Heart and Mind Wellness

18/07/2025

Today, we honor the legacy of a man who dreamed of freedom, justice, and unity, and never gave up until that dream became a reality.

At Heart and Mind Wellness, we stand for healing, hope, and transformation. Like Mandela, we believe that no matter how difficult the journey, we must keep dreaming, keep healing, and never give up.

🕯️ This Mandela Day, take 67 minutes to:
✨ Encourage someone who’s ready to give up
🌿 Start a small act of kindness that could grow into something greater
🛐 Reflect on the dreams God has placed in your heart and take one step toward them

Let’s honor Madiba by dreaming boldly, loving deeply, and serving faithfully.

09/06/2025

28/05/2025

Every child deserves to be seen, heard, and supported.
At Heart and Mind Wellness, we offer gentle, faith-based Child Wellness Support for children navigating:
🧸 Big emotions
😢 Anxiety or sadness
🎨 Difficulty expressing themselves
👧🏽👦🏾 Changes at home or school
⛈️ Trauma or stressful experiences

Through talk therapy, play, and creative expression, we help children understand their feelings, build confidence, and feel safe to be themselves.

Because healing begins early — and every heart matters.

Book a session today

20/05/2025

Is your teen feeling overwhelmed?
They might be facing battles you can’t always see — but they don’t have to face them alone.

At Heart and Mind Wellness, we offer adolescent counselling for teens dealing with:
🤯 Peer pressure
😔 Bullying
🧩 Identity struggles
🖤 Suicidal thoughts
📚 Academic stress

We create a safe, supportive space where your teen can talk, heal, and grow — emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.

Let’s help them find their voice and strength. One session at a time.

Book a session today
ruth@heartandmindwellness.co.za

12/05/2025

Happy Monday! 🌞
A new week, a fresh start, and a beautiful reason to smile again 😊

No matter what last week brought you — God’s grace is still flowing, and joy is still possible.
✨ Start your week with gratitude, a deep breath, and a little smile — it can change everything.

📅 Book a session this week and give your mental and spiritual wellness the attention it deserves.
🔗 Link in bio: heartandmindwellness.setmore.com/ruth

“The joy of the Lord is your strength.” — Nehemiah 8:10

11/05/2025

Happy Mother’s Day 💐
To every mother, spiritual mom, grandmother, and woman who nurtures others with love — you are a gift from God.

At Heart and Mind Wellness, we honor your strength, your prayers, your sleepless nights, and your tender heart. Whether you are in a season of joy, grief, waiting, or healing — today, we see you. 💖

“She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.”
— Proverbs 31:25

May you feel celebrated, seen, and surrounded by love today.
🌷 With love, from Heart and Mind Wellness.

02/05/2025

🧠 TRAUMA
💔 Understanding Emotional Wounds & the Journey to Healing 💫

✨ Trauma is a response to painful or overwhelming experiences. It may come from abuse, accidents, grief, violence, or long-term stress. Trauma doesn’t always shout—it can whisper in anxiety, silence, or hidden pain.

🔍 Signs You May Be Carrying Trauma:
🌪️ Flashbacks or nightmares
😶 Emotional numbness or detachment
😨 Sudden fear, anger, or sadness
🚫 Avoiding people, places, or memories
😴 Trouble sleeping, concentrating, or trusting

🧩 Types of Trauma:
💥 Acute – A single shocking event
🔁 Chronic – Ongoing stress or abuse
🧠 Complex – Long-term exposure, often starting in childhood

💣 Effects of Trauma:
🧠 Mental: anxiety, depression, low self-esteem
💔 Emotional: mood swings, fear, irritability
🩺 Physical: fatigue, headaches, body tension
👥 Social: isolation, conflict, fear of closeness
🙏 Spiritual: doubt, despair, feeling far from God

🌈 Steps Toward Healing:
🗣️ Speak up: Talk to someone you trust
🌬️ Calm your body: Try deep breathing, prayer, or gentle walks
🤝 Get help: Trauma therapy can help you process and recover
✝️ Turn to God: His love brings comfort, strength, and peace

💡 Reminder:
Healing doesn't mean forgetting. It means taking your power back and embracing peace.

Let’s walk your healing journey together. You are not alone!

📞 Book a session with Heart and Mind Wellness:
📱 WhatsApp: 0780866888
📧 Email: ruth@heartandmindwellness.co.za
📅 Available Monday to Saturday

02/05/2025

📅 Book your spot online or in person! Call 0780866888 or visit https://heartandmindwellness.setmore.com/ruth.

01/05/2025

Happy Workers' Day!

Today we celebrate you—the heart behind every task, every service, every sacrifice.
As we honor your hard work, let’s also prioritize your mental wellness:
Rest is not a reward, it's a necessity.
You are allowed to say no.
Taking care of your mind is just as important as doing your job.
You are more than your productivity.

Let this be a reminder: Your well-being matters.

Healing hearts. Transforming minds. Glorifying God.
— Heart and Mind Wellness

30/04/2025

Welcome to Heart and Mind Wellness

Our Mission
At Heart and Mind Wellness, we provide faith-based, compassionate counselling to support you through life's challenges. Our experienced counsellors walk alongside you with care, understanding, and professional guidance.

Our Services
1. *Individual Therapy*: Stress, anxiety, depression, trauma
2. *Adolescent Counselling*: Supporting young minds
3. *Gender-Based Violence Survivors Support*: Safe space for healing
4. *Parental Guidance*: Nurturing families
5. *Christian Counselling*: Rooted in faith and love

A Safe Space for Healing
Every session is a safe, non-judgmental space for growth and healing. We're here to help you navigate life's challenges with hope and compassion.

23/04/2025

On World Book Day, let's prioritize children's mental health through the magic of reading!"

22/04/2025

Breathe. Pause. Repeat.
Sometimes, the most powerful thing you can do is just breathe.
Take a few deep breaths, slow down, and give your mind a moment of peace.
This simple practice can lower stress, clear your thoughts, and bring you back to center.

You deserve a moment of calm.

Our services are designed to help you overcome emotional pain and build healthy relationships.