Love is one of the most profound emotions known to human beings. There are many kinds of love, but most people seek its expression in a romantic relationship with a compatible partner. For many, romantic relationships comprise the most meaningful aspect of life, providing a...

Are you thinking about seeking the help of a psychologist? If certain issues have been causing problems in your life and you aren't sure how to make the necessary changes, therapy can help. With the help of a mental health professional, you can get out...

1.) Mindfulness is letting go of taking things for granted. This is an emotionally pleasing way to think about mindfulness. We accept the lot we’ve been given in life. We assume and expect things will stay the same. Mindfulness challenges us to awaken from these mind-habits...

Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) is a short-term form of therapy that helps you identify self-defeating thoughts and feelings, challenge the rationality of those feelings, and replace them with healthier, more productive beliefs. REBT focuses mostly on the present time to help you...

Dialectical behavior therapy. (DBT) provides clients with new skills to manage painful emotions and decrease conflict in relationships. DBT specifically focuses on providing therapeutic skills in four key areas. First, mindfulness focuses on improving an individual's ability to accept and be present in the current moment. Second, distress tolerance is...

[video width="1280" height="720" mp4="https://johannkrynauw.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/CBT-I-Cognitive-Behavioural-Therapy-Insomnia.mp4"][/video] If you are like many people watching this video, you see "Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia" and think, what is that? Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, often called CBT-I, is an approved method for treating insomnia without the use of sleeping pills. Sound impossible?...

According to The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) 22 people commit suicide every day – so it is important to know when you need to consult a professional.   The persistent feeling of sadness or loss of interest that characterises major depression can lead to...