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The Hub For Educational Psychological Services

EduPsyC, The Hub for Psychological Services is a psychology practice founded by Educational Psychologist, Rayhanah Hassim. EduPsyC aims to cater for individuals of all races and offers a broad spectrum of psychological and educational services to children, adolescents, parents, educators and families. The aim of which is to enhance, facilitate and optimize human functioning regarding learning and development; to assist children and their caregivers on how to manage difficult life challenges; to provide knowledge and guidance and to help our clients reach their optimal potential. All contact with EduPsyC is highly professional and strictly confidential.

About Me

RAYHANAH HASSIM

I am an Educational Psychologist who offers both assessment and therapy services to children, adolescents, and adults. I follow a holistic approach when working with clients, ensuring the best outcome. Working collaboratively within the relevant systems, allows me to establish support structures and develop sustainable interventions for my clients.  

Assessments are conducted in person at the practice.
Therapy consults are offered either face to face or virtually via Teams.
I also offer supervision for students currently completing their Masters qualification as well as Psychologists in their Internship. I am a Supervisor for Educational Psychology students at the University of Johannesburg.

I offer a safe and nurturing space to listen and contain, to explore any challenges you may be experiencing, to assist in helping you seek a different perspective, to find direction and meaning in your life or simply to guide you in being your most authentic self.

My aim is to enrich my clients’ lives and leave them feeling understood, empowered, and upskilled.

EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST

BA (Wits) BA Hons Psych (Wits)

M.ED Educational Psychology (WITS)

HPCSA: PS 012 5644

PR No.: PR 056 4214

About Me

RAYHANAH HASSIM

I am an Educational Psychologist who offers both assessment and therapy services to children, adolescents, and adults. I follow a holistic approach when working with clients, ensuring the best outcome. Working collaboratively within the relevant systems, allows me to establish support structures and develop sustainable interventions for my clients.  

Assessments are conducted in person at the practice.
Therapy consults are offered either face to face or virtually via Teams.
I also offer supervision for students currently completing their Masters qualification as well as Psychologists in their Internship. I am a Supervisor for Educational Psychology students at the University of Johannesburg.

I offer a safe and nurturing space to listen and contain, to explore any challenges you may be experiencing, to assist in helping you seek a different perspective, to find direction and meaning in your life or simply to guide you in being your most authentic self.

My aim is to enrich my clients’ lives and leave them feeling understood, empowered, and upskilled.

EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST

BA (Wits) BA Hons Psych (Wits)

M.ED Educational Psychology (WITS)

HPCSA: PS 012 5644

PR No.: PR 056 4214

Team Of Experts

Our team is working everyday to build a better world & help ensure you get the best services

Lufuno Belinda Netshimbolimbo

Educational Psychologist

Lufuno Belinda Netshimbolimbo Educational Psychologist and Registered Counselor with deep love for South African incredibly diverse children and families.

Rayhana Hassim​

Educational Psychologist

I am an Educational Psychologist who offers both assessment and therapy services to children, adolescents, and adults. I follow a holistic approach when working with clients, ensuring the best outcome.

Tanya van den Berg

Educational Psychologist

I am Tanya van den Berg, an Educational psychologist with a decade of teaching experience in both government and private school settings.

What We Offer

Our Psychology Services

Workshops

These workshops are specifically tailored to suit learners of various grades and ages. These workshops cover a variety of importants.

Therapy

Therapy is useful in any life stage you may be in, to understand and process any difficult adjustments, experiences, or promote self-growth.

ASSESSMENTS

Assessments are a means of recognizing a child or individual’s personality, aptitude, abilities, behaviour as well as emotional functioning. 

Why Choose Us

Approach to Treatment

My primary approach to therapy is psychodynamic in nature. This means that I focus on the therapeutic relationship which I form with my clients. I am aware that each relationship is unique, and therapy is a journey we choose to go on together.

Through developing this relationship, I can understand how your past experiences have shaped your current patterns of thinking, relating, and behaviour and guide you to establish healthier perspectives and ways of dealing with your life stressors and overcoming past traumatic incidents.

needs of my clients

Understanding the complexities of individuals, I do adjust my approach to serve the specific needs of my clients. The alternate approaches I use include

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy        (CBT)

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT- Level 1 Qualified)

Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

Brain Working Recursive Therapy (BWRT- Level 1 Qualified)

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Working Hours

+27 84 580 6008

Why Choose Us

Approach to Treatment

My primary approach to therapy is psychodynamic in nature. This means that I focus on the therapeutic relationship which I form with my clients. I am aware that each relationship is unique, and therapy is a journey we choose to go on together.

