The Four Horsemen of Relationships
We often hear about the four horsemen of the apocalypse. But have you heard about ‘The Four Horsemen of Relationships’? These are intricate dynamics of relationships, which specifically focus on…
RELATIONAL TRAUMA
Happy new year, dear readers! We are grateful for another year, a fresh start filled with many possibilities. Have you heard of ‘Relational trauma’? This is a term describes the…
THE PAIN IN HEALING
As Jessy walked into my office, she expressed a mix of anxiety and anticipation. At the age of 32, she was finally addressing the deep-seated childhood trauma that had haunted…
Dear Younger Me…
Dear younger me…..(pause) What do I tell her? What do I tell the bright-eyed girl back in the village, whose unforgiving life experiences denied her a chance to truly enjoy…
THE SILENT STRUGGLE
The Silent Struggle: Unveiling the Importance of Mental Health for Men. In a world where stoicism and resilience are often glorified, men face unique challenges when it comes to their…
FROM RAGE TO RESTRAINT
Jude was what I’d call a ‘silent follower’ of my online content. He messaged me on Facebook one Sunday afternoon. He’d had a particularly intense anger outburst that had caused…
OH, LOVE OF SELF!
I recall our very first session. She had booked a face to face individual counseling session set for a Tuesday morning. She arrived at the reception about 10minutes early, and…
TEENS – WHY COUNSELING COUNTS
The teenage years can be tumultuous, confusing, and stressful. In this stage of their lives, they are navigating the challenges of developing their identity, making important life decisions, and dealing…
I want my JOY back!
How to silence the negative thoughts that are robbing you of joy Did you know that each time you feel a mood change there is a negative thought that…
The Green Ribbon
Happy new month! This month of May, the world sheds more light on matters pertaining to mental health. In the recent past, owing to the worrying spread of the Corona…