Author: Anne Wharren

Taryn Tolmay Heal-In is a counselling practice dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey toward healing, balance, and personal growth. As a Specialist Wellness Counsellor, Heal-In offers a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where clients are met with acceptance, compassion and respect. Heal-In works with individuals seeking mental health support through life’s challenges, whether you…

Justine Pistorius, a passionate force known for her creations and mindful approach. Step into a private session with Justine Pistorius — a sacred space for deep soul-level work that reaches into every part of your being. Justine has the unique ability to access the layers of your soul’s journey, shining a light on your past…

Psychologist, Neurofeedback Practitioner, Hypnotherapist, Mental Peak Performance and Business Coach, Emotional Intelligence Specialist, Egypt Transformational Retreat I am originally from Germany. I met my husband and moved to South Africa, where I now live in Durban. My professional journey began as a teacher at various schools, high schools, primary schools, and colleges. During that time,…

Chiropractor, Homeopath and Yoga teacher. She has a keen interest in the therapeutic benefits of movement and gentle preventative  care on health and wellbeing. Nicky brings together her love of therapeutic movement,  rehabilitation of aberrant movement patterns and posture and holistic therapies in the  practice and facilitation of her work. Nicky has a wealth of experience in bodywork and  complementary health modalities.   Nicky has a patient-oriented approach with individual well-being as a priority. She  draws from a wide range of therapeutic modalities, including Chiropractic adjustment  techniques, soft tissue manual therapies, dry needling and strapping, and incorporates  individualised movement rehabilitation and both passive and active myofascial release  techniques into her practice.   Nicky is a yoga teacher with 20 years of experience teaching Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin and  Astanga yoga. Her teaching has a strong anatomical and physiological approach  grounded in a deep understanding of the philosophy and energetic subtleties of yoga.  Nickys’ hope is that, as yoga has done for her, her teaching will bring freedom of body  and mind to others. She has made it her purpose to teach intelligent movement,  breathwork and the extraordinary therapeutic yogic tools of the ancient practice so that  we may all experience yoga’s profound benefits.  

If you’ve ever stood by the ocean and felt something shift, something soften, you’re not imagining it. Your nervous system responds instinctively to coastline environments, and there is real science behind why. The ocean is medicine. And the best part? It’s free, abundant, and always waiting for you. Here is what is actually happening in…

South Africa has some of the most famous surf breaks in the world. J-Bay. Dungeons. Supertubes. These names echo through surf culture globally, and for good reason. But here’s the thing — some of the best experiences this country has to offer happen far from the crowds. Small towns. Dirt roads. Early mornings. Coffee from…

If you’ve been craving a reset, a proper pause, a wellness escape that actually does something for your nervous system, this one’s for you. We’ve curated the ultimate list of the Top 20 Wellness Destinations in South Africa, and it covers everything from ocean-side sanctuaries to bush retreats, mountain hideaways, and places that feel like…

Longevity isn’t about living forever; it’s about living well for longer. As more people move beyond quick-fix wellness trends, a deeper shift is happening. The focus is no longer just on treating illness, but on supporting the body and mind to thrive long-term. Stress resilience, nervous system regulation, mobility, and preventative health are becoming central…