Psychologists and Therapists for Toddlers in Johannesburg

Nontsikelelo Rajuili Psychology Practice
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
A mature and experienced Psychologist. Ntsiki speaks 9 different South African languages and she is Culturally Sensitive. She is familiar with rural and urban context.
A mature and experienced Psychologist. Ntsiki speaks 9 different South African languages and she is Culturally Sensitive. She is familiar with rural and urban context.
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Nicole Schuitmaker
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Psychotherapy provides a safe, non-judgmental and confidential space in which to explore and better understand yourself, your relationships and your challenges or difficulties. I am fluent in Afrikaans and English. I am trained in a number of approaches, such as Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Narrative therapy, and Solution-focused Therapy. I work integratively, depending on the needs and best interest of the client.
Psychotherapy provides a safe, non-judgmental and confidential space in which to explore and better understand yourself, your relationships and your challenges or difficulties. I am fluent in Afrikaans and English. I am trained in a number of approaches, such as Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Narrative therapy, and Solution-focused Therapy. I work integratively, depending on the needs and best interest of the client.
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Philasande Consulting
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Lindelani Philasande Magubane is a black male counsellor and certified NLP & Life coach. Mr L.P. Magubane holds a Bachelors of Psychology Degree and B. Com Honours in Industrial Psychology. He completed both his qualifications at the University of Zululand. He has an experience of 10 years in private practice. He has worked with kids and adults. Lindelani Magubane: He follows an integrated framework and combines different therapeutic approaches to suit the unique needs of each person, according to their specific circumstances, needs and personality. Mr Magubane is registered with the Health Profession Council of South Africa
Lindelani Philasande Magubane is a black male counsellor and certified NLP & Life coach. Mr L.P. Magubane holds a Bachelors of Psychology Degree and B. Com Honours in Industrial Psychology. He completed both his qualifications at the University of Zululand. He has an experience of 10 years in private practice. He has worked with kids and adults. Lindelani Magubane: He follows an integrated framework and combines different therapeutic approaches to suit the unique needs of each person, according to their specific circumstances, needs and personality. Mr Magubane is registered with the Health Profession Council of South Africa
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Safe Space Wellness Counselling
General Counsellor, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stressed, emotionally exhausted, or unsure of your next step? You don't have to face life's challenges alone. I have witnessed the quiet courage it takes to ask for help. If you're here, perhaps life feels heavier than it should. Maybe you're carrying anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, burnout, or simply the feeling that you've lost yourself somewhere along the way.... reach out....
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stressed, emotionally exhausted, or unsure of your next step? You don't have to face life's challenges alone. I have witnessed the quiet courage it takes to ask for help. If you're here, perhaps life feels heavier than it should. Maybe you're carrying anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, burnout, or simply the feeling that you've lost yourself somewhere along the way.... reach out....
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Megan Clerk, Educational Psychologist
Psychologist, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Serves Area
Working with children through to adulthood, I enjoy working with a variety of issues. Ideally, clients wanting to work on emotional (or behavioral) difficulties, personal development, self-insight & improving their general emotional well-being - in other words, being invested in their process - yields the best therapeutic results. Change is a process & through a collaborative therapeutic process, clients can benefit from my experience & education as I guide them through understanding their past experiences, & impact on present life, clients can gain insight, learn skills & grow from therapy at any age.
Working with children through to adulthood, I enjoy working with a variety of issues. Ideally, clients wanting to work on emotional (or behavioral) difficulties, personal development, self-insight & improving their general emotional well-being - in other words, being invested in their process - yields the best therapeutic results. Change is a process & through a collaborative therapeutic process, clients can benefit from my experience & education as I guide them through understanding their past experiences, & impact on present life, clients can gain insight, learn skills & grow from therapy at any age.
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Caley Garden
Art Therapist, MA
Serves Area
I am an HPCSA-registered arts therapist working in private practice in Johannesburg. I have a special interest in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, and self-esteem challenges. My approach is trauma-informed, using psychodynamic, creative and person-centred approaches. I offer a compassionate, and non-judgemental space for healing, growth and authentic expression of the whole self. I welcome individuals of all ages.
I am an HPCSA-registered arts therapist working in private practice in Johannesburg. I have a special interest in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, and self-esteem challenges. My approach is trauma-informed, using psychodynamic, creative and person-centred approaches. I offer a compassionate, and non-judgemental space for healing, growth and authentic expression of the whole self. I welcome individuals of all ages.
