating conflict. Whether you're seeking to heal old patterns, rebuild trust, or grow together more intentionally, I provide a calm and supportive space to do the work.

Together, we’ll uncover what’s getting in the way and help you create healthier, more fulfilling relationships.

What to Expect:

Joint or individual sessions
Guided communication tools and exercises
Help navigating conflict, trust, attachment styles, emotional blocks, in-laws, boundaries,, intimacy issues.
Space to be heard without judgment