Groenewald Therapy Centre

07/06/2025

Our perception and interpretation of the environment can be vastly different. What one person sees as a threat might not be one at all - past experiences can warp our perception of a situation.

07/06/2025

Break free from past traumas that control your life. The barriers you cling to can lead to anxiety, depression, relationship problems, including communication breakdowns, animosity towards your partner, or feelings of betrayal. This is applicable to all relationships, romantic, friendships, work relationships, etc…

15/05/2025

12/05/2025

Not sure where time has been flying off to, just keep pushing forward...
Sometimes we have to make difficult choices to achieve the greatest things. Year upon year, one study manual to the next, professors, lecturers and constant second guessing, and still going. Today I feel proud (even though I am still in the beginning stages of my Masters degree) I’m still taking the steps forward! This is a reminder to everyone, keep pushing on even when you want to give up. In the end, you will be grateful you carried on carrying on.

11/05/2025

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms.
Be kind to all to all woman today, not only to those blessed enough to be a mom, but to those that may be struggling to become a mom. This day is a beautiful day of gratitude for mothers, but we must remember to acknowledge there are woman that feel the void they so desperately try to escape. Today is a beautiful reminder of gratitude and a day pain for some.

15/04/2025

People don’t realise how lonely one can feel, how dark their minds can become.
Your mind can be the most beautiful place or the worst kind of hell you can imagine.
So please never dismiss someone in a dark place.
That being said, remember this, you can show someone the light, but it is up to them to follow that light, we can not force anyone to take the steps, we can only show them the path!

26/02/2025

Always make an effort to improve 🌼

07/12/2024

Always something about the end of the year, makes you reflect and think wow what a year?!
Seeing that after everything that has happened, you are still standing, whether the year has been a bad one or a good one, you survived it. Moving forward use your new life lessons for improvement.
Nothing is permanent, everything changes when you change your view!

19/10/2024

Here’s a list of resources for parents of children with disabilities in South Africa. These organizations and services provide support, information, and assistance to families navigating the challenges of raising children with disabilities.

1. Disability Rights South Africa (DRSA)
Website: Disability Rights South Africa
Description: DRSA advocates for the rights of people with disabilities, providing legal support, information, and resources to empower families.

2. South African Federation for Mental Health (SAFMH)
Website: SAFMH
Description: SAFMH offers resources, support, and advocacy for individuals with mental health challenges and their families, including workshops and educational materials.

3. Parent Support Group (PSG)
Description: PSG offers support and networking opportunities for parents of children with disabilities, facilitating connections and sharing experiences.

4. Special Needs South Africa
Website: Special Needs South Africa
Description: This online platform provides resources, articles, and support groups for parents of children with disabilities, along with a directory of service providers.

5. Childhood Development Trust
Website: Childhood Development Trust
Description: Offers support and resources for early childhood development, particularly for children with disabilities.

6. The South African Society of Psychiatrists (SASOP)
Website: SASOP
Description: Provides resources and information on mental health and psychiatric support for families and children with mental health issues.

7. National Association of the Deaf (NAD)
Website: NAD
Description: Supports the deaf community in South Africa, providing resources, advocacy, and education for families with deaf children.

8. Cerebral Palsy South Africa
Website: Cerebral Palsy South Africa
Description: Offers support, information, and resources specifically for families of children with cerebral palsy.

9. Autism South Africa
Website: Autism South Africa
Description: Provides support, information, and advocacy for individuals with autism and their families.

10. Little Angels
Website: Little Angels
Description: Offers resources and support for families of children with disabilities, including educational materials and workshops.

11. Down Syndrome South Africa
Website: Down Syndrome South Africa
Description: Provides information, support, and resources for families of children with Down syndrome.

12. The Centre for Autism Research and Education (CARE)
Website: CARE
Description: Offers resources, assessments, and interventions for children on the autism spectrum and their families.

13. National Council for Persons with Physical Disabilities in South Africa (NCPPDSA)
Website: NCPPDSA
Description: Advocates for the rights of people with physical disabilities and provides resources and support for families.

These resources provide valuable support for parents of children with disabilities in South Africa. Whether you need information, advocacy, or connection with other families, these organizations can help guide you through the challenges and empower you in your journey.

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