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Jamie Gardiner
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Jamie! Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationships, grief, trauma, work, identity, or simply feeling stuck, you are welcome. My role isn't to have all the answers, but to walk alongside you with genuine curiosity, compassion, and respect. I believe healing happens when we feel truly heard in a space that is safe, confidential, non-judgemental, and affirming of every person, regardless of their race, culture, religion, identity, or background. Together, we create space for meaningful change.
Hi, I'm Jamie! Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationships, grief, trauma, work, identity, or simply feeling stuck, you are welcome. My role isn't to have all the answers, but to walk alongside you with genuine curiosity, compassion, and respect. I believe healing happens when we feel truly heard in a space that is safe, confidential, non-judgemental, and affirming of every person, regardless of their race, culture, religion, identity, or background. Together, we create space for meaningful change.
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Lizelle Fryer
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Online Only
I specialize in supporting children and families. I understand that navigating the challenges of family life and child development can be complex and emotional. My mission is to provide a warm, empathetic environment where you and your family can feel supported and understood.
I specialize in supporting children and families. I understand that navigating the challenges of family life and child development can be complex and emotional. My mission is to provide a warm, empathetic environment where you and your family can feel supported and understood.
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Pretoria Psychologists (Pty)Ltd.
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Pretoria Psychologists (Pty) Ltd boats more than 40 years of combined experience in mental health services. The practice was established in the 1990s by Dr. Elaine Bing and Jacqui van Staden. Currently, this dynamic practice is managed by Nkateko Ndala-Magoro. We are a multidisciplinary team who offer a range of services within our expertise and speak all 11 South African languages.
Pretoria Psychologists (Pty) Ltd boats more than 40 years of combined experience in mental health services. The practice was established in the 1990s by Dr. Elaine Bing and Jacqui van Staden. Currently, this dynamic practice is managed by Nkateko Ndala-Magoro. We are a multidisciplinary team who offer a range of services within our expertise and speak all 11 South African languages.
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Charmaine Keitumetse Mojapelo
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I work predominantly from a systemic approach. This approach considers people in relationships, dealing with interactions, interactional patterns and the context in which this occurs in. I take special care in forming a genuine connection with my clients and place importance on creating a warm, empathetic environment in order for optimum personal growth and healing to occur. My approach also considers each individual’s unique cultural and spiritual background.
I work predominantly from a systemic approach. This approach considers people in relationships, dealing with interactions, interactional patterns and the context in which this occurs in. I take special care in forming a genuine connection with my clients and place importance on creating a warm, empathetic environment in order for optimum personal growth and healing to occur. My approach also considers each individual’s unique cultural and spiritual background.
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More Therapists Nearby

Petru Malan Wellness Counselling and PBI
General Counsellor, ASCHP Wellness Counsellor
3 Endorsed
Centurion 0157
I offer a safe, supportive space for individuals and families seeking guidance, connection, and emotional support. Whether you feel overwhelmed, angry, confused, disconnected, or simply need someone to listen, you are welcome here. I work with young children, adolescents, and young adults, supporting emotional regulation, wellbeing, and healthy relationships. Children under 12 are seen in person, with sessions focusing on sand play therapy, nervous system support, and emotional regulation.. Parental consent is required for online counselling ages 12–18. Teen and adult sessions can be provided online from the get go.
I offer a safe, supportive space for individuals and families seeking guidance, connection, and emotional support. Whether you feel overwhelmed, angry, confused, disconnected, or simply need someone to listen, you are welcome here. I work with young children, adolescents, and young adults, supporting emotional regulation, wellbeing, and healthy relationships. Children under 12 are seen in person, with sessions focusing on sand play therapy, nervous system support, and emotional regulation.. Parental consent is required for online counselling ages 12–18. Teen and adult sessions can be provided online from the get go.
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Lauren Nicholson
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Chartwell 2191
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.
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Lerato Diale
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
In my practice I work with individuals, families and groups who present with various struggles/ difficulties. These include Depression, Anxiety, Adjustment difficulties, Relationship struggles (marriage and other non-intimate relationships), Parents presenting with parenting difficulties, Personality Disorders and group organizations who need training sessions. Therefore my goal in the practice is to create a safe space where I work together with my clients to face their emotional/ psychological difficulties and feel contained as well as emotionally regulated.
In my practice I work with individuals, families and groups who present with various struggles/ difficulties. These include Depression, Anxiety, Adjustment difficulties, Relationship struggles (marriage and other non-intimate relationships), Parents presenting with parenting difficulties, Personality Disorders and group organizations who need training sessions. Therefore my goal in the practice is to create a safe space where I work together with my clients to face their emotional/ psychological difficulties and feel contained as well as emotionally regulated.
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Hernéne du Plessis
Psychologist, MSc, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Being confronted with challenges or difficult situations is a part of life. During these times, I focus on connecting with the individual, not the problem. I have belief in my clients' strengths and their ability to grow and overcome challenging situations.
