Vita Nova Counselling

15/09/2025

Let's unpack some COUNSELLING MYTHS!

❌ MYTH: Talking about my issues will make them worse
✅ FACT: Naming and exploring your pain is often the first step toward healing.

Avoidance often makes pain grow.
Talking through your struggles helps you process and release them, not amplify them.

If you need someone safe to talk to, visit:
vitanova.co.za

12/09/2025

Let's unpack a few COUNSELLING MYTHS!

❌ MYTH: Counselling is only for people with serious problems!
✅ FACT: Counselling is for anyone seeking growth, clarity, or support.

Counselling is most definitely not only for crisis moments. It's also for self-discovery, growth, and support through transitions.
Everyone deserves a space to be heard.

To secure a session with one of our counsellors, visit:
vitanova.co.za

12/09/2025

“ Trauma rewires the nervous system. It can leave those affected in a state of hyper vigilance, emotional withdrawal, or intense reactivity, even in relationships that are loving and supportive. That’s why safety isn’t just a luxury in relationships affected by trauma, it’s a lifeline. Creating emotional safety allows partners to shift from surviving to truly connecting.”

To read the full article, written by Soecialist Wellness Counsellor, Linda-May Roodt, visit:

https://www.vitanova.co.za/the-role-of-safety-in-healing-trauma-within-relationships/e

Discover how emotional safety serves as the foundation for healing trauma within relationships. This article explores practical ways to foster trust, connection, and resilience in couples and families.Ask ChatGPT

11/09/2025

Let's unpack a few COUNSELLING MYTHS!

❌ MYTH: If I start counselling, I’ll be in it forever!
✅ FACT: Counselling can be short-term, goal-focused, or ongoing; your needs set the pace.

Counselling doesn’t have to be forever. Some people need just a few sessions to reset, others appreciate longer support. You decide what works for you.

To secure a session with one of our counsellors, visit:
vitanova.co.za

10/09/2025

🌱 Growth isn’t on a timer. Some wounds need more time than others. Be patient with yourself; you are healing, not racing.

Old Thought: I should be over this by now
New Thought: Healing takes time


To find out more about our services, visit:
vitanova.co.za

09/09/2025

💬 Feelings aren’t flaws. Your emotions matter and deserve space. Don’t dismiss them; explore them.

Old Thought: I’m too emotional
New Thought: My feelings are valid

To find out more about our services, please visit:
vitanova.co.za

29/08/2025

"In our hectic world, parenting often feels like a high-wire act. Between work demands, school runs, extracurriculars, and social media’s pressure to be picture-perfect, feeling inadequate as a parent is common. But here is a vital truth: children do not need perfect because they need good enough."

To read the full article by our Social Worker in private practice; Racheal Johnston, visit:

Discover practical ways to embrace “good enough” parenting every day. Learn how mindful moments, self-care, play, and presence help you build resilience, connection, and joy with your child—without striving for perfection.

28/08/2025

🧠 Loneliness can cloud our perception.
Challenge the belief that no one cares by identifying even one person you trust. Reach out. Connection begins with a single message.
Old Thought: "No one cares"
New Thought: "Who can I reach out to?"


To find out more about our services, visit: vitanova.co.za

27/08/2025

🪜 Every journey starts with one small step. Overwhelm shrinks when we focus on the next doable thing. You don’t need to do it all at once.

Old Thought: "I can’t do this"
New Thought: "I’ll take it one step at a time"


To find out more about our services or to secure a session with one of our counsellors, visit: vitanova.co.za

26/08/2025

💡 When you’re hard on yourself, pause and ask: what do I truly need right now? Often, kindness and curiosity work better than criticism.

Old Thought: "What’s wrong with me?"
New Thought: "What do I need right now?"



To find out more about our services or to secure a session with one of our counsellors, visit: vitanova.co.za

25/08/2025

💭 Reframing how we speak to ourselves can change how we experience life.

Old thought - "I am failing." New thought - "I am learning."

Instead of judging yourself for falling short, remind yourself that you’re learning



For more information on our services, visit: vitanova.co.za

22/08/2025

"Emotional disconnection rarely happens overnight.
It often begins with a gradual erosion of emotional intimacy—missed moments of affection, unresolved conflicts swept under the rug, and the slow disappearance of meaningful conversations.
Life’s demands take over: careers, parenting, financial stress, and logistical coordination can crowd out romance and connection. Partners may feel lonely even while living side-by-side, like strangers passing in the hallway of their own lives."

To read the full article, written by Specialist Wellness Counsellor; Linda-May Roodt, visit:

Explore the concept of the silent divorce—emotional disconnection in marriage—and learn how couples can recognize the distance, reconnect with intention, and create a healthier emotional environment for themselves and their children.