Psychologists and Therapists for Toddlers in Craighall Park
From birth, we are faced with moments that have a profound impact on the ways in which we relate with ourselves, others, and our surroundings. Our many moments of nurture, and the varying painful lived experiences leave us with overwhelming emotions that shift the ways we show up in our lives. Sometimes these pockets of our lived experiences are made sense of with the adequate care and support, and sometimes they are left in the corners of our mind, not seen, but are felt as we carry the unconscious weight of parts of who we are. Psychotherapy is a space where we may find empathic understanding of who we are, in all our intricacies.
From birth, we are faced with moments that have a profound impact on the ways in which we relate with ourselves, others, and our surroundings. Our many moments of nurture, and the varying painful lived experiences leave us with overwhelming emotions that shift the ways we show up in our lives. Sometimes these pockets of our lived experiences are made sense of with the adequate care and support, and sometimes they are left in the corners of our mind, not seen, but are felt as we carry the unconscious weight of parts of who we are. Psychotherapy is a space where we may find empathic understanding of who we are, in all our intricacies.
I provide play therapy and psychotherapy for young children and adolescents experiencing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, academic pressures, or family related challenges. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, creating a safe space where children feel understood, supported, and empowered. I work with children, parents, and schools to support emotional wellbeing and development through play therapy, individual therapy, and parental guidance. I also conduct psychoeducational, school readiness, and concession and accommodation assessments, with a focus on neurodevelopmental differences and their impact on learning and behaviour.
I provide play therapy and psychotherapy for young children and adolescents experiencing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, academic pressures, or family related challenges. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, creating a safe space where children feel understood, supported, and empowered. I work with children, parents, and schools to support emotional wellbeing and development through play therapy, individual therapy, and parental guidance. I also conduct psychoeducational, school readiness, and concession and accommodation assessments, with a focus on neurodevelopmental differences and their impact on learning and behaviour.
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I am an experienced education psychologist with 27 years' experience.
I understand challenges parents and children are faced with in the complicated and challenging world we live in. I am connected to the ever changing and complex education system the current generation is faced with.
I enjoy working with children and guiding parents in supporting their children. Focus areas include educational problems, emotional challenges and anxiety.
Career guidance and guiding learners in making the correct subject choices are a focus area I specialize in.
The goal is to build teach coping skills, build self-confidence and self-esteem,
I am an experienced education psychologist with 27 years' experience.
I understand challenges parents and children are faced with in the complicated and challenging world we live in. I am connected to the ever changing and complex education system the current generation is faced with.
I enjoy working with children and guiding parents in supporting their children. Focus areas include educational problems, emotional challenges and anxiety.
Career guidance and guiding learners in making the correct subject choices are a focus area I specialize in.
The goal is to build teach coping skills, build self-confidence and self-esteem,
I’m a qualified Counsellor, registered with both the HPCSA and the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), with a background in nursing that’s shaped my lifelong commitment to supporting people through challenging times. Since 2007, I’ve run a private practice offering bilingual (English and Afrikaans) counselling—both in-person and online.
I’m a qualified Counsellor, registered with both the HPCSA and the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), with a background in nursing that’s shaped my lifelong commitment to supporting people through challenging times. Since 2007, I’ve run a private practice offering bilingual (English and Afrikaans) counselling—both in-person and online.
I enjoy working with diverse clients across the lifespan who experience challenges which may affect their daily functioning within numerous contexts. One of my key interests include how individuals are able to think, perceive, behave and adapt within a multitude of environments. Psychotherapy is offered within a nurturing, empathetic, connecting and safe space. Goals for clients differ and this often comprises of creating awareness, gaining insight, establishing purpose and growth, processing of difficult emotions, and to develop effective coping mechanisms to assist clients in their life journey.
I enjoy working with diverse clients across the lifespan who experience challenges which may affect their daily functioning within numerous contexts. One of my key interests include how individuals are able to think, perceive, behave and adapt within a multitude of environments. Psychotherapy is offered within a nurturing, empathetic, connecting and safe space. Goals for clients differ and this often comprises of creating awareness, gaining insight, establishing purpose and growth, processing of difficult emotions, and to develop effective coping mechanisms to assist clients in their life journey.
