Psychologists and Therapists for Children in Pretoria
I have worked in various clinical settings, gaining valuable experience working with children, adolescents and adults.
I am a dedicated and compassionate Counselling Psychologist with a keen interest in leveraging individuals’ inherent strength and resilience to help them achieve mental and emotional well-being. My work is grounded in empathy, respect, and a deep commitment to fostering a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings. My therapeutic approach is integrative, as I make use of various evidence-based therapies. I am trained in Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioural, Narrative and Solution-Focused Therapies and tailor each session to meet the unique needs and goals of my clients.
I have worked in various clinical settings, gaining valuable experience working with children, adolescents and adults.
I am a dedicated and compassionate Counselling Psychologist with a keen interest in leveraging individuals’ inherent strength and resilience to help them achieve mental and emotional well-being. My work is grounded in empathy, respect, and a deep commitment to fostering a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings. My therapeutic approach is integrative, as I make use of various evidence-based therapies. I am trained in Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioural, Narrative and Solution-Focused Therapies and tailor each session to meet the unique needs and goals of my clients.
My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy ,compassion, recognising, and appreciating the complexities of the human functioning. Access to psychotherapy is an investment not only for ourselves but for our loved ones. I am HPCSA registered and licensed Clinical Psychologist with the ability to build rapport to facilitate client insight and growth. I am a multilingual and skilled to work within a multicultural context, with individuals, groups, couples and families.
My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy ,compassion, recognising, and appreciating the complexities of the human functioning. Access to psychotherapy is an investment not only for ourselves but for our loved ones. I am HPCSA registered and licensed Clinical Psychologist with the ability to build rapport to facilitate client insight and growth. I am a multilingual and skilled to work within a multicultural context, with individuals, groups, couples and families.
If you find yourself attracting the same kind of partner, struggling with communication in your relationship, or carrying unresolved childhood wounds into adulthood, you are not alone — and you are not beyond healing.
I offer individual, couple, family, and group sessions, as well as trauma debriefing for organizations. My special interest lies in relationship therapy, marriage readiness, youth development, and women’s empowerment.
Our offices are located in Pretoria (Hatfield) and Witbank. Sessions are available in-person and online.
Fees from R550 per session.
If you find yourself attracting the same kind of partner, struggling with communication in your relationship, or carrying unresolved childhood wounds into adulthood, you are not alone — and you are not beyond healing.
I offer individual, couple, family, and group sessions, as well as trauma debriefing for organizations. My special interest lies in relationship therapy, marriage readiness, youth development, and women’s empowerment.
Our offices are located in Pretoria (Hatfield) and Witbank. Sessions are available in-person and online.
Fees from R550 per session.
Family mediation, Child therapy, marriage and couple counselling, Trauma debriefing and counselling, bereavement counselling, Addiction counselling and EPWP
We are living in a world where life challenges can overshadow our mental health , that is where our services comes in. We enables people to cope with the stressors of life. We are committed to fostering resilience. Our mission is to facilitate self-discovery, equipping individuals with the tools to navigate life's challenges. Together, we will regenerate, reclaiming control and embracing a journey of growth and empowerment. As we foster self- awareness , nurturing resilience, we believe this will ignite the power within individuals to take control of their daily challenges. We look forward to embarking on this journey together,
Family mediation, Child therapy, marriage and couple counselling, Trauma debriefing and counselling, bereavement counselling, Addiction counselling and EPWP
We are living in a world where life challenges can overshadow our mental health , that is where our services comes in. We enables people to cope with the stressors of life. We are committed to fostering resilience. Our mission is to facilitate self-discovery, equipping individuals with the tools to navigate life's challenges. Together, we will regenerate, reclaiming control and embracing a journey of growth and empowerment. As we foster self- awareness , nurturing resilience, we believe this will ignite the power within individuals to take control of their daily challenges. We look forward to embarking on this journey together,
We support children, teens, adults and parents through counselling, play-based intervention and support.
Our aim is to empower individuals, children and families to thrive, not just survive. By working collaboratively with our clients, We help them uncover their strengths, develop effective coping strategies and navigate life's challenges with confidence.
We support children, teens, adults and parents through counselling, play-based intervention and support.
