Lourens Human
Experienced counsellor specializing in trauma and career concerns
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About
Lourens Human brings a long-standing academic and clinical background to his counselling practice. Trained and registered in South Africa, he completed a BA (Hons) in Psychology (1991), an MA in Counselling Psychology (1996), an MA in Industrial Psychology (2003) and a PhD in Psychology (2005). He registered as a Counselling Psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa in 1996 and spent two decades at the University of Pretoria where he combined teaching, clinical supervision and research in career, counselling and sport psychology.
After migrating to Australia in 2017 he registered with the Australian Counselling Association as a Counsellor (Level 4) in 2018. Since then he has delivered therapeutic counselling at a retreat for people who had experienced severe trauma and has provided therapeutic support to victims of crime, including homicide, sexual assault, domestic violence and child sexual abuse. Earlier in his career he also maintained a part-time practice focused on career, counselling and sport psychology.
He is based in Australia and works in English. Outside of professional life he is a husband and father of three, and shares his home with two dogs named Cinnamon and Pepper.
After migrating to Australia in 2017 he registered with the Australian Counselling Association as a Counsellor (Level 4) in 2018. Since then he has delivered therapeutic counselling at a retreat for people who had experienced severe trauma and has provided therapeutic support to victims of crime, including homicide, sexual assault, domestic violence and child sexual abuse. Earlier in his career he also maintained a part-time practice focused on career, counselling and sport psychology.
He is based in Australia and works in English. Outside of professional life he is a husband and father of three, and shares his home with two dogs named Cinnamon and Pepper.
- Location:
- Australia, Australia
- Years Experience:
- 29
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: ACA
- NPI Number:
- License: ACA
Remote counselling tailored to clinical and career concerns
Lourens offers online sessions that draw on his background in therapeutic counselling alongside his work in career and sport psychology. In accessible terms, therapeutic counselling is presented as a collaborative process focused on exploring recent or past events that contribute to stress, anxiety, trauma or life changes. Career-focused work concentrates on decision points, vocational transitions and professional development that intersect with well-being.
Sport psychology approaches address performance, motivation and the psychological aspects of athletic involvement, and these perspectives are integrated when relevant to a person’s goals. The clinician frames each session around what the individual brings and works together to set priorities and decide the format and pace of work.
Remote appointments are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. These options are offered so people can choose the communication style that fits their circumstances and daily routine.
What is Lourens Human's professional background?
Lourens has 29 years of experience. He worked as a Counselling Psychologist and academic at the University of Pretoria from 1996 to 2017 and has provided therapeutic counselling in Australia since 2018.
What credentials does he hold?
He holds the ACA credential and is registered as a Counsellor (Level 4) with the Australian Counselling Association. Earlier he was registered as a Counselling Psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa.
Which languages does he use in sessions?
Sessions are conducted in English.
Where is he located?
He is based in Australia.
What ways can people work with him remotely?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging as remote communication options.
Can he work with international clients?
This profile indicates he is not accepting international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to be connected for an initial session.