I offer therapy that’s grounded in connection, warmth, and emotional safety — with a special interest in animal-assisted approaches. I work integratively, drawing on a range of evidence-based modalities to meet each client’s unique needs, including CBT, DBT, trauma-focused interventions, Interactional Pattern Analysis, person-centred therapy, and equine-assisted work.
I offer therapy that’s grounded in connection, warmth, and emotional safety — with a special interest in animal-assisted approaches. I work integratively, drawing on a range of evidence-based modalities to meet each client’s unique needs, including CBT, DBT, trauma-focused interventions, Interactional Pattern Analysis, person-centred therapy, and equine-assisted work.
Inspired to assist you to live masterfully! Does your distress, anxiety, debilitating low self-esteem or depression affect your joy and living to your fullest potential? Do you lack direction, motivation, self-love? Do you often feel not good enough or in perpetual patterns of destruction in your personal, work or social sphere? Have you experienced trauma and it has a tight grip on you? Unhook the "dis-ease" for feel at ease. There is hope. Do you desire change, to feel inspired and empowered? Trained to work with all ages, couples and families. I would love to share tools to transform you!
Inspired to assist you to live masterfully! Does your distress, anxiety, debilitating low self-esteem or depression affect your joy and living to your fullest potential? Do you lack direction, motivation, self-love? Do you often feel not good enough or in perpetual patterns of destruction in your personal, work or social sphere? Have you experienced trauma and it has a tight grip on you? Unhook the "dis-ease" for feel at ease. There is hope. Do you desire change, to feel inspired and empowered? Trained to work with all ages, couples and families. I would love to share tools to transform you!
I am a qualified psychologist specializing in the areas of assessment, psychotherapy, areas of learning and development across the lifespan. I am experienced treating adults, adolescents and children of various ages for various difficulties.
I am a qualified psychologist specializing in the areas of assessment, psychotherapy, areas of learning and development across the lifespan. I am experienced treating adults, adolescents and children of various ages for various difficulties.
My speciality is psychotherapy across all ages from newborns through to old age dealing with the range of experiences and challenges through each stage of the life cycle. Thirty years of experience in Practice assists me in gaining in-depth insight into difficulties being felt.
I offer a psychodynamic approach to understanding personality, the roots of emotions and behaviour with highly specific tailor-made solutions for each individual.
I do parent-child psychotherapy from birth to 6years. Play therapy from 6-12 years. Adolescent therapy from 13-18 and individual psychotherapy for adults, couples and families change
My speciality is psychotherapy across all ages from newborns through to old age dealing with the range of experiences and challenges through each stage of the life cycle. Thirty years of experience in Practice assists me in gaining in-depth insight into difficulties being felt.
I offer a psychodynamic approach to understanding personality, the roots of emotions and behaviour with highly specific tailor-made solutions for each individual.
I do parent-child psychotherapy from birth to 6years. Play therapy from 6-12 years. Adolescent therapy from 13-18 and individual psychotherapy for adults, couples and families change
Children and teenagers experience the world in ways that can be difficult for them to put into words. Through play, stories, and connection, I help young people express their emotions, process their experiences, and build the skills they need to navigate life’s challenges. Whether a child or teen is struggling with anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation, or social difficulties, my goal is to create a space where they feel understood, supported, and empowered. I work collaboratively with parents to help them understand their child’s emotions and behaviours, offering guidance on how to support their child’s growth.
Children and teenagers experience the world in ways that can be difficult for them to put into words. Through play, stories, and connection, I help young people express their emotions, process their experiences, and build the skills they need to navigate life’s challenges. Whether a child or teen is struggling with anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation, or social difficulties, my goal is to create a space where they feel understood, supported, and empowered. I work collaboratively with parents to help them understand their child’s emotions and behaviours, offering guidance on how to support their child’s growth.
I am a registered Educational Psychologist, dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, adults and families in their learning, emotional and developmental journeys.
I am a registered Educational Psychologist, dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, adults and families in their learning, emotional and developmental journeys.
I am an Educational Psychologist. I love people and are passionate to help children and their families to work through change or trauma. I have 34 years of experience in the field. My range of services include Psychotherapy for individuals, children and adolescents, Individual Educational assessments and Exam concessions, Trauma counselling, Divorce counselling (for parents and children who's parents go through a divorce), Marital therapy and Play-therapy with children. I have a deep compassion and interest to work with individuals who have experienced loss/grief or divorce. Each client is seen as a unique individual.
