The Couch

The Couch At The Couch, we're dedicated to empowering individuals on their mental health journey. Heal. Learn. Grow

With over a decade of experience, our multidisciplinary team of psychologists, psychiatrists, and occupational therapists provide personalized care. The Couch is a private psychology practice based in Rivonia, Gauteng, South Africa.The Couch provides a wide range of psychological services.

Today, we recognise ADHD and the many different ways it can show up in people’s lives.ADHD is more than being “easily di...
14/09/2026

Today, we recognise ADHD and the many different ways it can show up in people’s lives.

ADHD is more than being “easily distracted” or “hyperactive.” It can affect attention, organisation, emotional regulation, working memory and everyday functioning. It can also look very different from one person to another.

National ADHD Day is an opportunity to challenge the misconceptions around you, encourage understanding in your communities and remind those living with ADHD that their experiences are valid. Different brains deserve understanding, support and compassion.

💚 One brain, many tabs, zero judgement.

🎙️ Tune in to YFM tomorrow morning at 08:00!For ADHD Awareness day, including how it can affect children, adults and rel...
13/09/2026

🎙️ Tune in to YFM tomorrow morning at 08:00!

For ADHD Awareness day, including how it can affect children, adults and relationships.

Join us for an informative conversation.

📻 Tune in tomorrow at 08:00 on YFM with clinical psychologist Deborah!

10/09/2026

World Su***de Prevention Day💛

Today, we’re reminded of the importance of connection, compassion, and reaching out.

A simple check-in can remind someone that they are seen, heard, and cared for. 💛

Every season has a purpose. 🌱🍂Just like nature changes, our emotional seasons change too. Some periods may feel heavy, w...
08/09/2026

Every season has a purpose. 🌱🍂

Just like nature changes, our emotional seasons change too. Some periods may feel heavy, while others bring growth, peace and renewal. Give yourself permission to grow through it. 🤍

We often offer patience, understanding and kindness to the people we love, yet struggle to give ourselves that same comp...
07/09/2026

We often offer patience, understanding and kindness to the people we love, yet struggle to give ourselves that same compassion.
Pay attention to your inner voice. Replace harsh criticism with understanding, give yourself grace on difficult days, and remember that you deserve the same kindness you give to others.

A clearer mind doesn’t mean having no difficult thoughtsIt means learning that you don’t have to hold onto every one of ...
06/09/2026

A clearer mind doesn’t mean having no difficult thoughts
It means learning that you don’t have to hold onto every one of them. 🤍

Supporting someone through a difficult time can feel overwhelming.Many of us worry about saying the wrong thing, not doi...
05/09/2026

Supporting someone through a difficult time can feel overwhelming.

Many of us worry about saying the wrong thing, not doing enough, or somehow making things worse. When someone we care about is struggling, it is natural to want to help.

One of the most important things to remember is that support is not about having the perfect words or fixing someone’s pain. Often, it is about listening, being present, respecting their boundaries, and recognising that everyone responds to hardship differently.

It is also important to acknowledge our own limits. Caring for someone else does not mean carrying everything on our own.

🫂 Sometimes, showing up does not mean doing more. It means showing up with empathy and patience.

How do you try to support the people you care about during challenging times?

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The Self-Awareness Onion describes the process of *uncovering deeper truths about oneself* by peeling back 3 distinct la...
03/09/2026

The Self-Awareness Onion describes the process of *uncovering deeper truths about oneself* by peeling back 3 distinct layers.

~Identifying Emotions:
recognising what you are feeling in the moment (e.g., I am feeling angry)
~Understanding the “Why”: probing the reasons behind these emotions to discover underlying causes (e.g., Why am I angry?)
~Examining Values: determining the core values that drive these emotions (e.g., I am angry because someone broke my trust boundaries.)

The Self-Awareness Onion is useful because it helps us understand ourselves in layers, instead of treating your thoughts and behaviours as random or fixed.

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Women’s Month is a reminder that strength takes many forms. It can look like speaking up, supporting one another, creati...
02/09/2026

Women’s Month is a reminder that strength takes many forms.

It can look like speaking up, supporting one another, creating opportunities, setting boundaries, pursuing your goals, or simply continuing through difficult seasons.

Women’s Month is also an opportunity to reflect on the dignity, equality, and respect every woman deserves — while recognising the diverse experiences of women in South Africa and beyond.

What does women’s strength mean to you?💜

Trying to cope on your own is more common than many people realise.Self-medicating can take many forms. These behaviours...
02/09/2026

Trying to cope on your own is more common than many people realise.

Self-medicating can take many forms. These behaviours often come from a very human place: wanting relief, comfort, or simply a break from emotional distress.

Our emotions are not always problems to eliminate. They can be important signals that something in our lives may need attention, such as ongoing stress, burnout, grief, or other emotional challenges.

Medication can be an important part of treatment for many people when prescribed and monitored by an appropriate healthcare professional. Understanding what we are feeling and why we are feeling it can also be an important part of caring for our mental health.

🌱 A gentle reflection: What might this feeling be asking me to pay attention to?

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Johannesburg
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