Dr Marshinee Naidoo

Dr Marshinee Naidoo �Wife�Mom
�Brave Heart
�Fierce Mind
�Free Spirit
�Old Soul
�Specialist Psychiatrist

Manage your stress effectively with these 5 steps. _Your mental health matters, and we’re here to support you every step...
31/03/2026

Manage your stress effectively with these 5 steps.

_

Your mental health matters, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. 🌿

Get in touch:
☎️ 011 869 1755
📱 WhatsApp: 076 414 3285
📩 dr.naidoo.m@gmail.com

You decide how you show up. _Your mental health matters, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. 🌿Get in to...
30/03/2026

You decide how you show up.

_

Your mental health matters, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. 🌿

Get in touch:
☎️ 011 869 1755
📱 WhatsApp: 076 414 3285
📩 dr.naidoo.m@gmail.com

Sometimes we put so much pressure on ourselves to have everything figured outbut life is something we learn as we go.If ...
29/03/2026

Sometimes we put so much pressure on ourselves to have everything figured out
but life is something we learn as we go.

If you could sit with your younger self for a moment.
what would you say?
Would you remind them to slow down?
to worry less?
to trust themselves a little more?

Be gentle with who you were
you did the best you could with what you knew 🤍

_

Your mental health matters, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. 🌿

Get in touch:
☎️ 011 869 1755
📱 WhatsApp: 076 414 3285
📩 dr.naidoo.m@gmail.com

Healing is not linear.You are doing the best you can._Your mental health matters, and we’re here to support you every st...
28/03/2026

Healing is not linear.
You are doing the best you can.

_

Your mental health matters, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. 🌿

Get in touch:
☎️ 011 869 1755
📱 WhatsApp: 076 414 3285
📩 dr.naidoo.m@gmail.com

27/03/2026

As the week comes to a close, I want to remind you to pause and take care of yourself. Work and responsibilities can feel overwhelming, but your well-being matters most.

Take this time to rest, breathe, and nurture your mind and heart. Remember, you are seen, you are valued, and you are enough.

Wishing you a peaceful and restorative weekend.

-Dr Marshinee Naidoo

_

Your mental health matters, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. 🌿

Get in touch:
☎️ 011 869 1755
📱 WhatsApp: 076 414 3285
📩 dr.naidoo.m@gmail.com

Be kinder to yourself 🤍Growth doesn't come from pressure, comparison, or harsh self talk, it comes from patience, rest, ...
26/03/2026

Be kinder to yourself 🤍
Growth doesn't come from pressure, comparison, or harsh self talk, it comes from patience, rest, and small wins.

Swap habits that drain you for ones that build you.

_

Your mental health matters, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. 🌿

Get in touch:
☎️ 011 869 1755
📱 WhatsApp: 076 414 3285
📩 dr.naidoo.m@gmail.com

Change is scary but a beautiful transformation 🦋 _Your mental health matters, and we’re here to support you every step o...
25/03/2026

Change is scary but a beautiful transformation 🦋

_

Your mental health matters, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. 🌿

Get in touch:
☎️ 011 869 1755
📱 WhatsApp: 076 414 3285
📩 dr.naidoo.m@gmail.com

A panic attack can feel overwhelming and frightening, often coming on suddenly and without warning. You may experience a...
24/03/2026

A panic attack can feel overwhelming and frightening, often coming on suddenly and without warning. You may experience a racing heart, shortness of breath, dizziness, chest tightness, or a sense of losing control. While these symptoms feel intense, they are not life-threatening.

Panic attacks are your body’s response to perceived danger, even when no real threat is present. Understanding this can help reduce fear in the moment.

If you feel a panic attack coming on, try to gently ground yourself:

• Focus on your breathing, inhale slowly through your nose for 4 seconds, hold for 4, and exhale for 6

• Name 5 things you can see, 4 you can feel, 3 you can hear, 2 you can smell, 1 you can taste

• Place your feet firmly on the ground and notice the support beneath you

• Remind yourself: “This will pass. I am safe.”

• If possible, move to a quiet, comfortable space.

These small steps can help bring your body out of panic and back to a state of calm.

If panic attacks are frequent or affecting your daily life, professional support can make a meaningful difference.