I am an Educational Psychologist. I love people and are passionate to help children and their families to work through change or trauma. I have 34 years of experience in the field. My range of services include Psychotherapy for individuals, children and adolescents, Individual Educational assessments and Exam concessions, Trauma counselling, Divorce counselling (for parents and children who's parents go through a divorce), Marital therapy and Play-therapy with children. I have a deep compassion and interest to work with individuals who have experienced loss/grief or divorce. Each client is seen as a unique individual.
I am passionate about Mental Health and Wellness development over life. I can offer support during life transitions and personal, family and organizational growth. Therapy and groupwork can assist in Self awareness, emotional regulation, development of coping skills and improvement in interpersonal communication and problem solving skills as well as over all well being. Whether you are a student, parent, leader or employee : finding Self, building confidence and resilience, improving or repairing attachment bonds, needing assistance with separation, trauma, grief, gender issues, gender based violence or anxiety and low mood.
I am passionate about Mental Health and Wellness development over life. I can offer support during life transitions and personal, family and organizational growth. Therapy and groupwork can assist in Self awareness, emotional regulation, development of coping skills and improvement in interpersonal communication and problem solving skills as well as over all well being. Whether you are a student, parent, leader or employee : finding Self, building confidence and resilience, improving or repairing attachment bonds, needing assistance with separation, trauma, grief, gender issues, gender based violence or anxiety and low mood.
I am a registered Educational Psychologist based in Centurion, working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing academic, emotional, or behavioural difficulties. Many of my clients feel that things are harder than they should be. I focus on identifying underlying factors and providing practical, evidence-based support. My work combines assessment and therapy, depending on individual needs, and I support difficulties such as anxiety, emotional regulation, attention, and school-related stress. I also work with individuals whose functioning does not reflect their potential.
I am a registered Educational Psychologist based in Centurion, working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing academic, emotional, or behavioural difficulties. Many of my clients feel that things are harder than they should be. I focus on identifying underlying factors and providing practical, evidence-based support. My work combines assessment and therapy, depending on individual needs, and I support difficulties such as anxiety, emotional regulation, attention, and school-related stress. I also work with individuals whose functioning does not reflect their potential.
My name is Lisieux Schoeman, I’m a Wellness Counsellor offering supportive, client-centred care through my practice, The Rooted Self. I work with children, adolescents, adults and families, and have experience supporting clients navigating trauma, domestic violence, anxiety, and major life changes. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and focused on empowering you with practical strategies and emotional clarity.
My name is Lisieux Schoeman, I’m a Wellness Counsellor offering supportive, client-centred care through my practice, The Rooted Self. I work with children, adolescents, adults and families, and have experience supporting clients navigating trauma, domestic violence, anxiety, and major life changes. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and focused on empowering you with practical strategies and emotional clarity.
My ideal clients are children and families navigating separation, divorce, high conflict, or disrupted parent–child relationships. Parents often feel overwhelmed, unsure how to support their children, and concerned about emotional or behavioural changes. Children may struggle to express their feelings, feel caught between parents, or experience anxiety around contact or change. Families seek clarity, emotional safety, and guidance to help children feel secure, heard, and supported during difficult transitions.
My ideal clients are children and families navigating separation, divorce, high conflict, or disrupted parent–child relationships. Parents often feel overwhelmed, unsure how to support their children, and concerned about emotional or behavioural changes. Children may struggle to express their feelings, feel caught between parents, or experience anxiety around contact or change. Families seek clarity, emotional safety, and guidance to help children feel secure, heard, and supported during difficult transitions.