Through developing this relationship, we can understand how your past experiences have shaped your current patterns of thinking, relating, and behaviour and guide you to establish healthier perspectives and ways of dealing with your life stressors and overcoming past traumatic incidents.

needs of my clients

Understanding the complexities of individuals, we do adjust my approach to serve the specific needs of my clients. The alternate approaches I use include

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy        (CBT)

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT- Level 1 Qualified)

Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

Brain Working Recursive Therapy (BWRT- Level 1 Qualified)

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Working Hours

+27 84 580 6008

Areas Of Expertise:

  • Psychological and Educational Assessments
    • School Readiness Assessment
    • Subject Choice Assessments
    • Exam Concession Assessments
    • Career Counseling & Assessments
  • Learner Support & Study Methods
  • Family Counseling
  • Parent Guidance & Support
  • Therapy
    • Play Therapy
    • Adolescent Therapy
    • Adult Psychotherapy

I Specialize in The Treatment & Management of the Following:

• Mood Regulation & Depressive Disorder
• Anxiety Disorders
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• ADHD and other Learning Difficulties
• Stress & Time Management
• Image & Self Esteem Issues
• Grief, Bereavement & Trauma Counselling
• Behaviour Difficulties and related Childhood Challenges
• Substance Abuse

Areas Of Expertise:

  • Psychological and Educational Assessments
    • School Readiness Assessment
    • Subject Choice Assessments
    • Exam Concession Assessments
    • Career Counseling & Assessments
  • Learner Support & Study Methods
  • Family Counseling
  • Parent Guidance & Support
  • Therapy
    • Play Therapy
    • Adolescent Therapy
    • Adult Psychotherapy

I Specialize in The Treatment & Management of the Following:

• Mood Regulation & Depressive Disorder
• Anxiety Disorders
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• ADHD and other Learning Difficulties
• Stress & Time Management
• Image & Self Esteem Issues
• Grief, Bereavement & Trauma Counselling
• Behaviour Difficulties and related Childhood Challenges
• Substance Abuse

Tanya van den Berg

Educational Psychologist

I am Tanya van den Berg, an educational psychologist with a decade of teaching experience in both government and private school settings. In addition to my professional life, I am a proud wife and mother to a wonderful daughter. My academic journey included postgraduate studies at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) and the University of Johannesburg (UJ), where I developed a strong foundation in educational psychology, further enriched by a tailor-made internship designed to deepen my practical expertise.

I have a particular passion for assessment, as I find great fulfilment in uncovering the unique learning profiles of individuals. In addition to assessments, I provide therapy to clients, offering a safe and supportive space to address emotional, social, and behavioural challenges. My aim is to empower individuals and help them achieve meaningful growth in both their personal and educational journeys

Qualifications

Educational Psychologist 

BEd (UJ); Hons Edu Psych (Wits); M Edu Psych (UJ)

PS 0154806 I PR 1070800

Lufuno Belinda Netshimbolimbo

Educational Psychologist

Lufuno Belinda Netshimbolimbo Educational Psychologist and Registered Counselor with deep love for South African incredibly diverse children and families.

I enjoy working with children, adolescents and young adults, I prefer to use an integrative holistic therapeutic approach. I believe that each client is unique, and my approach is therefore tailored accordingly to serve each client’s distinctive needs. I work alongside individuals and their families to achieve their full potential.

Services include play therapy, school readiness assessments, educational psychological assessments, concession assessments, subject choice and career guidance, study skills and psychotherapy.

I consult in English with a diversity of individuals from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

BEd degree majored in Life Orientation

BEd in Educational Psychology

MEd in Foundation Education

Med in Educational Psychology HPCSA 0162043

RAYHANAH HASSIM

Educational Psychologist

I am an Educational Psychologist who offers both assessment and therapy services to children, adolescents, and adults. I follow a holistic approach when working with clients, ensuring the best outcome. Working collaboratively within the relevant systems, allows me to establish support structures and develop sustainable interventions for my clients.  

Assessments are conducted in person at the practice.
Therapy consults are offered either face to face or virtually via Teams.
I also offer supervision for students currently completing their Masters qualification as well as Psychologists in their Internship. I am a Supervisor for Educational Psychology students at the University of Johannesburg.

I offer a safe and nurturing space to listen and contain, to explore any challenges you may be experiencing, to assist in helping you seek a different perspective, to find direction and meaning in your life or simply to guide you in being your most authentic self.

My aim is to enrich my clients’ lives and leave them feeling understood, empowered, and upskilled.

Qualifications

EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST

BA (Wits) BA Hons Psych (Wits)

M.ED Educational Psychology (WITS)

HPCSA: PS 012 5644 / PR No.: PR 056 4214