Contact Dr Marshinee Naidoo

📞 011 869 1755 / 076 414 3285
📧 dr.naidoo.m@gmail.com
Akeso Alberton

📍 Akeso Psychiatrist Clinic, Alberton, Suite 04
📞 087 098 0456 (ext. 5912)
Akeso Parktown

📍 Akeso Psychiatrist Clinic, Parktown, Suite 17
📞 087 098 0458 (ext. 5501)

23/03/2026

Gender roles are deeply rooted in South African society but their impact on mental health is often overlooked.

From a young age, many are taught to “be strong”, “not cry”, or to carry the weight of family and financial responsibility alone. While these expectations may come from cultural values and tradition, they can also create silent pressure that affects emotional well-being.

Men may feel unable to express vulnerability, leading to suppressed emotions, stress, and untreated depression. Women often face the burden of balancing caregiving, work, and societal expectations, increasing the risk of burnout and anxiety.

Mental health does not exist in isolation. It is shaped by the roles we are expected to play every day.

Breaking these patterns starts with awareness, open conversations, and creating safe spaces where people can express themselves without judgment.

Seeking help is not weakness. It is a step toward healing.

Contact Dr Marshinee Naidoo
📞 011 869 1755 / 076 414 3285
📧 dr.naidoo.m@gmail.com

Akeso Alberton
📍 Akeso Psychiatrist Clinic, Alberton, Suite 04
📞 087 098 0456 (ext. 5912)

Akeso Parktown
📍 Akeso Psychiatrist Clinic, Parktown, Suite 17
📞 087 098 0458 (ext. 5501)

Early Detection vs Neglecting Your Mental HealthMental health challenges rarely begin as something severe. They often st...
22/03/2026

Early Detection vs Neglecting Your Mental Health

Mental health challenges rarely begin as something severe. They often start with subtle changes, feeling more tired than usual, becoming easily irritable, struggling to focus, or losing interest in things you once enjoyed.

When these early signs are recognised, it creates an opportunity to take action. Seeking support early can help prevent symptoms from escalating and allows you to develop healthy coping strategies before things begin to feel overwhelming.

Neglecting your mental health, however, can have a cumulative effect. Emotional strain, stress, and anxiety don’t simply disappear when left unaddressed, they tend to build over time. What may begin as mild distress can gradually affect your sleep, energy levels, productivity, and relationships.

Many people delay seeking help because they feel they should manage on their own or believe their struggles are not serious enough. But mental health care is not only for moments of crisis, it is most effective when accessed early.
Recognising when something feels “off” and responding to it is not a weakness, it is self-awareness.

You don’t need to wait until it becomes overwhelming to take your mental health seriously. Early support can make all the difference.

📞 011 869 1755 / 076 414 3285
📧 dr.naidoo.m@gmail.com
📍 Akeso Alberton
📍 Akeso Parktown

DepressionAwareness SeekHelpEarly DrNaidoo

Human Rights Day is a reminder that dignity, respect, and equality should never be optional, they are a right for every ...
21/03/2026

Human Rights Day is a reminder that dignity, respect, and equality should never be optional, they are a right for every person.

In South Africa, this day calls us to reflect not only on how far we’ve come, but on the role we each play in shaping a more compassionate and inclusive society. Because human rights are not only protected in laws, they are lived out in everyday moments, in how we speak, how we treat others, and how we show up for those around us.

There are still many who feel unheard, unseen, or unsupported. And sometimes, the most powerful thing we can do is choose kindness, create safe spaces, and lead with understanding.

Today is not just about awareness. It’s about responsibility.

To respect.
To uplift.
To stand for one another.

Because a better South Africa starts with all of us. 🇿🇦

World Happiness Day! 😊A smile is more than just an expression, it’s a small act that can boost your mood and brighten so...
20/03/2026

World Happiness Day! 😊
A smile is more than just an expression, it’s a small act that can boost your mood and brighten someone else’s day.

Take a moment to smile today, for yourself and for those around you. 💛

Your mental health matters. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you need support.

📞 011 869 1755 / 076 414 3285
📧 dr.naidoo.m@gmail.com
Akeso Alberton | Akeso Parktown

Address

Alberton

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Dr Marshinee Naidoo posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Practice

Send a message to Dr Marshinee Naidoo:

Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn
Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share via Email
Share on WhatsApp Share on Instagram Share on Telegram