It’s that time of year when there are graduation ceremonies for ending kindy or daycare. It’s time for your child to start school. Last year my youngest daughter started and it was a big milestone for her, as well as us as a family even...
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Child Behaviour, Play therapy / 16.04.2020
COVID-19 and Play
The trauma of the Coronavirus has completely changed our lives. We have all had many feelings of fear, chaos, and loss as we try to manage and control the “unknowns” of the situation. This can leave us feeling completely exhausted and wiped out as we...
Child Behaviour, Play therapy / 12.12.2019
The importance of Play & Play Therapy
I loved playing when I was a little girl. I remember having a vivid imagination and would play out different stories and scenarios. My mother at times would often get frustrated at me because I never wanted to sit down and learn flash cards. She...
Child Behaviour, Emotional regulation / 14.06.2019
Validation
“Imagine a world where the cry of every child is met by a loving, compassionate adult” Dr. Karyn Purvis What is Validation? The definition of validation is a recognition that a person or their feelings are valid and worthwhile. And as humans we all need to feel...
Child Behaviour, Emotional regulation / 23.04.2019
The Iceberg Analogy
Before I had children I dreamt about what kind of parent I would be and how my children would behave. I was going to implement the best tools/strategies, I was never going to lose my cool, and my children would always listen to me. How...
It is that time of the year where it is back to school! I have to admit I have many feelings about my daughter returning to school. Feeling sad, happy, fearful, proud - yes even therapists can have mixed feelings too! The end of the summer...
Anxiety, Emotional regulation, Family, Self-care / 17.12.2018
How to look after yourself during the holiday period
You can’t pour from an empty cup. Take care of yourself first. The holiday season is nearly here, and for some people this means fun, joy and laughter. For others though, the holiday season can magnify feelings of stress, anxiety, loneliness and grief. So, what does cause...
Marriage / 04.12.2018
Marriage Counselling
“It’s the little things often that bring connection” - Dr. John Gottman After years of marriage or being in a committed relationship a couple may run the risk of becoming housemates, rather than lovers. Financial stress, work stress, parenting, household chores all contribute to those warm,...
Family, Marriage, Parenting / 04.10.2018
Bringing Baby Home
“Babies don’t change your life. They give you a whole new one”. When you have a baby everything changes. Your sense of purpose, who you are, and both parents are affected by this moment. The transition to parenthood is challenging. While there is excitement and anticipation...