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Monday 08:00 - 17:00 Tuesday 08:30 - 17:00 Wednesday 08:30 - 17:00 Thursday 08:30 - 17:00 Friday 08:30 - 17:00 Saturday 08:30 - 12:00

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Helene Potgieter Registered Counsellor

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Helene Potgieter Registered Counsellor

I am a HPCSA Registered Counsellor practicing from Corner Health in Fish Hoek, Cape Town. Online counselling sessions can also be arranged. BWRT practitioner.

04/04/2025

End of the week reminder

23/10/2024

The hardest part of the race is always just before the finish line. 🏃‍♀️ As the year ends, many of us feel burnt out because we’ve been pushing ourselves for months, juggling deadlines, goals, and life. That final stretch can feel exhausting, but remember to pace yourself and take breaks. 🏅Remember to ask for help when you need it✨

28/09/2024

How to Hug a Porcupine: Learning to Love Those with Difficult Personalities by Debbie Joffe Ellman offers strategies for dealing with challenging individuals in a compassionate and effective way.

Here are 10 lessons from the book:

1. Understand the Nature of Difficult Personalities: Recognize that difficult personalities often stem from underlying fears, insecurities, or unmet needs. Understanding these root causes can help in approaching them with empathy rather than frustration.

2. Set Boundaries with Compassion: Establishing clear and respectful boundaries is essential when dealing with difficult people. Boundaries help maintain your well-being while ensuring that interactions remain constructive.

3. Practice Active Listening: Engage in active listening to truly understand the perspective of the difficult individual. Listening attentively without judgment fosters better communication and can defuse tense situations.

4. Avoid Taking Things Personally: Remember that challenging behavior often reflects the other person's issues rather than a reflection on you. Keeping this in mind can help you stay calm and respond more effectively.

5. Use Positive Reinforcement: Reinforce positive behavior by acknowledging and rewarding it. Encouraging desirable behaviors through positive reinforcement can lead to more constructive interactions.

6. Develop Empathy and Compassion: Cultivate empathy by trying to see the world from the other person's perspective. Compassionate understanding can help in managing conflicts and fostering a more supportive relationship.

7. Maintain Your Emotional Balance: Manage your own emotions to avoid escalating conflicts. Staying composed and focused helps you handle difficult interactions with greater ease and effectiveness.

8. Employ Effective Communication Strategies: Use clear, assertive, and respectful communication to express your needs and concerns. Effective communication helps in resolving misunderstandings and addressing issues constructively.

9. Be Patient and Persistent: Dealing with difficult personalities often requires patience and persistence. Building rapport and working through challenges can take time, so approach each situation with a long-term perspective.

10. Seek Support When Needed: If interactions with a difficult person become overwhelming, seek support from friends, family, or professional counselors. Support networks can provide guidance and help you navigate challenging relationships more effectively.

How to Hug a Porcupine offers practical advice for managing relationships with individuals who exhibit challenging behaviors, emphasizing the importance of empathy, boundaries, and effective communication.

02/09/2024

Three lessons I've taken from winter
1) Embracing cycles and change - it's an inevitable part of life and one thing that we can depend on: that things will change! Accepting the impermanence of life is important.
2) Finding beauty in stillness. In a world that is often so busy and chaotic, the quiet and slow pace of winter reminds us to appreciate those times and to slacken our speed.
3) Appreciating small comforts. In the cold (and sometimes harsh) environment of winter the little things - like a cup of tea or warm meal - can bring us joy and teach us the value of gratitude.

11/07/2024

Don't let winter freeze your mood! Let's make this winter a season of well being!

04/07/2024

Have you ever found yourself in a liminal mental space?

26/05/2024

Supporting your teen through exam season? Here are some tips to help manage stress and stay healthy. 📝💪

22/05/2024

Exams can be stressful, but with the right support, your child can succeed! Swipe through for some tips on how you can help your Primary School child during this crucial time. 💪✨

07/05/2024

Whether you're seeking new connections or cherishing existing ones, nurturing friendships is essential for our well-being. Tag a friend you're grateful for and let's celebrate the beauty of friendship together! 🤝💖

26/04/2024

💙 Self-care isn't just for our clients, it's essential for us as practitioners too! Taking care of ourselves allows us to show up fully for others. Here are some free self-care tips that you can practice this weekend. Remember, prioritizing your well-being isn't selfish, it's necessary.

22/04/2024

🌿 Embracing Earth Day 🌱 Take a moment today to step outside, breathe in the fresh air, and soak in the beauty around you. Let's celebrate Earth Day by nurturing our planet and ourselves. 🌍💚

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19 Recreation Road, Fish Hoek
Cape Town
7978

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:30 - 17:00
Thursday	08:30 - 17:00
Friday	08:30 - 17:00
Saturday	08:30 - 12:00

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