"Children are educated by what the grown-up is and not by what he says." — Carl Jung Our actions, attitudes, and emotional responses become the blueprint from which children develop their understanding of themselves, relationships, and the world around them.
Divorce is often one of the most emotionally challenging experiences a family can face. While parents are usually coping with their own stress, grief, and major life changes, children are also trying to understand what is happening and what it means for their future.At Kevin & Elise Fourie Counselling Psychologists, we understand that divorce affects the entire family system - especially children who may not yet have the emotional tools to process such a major transition.
Every parent wants to protect their child from disappointment, struggle, and failure. It is natural to want to step in when your child is hurting or facing something difficult. But sometimes, in trying to make life easier for children, parents may accidentally make it harder for them to grow. This pattern is often called “snowplow parenting.”
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.
With more than 30 years of experience each, Kevin & Elise Fourie use a wide variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques.
