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GENERAL

What is therapy?

 

Therapy is a confidential, professional space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviour with a trained psychologist.
It’s not “advice from a friend.” It’s structured support to help you understand what’s happening inside you and why you react the way you do.

Will You Tell My Family / Employer / Partner?


No. Therapy is confidential.
There are only a few legal limits to confidentiality: if someone is in immediate danger, if a child is being harmed, or if a court order is involved. These limits will always be explained to you.

How Many Sessions Will I Need?


It depends on your goals. Some people need short-term focused support. Others want ongoing, deeper work. We discuss this together so you stay in control.

Can Teenagers Come for Therapy?

 

Yes. Teen mental health matters. Teens often talk more honestly in a neutral space. As a parent, you are still included in the process, but we also protect the young person’s dignity and privacy.

Is It Weak to Ask for Help?

 

No. It means you’re taking responsibility for your life instead of letting pain run the show. That is a strength.

Do You Offer Online Sessions?

 

Yes we do.

"It's okay to not be okay, just don't stay there alone"

ONLINE THERAPY

What is online therapy?

 

Online therapy is a live session with a psychologist via video call. You receive the same professional support, from wherever you are.

Who Is Online Therapy Good For?

 

  • Clients outside Durban

  • People with transport / schedule limitations

  • Busy professionals who take sessions during lunch / between meetings

  • Parents who can’t easily leave home

  • People who feel safer opening up from their own space

When Online Therapy Is NOT Ideal

 

  • If you are in immediate crisis or at risk of harming yourself or someone else

  • If you do not have privacy (e.g. someone in the room listening)

  • If a child needs formal assessment/testing (that must be in person)

How to Prepare

 

  • Choose a private, quiet space

  • Use earphones for confidentiality

  • Be honest about your safety and current state

  • Please be on time — online sessions are still booked time

Payment

 

Online sessions are billed at the standard session rate and must be paid before or on the day of the session to keep your slot.

“Taking care of your mental health is an act of self-love.”

PRIVACY POLICY

Your Privacy Matters

 

1. Confidentiality of Sessions

 

All sessions are confidential. Information discussed in therapy is not shared with third parties without your informed, written consent — unless required by law for safety reasons.

 

2. Record Keeping

 

Session notes and assessment records are kept securely in line with ethical and legal standards for mental health professionals in South Africa. Access to records is restricted.

 

3. Online Therapy & Digital Communication

 

While reasonable steps are taken to protect privacy in online sessions, no digital platform can be guaranteed 100% secure. You are encouraged to use a private, quiet environment and personal earphones.

 

4. Reports and Letters

 

Any psychological report, summary, referral letter, or feedback document is shared only with you (or a legal guardian, in the case of a minor) unless you provide written permission to release it.

 

5. Children & Adolescents

 

Parents/guardians have a right to be involved. However, it is important that young clients have a level of privacy so they feel safe to speak honestly. This balance will be discussed openly at the start.

 

By booking a session, you acknowledge that you understand and accept these confidentiality boundaries.
 

ARTICLES

Infidelity is one of the most painful breaches of trust in a relationship. The shock, grief, anger, and confusion it leaves behind can feel overwhelming. Yet, for some couples, healing and rebuilding trust is possible. This process takes time, effort, and a willingness from both partners to work through the pain with honesty and care.

 

KEY PRINCIPLES FOR REBUILDING TRUST

1. Full Acknowledgement and Responsibility

 

The partner who betrayed the trust must take full responsibility for their actions without minimising, shifting blame, or making excuses. This is the foundation for any repair work.

Example: Saying, “I understand that my actions hurt you deeply, and I take full responsibility for the pain I caused” instead of “I’m sorry you feel hurt.”

 

2. Open, Honest, and Transparent Communication

 

Trust cannot be rebuilt without honesty. This means answering questions truthfully, being open about whereabouts and intentions, and avoiding secrecy.

  • The betraying partner should be willing to provide transparency (e.g., phone access, clarity about time away) during the rebuilding phase.
  • The betrayed partner should communicate needs, triggers, and boundaries clearly, without using communication solely as interrogation or punishment.

 

3. Understanding and Managing Triggers

 

After infidelity, certain places, times, or situations may trigger intense emotional reactions. These are natural, and both partners need strategies to handle them.

  • For the betrayed partner: Practice grounding techniques, journaling, or seeking support from a psychologist when triggered.
  • For the betraying partner: Respond with empathy, not defensiveness. Validate your partner’s feelings and reassure them of your commitment.

 

4. Consistent Behaviour Over Time

 

Trust isn’t rebuilt with one apology it is rebuilt with consistent actions that demonstrate reliability, honesty, and care over time.

  • Keep promises, even the small ones
  • Follow through on commitments without reminders
  • Show emotional availability and support regularly

 

5. Seeking Professional Support

 

Couples therapy can be invaluable in navigating the complex emotions and communication difficulties that follow infidelity. A Psychologist provides a neutral, structured space to address underlying issues, teach conflict resolution skills, and guide the rebuilding process.

 

PRACTICAL STEPS FOR HEALING TOGETHER 

 

 1. Agree on Boundaries – Define what is acceptable and unacceptable going forward.

 2. Schedule Regular Check-Ins – Have weekly or biweekly conversations to discuss progress, concerns, and emotional needs.

 3. Rebuild Emotional Intimacy Spend quality time together without discussing the infidelity, focusing on shared activities and positive interactions.

 4. Address Underlying Issues – Explore unmet needs, communication gaps, or unresolved conflicts that may have existed before the betrayal.

 

Rebuilding trust after infidelity is not about returning to the old relationship — it’s about creating a new one, built on deeper honesty, empathy, and shared commitment. Healing takes time, and setbacks can happen, but with consistent effort and mutual willingness, trust can be restored.

 

If you are navigating this difficult journey, remember: you do not have to do it alone. Professional guidance can provide the tools, perspective, and safe space needed for meaningful repair.