I am a registered counsellor (social worker), certified coach and facilitator, offering both face-to-face and online services to individuals, groups, and teams. I work with individuals - leaders included - who seek support in navigating personal or professional challenges.

My academic background and experience have equipped me with a deep understanding of both the individual and the organisation.

My original career interest and experience began in mental health and counselling, working with addiction, trauma, grief, anxiety, burnout, change and workplace dynamics of conflict and harassment. My curiosity in supporting individuals within organisations and enabling these reciprocal relationships to thrive, evolved when I assumed corporate HR leadership roles for 25 years within the petroleum and retail sectors (Engen and Woolworths). During these years, I developed my experience in organisational culture interventions, leadership development, team effectiveness, performance management, talent management and employee relations. I developed significant insight and appreciation for the challenges that individuals experience both in the workplace and personally. Every team member and leader is simply a group of unique individuals, all of whom are often receiving less support than they may need.

A quote by Sophie Bush that I came across during my time in the corporate world still resonates with me:

"You are allowed to be a masterpiece and a work in progress at the same time."

This mindset reminds us that we all have unique strengths and abilities that remain intact while we continue to grow and develop. When we are supported in recognising this (in the safe, confidential space of counselling or coaching), we are enabled to thrive without the need for unnecessary "armour". When we begin to understand how our innate need to protect ourselves (in various ways) may also prevent us from finding meaningful solutions to situations, we learn to navigate ourselves with more confidence.

My interest in neuroscience and the power of a growth mindset led me to pursue further studies and earn a coaching qualification. This expanded my skill set and has enabled me to offer both counselling and coaching in my independent private practice.

I also offer workshops, which are available both online and in person, and can be tailored to meet the needs of your environment and audience. These sessions are practical, insightful, and immediately applicable to real-life situations.

I know that when individuals are equipped with knowledge, they are empowered to find new ways of addressing challenges that once seemed insurmountable.

Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." – Nelson Mandela

Get in touch

connect@celinebentley.com

Online & In Person Consultations Available

Based in Durban, South Africa