MY STORY
A Licensed Professional Here to Guide You
I’m Emile Vermaas, a Counselling Psychologist based in Welkom- here to walk with you through some of life’s most complex and difficult matters. I truly care about my clients’ well-being, and guarantee professional, discreet counselling and psychological services tailored to your needs.
My professional journey started in 2010, working at the North-West University in Potchefstroom, afterwards, serving in the South African National Defence Force for four years.
In 2015, I started my practice in Robertson, and it is registered with most medical aids, and with the Board of Healthcare Funders of Southern Africa.
In 2023, my wife, our two beagles, and I moved back to my home town in Welkom, to pursue closer relationships with family and get involved with a new community.
My therapeutic approach is informed by Existential psychology, Gestalt therapy, Christian Biblical counselling, and Psychodynamic theory.
Get in touch with me today for more information.
MY QUALIFICATIONS
BACHELOR OF ARTS (BIBLICAL COUNSELLING AND PSYCHOLOGY
North-West University (NWU) in Potchefstroom.
January 2005- December 2007
HONOURS BACHELOR OF ARTS (PSYCHOLOGY)
North-West University (NWU) in Potchefstroom.
January - December 2008
MASTER OF ARTS (COUNSELLING PSYCHOLOGY)
North-West University (NWU) in Potchefstroom.
January 2009 - December 2010
PSYCHOLOGIST IN INDEPENDENT PRACTICE
Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) Registration
Since August 2011
QUESTIONS
DO YOU TAKE MEDICAL AID?
My practice is registered with most medical aids in South Africa and Namibia, and my office will submit claims to your aid on your behalf. It may still be prudent, however, to check with your provider on whether they will cover sessions with me, yourself.
Should you wish to pay for your sessions privately, we offer competitive rates. Please see the fees structure for more.
HOW LONG DOES EACH THERAPY SESSION TAKE?
Most sessions are 50 minutes long. Some services (such as psychometric testing) may require more time, and so rates are calculated according to National Guidelines.
WHAT KIND OF THERAPY DO YOU DO?
The term "Psychotherapy" is used to describe the kind of therapy exclusively practised by Psychologists.
I prefer to commit to short-term therapy, working out of an Existentialist perspective, and this usually ranges between 10-15 sessions.
Can’t find the answer to your question? Contact us today and I’ll get back to you ASAP.