Nico van Niekerk

Air Traffic Controller, Instructor (ATNS); Wellness Counsellor (ASCHP Licensed)

City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

About

A Licensed Wellness Counsellor that is able to apply primary mental healthcare principles to help people that require psycho-social support through individual or group counselling. Specializing in Stress management and Trauma Counselling. A versatile Air Traffic Control (Approach Radar and Procedural) and Instructor with over 15 years of experience. Worked in many different environments, which enabled me to develop skills in problem solving and communication, working well in a team or on my own initiative. I can communicate at all levels and have used this to build relationships with customers, colleagues, management and third-party contractors. Adaptable to change whilst maintaining a professional attitude and ensuring that I use adaptive helping relationships to ensure the wellbeing of students in high-pressure positions as well as individuals who are facing life challenges.

Experience

  • Counselor at The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG)
    Nov 2021 - Present · 4 yrs 8 mos

    Volunteer Helpline Counsellor

  • Wellness Counsellor - ASCHP Licence nr WC21/1030 at Freelance
    Jun 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 1 mo

    Provide primary mental health care in the form of Individual or Group Counselling, specialising in Stress Management and Trauma debrief.

  • Air Traffic Controller at ATNS
    Jan 2003 - Present · 23 yrs 6 mos

    I control aircraft in TMA and CTR.. To ensure safe, and expedient travel for all flights in and around FAOR.