Our aim is to empower individuals, children and families to thrive, not just survive. By working collaboratively with our clients, We help them uncover their strengths, develop effective coping strategies and navigate life's challenges with confidence.
Shaney van der Bank
Registered Counsellor, BSocSci Hons, HPCSA - Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Pretoria 0081
Consider my counseling services for a compassionate, evidence-based approach tailored to your needs. With experience in trauma, life changes, and personal development, I offer a safe and supportive space for growth. Located in Sandton and Pretoria East, my practice provides flexible options to fit your schedule. I’m here to help you navigate challenges, develop coping skills, and work towards a balanced, fulfilling life.
Consider my counseling services for a compassionate, evidence-based approach tailored to your needs. With experience in trauma, life changes, and personal development, I offer a safe and supportive space for growth. Located in Sandton and Pretoria East, my practice provides flexible options to fit your schedule. I’m here to help you navigate challenges, develop coping skills, and work towards a balanced, fulfilling life.
With a main focus on children, I find immense fulfilment in nurturing young minds and hearts.
My special expertise encompasses psychometric assessments which include scholastic screening, special school placement, school readiness, cognitive/IQ, aptitude, personality, career guidance/subject choice, concession or accommodations, industry assessments (recruitment/selection).
With a main focus on children, I find immense fulfilment in nurturing young minds and hearts.
My special expertise encompasses psychometric assessments which include scholastic screening, special school placement, school readiness, cognitive/IQ, aptitude, personality, career guidance/subject choice, concession or accommodations, industry assessments (recruitment/selection).
My passion is to help individuals cope with life challenges and obstacles that seem impossible to overcome on their own. I have helped individuals cope with trauma, depression, family and work related stressors. The aim is to create a safe space with non judgmental attitude where an individual can be heard and respected irrespective of their background. By incorporating Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength Based and Person Centered Approach, I am able to help a client have a different perspective to their challenges. The journey is not meant to be walked alone. Allow us to be there for you throughout the journey.
My passion is to help individuals cope with life challenges and obstacles that seem impossible to overcome on their own. I have helped individuals cope with trauma, depression, family and work related stressors. The aim is to create a safe space with non judgmental attitude where an individual can be heard and respected irrespective of their background. By incorporating Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength Based and Person Centered Approach, I am able to help a client have a different perspective to their challenges. The journey is not meant to be walked alone. Allow us to be there for you throughout the journey.
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.
I am an Educational Psychologist who works with children, individuals, and families to better understand learning, development, and emotional well-being.
I do psychoeducational assessments for children and adolescents with learning and developmental challenges to inform intervention. I also do emotional assessment as I believe that wellbeing comes from caring for the whole person-physically, emotionally and psychologically; hence I also offer tailored support and therapy for both my young and older clients.
I am an Educational Psychologist who works with children, individuals, and families to better understand learning, development, and emotional well-being.
I do psychoeducational assessments for children and adolescents with learning and developmental challenges to inform intervention. I also do emotional assessment as I believe that wellbeing comes from caring for the whole person-physically, emotionally and psychologically; hence I also offer tailored support and therapy for both my young and older clients.
I support adolescents and young adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to navigate life’s challenges. Many come with stress, relationship difficulties, life transitions, negative thinking patterns, or a desire for personal growth. Through a faith-based, supportive approach, I offer a safe space to explore what you’re going through, process emotions, and develop practical ways to cope. Together, I help you move from a life of merely surviving, to one of thriving and abundance.
I support adolescents and young adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to navigate life’s challenges. Many come with stress, relationship difficulties, life transitions, negative thinking patterns, or a desire for personal growth. Through a faith-based, supportive approach, I offer a safe space to explore what you’re going through, process emotions, and develop practical ways to cope. Together, I help you move from a life of merely surviving, to one of thriving and abundance.
You may feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in repeating patterns.
You might be navigating relationship difficulties, grief, anxiety, life transitions, or struggles with self-worth.
You want clarity, healthier boundaries, emotional stability, and a space where you feel heard and understood. Ultimately, you want relief from emotional pressure and the confidence to move forward with greater balance and self-awareness.
You may feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in repeating patterns.
You might be navigating relationship difficulties, grief, anxiety, life transitions, or struggles with self-worth.