Being confronted with challenges or difficult situations is a part of life. During these times, I focus on connecting with the individual, not the problem. I have belief in my clients' strengths and their ability to grow and overcome challenging situations.
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Desiree Gaskin
Psychologist, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Parktown 2193
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.
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Nqobile Nokukhanya Nzimande-Modau
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Sandton 2191
People come to therapy for different reasons. Many people come because of difficulties they are currently experiencing, which can include long periods of distressing feelings or thoughts, struggling to cope, relationship problems, and/ or difficulty dealing with a particularly distressing situation. Other people come to therapy simply to gain a better understanding of themselves and more fulfilment in their lives and relationships. Therapy is a unique experience and a relationship between you and a professional. It is very normal to not fully understand its nature at the outset.
People come to therapy for different reasons. Many people come because of difficulties they are currently experiencing, which can include long periods of distressing feelings or thoughts, struggling to cope, relationship problems, and/ or difficulty dealing with a particularly distressing situation. Other people come to therapy simply to gain a better understanding of themselves and more fulfilment in their lives and relationships. Therapy is a unique experience and a relationship between you and a professional. It is very normal to not fully understand its nature at the outset.
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Euginia Maundla
Social Worker, SACSSP
Eastvale 1559
Welcome. My name is Euginia Maundla, and I am committed to providing a safe, respectful, and confidential space where you can share your experiences without fear of judgement. I believe every person has strengths, dignity and the ability to overcome life's challenges with the right support. My role is to listen, understand, empower, and work alongside you to find practical solutions that promote healing, growth and hope. Together, we can take meaningful steps toward a brighter future.
Welcome. My name is Euginia Maundla, and I am committed to providing a safe, respectful, and confidential space where you can share your experiences without fear of judgement. I believe every person has strengths, dignity and the ability to overcome life's challenges with the right support. My role is to listen, understand, empower, and work alongside you to find practical solutions that promote healing, growth and hope. Together, we can take meaningful steps toward a brighter future.
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Simone Padotan
Psychologist, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Randburg 2193
My ideal clients are children, adolescents, and adults who feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or emotionally strained in their learning or daily lives. They may be navigating academic difficulties, challenges with emotional regulation, anxiety, or significant life and school transitions. Often, they are not looking for labels, but rather for clarity, validation, and practical guidance. Together, we work toward understanding their learning, thinking, and emotional experiences. My goal is to help clients build confidence, reduce distress, and move forward with greater resilience and direction.
My ideal clients are children, adolescents, and adults who feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or emotionally strained in their learning or daily lives. They may be navigating academic difficulties, challenges with emotional regulation, anxiety, or significant life and school transitions. Often, they are not looking for labels, but rather for clarity, validation, and practical guidance. Together, we work toward understanding their learning, thinking, and emotional experiences. My goal is to help clients build confidence, reduce distress, and move forward with greater resilience and direction.
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Marilise Nel
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Sandton 2196
Life can bring many challenges that are hard to deal with alone. By seeing a psychologist, you can express your concerns freely in a confidential setting and make sense of your thoughts. Through this process, you can attain a sense of ease and well-being in the relationship with yourself and others. I work with corporate clients online, adults and teens. I offer Psychotherapy and counselling to assist with loss, depression, uncertainty and life challenges.
Life can bring many challenges that are hard to deal with alone. By seeing a psychologist, you can express your concerns freely in a confidential setting and make sense of your thoughts. Through this process, you can attain a sense of ease and well-being in the relationship with yourself and others. I work with corporate clients online, adults and teens. I offer Psychotherapy and counselling to assist with loss, depression, uncertainty and life challenges.
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Nkululeko Benedict Mhlongo
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
Fourways 2055
If you’re looking for quality therapy sessions with a certified Psychologist that cares, then you’ve come to the right place. I guide my patients every step of the way and implement various methods to help them develop new attitudes towards all of life’s most complex matters. Schedule an appointment today and see what I can do for you. Your well-being is my ultimate concern. am currently presenting an empowering and interventionist Show called ‘Roxic” on Sabc 1 that assist people in toxic relationships around South Africa.
If you’re looking for quality therapy sessions with a certified Psychologist that cares, then you’ve come to the right place. I guide my patients every step of the way and implement various methods to help them develop new attitudes towards all of life’s most complex matters. Schedule an appointment today and see what I can do for you. Your well-being is my ultimate concern. am currently presenting an empowering and interventionist Show called ‘Roxic” on Sabc 1 that assist people in toxic relationships around South Africa.
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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.