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Carla McIntosh

Sometimes we want to reach out, but don't know where to start.

You Are Not Alone! Reach out.

With the ever-changing, fast paced and demanding world we live in, living in “harmony” is becoming more challenging.
 
All we may need is to make sense of, refine or redefine how we live, work, socialize and express our core purpose.

My life and work experiences create the space for conversations of “discovery and expression” – no matter who you are or what you are going through.
My life and work experiences (Click to read more about me)

I have had the unique opportunity to work within mental health with the youth and adults across a number of settings. With counselling and coaching privately for individuals and groups; working in corporate human resources and consulting for a non-profit project (See LinkedIn), I have come to appreciate working with various people from different backgrounds, ages, situations and challenges.  I have also worked through and continue to grow through my personal challenges, which humbles and strengthens me to live out my core purpose.

 

As I am a spiritual being who believes in the beauty of "connectedness" and living in the present - I try to live that out in all I do. I appreciate the daily blessings &/ challenges of being a woman, parent, sibling and friend, whilst managing our home, my career and creating space for improved health and wellbeing.  Spending time with my family, friends and animals, walking (and being present) on the beach or in nature, writing, reading, painting / drawing and pottering in my garden are amongst my favourite things to do.

I have come to work more with the youth and adults in “surviving, healing and thriving”, which involves crisis / trauma debriefing, health and wellbeing counselling and coaching.

"At our CORE, we have a purpose and the strength to thrive – be open to the ever changing process of discovery and expression.”

- Carla McIntosh
how to survive a painful experience

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You are not alone -
Reach out.
You can overcome this!

how to start healing after a painful experience

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Live your best life -
Own your condition or pain.
Gain back your power!

how to start thriving after a painful experience

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Live out your core purpose-
Know your worth.
Live life to the fullest!

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Want to speak privately online or in-person?

I operate online through virtual conferencing and/or in-person, from my premises in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. Practicing as a Registered Psychological Counsellor (with HPCSA #PRC 0001457 & BHF Practice #0213829), I am available to support you with a more affordable service, which can also be claimed from most major medical aids (in South Africa). My candid, compassionate, professional and relaxed approach works well when debriefing those who are or have gone through a traumatic experience; counselling those with health and wellbeing challenges and / or coaching employees, no matter the situation or workspace they find themselves in.

I also team up with a caring and competent network of healthcare practitioners, who can support a holistic treatment plan.

Need employee wellbeing support?

Our fluid workspaces require leaders to consider the impacts of the psycho-socio and economical changes and demands on employee wellbeing, as it proves to be directly linked to employee performance.  Sustainable solutions require sincere engagement practices and opportunities of ”employee self-care” within their workspace - I support businesses with professional and confidential counselling and coaching services to achieve this.
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Want to connect in with others who are in a similar situation?

Core to my purpose, I believe in a “community of shared understanding and support”, for improved WELLBEING – Be it Body, Mind or Soul…Be it at home or in your workspace. Connecting in with others who are in a similar situation and sharing information and inspiration creates a platform for support, which we can all use – from time to time. In addition to individual and group counselling, I am passionate about connecting with others to make a difference in lives, families, relationships, community and workspace.
No matter your need, feel free to contact me to enquire about my services and rates.
I understand that it is a personal journey that requires a good fit!

Call or message me on +27 (0) 72 4848 435 to start your healing journey today!
Further information on Carla McIntosh’s Terms of Service and the counselling process will be sent to you, prior to our session.

In the case of an emergency

Please contact your General Practitioner (GP), nearest hospital or the relevant helpline below. (in South Africa)

South Africa Suicide Crisis Line: 0800 12 13 14
Lifeline National: 0861 322 322
Childline (for Teens too): 08 000 55 555
SADAG Helpline (Depression, Anxiety, Suicide) 0800 567 567 or SMS 31393.
Police: 10111
Ambulance: 10177
Emergency call from your mobile: 112

For international suicide prevention helplines, please link to Facebook’s registry on https://www.facebook.com/help/594991777257121/ 

Find your purpose...Live with meaning...Thrive!

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