Meet the Team
Mariana Brits
Our Founder
Mariana is a survivor, mentor, and passionate advocate for women seeking healing and restoration. Her own journey through trauma, unhealthy relationships, and personal transformation led her to create the Global Grace Project—a space where women can find the support, resources, and encouragement they need to rebuild their lives.
She knows firsthand how isolating the road to recovery can feel, which is why she has made it her mission to ensure that no woman must walk it alone. Through this community, she provides practical tools, emotional support, and opportunities for growth, helping women step into a future filled with hope and purpose.
Cliff Jacob
Counsellor & Life Coach
Cliff is a registered counsellor with Counsellors of Counsellors and a certified NLP Life Coach, with over 25 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. He holds a Master’s in Counselling from the University of Pretoria and is currently pursuing his PhD, focusing on the role of effective communication in personal and academic success.
As the founder of Game Changer, established in 2020, Cliff brings a compassionate, insightful, and results-driven approach to counselling. His mission is to equip people with the tools to build healthy relationships, enhance self-awareness, and navigate life’s transitions with confidence.
With a background in both counselling and corporate environments, he understands the pressures of modern life and helps clients achieve realistic goals through specialised coaching in family counselling, relationship support, teen guidance, grief counselling, and divorce recovery. Cliff firmly believes that “Your experiences in life equip you for your purpose”, and he is committed to helping others find clarity and healing on their journey.
Thalia Jansen van Vuuren
Women’s Advocate & Relationship Coach
Thalia is a dedicated mentor and advocate for women seeking to break free from toxic relationships, rebuild their confidence, and step into a life of strength and purpose. With over 20 years of experience in personal growth and relationship guidance, she is passionate about walking alongside women as they heal and rediscover their worth.
Having personally navigated the pain of an unhealthy relationship, Thalia understands the emotional and spiritual journey of healing. She believes that true restoration happens in a supportive, faith-based environment where women are reminded of their God-given value.
Her mission is to provide a safe space where women can find faith-based encouragement, practical guidance, and the strength to move forward with hope and courage. Whether through one-on-one support, group mentoring, or faith-driven guidance, Thalia is committed to helping women reclaim their lives and step into their full potential.