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Before starting counselling, I was hesitant and unsure if speaking to someone would truly help me. However, after taking that first step with Ellen, I can confidently say she has made a lasting, positive impact on my life.

For years, my coping mechanism was bottling things up, believing that was the only way to manage my emotions. In our very first session, Ellen told me that while she couldn’t promise to have all the answers, she would be there to hold my hand through the journey. At a time when I felt overwhelmed, trying to navigate multiple aspects of my life, she did far more than just hold my hand—she made me feel truly seen, heard, and understood in a way no one else had before.

Thanks to Ellen, I no longer feel the need to suppress my emotions; instead, I’ve learned how to process and deal with them in a healthier way. As someone who once doubted the need for counselling, I am incredibly grateful that I took this step, and I wouldn’t hesitate to do so again in the future if needed.

I wholeheartedly recommend speaking to Ellen. Her kindness, support, and guidance have been invaluable, and I have no doubt she will have the same profound impact on others as she did on me.

-KDB

I came to Ellen for help with my grief and to try understand how I think better. Ellen has helped me a lot by pushing me out of my comfort zone and giving me help when I needed it. She listened and understood my issues and went above and beyond to help me. She was very sweet and checked up on me when I needed it. She’s helped me learn how I think and slowly understand different parts about myself. She is wonderful to be around, offering support and guidance without any judgement.

-KM

I had the absolute pleasure of working with Ellen 🌷 and I can confidently say that she’s been instrumental in my personal growth journey. Her counselling sessions were not only insightful, but also empowering, providing me with invaluable tools to achieve stability and self-awareness.

What sets her apart is her unique ability to make you feel comfortable, heard, and understood. Her relatable and humorous approach creates a safe space for vulnerability, allowing you to confront and overcome challenges with ease.

Under her guidance, I’ve developed a deeper love and acceptance for myself, and I’m forever grateful for that. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking transformative counselling.

Be prepared to leave her sessions feeling enlightened, motivated, and changed for the better. Five stars isn’t enough – she deserves a million!

-LM

Will definitely recommend to anyone with teenagers… she is amazing! Thank you Ellen for all your support and healing.

-LE

Ellen facilitated weekly group sessions and “one on one” counselling sessions with individual residents at
victory house. Her group sessions were always informative and her skills in
encouraging residents to engage in the topics was valuable. She also compiled useful topics relating to the
individual struggles of the people in the house and explored many of these topics during her sessions.
There is a rather diverse group of people at Victory House, ranging from the ages of 24 to 64, both male
and female, from many different walks of life. I can confidently state that all seemed to enjoy the groups
and were able to take something from the sessions.
With regards to the one-on-one counselling, the feedback I received from the residents was always
positive, each one saying that she had helped them with their personal struggles.
Furthermore, Ellen always made herself available on short notice if somebody was going through
something and needed to talk. Her dedication to helping people grow was always appreciated. Her
clients look forward to continuing their journey with her and I have no doubt that she will play a
valuable part in assisting in their growth going forward.
I would recommend her services to anyone going through life issues as she has good practical knowledge,
as well as the level of compassion required, in order to be capable of helping in all aspects without
making somebody feel judged.

-GP

I went into counselling at a time when I felt I had nowhere else
to turn for help. It might be the bravest decision I have ever
made for myself. It was also an incredibly difficult journey
to begin, because I knew that I had a lot I needed to
confront.
Ellen made this process tremendously safe for me. With
her sharp observations and deeply insightful guidance,
I’ve been able to begin to overcome childhood trauma I
never realized I had. She has helped me understand the
true nature of forgiveness and has gently but firmly been
able to set me on course towards forgiving my father for
his absence in my life. It has not been a small feat, by any
stretch of imagination, and I will always be grateful for the
clarity of mind that she has helped me achieve.
Ellen is exactly who I needed to help me overcome the
challenges I could not and did not know how to confront. I
have no doubt that she will continue to touch the lives of
people brave enough to begin their journey, in her
very unique and pragmatic way.

-TS

Very lovely to talk to, never judges and always helps guide you through rough moments. A kind and caring person that always helps you in the best ways that she can.

-KM

Ellen is wonderful. She’s accepting, understanding, non-judgmental, funny, and makes you feel totally at ease.

It’s like talking to a friend.

-CDW

Ellen changed my life. I was stuck in a situation where I have tried for very long to come out of an emotional, toxic marriage, but as with most marriages, it was difficult to get to the final point to take the leap. Before meeting Ellen, I had already worked a lot on myself and my self-worth and when I did my sessions with her, she helped me with the things that I felt stuck with and then also supported me through the process of moving out and starting a new life. She is a remarkably strong person with lots of insight. As a person that wanted to become stronger, her strength and understanding motivated me and made me believe that I can be free again. It is now almost 3 months after moving out and even though I was tempted to go back many times due to circumstances, Ellen’s support helped me to stand firm.

-PD

I sought out Ellen’s help during a challenging time in my life, and her supportive and empathetic approach has made a significant difference. She has provided a safe space to explore my feelings and gain clarity. She has also helped me develop strategies for moving forward. I truly appreciate the positive impact our sessions have had on me.

-BK

She is the most amazing person. I am truly grateful to her.

-WS

Ellen, I am deeply grateful for our counselling sessions. Your empathy, calm demeanor, and professionalism made a significant impact. Your guidance and support in decision-making were invaluable, and talking to you always felt effortles.

-SM