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Karen Badenhorst – Social Worker & Communication Skills Trainer

About Karen

Originally from Pretoria, Karen obtained her BA (Social Work) Hons Cum Laude from the University of Pretoria in 1989. She later moved to Cape Town with her husband, Gerhard, and their three children, where she continues to empower people through her workshops, training sessions, and speaking engagements.

Karen firmly believes that open and honest communication is the key to resolving conflict and strengthening relationships. Her courses and talks create a supportive and engaging environment where individuals can learn practical skills, gain confidence, and become the best version of themselves.

Services

Communication & Personal Development Training

Karen provides internationally recognised training programmes designed to enhance communication, build confidence, and improve relationships. These courses, developed by Gordon Training International, are based on practical techniques that help individuals navigate challenges in their personal and professional lives.

The following courses are available:

• Parent Effectiveness Training (P.E.T.) – Designed for parents who want to develop strong, respectful relationships with their children through effective communication and conflict resolution.
• Be Your Best – Personal and Professional Training (B.Y.B.) – A personal development programme aimed at boosting self-confidence, improving interpersonal skills, and fostering emotional intelligence.
• Teacher Effectiveness Training (T.E.T.) – Aimed at educators, this course provides skills to create a positive learning environment, enhance classroom communication, and handle student behaviour effectively.
• Youth Effectiveness Training (Y.E.T.) – A programme designed to help young people develop essential life skills, including decision-making, conflict resolution, and emotional resilience.

Speaking Engagements & Workshops

Karen is also an event speaker, specialising in parenting, teaching, and youth development. She offers insightful and engaging talks that provide practical strategies to help individuals and organisations foster stronger, healthier relationships.

Her workshops and speaking engagements cover topics such as:

• Effective parenting techniques
• Improving workplace communication
• Managing conflict in relationships
• Supporting children and youth through emotional challenges
• Building emotional intelligence in schools and workplaces

Additional Information

 Her goal is to help individuals optimise their communication skills so they can navigate relationships with confidence and clarity.

Join a Workshop or Book a Talk

• Connect with Karen to join a course, book a workshop, or arrange a speaking engagement.
• Discover a community of support where you can learn valuable life skills in a positive, encouraging environment.
• Invest in yourself and develop communication skills that will benefit every aspect of your life.

Let Karen help you rediscover your best self through effective communication and personal development.