Why You’re Still in That Toxic Relationship | A Conversation with a Mental Health Expert

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In this eye-opening episode of Dangerous But Good, Craig Wilkinson is joined by Registered Counsellor and Mental Health Educator Senzekile Shongwe. Together, they explore the root of emotional trauma, the importance of self-love, and how unhealed wounds affect our lives and relationships. From setting boundaries to healing from toxic relationships, Senzi offers profound insights into mental wellness — especially in the South African context. They unpack why talk therapy matters, how to avoid emotional burnout, and what it truly means to have a relationship with yourself. A transformative conversation about hope, healing, and the courage it takes to deal with your pain.

About Senzekile:

Senzekile Shongwe is a Workplace Mental Health Specialist, Educator, and Keynote Speaker with over a decade of experience helping individuals and organizations build emotional resilience and navigate trauma. As founder and director of the Senzekile Counselling and Training Institute (S-CTI), she delivers practical, skills-based mental health programs for psychology graduates, HR professionals, and workplace leaders—and ensures free counselling and psycho-educational support remain accessible. Through Employee Assistance Programmes at companies like EY, IQ Business, Aegis, and Vodacom Merchants, she provides person-centered, trauma-informed counselling for grief, burnout, and crisis, while guiding businesses toward psychologically safe cultures. Driven by a mission to make mental health support both practical and empowering, Senzekile brings deep empathy and grounded expertise to every conversation.
31 Jul English South Africa Society & Culture · Self-Improvement

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