My Path to Becoming a Professional Life Coach in South Africa

And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.

Anaïs Nin

Jacomien, a Professional Life Coach in South Africa

I know what it’s like to feel like you’re doing everything you must, but nothing feels right.

A Crossroads (& a Confession)

It’s hard to admit, but I never believed in life coaching. My thinking was, “If you need to talk, go to a psychologist.”

Then my crossroads hit me. They grew tired of being ignored. On paper, my life was good. I had a successful career as a writer, but I felt completely stuck. Life was limbo. I knew I needed a change, but I had no idea which direction to take.

So, I took a plunge and booked a session with a coach. That decision changed everything. Coaching didn’t magically fix my life; it’s my life, after all. But it helped me choose a path. It gave me the skills to address challenges and, best of all, to fall in love with me and my life again.

My Philosophy

In short: I want to do good.

My entire coaching philosophy is built on helping people find the same clarity I did, to guide you toward your lighter, brighter, and whole life.

I’m not here because I have better answers than you. No, I’m here because you’re more capable than you realise.

My goal is to be your transformational coaching expert. I’ll ask the difficult questions, offer a different perspective, and provide the unwavering support you need to access your truth and find your way forward.

“It’s OK not to be OK.”

Me: Jacomien Bezuidenhout

Quick Life Coaching Questions

That’s no problem at all. All my coaching sessions are held online, so I work with clients across South Africa and internationally.

A friend is there to support you, which is invaluable. A life coach is a trained, objective professional. I’m here to listen deeply without judgment, help you see your blind spots, and hold you accountable for the growth you want to achieve.

Our sessions are 100% focused on you.

While I have a special focus on supporting men with their emotional growth, I work with everyone who is ready to do the work to move forward.

Yes. I’m a certified coach. I completed “The Coach Practitioner,” a comprehensive training program recognised for its high standards by both the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and Coaches and Mentors of South Africa (COMENSA).

Turn Your Crossroads into Opportunity

The path to a lighter, brighter, and whole life starts with a conversation. Let’s explore what’s possible for you.