You want clarity, healthier boundaries, emotional stability, and a space where you feel heard and understood. Ultimately, you want relief from emotional pressure and the confidence to move forward with greater balance and self-awareness.
As an integrative therapist, I work with children, adolescents, teenagers, adults, couples, and groups, tailoring my approach to each individual’s unique background and needs.
I believe that each person’s journey is different, and my role is to create a space where you can explore your inner world and rediscover your strengths. Whether dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or family/interpersonal conflicts, Grief, academic or behavioral difficulties, I aim to help you build healthier coping mechanisms, & enhance self-awareness
As an integrative therapist, I work with children, adolescents, teenagers, adults, couples, and groups, tailoring my approach to each individual’s unique background and needs.
I believe that each person’s journey is different, and my role is to create a space where you can explore your inner world and rediscover your strengths. Whether dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or family/interpersonal conflicts, Grief, academic or behavioral difficulties, I aim to help you build healthier coping mechanisms, & enhance self-awareness
Individual, couple and family counselling.
Individual, couple and family counselling.
I have experience in working with adults, adolescents and children on the level of individual, couples, family, group and community.
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 have experience in working with adults, adolescents and children on the level of individual, couples, family, group and community.
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.
A parent struggling with managing their child/ren's emotions.
I am an empathic listener who is not afraid of a persons emotions or struggles. I can hold space for you to share and let go of the thoughts and feelings in your heart and mind. I am able to help you look at the current problem and identify what steps to take to become empowered to face and befriend your emotions, to become strengthened to conquer your fears
A parent struggling with managing their child/ren's emotions.
I am an empathic listener who is not afraid of a persons emotions or struggles. I can hold space for you to share and let go of the thoughts and feelings in your heart and mind. I am able to help you look at the current problem and identify what steps to take to become empowered to face and befriend your emotions, to become strengthened to conquer your fears
We offer the following services:
Mediation services
Drafting of parenting plans
Assistance with applying for maintanance
Trauama Debriefing
Pre marital counselling
Relationship counselling
We offer the following services:
Mediation services
Drafting of parenting plans
Assistance with applying for maintanance
Trauama Debriefing
Pre marital counselling
Relationship counselling
Life can present with difficulties at an individual, couple, family, group, organisation, and community levels. These difficulties and their impact on clients present in different ways. My approach to client service is person-centred, which considers the diverse needs and the contexts of each client. I also use a systems approach to psychotherapy, which addresses clients’ difficulties in the context of their relationships.
Life can present with difficulties at an individual, couple, family, group, organisation, and community levels. These difficulties and their impact on clients present in different ways. My approach to client service is person-centred, which considers the diverse needs and the contexts of each client. I also use a systems approach to psychotherapy, which addresses clients’ difficulties in the context of their relationships.
M also specializes in training programs such as Parenting skills & Plans, Marriage guidance, Girl child and women programs and many others.
HIV/ Aids Counselling , Marriage Counselling, Family counselling, Educational counseling and Trauma counselling
M also specializes in training programs such as Parenting skills & Plans, Marriage guidance, Girl child and women programs and many others.
HIV/ Aids Counselling , Marriage Counselling, Family counselling, Educational counseling and Trauma counselling
We offer a wide range of psychological and medico-legal services in a form of, free support groups in collaboration with SADAG, psycho-education workshops in organizations and cooperates, psychometric assessments, career guidance, cooperate and government consulting on mental health matters, mediation, RAF claims, child psychotherapy and individual therapy.
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.
We offer a wide range of psychological and medico-legal services in a form of, free support groups in collaboration with SADAG, psycho-education workshops in organizations and cooperates, psychometric assessments, career guidance, cooperate and government consulting on mental health matters, mediation, RAF claims, child psychotherapy and individual therapy.
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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- Lynnwood
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- Silverton
- Waterkloof Ridge
FAQ - About Child Therapy
When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviours change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).
What can a child therapist help with?
A therapist can help with any difficult experience a child may encounter growing up, including learning problems or anxiety related to school, relationship challenges with friends or parents, bullying, intense emotions or phobias, divorce and family dynamics, or the death of a pet or loved one. A therapist can help children process their experience and develop coping skills in an age-appropriate way
What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.