Mediation is an intervention employed during a dispute as an objective third party as a means of reaching a resolution. During the month of August, we at The Connect Group […]
Being more Inclusive and Diverse in your Counselling
The diversity of our South African context offers mental health practitioners an exciting opportunity to be more inclusive in their practice. We intentionally frame inclusive practice as an opportunity as […]
FAQ: Counselling with The Connect Group
Stepping into a counselling relationship is a big and beautiful decision which should be understood fully to reap its full benefit! To help you do just that, we have compiled […]
Giving Thanks Around The Globe
Did you know that practicing gratitude and giving thanks directly correlates with reducing stress and anxiety levels (Littlefield C., Harvard Review 2020)? Did you know that practicing gratitude and giving […]
Diving into Common Mental Illnesses
October is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in light of this, we set out to explore some of the more common mental illnesses. Over 10% of the world’s population suffers […]
Normalizing Intimacy Issues
‘Intimacy issues’ is a topic that people tend to steer away from as it tends to promote some discomfort in us all! We at the Connect Group, however, know and […]
Social Skills: Why are they so Important?
Social skills are an integral part of life and now more than ever, when we have been deprived of much socialization due to the pandemic. Young people, especially, have felt […]
Why Group Therapy: Top Motivators for why YOU should consider group therapy!
When considering therapy options, group therapy has much to offer and the advantages are so under-rated! From affordability to accountability, group therapy has the power to propel change and growth […]
Children’s Rights
Children are the most vulnerable population group in the world and rely on the protection of their parents. Parents have the responsibility to uphold the rights of the child, ensuring that […]
Parental Rights & Responsibilities
As a parent, one has the responsibility to protect the rights of your child (ren). Parents take on the role of protector, until such an age that the child can […]