Preface I have had the privilege of walking alongside individuals on their journeys to healing and self-discovery, while navigating through life as a student of Psychology and becoming a Specialist Wellness Counsellor. One recurring theme in my counselling sessions is how the presence, or absence of a mother or father during childhood profoundly influences one’s
As a specialist wellness counsellor in South Africa, adhering to the ethical frameworks of the ASCHP (Association for Supportive Counsellors and Holistic Practitioners) and HPCSA (Health Professions Council of South Africa) is essential in delivering care that is responsible, empathetic, and effective. Ethics serves as the cornerstone of the counselling profession, providing clear guidelines to
“Each one of us is a work-in-progress, in a constant state of becoming” (Carl Rogers).“A change of worldview can change the world viewed” (Joseph Chilton Pearce, The Crack in the Cosmic Egg: New Constructs of the Mind and Reality). Introduction According to the VIA Institute on Character, people are struggling worldwide to enjoy life, as
PrefaceI chose to write about grief counselling because of my personal experience following the loss of my grandmother last year. She was the first close person I lost in my life, and her passing left me feeling completely lost. I found myself navigating unfamiliar emotions and struggles that I had never encountered before. At first,
Domestic violence remains a significant societal issue in South Africa, with many individuals finding themselves entangled in cycles of intimate partner violence. Observations during practical internship hours have shown that a concerning number of clients, both victims and aggressors, experience the impact of such violence. This article examines the link between low self-esteem and the
Adolescence is a crucial stage in mental health development and the formation of a distinct sense of self and identity. During this transformative period, young individuals often experience mood swings, engage in risky behaviours, and face conflicts with their parents. These challenges can significantly influence their emotional, physical, and social interactions, ultimately impacting their self-worth
Do people often walk all over you? Do you want to say no but feel you just can’t? Do you feel that others don’t put as much effort into relationships as you do? If these situations feel familiar, it may be time to set clearer boundaries. Boundaries provide us with a sense of security and
Development means changes in your child’s physical growth. It’s also the changes in your child’s social, emotional, behaviour, thinking and communication skills. All of these areas of development are linked, and each depends on and influences the others. Childhood is a critical period for emotional and psychological development, laying the foundation for an individual’s future
Studies show that our mental health and how we perceive our bodies are closely connected. Having a negative body image can lead to mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. People feel more and more pressure to meet society's beauty standards, especially with social media making it easy to compare ourselves to others.
When receiving a neurodiversity diagnosis, whether for yourself or a loved one, it is natural to experience a wave of strong emotions. For many parents and caregivers alike feelings of shock, grief, or even fear come up — the fearful feeling of what this means for both their child’s and their whole family’s future. Such