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This 5th Episode of Season 6 is aimed at helping listeners understand what to expect from counselling and when to access counselling. Our guest speakers forthis valuable episode are Ms Ruqayya Seedat (Senior Counselling Psychologist) and Ms Mosna Khaile (Registered Counsellor), both from the SCU. This episode will focus on some of the following aspects: Common myths about counsellingWhat exactly is counselling? What does counselling entail?When to access counselling?The benefits of accessing counsellingHow to access the counselling service at the University of Pretoria (UP)?What additional services are offered by the Student Counselling Unit at UP?

This 4th Episode of Season 6 focuses on the misuse of mental health terminology on social media. Our guest speakers for this extremely relevant episode are Miss Kedeboni Mamosadi (Intern Counselling Psychologist ) and Miss Anathi Mqolweni (Comm Serve Clinical Psychologist) both from the SCU. This episode will unpack the following questions: Why is it important to address the misuse of mental health terminology?Which mental health terms are frequently misused?How has social media contributed to the misuse of mental health terminology?What does the research show in terms of whotends to misuse these terms?How to navigate and share mental health content on social media in a discerning manner?What exactly is mental health & how can we obtain a proper mental healthdiagnosis?How can we build awareness and implement accurate usage of mental health terminology in our everyday interactions?

This 3rd episode of season 6 is an important episode because it focuses on preparing university students for life after graduation. The guest speakers for this episode are: Ms Thando Ngomani (UP Career Services Manager), Ms Ruqayya Seedat (Senior Psychologist - SCU) & Ms Kedeboni Mamosadi (Intern Psychologist-SCU) The following will be explored during this episode: common challenges that graduates face, skills that can help graduates with their job search journey, resources available to UP final year or senior students offered by Career Services on campus to help them with preparing for the job search journey, how to deal with rejection as graduates navigate the job search journey, how to take care of your mental health and enhance mental fitness/resilience during the job search journey.

Our guest speakers for this 2nd episode (season 6) are Ms Lisanda Lxingo (Intern Counselling Psychologist) and Ms Ruqayya Seedat (Senior Counselling Psychologist), both from the SCU - Student Counselling Unit at UP. This episode will focus on unpacking the following: What is career counselling vs career assessment? What can a student expect from a career assessment at the SCU?What is the benefit of career counselling and career assessment for our students?When do I need a career assessment vs when do I need to consult with my academic success coach or faculty admin personnel?How can I gather more information and gainclarity about possible career paths my current degree may lead to in order to make an informed career choice and plan ahead?

This 6th season is proudly brought to you by the Student Counselling Unit at the University of Pretoria, in collaboration with TuksFM. Our guest speakers for Episode 1, Season 6 are Ms Nandi Ramatlotlo and Ms Nkateko Mathebula, both Intern Counselling Psychologists from the Student Counselling Unit. This episode is aimed at our 1st years and undergraduates, and the topic is "how to survive and thrive at UP?" This episode will focus on (1) Important skills, tips and lessons required at the start of your university journey to ensure a smooth transition from high school to university, (2) info about the various support resources available to our UP students and (3) understanding what academic exclusion is and how to avoid academic exclusion.

Our guest speakers for this 7th episode are Ms Shela Tlamama (Registered Counsellor) and Ms Sibongile Sibanyoni (Senior Clinical Psychologist), both from the Student Counselling Unit. This episode focuses on understanding the concept of mental health and how we can nurture and maintain optimal levels of mental health.

Our guest speaker for this 6th episode is Mr. Tumelo "Duke" Rasebopye, who is a diversity and inclusion specialist at the University of Pretoria's Transformation Office. This episode will focus on unpacking the construct of Masculinity and understanding the mental health struggles that men face as a result of certain limiting notions of masculinity.

Our guest speakers for this 5th episode are Ms Shela Tlamama (Registered Counsellor) and Ms Lesedi Mosime (Intern Counselling Psychologist), both from the Student Counselling Unit. This episode will unpack the impact of social media on our mental health, specifically the comparison factor and how we can navigate and utilise social media in a healthier, more effective way.

Our guest speaker for this 4th episode is Ms Nthabiseng Moeketsi, Senior Counselling Psychologist from the Student Counselling Unit. The following will be discussed during this episode: -How do we define relationships - What a healthy relationship looks like - Setting healthy boundaries - Effective communication - Conflict resolution - Being aware of red flags

In this 3rd episode titled "Triggers vs Glimmers" , our guest speakers are Ms Senate Letsie, Intern Counselling Psychologist and Dr Hanle Kirkcaldy, Head: Student Counselling Unit. The following will be discussed during this episode: - What are triggers? - What are glimmers? - The value of stress management - Emotion regulation skills - Mindfulness Skills

In this 2nd episode of the season, our guest speakers are Ms Cherissa O' Brien, Intern Counselling Psychologist and Ms Ruqayya Seedat, Senior Counselling Psychologist, both from the Student Counselling Unit at UP. The following will be discussed in this episode: understanding resilience the factors that build resilience how setbacks can be reframed as opportunities for growth resilience building exercises that an individual can practice and implement managing expectations.

This 5th season is proudly brought to you by the Student Counselling Unit at the University of Pretoria, in collaboration with TuksFM. The 1st episode of this season focuses on how to adjust well to university. The expert speakers for this episode are Mr Dylan Tshuketana and Ms Lebo Sebola, both Intern Counselling Psychologists at the Student Counselling Unit. The following will be discussed in this episode: ● dealing with social isolation and building connections ● dealing with "Imposter Syndrome" ● balancing having independence and being responsible ● coping skills and building resilience.

In this 6th episode of the season the focus is on celebrating women. Our guest speakers for this episode are Ms Nthabiseng Moeketsi, Senior Counselling Psychologist at the SCU and Ms Millicent Hlabangane Intern Counselling Psychologist at the SCU. They will be focusing on exploring the some of the following: What does it mean to be a woman? What are the roles of women and how have these roles evolved? How do we redefine womanhood in modern society? What is feminism and healthy feminism vs toxic feminism. What can women do to support fellow women and what can men do to support women.

This is the 5th episode of this season and the guest speaker for this episode is Mr Pierre Brouard, Clinical Psychologist and Acting Director at the Centre for Sexualities, AIDS and Gender (CSA&G) at the University of Pretoria. This episode is focused on exploring the LGBTQ+ community and mental health. The following will be expanded upon: What is sexuality? What is gender? What are common myths that need to be dispelled regarding sexuality and gender? What common challenges do the LGBTQI community face in terms of mental health and how can they be better supported?

This episode is focused on unpacking anxiety and procrastination and exploring strategies to lower levels of anxiety for the exam season. Our guest speakers for this episode are Ms Nthabiseng Moeketsi, Senior Counselling Psychologist and Ms Emma Porter, Intern Counselling Psychologist, both from the Student Counselling Unit at UP.