Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists in Cape Town
I work with children using play therapy, teenagers, learning difficulties, one on one counselling and relationship counselling .
People can feel overwhelmed at times by the daily stress of life and problems can seem insurmountable. Speaking to a trained Counsellor like me can help you overcome life's challenges and help you make positive changes in your life and relationships.
I work with children using play therapy, teenagers, learning difficulties, one on one counselling and relationship counselling .
People can feel overwhelmed at times by the daily stress of life and problems can seem insurmountable. Speaking to a trained Counsellor like me can help you overcome life's challenges and help you make positive changes in your life and relationships.
Christiaan (Chris) Johannes Prins
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bellville 7530
Assessment of children (IQ and scholastic testing), learning problems, ADHD, career guidance, subject choice, addiction care (all forms of addiction), emotional problems (all age groups), relationships, families, personality analysis, mid-career crisis and mid-life crisis.
Experience and ability to connect to persons of all age groups, all cultures and all backgrounds. Persons with problems of life do not always want to hear there is something "wrong" with them. Most of the time they can be facilitated to solve their own problems and grow towards more independence and maturity on a personal level. I see it as my task to facilitate change.
Assessment of children (IQ and scholastic testing), learning problems, ADHD, career guidance, subject choice, addiction care (all forms of addiction), emotional problems (all age groups), relationships, families, personality analysis, mid-career crisis and mid-life crisis.
Experience and ability to connect to persons of all age groups, all cultures and all backgrounds. Persons with problems of life do not always want to hear there is something "wrong" with them. Most of the time they can be facilitated to solve their own problems and grow towards more independence and maturity on a personal level. I see it as my task to facilitate change.
If you are seeking clarity and direction in your personal/professional/academic life; or struggle with learning difficulties; or neurodiversity or cognitive challenges - that affect your academic, educational, or workplace performance; or feel stuck in your career, unsure of your next steps, or need insight into your strengths and areas for growth? If these are your challenges, or you'd simply like to understand yourself better - then I, together with my clinical team at Dr. Mark Tunbridge & Associates, provide informed, experienced and expert assessment, treatment and intervention plans tailor-made for your unique needs.
If you are seeking clarity and direction in your personal/professional/academic life; or struggle with learning difficulties; or neurodiversity or cognitive challenges - that affect your academic, educational, or workplace performance; or feel stuck in your career, unsure of your next steps, or need insight into your strengths and areas for growth? If these are your challenges, or you'd simply like to understand yourself better - then I, together with my clinical team at Dr. Mark Tunbridge & Associates, provide informed, experienced and expert assessment, treatment and intervention plans tailor-made for your unique needs.
I also offer Psychoeducational and Accommodations (concessions) Assessments to identify learning barriers for children, teens and adults.
I am an Educational Psychologist offering Individual Psychotherapy and Psychological Assessments. I provide therapy for older teens, young adults and adults from a holistic perspective and often work with neurodiverse individuals. I offer support with anxiety and stress management, burnout, life transitions and grief, learning difficulties, as well as personal & career development. My therapy approach is integrative and interactional and I use a combination of talk therapy and brain-based techniques to help with nervous system regulation and overall wellbeing.
I also offer Psychoeducational and Accommodations (concessions) Assessments to identify learning barriers for children, teens and adults.
I am an Educational Psychologist offering Individual Psychotherapy and Psychological Assessments. I provide therapy for older teens, young adults and adults from a holistic perspective and often work with neurodiverse individuals. I offer support with anxiety and stress management, burnout, life transitions and grief, learning difficulties, as well as personal & career development. My therapy approach is integrative and interactional and I use a combination of talk therapy and brain-based techniques to help with nervous system regulation and overall wellbeing.
Everyone needs someone some of the time. School going children and adults all experience challenges throughout their life time. Trauma such as parents separating or are in the process of divorce, bereavement can be quite debilitating for children. Learning difficulties can make the school experience very challenging too. Children responses to trauma may result in enuresis or encopresis and other regressive behaviours. Adults struggling to come to terms with childhood trauma, bereavement, divorce, domestic violence and trauma, all of which can negatively affect functioning in daily life. Depression & anxiety often follow trauma.
Everyone needs someone some of the time. School going children and adults all experience challenges throughout their life time. Trauma such as parents separating or are in the process of divorce, bereavement can be quite debilitating for children. Learning difficulties can make the school experience very challenging too. Children responses to trauma may result in enuresis or encopresis and other regressive behaviours. Adults struggling to come to terms with childhood trauma, bereavement, divorce, domestic violence and trauma, all of which can negatively affect functioning in daily life. Depression & anxiety often follow trauma.
My ideal client is someone who feels misunderstood, whether they are a child struggling with learning differences, a teen navigating the complexities of adolescence, or an adult facing emotional challenges. They may be grappling with anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, or the weight of unresolved pain from their past. Their goal is to find clarity, build resilience, and ultimately flourish in their lives. They want a safe space where they can express themselves without judgment and receive the guidance they need to uncover their strengths and potential.
