November Reflections
Preparing for a New Beginning
As November settles in, Christmas celebrations, year-end functions, deadlines and exhaustion are drawing near. This season can bring excitement, but it can also leave us feeling stressed and depleted.
This month, make your mental well-being a priority. Check in with yourself regularly using the BLAH-A Check-In, and consider completing the “Am I Burned Out?” questionnaire. Awareness is often the first step towards healing.
Nurture Yourself
Make time for self-care and remember that the thoughts you nurture can shape how you see your life. As the year draws to a close, try to:
Practise mindfulness and be present in each moment
Acknowledge your achievements and celebrate your resilience
Rest without guilt
Prepare emotionally for a fresh start
As another year draws to a close, take a moment to reflect on how far you have come.
Celebrate Your Growth
Honour the certificates, diplomas, degrees and life lessons you earned at the University of Hard Knocks Life.
The challenges you faced, the obstacles you overcame and the wisdom you gained deserve recognition. Growth is not measured only by formal qualifications. It is also found in courage, perseverance and adaptability.
A Goodbye Letter to 2026
Consider writing a farewell letter to 2026. Thank the year for its lessons. Release the disappointments. Acknowledge your achievements, and forgive yourself for what did not go according to plan.
Then write a welcome letter to 2027:
Dear 2027, I am ready for new opportunities, growth, healing and abundance. I step into this new chapter as the best version of myself, embracing possibility, purpose and hope.
Your narrative matters. The story you tell yourself today can influence the life you create tomorrow.
News from the Practice
Welcome, Suzaan
We’re delighted to welcome Suzaan, an HPCSA-registered Psychometrist and Counsellor, to the practice.
Suzaan will offer career counselling, psychometric assessments, and counselling for children and adolescents.
Holiday Closure
The practice will close on 15 December and reopen on 4 January.
Make the Most of Your Medical Aid Benefits
Check with your medical aid provider to see whether you have benefits remaining, particularly PMB-approved funds. If you do, please schedule your sessions soon to make use of them before year-end.
Equine Assisted Therapy
There are limited spaces available for Equine Assisted Therapy (EAT) sessions this year. Please book soon to avoid disappointment.
Plan Ahead for 2027
If you would like to continue therapy in 2027, please let Carika know in good time. Schedule your January and February appointments before 30 November.
An Exciting Relocation
In December, the practice will relocate to the beautiful, peaceful Idle County Estate, adjoining Val de Vie.
Overnight accommodation will also be available from the end of January.
Your Rebirth Starts Now
Prioritise your mental well-being and begin planning your personal renewal for the year ahead.
Our services include:
Individual therapy
Couple therapy
Family therapy
Hypnotherapy
Equine Assisted Therapy (EAT)
Counselling and personal growth programmes
Give yourself the gift of healing, growth and renewal.
Meet Milkyway
We’re delighted to introduce Milkyway, our champion Miniature stallion, born 1 March 2023. Milkyway is arriving in January after an impressive start in the show ring.
His achievements include:
Bloemfontein Mini Horse Championship: Winner in the filly category and winner in the young stallion category
National Miniature Horse Association Championship, Stokkiesdraai North West Regionals: 1st place, colt 36–48 months; 1st place, stallion/gelding Appaloosa
Nationals 2026: 1st place, colt 36–48 months; 2nd place, stallion/gelding Appaloosa
We look forward to welcoming Milkyway in the new year.
A Small Favour
If you have benefited from our services, please consider leaving a Google review for Elise Beeby Practice. Your feedback helps the practice grow, reach more people and continue supporting holistic well-being.
Elise Recognised as a Grand Nominee
Elise has been recognised as a Grand Nominee at the 2026 Medical Excellence Awards, an initiative hosted by Medi-Mag that honours outstanding dedication, innovation and excellence in advancing healthcare standards and patient care across South Africa.
Wishing You Well
May this festive season bring you peace, joy, rest and meaningful connection. May you enter 2027 with renewed purpose, a healthier narrative and the confidence to become the very best version of yourself.
Wishing you a wonderful holiday season and a prosperous, healthy and happy New Year
