Psychology Support Services · South Africa
Embrace Yourself — with Janine and Alicia
Workshops, mentorship and guidance for aspiring psychologists and registered counsellors — from the paper-based application, through selections, to the board exam.
Get to know us
Who we are
Janine Kendall
Registered Counselling Psychologist
BEd (Hons) Educational Psychology (UP) · Psychometry · MA Counselling Psychology (Cum Laude) (UP) · PhD (UP) candidate
Hello, I'm Janine, a Registered Counselling Psychologist with over 17 years of experience in education and private practice. I've been a senior lecturer in private higher education since 2009, and I've been in private practice for over 15 years.
I'm passionate about training and developing psychology graduates and mental health professionals, with a special interest in neuropsychology and ethics. My experience includes working with the Road Accident Fund (RAF) and conducting assessments for medical negligence and personal injury cases.
At present, I am a PhD candidate in Resilience studies at the University of Pretoria. I am deeply committed to advancing psychology and education through impactful teaching, training, and research.
Alicia Coertze
Counselling Psychologist
BSocSci (Hons) (SACAP) · PGCE (Stadio) · MA Counselling Psychology (UKZN)
Hi, my name is Alicia, and I am a Counselling Psychologist. Not too long ago, I was in your shoes — applying repeatedly in the hope of securing a place in a Master's programme. Four years ago, I was fortunate to be accepted, but the journey there was far from easy.
I applied for four consecutive years to multiple universities and went through countless interviews. Each rejection was deeply discouraging, and there were moments when I almost gave up. Looking back, I'm incredibly grateful that I didn't.
This experience shaped my passion for supporting others through this challenging and often emotionally demanding process. Currently, I am in private practice, a psychology educator, and I do locum work within hospital settings.
What we
offer
A range of services to assist you on your journey to becoming a Psychologist or Registered Counsellor — from the application process, to selections, to the board exam.
- 01
Masters application prep
Paper-based applications done properly — autobiography, motivation, references and research proposal.
- 02
Postgrad selections prep
Individual, group and research interviews, anxiety management and feedback for personal growth.
- 03
Board exam preparation
For Registered Counsellors and Clinical, Counselling and Educational Psychologists. 100% pass rate since 2015.
- 04
One-on-one mentorship
A containing space to prepare, reflect, process rejection and plan your next intentional step.
- 05
Supervision for RCs
Online individual and group supervision that meets HPCSA requirements.
Upcoming workshop
Online · InteractivePaper-based
application
workshop
Applying for Masters can be a challenging process. Many may not realise the importance of the paper-based applications phase. This is your opportunity to make a good first impression. In this 2-hour workshop, we cover the essentials.
- Date
- 22 April 2026
- Time
- 18:00 – 20:00
- Price
- R850 pp
Agenda
- 01
HPCSA Categories
Overview of the different categories and guidance on selecting the most appropriate fit.
- 02
Paper-based application
Autobiographies, motivations, reflections, references and general application guidelines.
- 03
Research Proposal
Research topic selections, core requirements, and common pitfalls.
- 04
Q & A
Bring your questions — we answer them live.
Live, online & interactive
Hosted by Janine & Alicia
Mentorship sessions
Having a mentor during the Master's application journey can be both containing and deeply beneficial. Whatever stage you are at, sessions are tailored to your individual needs. Each session is one hour, online, with Janine or Alicia.
One-on-one mentorship
R850 / hour
Two sessions: R1500
- Guidance through the Master's application process
- Preparation for interview selection processes
- Reflective space to build confidence, clarity and self-awareness
- Support in processing rejections and planning next steps
- Reflection around academic, professional and personal growth
Postgraduate selections
R850 / hour
Online, booked at any convenient time
- Individual interviews
- Group interviews
- Research-related interviews
- Managing your anxiety
- Feedback & personal growth
Beyond the Master's
R850 / hour
For when you weren't selected — yet
- Options for Honours graduates
- A plan to improve future applications
- Reflection and debriefing
- Growing from your experiences
Board exam
preparation
Navigating board exams can feel confusing and anxiety-provoking. We've created a structured approach that clarifies what to focus on and how to prepare — so you can study with confidence and purpose. We do the figuring out, so you can focus on learning.
For RCs & Clinical / Counselling / Educational Psychologists
- Two 1-hour online individual sessions
- A comprehensive workbook with summaries, past paper questions, mock exams and the recipe for structuring your answers
- Consolidation of the key information you actually need
R1200
Inclusive of everything above
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Review & feedback service
R450 per review · R250 second edit
A review of your autobiography and/or research proposal, with constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement.
Supervision for Registered Counsellors
Individual & group · Online
Supervision is an essential requirement as stipulated by HPCSA guidelines. Available in both individual and group formats.
Career assessments & counselling
By arrangement
Career assessments and career counselling for students and professionals figuring out their next step.
Psychotherapy & speaking events
By arrangement
Individual psychotherapy sessions, plus speaking events for institutions and student bodies.
In their own words
Reviews
The guidance from Alicia was honestly so relevant to the Masters selection process. I felt quite calm during the interviews and way more in control of my responses as we had gone through different scenarios. It was the first time I had been accepted into the interview selection week and I was accepted into the programme thereafter — I highly recommend the mentorship!
— Mishka B
I attended the Master's Preparation workshop before submitting my application. Honestly, it made a huge difference in giving me the information, clarity and confidence that I needed. I am happy to say that I got accepted into the Counselling Psychology Master's programme after attending. It is an investment that pays off!
— Cheriska V
The services provided were exceptional and met my expectations. I felt consistently supported and was able to freely express any areas of concern or curiosity. I'm happy to share that I was selected for a Master's program, and I am truly grateful for the support I received.
— Anton J
In desperation, I reached out to Janine and Alicia and with patience, understanding and grace, they walked me through every step of the process ensuring that I could answer anything that was asked. I can definitely recommend their service.
— Marile V
Janine's workshop created a supportive space to prepare for what can be a nerve-racking process. I was encouraged to be myself, not to overthink, and to fully embrace the opportunity. I was offered a place on the BPsych equivalent programme, and I truly believe the workshop, mentoring and ongoing support were invaluable.
— Samantha H
Thank you so much for the insight, knowledge and support you provided. It has really helped me to trust in myself and my abilities. This workshop was irreplaceable and I truly highly recommend it to all aspiring masters students!
— Anonymous