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Melissa Adendorff
Melissa Adendorff is an addictions counsellor who blends academic rigour and compassionate coaching to support sustained recovery and wellbeing in South Africa
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Melissa has worked in a number of institutions as a counsellor and performance coach as well as in the academic environment as an editor and lecturer.
Whether in an academic, technical or counselling role, she encourages multi-disciplinary approaches. She has a special interest in issues of othering in society and believes in empowering individuals with inner and intrapersonal communication skills to allow for the development of autonomy and efficacy.
In the therapeutic environment, she is skilled in individual and group therapy, psychosocial and development counselling, trauma debriefing and support for individuals and groups.
Melissa is involved in several extramural activities including ballet, martial arts and indoor climbing.
She has been in stable recovery from active addiction for eight years.
The most incredible reward in the line of work I’m in is seeing when patients start to believe that change is possible, that they can do better for themselves, and that I get be present for their journey towards self-love.
Did you know Changes Rehab is accredited by all major healthcare associations and national health organisations and adheres to internal protocols that far exceed the codes of conduct or norms and standards for effective treatment of patients with addictions and other mental health issues.
Premium South African Medical Aid associations pay for patient treatment for the first 21 days in our private primary care facility in Johannesburg.
Changes addiction counsellors are registered professionals who use a proven track record and therapeutic techniques to help your loved one overcome their addiction. With expertise and compassionate approaches, we are able to guide individuals towards leading a healthy, normal life, free from addiction.
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With over 100 years of collective experience, the majority of the Changes Multidisciplinary Addiction Counselling Team has faced addiction firsthand. They not only hold the qualifications but also possess the personal experience to truly understand and assist loved ones that are struggling through addiction. It is a privilege to work alongside some of the best counselling minds in South Africa.