When a parent is told that their toddler or preschooler might benefit from therapy, the first reaction can sometimes be confusion or uncertainty. You might wonder: “They’re so young. What would therapy even look like?” or maybe more quietly: “Does this mean I’ve done something wrong?”. Many parents may also ask whether therapy is even […]

When people imagine therapy, they often picture a powerful, tear-filled moment, you know, the kind where everything suddenly makes sense. A buried memory resurfaces. A painful truth is spoken. A lightbulb goes off, and from that point on, things change. These kinds of moments do happen sometimes. But they’re not the norm, and they’re certainly […]

I’ve often seen these sorts of lists. But they never seem to have research backing them up. I thought to myself: let’s do the research and see what the science says. As a psychologist with a science background, I love some good old research or science. This will be the first part in a series […]

Starting “big school” is a major milestone in a child’s life and in the life of every parent or caregiver. But how do we know if a child is truly ready for school? School readiness is about more than just knowing the ABCs or being able to count to ten. It’s a blend of cognitive, emotional, social, […]

As exam season rolls in, it can be hard to know exactly how to help your child. You want to encourage them, reduce their stress, and make sure they’re doing their best, but without pushing too hard or walking on eggshells. So how do you find the balance? Well, the truth is, your presence, patience, […]

The beginning of the change in season got me thinking about depression. I’ll explain why after first describing a bit more about depression. Depression is one of the most prevalent conditions in today’s society. Globally, the WHO estimates 5% of adults experience depression. What is Depression? In everyday language we may use the term ‘depression’ […]

‘Do I need therapy?’. This is a question I hear daily. I think it it’s one of the most important topics to discuss. Today I will speak about when to go to therapy and get some help. We, as humans, are very good at convincing ourselves about things. I often hear people say something like: […]

In South Africa’s richly diverse and complicated educational landscape, many children face barriers to learning that go beyond what is visible in the classroom. Whether it’s inconsistent schooling, language challenges, emotional distress, or unidentified learning difficulties, it can be hard for parents and teachers to know where to begin when a child seems to be […]

When we think about healthcare, mental health is often overlooked or not taken seriously, yet it is just as important as our physical well-being. For many people in South Africa, the cost of ongoing mental health treatment, whether that’s therapy, medication or hospital care, can be a barrier to getting much needed support. This is […]

We are a few months into 2025 and so much has already happened. We have seen headlines about the GNU, loadshedding, water problems, flooding, potholes, crime, finances, etc. Internationally, there are wars and trade wars. The news is designed to catch our attention. However, the result of this can be anxiety! We all probably know […]