My ideal client is someone who feels misunderstood, whether they are a child struggling with learning differences, a teen navigating the complexities of adolescence, or an adult facing emotional challenges. They may be grappling with anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, or the weight of unresolved pain from their past. Their goal is to find clarity, build resilience, and ultimately flourish in their lives. They want a safe space where they can express themselves without judgment and receive the guidance they need to uncover their strengths and potential.
I also offer psycho-educational assessments to explore barriers to learning and assessment accommodations, play therapy, CBT, Solution Focused Brief Therapy.
One of the hardest things as a parent is seeing your child in distress. Let us work together so that your child can reach their full potential. Whatever the issue may be, I offer a range of therapeutic interventions and support to assist parents, children and young adults.
I also offer psycho-educational assessments to explore barriers to learning and assessment accommodations, play therapy, CBT, Solution Focused Brief Therapy.
One of the hardest things as a parent is seeing your child in distress. Let us work together so that your child can reach their full potential. Whatever the issue may be, I offer a range of therapeutic interventions and support to assist parents, children and young adults.
Melissa Ferreira Registered Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Verified Verified
Claremont 7708
Do you wish to embark on a personal growth & mental health transformation journey? Are you in an unfulfilling career or unsure as to which career path to choose, based on your unique attributes? Are you finding parenting challenging & would like support and guidance so that your child(ren) may thrive? Do you struggle with anxiety; attention; reading or learning difficulties, which are impacting your ability to succeed? As an experienced & compassionate Psychologist of 12 years in private practice, I can support you with all of the above.
Do you wish to embark on a personal growth & mental health transformation journey? Are you in an unfulfilling career or unsure as to which career path to choose, based on your unique attributes? Are you finding parenting challenging & would like support and guidance so that your child(ren) may thrive? Do you struggle with anxiety; attention; reading or learning difficulties, which are impacting your ability to succeed? As an experienced & compassionate Psychologist of 12 years in private practice, I can support you with all of the above.
Jessica Smit
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durbanville 7550 (Online Only)
I specialise in the areas of trauma, abuse, grief, stress, anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, learning difficulties, career counselling, personal & emotional development (including self-esteem) and daily-life obstacles.
I am a bilingual registered counsellor, offering both individual and group counselling for children, adolescents and adults. My experience includes working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other learning difficulties. My approach is integrative, which means that I draw from various approaches and interventions and tailor them in a way that best suits each individual. I offer a safe and non-judgemental space which allows for clients to freely express their thoughts, opinions, feelings and experiences.
I specialise in the areas of trauma, abuse, grief, stress, anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, learning difficulties, career counselling, personal & emotional development (including self-esteem) and daily-life obstacles.
I am a bilingual registered counsellor, offering both individual and group counselling for children, adolescents and adults. My experience includes working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other learning difficulties. My approach is integrative, which means that I draw from various approaches and interventions and tailor them in a way that best suits each individual. I offer a safe and non-judgemental space which allows for clients to freely express their thoughts, opinions, feelings and experiences.
Anuska Rabe-Steynberg
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Verified Verified
Brackenfell 7560
Waitlist for new clients
I have a passion for working with children, adolescents and young adults. In my practice, I strive to facilitate every child's growth for them to be able to reach their full potential. My special interests include psycho-educational assessments, therapeutic interventions, career guidance and assessments and school readiness assessments. I employ an integrated approach to assessment and therapy to address various challenges that my clients may face. By doing so, it allows me to design interventions that are person-centered. I also work collaboratively with schools and other professionals. I am fully bilingual (Afrikaans and English).
I have a passion for working with children, adolescents and young adults. In my practice, I strive to facilitate every child's growth for them to be able to reach their full potential. My special interests include psycho-educational assessments, therapeutic interventions, career guidance and assessments and school readiness assessments. I employ an integrated approach to assessment and therapy to address various challenges that my clients may face. By doing so, it allows me to design interventions that are person-centered. I also work collaboratively with schools and other professionals. I am fully bilingual (Afrikaans and English).
Melissa van Hal
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Pinelands 7405
Pause and Connect. Do you feel as though the winding and vast roads of life could use a supportive GPS? I offer specialised and steadfast support through wellness counselling that aids your discovery of your true voice and inner resilience to find harmony in your life - your direction and path. This helpful and beneficial process provides the gift of proactive and supportive life strategies. I am committed to walking alongside you so you can navigate the transitions of life confidently.
Pause and Connect. Do you feel as though the winding and vast roads of life could use a supportive GPS? I offer specialised and steadfast support through wellness counselling that aids your discovery of your true voice and inner resilience to find harmony in your life - your direction and path. This helpful and beneficial process provides the gift of proactive and supportive life strategies. I am committed to walking alongside you so you can navigate the transitions of life confidently.
