Steven Levitas

As the calendar winds down, many of us find ourselves running on empty. We start the year with goals, energy, and optimism — but by October, November or December, it can feel like we’re dragging ourselves across the finish line. You might feel exhausted, unmotivated, irritable, or just done with everything. If that sounds familiar, […]

Depression is one of the most common mental health challenges worldwide, yet it doesn’t always look the same from one person to the next. Cultural expectations, social roles, and individual factors all shape the way people experience and express emotional pain. One of the clearest examples of this is how depression can present differently in […]

Money is one of those topics that seems practical on the surface—budgets, bills, savings, and spending. Yet for most of us, money carries a powerful emotional charge. It can trigger stress, conflict, shame, or even guilt. Why? Because our relationship with money isn’t just about numbers; it’s about stories. These unconscious stories, known as money […]

Abuse in relationships rarely begins with violence. It often follows a patterned cycle—a repetitive feedback loop that keeps individuals trapped, confused, and questioning themselves. Understanding this cycle is one of the first steps toward healing, empowerment, and breaking free. The Four Stages of the Cycle of Abuse Psychologist Lenore E. Walker identified four common stages […]

This is one of the most common questions I get asked. Infidelity can be one of the most painful challenges a couple can face. The discovery of betrayal often shakes the very foundation of a relationship, leaving both partners grappling with feelings of shock, anger, shame, and grief. While it may feel like the end […]

Every year, Women’s Day offers an opportunity not only to celebrate women’s achievements, but also to reflect on the unique psychological journeys women navigate. From societal pressures and gender-based roles to internalised beliefs and intergenerational trauma, women often carry emotional loads that go unseen. Therapy can be a powerful space to begin unburdening and reclaiming […]

At some point, most of us ask ourselves deep questions: These moments can feel unsettling – even overwhelming – especially during life changes/transitions, personal crises, or times of loss. Existentialism and Existential therapy form a powerful approach that helps people explore these questions, uncover meaning, and create a life that feels authentic and purposeful. What […]

We all have experienced anxiety to some degree in our lives. To a certain extent, Anxiety is normal, natural and healthy. But anxiety can overwhelm us and escalate into panic. In this blog post, let’s discuss anxiety and panic What is Anxiety? Anxiety is traditionally described as a mood characterised by worry and negative events […]

Living with a chronic illness is about more than managing physical symptoms. It is an experience that touches every part of life – body, mind, relationships, identity. Yet often, a large majority of the experience remains invisible to others, even those closest to you. Friends, family, and co-workers might see the hospital visits or hear […]

Today I thought I would touch on something I love and that is so important in a relationship. – a relationship contract. If you do not know what that is, don’t panic. If we are in a relationship, we have a relationship contract – even if you do not recall filling in any paperwork. So, […]