A South African counsellor in Dubai and the UAE.
Private, confidential and only two hours behind you — a safe place to say what you can’t say at work.
Written by Elza Berk, Founder & registered counsellor · ASCHP WCW/271 · 20+ years’ clinical experience · Updated 28 September 2026
Home is part of your story.
An estimated 100,000 South Africans live and work in the UAE, often on contracts that bring good money and long hours. Many feel they can’t show strain at work, and that their stay is always temporary.
Talking privately to a South African counsellor, away from your employer and your expat circle, can make all the difference. Nothing about your sessions is ever shared with your employer.
We see South Africans across Dubai & the UAE, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Al Ain and Ras Al Khaimah. Sessions are online, so it doesn’t matter where you live.
Times that work for you
| Your time | South African time |
|---|---|
| 08:00 Dubai | 06:00 SA |
| 13:00 Dubai | 11:00 SA |
| 20:00 Dubai | 18:00 SA |
The booking screen shows every time in your own time zone automatically.
Questions South Africans in Dubai & the UAE ask us
Will my employer know?
No. We never share anything with employers. Your booking and payment come to you, not your company.
Which time works best?
The UAE is just two hours ahead of South Africa, so most of our slots fit before work, at lunch or in the evening.
How do I pay from overseas?
By card, Apple Pay or Google Pay through Yoco. International Visa, Mastercard and Amex cards are accepted, and you don’t need a South African bank account. Prices are in rand; your bank converts them.
Are your counsellors registered?
Yes. Every MyTruth counsellor is registered in South Africa with the HPCSA, ASCHP, CCSA or SACSSP and works under South African professional rules. Please check that receiving online counselling from a South African counsellor is fine where you live.
More about counselling for South Africans abroad →
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What we help with
- Burnout and long working hours
- Feeling temporary and unsettled
- Relationship strain and trailing-spouse loneliness
- Pressure to send money home
- Drinking more than you’d like
- Deciding whether to stay or go home
Simple from the first click.
01
Choose a time in your time zone
GST — only two hours ahead of SA, so almost any slot works.
02
Pay by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay
International cards accepted, no South African bank account needed.
03
Meet online
WhatsApp, Google Meet or Teams — whichever works for you.
People who do this work every day.
Janika Cumpsty
Head of Supervision
“You don’t have to do your inner work alone. I help clients identify their inherent strength and take action toward the change they truly want to see.”
- Childhood trauma
- PTSD / CPTSD
- Sexual trauma
English · Afrikaans · Dutch (reading)
Omashree Balie
Specialist Wellness Counsellor
“Seeking counselling is personal, difficult, and sometimes lonely — but the results are life-changing. I aim to make that journey as comfortable as possible.”
- Couples & marriage
- Divorce
- LGBTQIA+ affirming
English · Afrikaans
Mimi Shirindza
Registered Counsellor
“Every person carries the capacity for growth and renewal. My role is to walk alongside you as you rediscover and strengthen those inherent gifts.”
- Trauma
- Grief & loss
- Couples
English · Xitsonga · isiZulu
Hèlet Boustred
Registered Psychological Counsellor
“I have a strong passion for trauma work using Somatic Experiencing — a gentle, body-oriented approach that helps release stress and restore balance from within.”
- Trauma (Somatic Experiencing)
- Anxiety & depression
- Grief & loss
Afrikaans · English
Megan Andrew
Registered Counsellor
“I offer a safe space where clients feel heard and supported to better understand themselves, navigate life’s challenges, and move towards meaningful change.”
- ADHD & autism
- Perinatal support
- Trauma
English
Chris Theron
Registered Counsellor
“Life teaches us to keep it together even when we’re falling apart. I believe healing starts when someone walks beside you — not ahead of you.”
- Trauma
- Anxiety & stress
- Life transitions
English · Afrikaans
Your truth deserves to be heard.
Choose a counsellor who speaks your language and understands your world. Sessions are online, private and booked in minutes.