Self-Care and Healing After Trauma
September 25, 2025by Elise
Trauma often leaves people feeling powerless, shaken, or deeply unsettled. While the journey of recovery takes time, there are gentle and practical ways you can support your own healing.
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Kevin and Elise Fourie Counselling Psychologists in Pretoria.
With more than 30 years of experience each, we use a wide variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques including cognitive and problem solving approaches, clinical hypnotherapy, BWRT®, play therapy and life, executive and performance coaching.
With more than 30 years of experience each, we use a wide variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques including cognitive and problem solving approaches, clinical hypnotherapy, BWRT®, play therapy and life, executive and performance coaching.
Impostor Syndrome is more common than you might think — and it can take a real toll on your confidence, mental health, and happiness. Even some of the most talented and successful people in history have struggled with it.
We often hear that children are like blank canvases—ready to absorb, learn, and grow from the world around them. As parents, we are the ones holding the brush. The choices we make—how we speak, respond, guide, and support—shape the emotional landscape of our children’s lives.
Anger is a natural emotion — it can be a healthy way to express frustration or pain. But when it starts to erupt frequently or feels difficult to control, it might be worth asking: could something else be going on beneath the surface?
10 Small Habits That May Be Stealing Your Happiness. Today, we'd like to share ten common habits that might be diminishing your happiness, along with practical strategies to overcome them.
In today’s busy world, building and maintaining a strong, loving relationship takes more than just good intentions — it requires practical, consistent habits. One important area many couples overlook is managing the everyday operations of life together.
Therapy is often misunderstood, shaped by stereotypes from movies and misconceptions about mental health. Let’s debunk some common myths and explore the facts about therapy.
A Guide to Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
February 19, 2025by Elise
Understanding Anxiety vs. GAD It’s normal to feel anxious during life’s stressful moments, but for some, this feeling becomes constant and overwhelming, even when there’s little to worry about. If this lasts for six months or longer, it could be Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). Many people don’t recognize their symptoms and miss out on effective treatments that can improve their quality of life.
By adopting the 24-hour rule, you create a foundation for thoughtful, empathetic communication, helping your relationship grow in resilience and mutual understanding. This small but significant practice can make a profound difference in navigating the complexities of love.
As we step into a new year, it’s the perfect time to reflect and set intentions for managing life’s inevitable stresses. Stress is a part of life, but how we respond to it can make all the difference in maintaining mental and emotional well-being. In this blog post, we share *10 New Year’s Resolutions for Managing Life’s Stresses*—practical and empowering ways to foster resilience, balance, and a healthier mindset throughout the year. Let’s make 2025 the year of self-care and growth!
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