About Nontlahla

I am Nontlahla Pako, a Specialist Wellness Counsellor and Life Coach at Pako Counsellors. My passion is Mental health and wellness.

My goal is to assist clients to heal from past traumas, to guide them to reach their desired goals, to be an accountability partner that will encourage and support them to reach their full potential. An empathetic person by nature, I enjoy listening to clients as they unpack their interesting journeys.

My past and present clients praise my ability to make them feel safe and accepted. They appreciate the non-judgemental relationship that we always strive to create.

Upon completing my Honors degree, I served in Ngangelizwe Clinic as a Counselor and opened my private practice soon after. I upskilled myself and earned a Life Coach and NLP Practitioner which has increased our impact in our client’s lives. We are located in Pretoria North, Gauteng.

Mission Statement

At Pako Counsellors, my mission is to empower individuals to achieve their fullest potential by providing compassionate, insightful, and effective counseling and coaching. I believe in the power of personal transformation and am dedicated to helping you navigate your journey towards a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life.

Why Choose Me As Your Coach?

Choosing Pako Counsellors means embracing a holistic approach to wellness and personal growth. As a specialist wellness counselor, NLP practitioner, and life coach, I offer comprehensive support tailored to your unique needs. My practice combines therapeutic techniques with coaching strategies to help you achieve lasting transformation. Together, we will work towards your goals, unlock your potential, and create a fulfilling and balanced life.

Let's begin this journey together!

Differences Between Life Coaches, Counsellors, Therapists, and Psychologists

Life Coach:

- Focus: Future goals, personal growth, and self-improvement.

- Approach: Collaborative and action-oriented, helping clients identify goals and create strategies to achieve them.

- Methods: Goal setting, motivation techniques, and accountability.

- Ideal For: Individuals seeking guidance in career, personal development, or life transitions.

Counsellor:

- Focus: Specific issues like stress, relationship problems, or life changes.

- Approach: Supportive and solution-focused, offering coping strategies and practical advice.

- Methods: Talk therapy, guidance, and problem-solving techniques.

- Ideal For: People facing specific challenges or needing short-term assistance.

Therapist:

- Focus: Emotional and mental health, exploring past experiences to understand current behavior.

- Approach: In-depth and process-oriented, helping clients work through emotional issues and trauma.

- Methods: Various therapeutic techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and more.

- Ideal For: Individuals dealing with deeper emotional issues, trauma, or mental health concerns.

Psychologist:

- Focus: Diagnosing and treating mental health disorders, conducting psychological assessments.

- Approach: Clinical and research-based, often involving testing and detailed analysis of behavior and mental processes.

- Methods: Psychotherapy, behavioral interventions, psychological testing, and research.

- Ideal For: Patients needing diagnosis, treatment plans, and therapy for mental health disorders.

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