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Gerhard Coetzee

@gerhardcoetzee

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Experienced Specialist Wellness Counsellor with 25 years of expertise.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that allows me to continue supporting individuals in need, fostering mental health and wellbeing within communities.

I am an ASCHP certified Specialist Wellness Counsellor with a doctoral degree in Clinical Pastoral Care. Over the past 25 years, I have dedicated my career to providing compassionate and effective counselling services. My extensive educational background, including a Bachelor in Arts and a Bachelor in Theology from the University of Pretoria, has equipped me with a deep understanding of psychological principles and pastoral care.

Throughout my career, I have worked with the Dutch Reformed Church, where I honed my skills in pastoral counselling, group counselling, and guidance for marriage and youth. I have also developed training courses for corporate clients, focusing on curriculum development and creating engaging educational materials. My recent role as a Pastoral Counsellor has allowed me to support retired members of two congregations, organizing seminars aimed at enhancing their overall wellbeing.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Pastoral Counsellor

Self Employed

Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 8 months)

Offered pastoral counselling specifically to retired members of two congregations. Organized preventative seminars aimed at enhancing the overall wellbeing of retired individuals within the community.

Counselling Community Engagement Mental Health Support

Curriculum Developer

Self Employed

Jan 2003 - Present (22 years 8 months)

Developed training courses for corporate clients, ensuring alignment with Unit Standards as required by the Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA). Designed curriculum to meet specific industry needs and regulatory requirements.

Curriculum Development Corporate Training SETA Unit Standards Instructional Design Content Creation Educational Program Management

Pastor

Dutch Reformed Church

Jan 1984 - Present (41 years 8 months)

Provided pastoral counselling, group counselling, and hospital ministry. Guided individuals through marriage and youth challenges, and supported those with alcohol dependency, depression, and anxiety.

Counselling Hospital Ministry Marriage Guidance Youth Guidance Alcohol Dependency Support Anxiety Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Stellenbosch

Doctor of Theology, Pastoral Counselling

1985 -

Completed a doctoral degree with a thesis titled 'The Pastoral Care towards the Person Experiencing Anxiety'. This advanced study focused on pastoral counselling.

University of Pretoria

Bachelor of Theology, Theology

1976 -

Focused on Greek, Hebrew, New Testament, Old Testament, Contact Pastoral Care, and Dogmatics. This degree provided a theological foundation for pastoral work.