Pelaelo Masalesa Clinical Psychologist PTY (LTD)
Psychologist, MSc, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Hatfield 0028
Pelaelo Masalesa is a Clinical Psychologist in full time private practice. I have worked with a variety of diverse groups across different races, languages, etc. My private practice offers Physical One-on-One consultations, virtual consultations, short & long term therapies, and child/play therapy for children as young as 5 years old. My practice is informed by an Integrative Practice Model. I also do medico-legal assessments and a variety of other assessments such as school placements, personality profiles, emotional assessments, carrier assessments, road accident funds assessments etc. I obtained my Bachelor of Science degree the
Pelaelo Masalesa is a Clinical Psychologist in full time private practice. I have worked with a variety of diverse groups across different races, languages, etc. My private practice offers Physical One-on-One consultations, virtual consultations, short & long term therapies, and child/play therapy for children as young as 5 years old. My practice is informed by an Integrative Practice Model. I also do medico-legal assessments and a variety of other assessments such as school placements, personality profiles, emotional assessments, carrier assessments, road accident funds assessments etc. I obtained my Bachelor of Science degree the
I work with children from two years old, adolescents and adults that are experiencing behavioural, emotional, academic and career-related problems due to difficulties with adjustment. Having had much exposure and experience with different types of trauma, I am passionate about working with all spheres of trauma, particularly with children. Career assessment and subject choice for scholars is an area I enjoy assisting with. Having worked with many individuals that develop psychological issues from studying subjects that they are not passionate about, or being in a career that does not promote self-actualisation.
I work with children from two years old, adolescents and adults that are experiencing behavioural, emotional, academic and career-related problems due to difficulties with adjustment. Having had much exposure and experience with different types of trauma, I am passionate about working with all spheres of trauma, particularly with children. Career assessment and subject choice for scholars is an area I enjoy assisting with. Having worked with many individuals that develop psychological issues from studying subjects that they are not passionate about, or being in a career that does not promote self-actualisation.
I am a Clinical Psychologist grounded in compassionate, inclusive care. My work draws from psychodynamic training while remaining tailored to each individual’s needs. Therapy is a collaborative process, shaped by your story and your pace. Always thoughtful. Always human.
Therapy can be seen as a work in process. A collection of human experiences slowly and carefully weaved together. Often challenging, sometimes light-hearted, always guided by you.
I am a Clinical Psychologist grounded in compassionate, inclusive care. My work draws from psychodynamic training while remaining tailored to each individual’s needs. Therapy is a collaborative process, shaped by your story and your pace. Always thoughtful. Always human.
Therapy can be seen as a work in process. A collection of human experiences slowly and carefully weaved together. Often challenging, sometimes light-hearted, always guided by you.
My ideal client is an unhappy person, looking for solutions. The client is open, honest and sincere, with respect for other people. My client could have relationship problems, learning problems, depression issues, etc. My client is receptive for MINDFUL INTERACTION, GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING.
My ideal client is an unhappy person, looking for solutions. The client is open, honest and sincere, with respect for other people. My client could have relationship problems, learning problems, depression issues, etc. My client is receptive for MINDFUL INTERACTION, GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING.
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FAQ - About Therapy for Toddlers and Preschoolers
What are the behavioural signs indicating a toddler might need counselling?
Common behavioural signs that a child may need counselling include high levels of emotional distress or anxiety, learning challenges, interpersonal conflict, anger, or social withdrawal. Any drastic changes in toddler behaviour or self-esteem can be indicative that a child may benefit from therapy. Seeing a therapist at the early stages of any behavioural changes can be most impactful on behaviour, as well as helpful to caregivers who may receive guidance on what symptoms to look for in their child in the future, even if therapy is not warranted at that time.
Can a two-year-old see a psychologist?
Children and adults of all ages can see psychologists and other forms of mental health professionals, such as counsellors, psychiatrists, and social workers. Families seeking therapy for their toddler should just be aware that any guidance they seek should come from a professional who has specific experience working with young children, as well as the specific modalities that are appropriate for young children, such as play therapy.
What is the most effective type of therapy for toddlers and preschoolers?
In general, play therapy is the most effective and common form of therapy for young children. Play therapy helps facilitate behaviour change by offering an age-appropriate way for children to express their emotions and develop more effective coping strategies. Toddlers with specific concerns may benefit from more specialised forms of therapy, such as Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for toddlers in families in which there is significant parent-child relational conflict.
What happens during therapy sessions for toddlers?
What occurs in therapy sessions for toddlers depends on the therapeutic approach being used by the therapist. Most toddler therapists will use some form of play therapy in sessions to encourage toddler engagement. In play therapy sessions, children are encouraged to use toys within the therapy setting to express their emotions; subsequent responses by the therapist and/or family members can help guide toddler behaviour and behaviour change. Toddler therapy sessions can also involve family therapy or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which can help improve parenting behaviours and reduce strain on families.