About Nicolette

Counsellor

I was born and raised in the Free State.  After matric, I spent one year at the SA Army Women’s CoIIege.  This was the best “grow-up-quickly” experience of my life.  Thereafter I felt called to study Social Work and started my career in 2000 with FAMSA Karoo in Oudtshoorn.  One year later I started working for FAMSA Outeniqua in George as a counsellor.  Three years later I was appointed as the Director of the organisation.   It is now 25 years later and I have never looked back.  I believe in the vision and mission of this organisation and enjoy living my calling every day.

I got married in 1999 and have two children.  My eldest, Marené, is 22 years old and studying.  My son, Renen, just finished matric and are also studying.  I lost my husband in 2012 due to cancer.  This was a very difficult time for our family, but we worked through our sadness and loss.  A few years later I met my second husband and we are happily married. 

FAMSA is an organisation that is entirely focused on the emotional well-being of individuals, families and children. We experience the privilege to share in people’s life stories and to be part of it for a short while.  This connects with my calling and passion. 

My motto in life is simply:  There is always hope.