An English-speaking South African counsellor in Germany.
Counselling in your own language, without months on a waiting list or a German dictionary.
Written by Elza Berk, Founder & registered counsellor · ASCHP WCW/271 · 20+ years’ clinical experience · Updated 28 September 2026
Home is part of your story.
Around 20,000 South Africans live in Germany. Finding English-speaking support can mean months on a waiting list, and even then the counsellor may not understand where you come from.
Our registered South African counsellors work in English, Afrikaans and other South African languages, in your time zone, and you can usually start within days.
We see South Africans across Germany, including Berlin, Munich, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart and Düsseldorf. Sessions are online, so it doesn’t matter where you live.
Times that work for you
| Your time | South African time |
|---|---|
| 08:00 Berlin | 08:00–09:00 SA |
| 12:30 Berlin | 12:30–13:30 SA |
| 18:00 Berlin | 18:00–19:00 SA |
The booking screen shows every time in your own time zone automatically.
Questions South Africans in Germany ask us
Are sessions in English?
Yes — in English, Afrikaans, or several other South African languages. No German needed.
Will my Krankenkasse pay?
Usually not, because our counsellors are registered in South Africa. Sessions are paid privately.
How soon can I start?
Usually within a few days. You choose your counsellor and a time online.
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.
More about counselling for South Africans abroad →
Also for South Africans in: UK · Australia · USA · UAE · New Zealand · Canada · Netherlands
What we help with
- Language barriers and isolation
- Long waits for English-speaking care
- Bureaucracy and settling-in stress
- Homesickness and dark winters
- Career and work-culture pressure
- Relationship strain after the move
Simple from the first click.
01
Choose a time in your time zone
CET/CEST — the same time as SA for half the year and only an hour behind the rest, so 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.