A South African counselor for South Africans in the US.
No insurance forms, no long wait, and no explaining what “just now” means. Talk to someone from home.
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 140,000 South Africans live in the United States, many in Georgia, Texas, Florida, New York and California. Whether you came on an H-1B, an L-1, a green card or for study, the move brings pressures that are hard to name: distance from family, a different pace of work, and a country that doesn’t always understand where you come from.
Finding a counselor in the US can mean insurance networks, high fees and long waits. With MyTruth you book online in minutes and talk to a registered South African counselor who already knows your world.
We see South Africans across the United States, including Atlanta, Houston, Dallas, New York, Florida, San Diego, Los Angeles and Charlotte. Sessions are online, so it doesn’t matter where you live.
Times that work for you
| Your time | South African time |
|---|---|
| 07:00 New York | 13:00–14:00 SA |
| 12:00 New York / 09:00 California | 18:00–19:00 SA |
| 21:00 California | 06:00–07:00 SA (next day) |
The booking screen shows every time in your own time zone automatically.
Questions South Africans in the United States ask us
Is this covered by my US health insurance?
Usually not. Our counselors are registered in South Africa, not in your state, so most US insurers won’t reimburse sessions. Sessions are paid privately, often for less than a US out-of-network session.
Can I find a time with the time difference?
Yes. South Africa is 6 hours ahead of New York and 9 hours ahead of California (it changes slightly with daylight saving). Most clients book early morning or lunchtime their time.
Is a South African counselor allowed to see me in the US?
Rules on online counselling across borders differ by state. Our counselors work under South African registration and rules, and we ask you to check that this suits you where you live.
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 · UAE · New Zealand · Canada · Netherlands · Germany
What we help with
- Homesickness and holiday seasons away from family
- Work pressure and burnout in US corporate culture
- Visa and green-card stress
- Guilt and worry about family in SA
- Raising kids between two cultures
- Loneliness and building community from scratch
Simple from the first click.
01
Choose a time in your time zone
ET/CT/PT — SA is 6–9 hours ahead, so our afternoon and evening slots meet your morning, and early SA mornings work for the West Coast evening.
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.