Koen De Pelsmaeker
Founder · licensed counselor
A Belgian counselor based in Kigali, working with individuals and families across cultural and international backgrounds, in English, French and Dutch.
How Koen worksSessions: Mon–Sat 9:00–19:00
Kigali City, Gasabo District, Kacyiru, 336G+64H









28
Years of
experience
About Koen
Licensed counselor, founder of Humura Counseling
Koen worked for more than twenty years in mental-health centres in Belgium, with individuals and families from many backgrounds, before founding Humura in Kigali in early 2022.
Social work
Individual and family counseling
Systemic Therapy, CBT and mindfulness
Family constellation, EMDR and craniosacral relaxation
The name Humura means “to breathe, to calm, to find relief”. It reflects the intention to offer room to slow down, tell your story and explore your possibilities.
28
Years of experience
600+
Clients supported in Rwanda
3
Languages: EN · FR · NL
2022
Humura founded in Kigali
Client figure from Koen’s 2025 article. Read what people brought to therapy.
Professional background
Koen trained as a social worker, with further studies in individual and family counseling, systemic therapy, CBT, mindfulness, family constellation, EMDR and craniosacral relaxation.
He is licensed by the Rwanda Allied Health Professions Council (licence number to be confirmed).
Koen is a licensed counselor, not a medical doctor. Where medical assessment or medication is needed, he can discuss a referral to a psychiatrist or doctor.
A first conversation is a chance to ask questions and see whether working together feels right. There is no obligation to book.
Book Your First SessionThe people at Humura
Founder · licensed counselor
A Belgian counselor based in Kigali, working with individuals and families across cultural and international backgrounds, in English, French and Dutch.
How Koen works
Secretary · client coordinator
Gloria is the practice secretary and client coordinator. She answers administrative questions, helps arrange appointments and supports the day-to-day running of Humura.
You can ask about a time, format or first call without sending her a detailed account of your health. Clinical questions belong in a conversation with Koen.
Arrange a first callRequest your first session, or send a short message on WhatsApp. No health details needed.