The Dragonfly Room

Counselling Services in Phnom Penh

We are here to guide you through life’s challenges via in-person or online counselling.

Hi there, I'm Marika Els, a qualified counsellor with expertise in guiding people through challenging periods, navigating and empowering them along their mental health journey. My aim is to help you thrive instead of just survive.

My approach involves aiding you in handling your everyday emotions and challenges, enabling us to direct our attention towards the underlying issues contributing to your present difficulties. While this journey can be demanding, it ultimately yields rewarding results for those committed to the process.

Meet Marika, your therapist

Your Safe Space

I work with English and Afrikaans speaking individuals who are committed to thriving rather than just surviving. 

My clients are as young as 9 years old to adults. I support individuals with challenges that range from anxiety, mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, to other mental health challenges such as trauma and psychotic disorders. I also help people who need a safe space to express and explore their identity such as clients from the LGBTQI+ community.

I am based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, but am also available for online sessions.

I provide therapy in Phnom Penh for…

Depression

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Panic Disorder

Trauma

Substance Abuse

Life Coaching

and more…

The Dragonfly Room, Phnom Penh

A dragonfly symbolizes change, transformation, growth, adaptability, and self-realization. Its iridescent wings reflect different colors based on light angles, believed to hold magical qualities for discovering one's true essence and dispelling self-doubt.

Similarly, therapy and counselling can be transformative and give you hope.

Allowing others into your life can be challenging, especially when revealing your insecurities. Vulnerability often feels daunting as we prefer to present our best selves to the world.

However, imagine feeling safe to share your vulnerabilities and true self with someone. The value of such a relationship is immeasurable.

Let me join you on your journey of self-discovery, offering the support and therapy you need to uncover and heal your authentic self.

FAQ

  • I am a qualified counsellor through the Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors (AIPC). I am not a clinical psychologist or psychiatrist - this means I am unable to make a formal diagnosis or prescribe medication.

    As a counsellor / therapist, I can help you deal with and manage your mental health challenges.

  • Typically, sessions last about 50 minutes.

  • The fee depends on a sliding scale ranging from $60 to $120.

    Currently I take payment via cash or ABA.

  • We will discuss your particular therapy needs as well as confidentiality, cost, and scheduling. We will create a plan of action and schedule any additional appointments for you.

  • Counselling usually starts off weekly, and later, as your needs change, we may consider meeting every other week.

  • Counselling is very individualised and personal, and the length needed to work through everything can vary from person to person. There is no set timetable, no shoulds or should nots, and no right or wrong.  You do you, that’s it.

  • The Dragonfly Room needs 24 hours' notice if you need to reschedule or cancel an appointment.  This enables us to fill the vacant position with a waiting person.  The full amount (no-show/late cancellation fee) will be assessed if you fail to cancel your appointment by calling within 24 hours of the scheduled time or fail to show up.

  • I am available for sessions Monday to Thursday in the evenings. During the weekends I am available for most of the day.

  • I do not prescribe medication.  I can refer you to a psychiatrist or other medical doctor if needed.

  • No, at the moment The Dragonfly Room is not set up to deal with crisis cases such as psychosis.

  • That’s easy! Just send us an email at marika@dragonflyroompp.com

Your journey starts today!

Schedule a free introductory session with me to discuss your therapeutic needs.