Christine Kritzas , M.A. (South Africa)

With over 18 years in private practice, I take a holistic approach while drawing on systemic, narrative, and depth psychology to tailor interventions to each client’s needs. My work drives tangible shifts in self-awareness; helping clients step out of their comfort zones, adopt healthier habits, and live in closer alignment with their values. 

In my work with executives, there is a focus on cultivating compassionate leadership by fostering psychological safety, guiding brave conversations, and managing triggers while adopting sustainable practices to prevent burnout. This work is complemented by my role as a corporate trainer, delivering seminars, workshops, and training programs across public and private sector organisations in the MENA region.

Recognized as an influential voice in mental health and wellbeing, I regularly share insights on panels and through media outlets including Gulf News, Khaleej Times, and The National. I am also a frequent guest on radio shows, podcasts, and social media platforms.

My entrepreneurial spirit is reflected in founding the innovative edutainment brand SmartHeart^®, which creates products to foster children’s emotional intelligence. This experience enriches my work with individuals developing new products, services or start-ups, bringing practical insight from building a brand first-hand.

Works with Clients:
Adults (18 yrs+)

Languages:
English, Afrikaans

Services Offered

• Individual Therapy
• Executive Coaching
• Parent Intake
• Parental Guidance

Treatment Approaches 

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
• Schema Therapy
• Solution Focused Therapy
• Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
• Narrative Therapy

Presenting Concerns

General Concerns: 

• Stress
• Anxiety
• Panic attacks
• Low mood or depression
• Personal growth and self-improvement
• Adjustment to recent life events or circumstances (Not trauma)

Specific Concerns: 

• Anger, irritability, emotional outbursts and severe moodswings
• Obsessive, repetitive and ritualistic thinking and behaviour

Relationship Concerns: 

• General dissatisfaction or improvement of romantic relationships
• High conflict and aggression concerns in romantic relationship
• Affairs, infidelity and intimacy-related concerns in romantic relationships
• Divorce, separation and break-ups in romantic relationships
• Parenting and parental relationship concerns

Trauma:

• Trauma or traumatic events (past or historic)

Qualifications & Memberships

• M.A. of Counselling Psychology (UFS – South Africa)
• B.Psych. (UFS – South Africa)
• Registered Member of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)
• FAMAC Accredited Mediator 
• Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Instructor