Kevin & Elise Fourie Counselling Psychologists Pretoria

30/08/2025

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"Parents who don't really listen
to their children tend
to have children
who really don't listen
to their parents."

Communication starts with connection. Start by truly listening. 🤝

27/08/2025

Listening is Love

In the busy rush of life, it’s easy to say “just a minute…”
But your child’s story — even the silly ones — matter. 🧸

👂 Active listening builds connection, security, and trust.

💬 “To a child, LOVE is spelled T-I-M-E.”

Take a few minutes each day to truly listen. It may be the most healing thing you do — for both of you.

Read more: https://fourie-psych.com/2025/07/28/7-common-parenting-habits-that-can-affect-a-childs-emotional-wellbeing/

📞 Need guidance on being a more present parent?
Contact Kevin & Elise Fourie – Counselling Psychologists
📍 Pretoria | 📧 admin@fourie-psych.com | 📱 (012) 348-1342

23/08/2025

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"Parenthood turns you
into a morning person
the same way being
chased by a bear
makes you a runner..."

19/08/2025

Validating Feelings

🥄 Ran out of ice cream?
To us, it’s small. To a 5-year-old, it’s everything.

🧠 Dismissing your child’s emotions can teach them to bottle things up — leading to emotional struggles down the line.

💡 “A simple moment of empathy can shape how your child feels safe expressing themselves.”

Validate. Support. Connect. These are the building blocks of emotionally healthy kids.

Read more: https://fourie-psych.com/2025/07/28/7-common-parenting-habits-that-can-affect-a-childs-emotional-wellbeing/

📞 Ready to strengthen your parent-child relationship?
Reach out to Kevin & Elise Fourie – Counselling Psychologists
📍 Pretoria | 📧 admin@fourie-psych.com | 📱 (012) 348-1342

16/08/2025

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"Show me a perfect mother,
and I'll show you a mermaid
riding a unicorn over a double rainbow
with a fairy holding a pot of gold at the end of it."

There’s no such thing as perfect — only real, trying-their-best, love-you-like-crazy moms. 💛

14/08/2025

Respecting Boundaries

🏠 Sometimes, all a child needs is a little space.

Respecting their boundaries teaches trust and self-worth. Whether it’s a closed door or a quiet moment alone, giving them space shows you value their independence.

🌱 “Boundaries help children feel secure and respected — essential ingredients for emotional growth.”

Read more here: https://fourie-psych.com/2025/07/28/7-common-parenting-habits-that-can-affect-a-childs-emotional-wellbeing/

Need guidance in setting healthy family dynamics?

📞 Contact Kevin & Elise Fourie – Counselling Psychologists
📍 Pretoria | 📧 admin@fourie-psych.com | 📱 (012) 348-1342

12/08/2025

🌍 International Youth Day – 12 August

Today, we celebrate the energy, resilience, and boundless potential of young people across the globe. 💪💡

At Fourie Counselling, we believe in nurturing the mental and emotional well-being of our youth — empowering them to build confident, fulfilling futures. Whether it’s dealing with anxiety, identity, relationships, or navigating life’s challenges, support is here.

Let’s raise our voices with and for our youth. 🗣️💛

09/08/2025

🌸 Happy Women’s Day, South Africa! 🇿🇦

9 August is a powerful reminder of the strength, resilience, and courage of the women who marched in 1956 — and of all the women shaping our nation today.

To every mother, daughter, sister, leader, dreamer, and doer — we celebrate you. 💪
Your voice matters. Your work matters. YOU matter.

Let’s continue to uplift, empower, and create opportunities for women in every corner of our country. 🌍❤️

08/08/2025

https://www.webmd.com/depression/ss/cm/slideshow-best-vitamins-and-supplements-for-your-mental-health

Learn how vitamins and minerals support mental health. Discover the benefits of Vitamin D, B vitamins, Omega-3s, and more.

04/08/2025

Criticism vs Praise

🔍 Did you know that constant criticism can damage a child’s self-esteem over time?

Instead of focusing on what they’re doing wrong, try celebrating their efforts and guiding them with kindness.

💬 “When we praise our children, we help them build confidence and resilience — tools they’ll carry for life.”

Let’s raise emotionally strong, self-assured kids – one encouraging word at a time.

Read more here: https://fourie-psych.com/2025/07/28/7-common-parenting-habits-that-can-affect-a-childs-emotional-wellbeing/

📞 Need support on your parenting journey?
Contact Kevin & Elise Fourie – Counselling Psychologists
📍 Based in Pretoria | 📧 admin@fourie-psych.com | 📱 (012) 348-1342

02/08/2025

Life may not be the
party we'd hoped for,
but while we're here
we should dance.

Even when life doesn’t go as planned, we still have the power to choose joy, movement, and meaning. At Kevin & Elise Fourie Counselling Psychologists, we're here to help you find your rhythm again—through the hard times and the healing.

01/08/2025

Such an important message!

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