Health & care

Psychoanalysis operates on the premise that there exists a knowledge not known to ourselves, an unconscious knowledge. If one worked in one’s own  best interests and if one is in control we wouldn’t be capable of our own destruction such as in cases of anorexia, addiction, gambling, puzzling anxiety or depression. Psychoanalytic psychotherapy is a practice that focuses primarily on speech. Language is our connection to reality as reality is grounded in speech. Psychoanalysis is an effective method of treatment for those experiencing disturbances in affect, thought or behaviour. Clinical experience shows that when one symptom disappears it is often replaced by another. Psychoanalysis aims to undo the identifications and fixations that have led to the repetition in symptom-formation. Clinical practice in the psychoanalytic orientation is preoccupied with the singularity of each client in a case-by-case tradition not a one solution fits all model. Speech provides the means to access ...

Psychotherapists who work in a Humanistic and integrative approach create a space for individual’s to develop an awareness around what is preventing them from living their life to its fullest. This approach runs counter to the scientific tenets of behaviourism and analytic approach of Freudian Psychoanalysis. The Humanistic and Integrative approach includes, in its process, those aspects that make up what it is to be human for example, love, values, self awareness, choice and human potential. Within the Humanistic and Integrative approach human beings are seen as a whole person living through a level of integration through their mind, psyche, body and feelings. This approach also believes that the responsibility for the individual’s life lies with the individual themselves. Individual’s make their own choices and are responsible for both their action and inaction. The practitioner sees the person as dynamic and as an entity unfolding in different stages. It is recognised that along th...

There are some stresses that we can avoid. Not all stress is avoidable and it is unhealthy to avoid situations that need to be addressed. However, you will be surprised how many stressors in your life you can eliminate. Learn to say no - Know your limits and stick to them. Whether in your personal or professional life, refuse to take on additional responsibilities when you are about to fulfill them. Taking on more than you can handle is a recipe for stress. It may be difficult at first, but the more you say it, the easier it becomes. Avoid people who stress you out - If someone is constantly causing stress in your life and you can't turn the relationship back, limit the time you spend with that person or end the relationship altogether. This applies to family members (mother, father, aunt, sibling, etc.) who may love you, but are a burden. Limiting your time with them is not selfish, it is important. Take control of your surroundings - If the evening news worries you, turn off the ...