MORE ABOUT THE MEDIATOR
My name is Barbara Booyens and I live in Durbanville. The majority of my work is generated in the Northern Suburbs and towns in the Cape Winelands. I am willing to travel to assist my clients should the need arise.
My strength and interest have always veered towards more people-centred work and I, therefore, decided to specialise in divorce mediation and parenting plans, as well as mediating for couples who need assistance within their marriage/relationship.
I obtained a BA Degree at UNISA with main subjects Psychology, Criminology, Penology, Sociology and Criminal Law. I obtained certificates in Trauma Debriefing (UNISA), Accredited Mediator (Conflict Dynamics), Divorce Mediation (SA Mediation Academy), and Parenting Plans (SA Mediation Academy).
I have vast experience in dealing with trauma and general life problems while working for Hospice (Counselling Director), Lifeline and Childline (Counselling Manager). I spent sixteen years consulting for the SA Gambling Foundation, assisting casino management and staff in understanding addictions as well as managing the Gambling Counselling Line.
During my working career I enhanced my knowledge and kept abreast in fields such as upliftment of disadvantaged communities, suicide, relationship counselling, coaching students, mediation and much more, by attending numerous courses, lectures and conferences.
I enjoy recognition from the International Mediation Institute as an IMI Qualified mediator
The fact that I can offer my services in English and Afrikaans has been a great asset throughout my career.
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