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Chantel Retter
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
Verified Verified
Edgemead 7441
We all experience challenges in life that tend to throw us off balance. And at times restoring that balance can be hard. I would like to guide you in understanding yourself better and help you identify and practice various tools that may help you in restoring that balance.
We all experience challenges in life that tend to throw us off balance. And at times restoring that balance can be hard. I would like to guide you in understanding yourself better and help you identify and practice various tools that may help you in restoring that balance.
Heloise Breytenbach-Uys
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Somerset West 7130
I believe in authenticity, compassion and self love. We are holistic beings - sensing, feeling, thinking and doing. We strive to have a meaningful relationship with ourselves, our significant others, our community as well as our environment. Life is a journey, not a race. Sometimes life is hard, but we have the capacity to heal, change and develop.
I believe in authenticity, compassion and self love. We are holistic beings - sensing, feeling, thinking and doing. We strive to have a meaningful relationship with ourselves, our significant others, our community as well as our environment. Life is a journey, not a race. Sometimes life is hard, but we have the capacity to heal, change and develop.
Welcome! I am an educational psychologist and registered counsellor dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and young adults. My services include play therapy, individual and group therapy, psychoeducational assessments, subject choice and career assessments, as well as training in organisational and study skills. My goal is to help young individuals thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. Let's work together to unlock potential and achieve success.
Welcome! I am an educational psychologist and registered counsellor dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and young adults. My services include play therapy, individual and group therapy, psychoeducational assessments, subject choice and career assessments, as well as training in organisational and study skills. My goal is to help young individuals thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. Let's work together to unlock potential and achieve success.
I believe that every child can learn and should have every opportunity to learn. These opportunities should not just be what our education system offers. Children learn in different ways and I see it as part of my expertise to find ways to help our children learn and develop. I love working with children of all ages. I feel that teens and young adults are often misunderstood and I want to be there for them. We need to find the hope and light within each person and sometimes, we even need to show them what they have within themselves.
I believe that every child can learn and should have every opportunity to learn. These opportunities should not just be what our education system offers. Children learn in different ways and I see it as part of my expertise to find ways to help our children learn and develop. I love working with children of all ages. I feel that teens and young adults are often misunderstood and I want to be there for them. We need to find the hope and light within each person and sometimes, we even need to show them what they have within themselves.
My role as a counsellor working with people is first to understand them, hear them as they are, help them adapt to current elements in their life that they can't change, and help them identify what they can change. I have a great passion in walking through the healing journey with people and them discovering their true selves. I am determined to work through the process of finding answers to those challenging questions to promote purposeful and fulfilling lives. My goal is to assist individuals, couples, families, groups and communities from ages of 4 years and above in becoming the best version of themselves.
My role as a counsellor working with people is first to understand them, hear them as they are, help them adapt to current elements in their life that they can't change, and help them identify what they can change. I have a great passion in walking through the healing journey with people and them discovering their true selves. I am determined to work through the process of finding answers to those challenging questions to promote purposeful and fulfilling lives. My goal is to assist individuals, couples, families, groups and communities from ages of 4 years and above in becoming the best version of themselves.
I aim to help you discover your true and highest potential in a safe; healthy and caring space. Along with the Arise team, we provide a safe space for individuals, couples, families and groups to receive the tools, education, and services needed in order to develop personal insight and resilience; to create a personal toolbox that you can carry with you for the rest of your life
I aim to help you discover your true and highest potential in a safe; healthy and caring space. Along with the Arise team, we provide a safe space for individuals, couples, families and groups to receive the tools, education, and services needed in order to develop personal insight and resilience; to create a personal toolbox that you can carry with you for the rest of your life
I'm Letitia Williams, a registered Counselling Psychologist in Claremont, Cape Town. Welcome to a space where psychological well-being is paramount. My aim is to provide clients, regardless of their background, with the support and guidance needed to conquer the diverse challenges life presents. I believe in equipping clients with essential skills and strategies that not only aid in overcoming these hurdles but also foster emotional growth and resilience. By tailoring the therapeutic approach to each client’s unique needs and aspirations, we work collaboratively to pave the way towards a well-rounded and resilient life.
I'm Letitia Williams, a registered Counselling Psychologist in Claremont, Cape Town. Welcome to a space where psychological well-being is paramount. My aim is to provide clients, regardless of their background, with the support and guidance needed to conquer the diverse challenges life presents. I believe in equipping clients with essential skills and strategies that not only aid in overcoming these hurdles but also foster emotional growth and resilience. By tailoring the therapeutic approach to each client’s unique needs and aspirations, we work collaboratively to pave the way towards a well-rounded and resilient life.
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Education and Learning Disabilities Counsellors
How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.
When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.
What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.
Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.