ASSESSMENTS

Assessments are a means of recognizing a child or individual’s personality, aptitude, abilities, behaviour as well as emotional functioning. Hence, assessments are important tools in understanding oneself better. Information obtained from assessments often includes identifying strengths as well as weaknesses that influence one’s performance or behaviour. Strengths can be used in a positive way to create meaning and to overcome one’s challenges. This can be done individually or with the assistance of a trained professional.

The Assessment process entails an:

1.Intake interview with the parents and/or child,
to establish the exact requirements specific to
the assessment referral and to explain the process
and answer any questions one may have. (60min long)

2.Assessment: 4 to 6 hours (approximate guidelines)

3.Feedback session with parents and/or child

4.Compilation of comprehensive report

The Assessment process entails an:

1.Intake interview with the parents and/or child,
to establish the exact requirements specific to
the assessment referral and to explain the process
and answer any questions one may have. (60min long)

2.Assessment: 4 to 6 hours (approximate guidelines)

3.Feedback session with parents and/or child

4.Compilation of comprehensive report

Assessment

The following Assessment Services are offered:

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

EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST and REGISTERED COUNSELOR

BEd (UJ) BEd Hons Edu Psych (UJ)

M.ED Educational Psychology (UJ)

HPCSA: PS 0162043 PRC 0038474

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