Psychologists and Therapists for Toddlers in Roodepoort

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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Virginia Bernadette Schoombie
Psychologist, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
2 Endorsed
I am an Educational Psychologist with 30 years experience in helping to support families and individuals across their life span using a strength based , brain based approach and a creative therapeutic model of solution focused therapy.
I am an Educational Psychologist with 30 years experience in helping to support families and individuals across their life span using a strength based , brain based approach and a creative therapeutic model of solution focused therapy.
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Amber Samanther Pinho
Psychologist, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
I am passionate about working with young children and adolescents and helping them on their journey to becoming resilient. I have a belief that each and every child is inherently resilient and the right environment needs to be cultivated in order for them to thrive!
I am passionate about working with young children and adolescents and helping them on their journey to becoming resilient. I have a belief that each and every child is inherently resilient and the right environment needs to be cultivated in order for them to thrive!
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Ronel Tarnow
Psychologist, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
This is For U Now (FUN). It is now the time to optimise your emotional-personal-, social-, family-, learning-, creative-, neuro-psychological and career development potential!
This is For U Now (FUN). It is now the time to optimise your emotional-personal-, social-, family-, learning-, creative-, neuro-psychological and career development potential!
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Janesia Henning
General Counsellor, MPsych
Life can be overwhelming, and sometimes, we all need a safe space to express what we're going through without fear of judgment. I believe in the powerful truth that it’s okay to not be okay. Struggles, doubts, and hardships are part of being human, and seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness. Through compassionate listening and practical counselling skills, I provide a space where you can be honest about your feelings and challenges. My goal is to help you navigate life’s ups and downs with understanding, resilience, and self-compassion. You don’t have to have all the answers right away, you just need a place to start.
Life can be overwhelming, and sometimes, we all need a safe space to express what we're going through without fear of judgment. I believe in the powerful truth that it’s okay to not be okay. Struggles, doubts, and hardships are part of being human, and seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness. Through compassionate listening and practical counselling skills, I provide a space where you can be honest about your feelings and challenges. My goal is to help you navigate life’s ups and downs with understanding, resilience, and self-compassion. You don’t have to have all the answers right away, you just need a place to start.
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Gizella Harding
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
I have a special interest in working with attachment, infant & child mental health, relational trauma, relationship difficulties, loss, personality and mood disorders.I assist and support people through their greatest suffering and the most painful moments of their lives through psychotherapy. I am passionate about assisting people, through the therapeutic journey to recognize their strength and resilience, and to step forward with grace and courage. I have found great fulfillment in my role as a psychotherapist, as I am permitted to carry in my heart and mind the stories of other people’s love, hurt, trauma, struggles and growth.
I have a special interest in working with attachment, infant & child mental health, relational trauma, relationship difficulties, loss, personality and mood disorders.I assist and support people through their greatest suffering and the most painful moments of their lives through psychotherapy. I am passionate about assisting people, through the therapeutic journey to recognize their strength and resilience, and to step forward with grace and courage. I have found great fulfillment in my role as a psychotherapist, as I am permitted to carry in my heart and mind the stories of other people’s love, hurt, trauma, struggles and growth.
087 250 0719 x25 View 087 250 0719 x25
Daniela Lotra
General Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am Daniela. I have an inherent love of people. I have always been involved in helping vulnerable populations. I worked in three African countries, outside of South Africa in Ngo's benefitting children. Children are my first love. I am able to descend to the level of the child soul and children love me too. However, youth, adults, I have also worked with. There is an immediate connection with everyone I have worked with because I feel that my best qualities are my humility, kindness, curiosity and motivation in empowering my client. I believe in servant leadership, where I lead from behind, thereby making my clients leaders.
I am Daniela. I have an inherent love of people. I have always been involved in helping vulnerable populations. I worked in three African countries, outside of South Africa in Ngo's benefitting children. Children are my first love. I am able to descend to the level of the child soul and children love me too. However, youth, adults, I have also worked with. There is an immediate connection with everyone I have worked with because I feel that my best qualities are my humility, kindness, curiosity and motivation in empowering my client. I believe in servant leadership, where I lead from behind, thereby making my clients leaders.
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Elsee Magdalena Le Roux
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
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Sarah Cohen-Schwarz
Registered Counsellor, HPCSA - Counsellor
Serves Area
I am a professional counsellor and work with adults, adolescents and children in many areas including trauma, bereavement, self-awareness, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and personal growth, amongst others.
I am a professional counsellor and work with adults, adolescents and children in many areas including trauma, bereavement, self-awareness, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and personal growth, amongst others.
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Celestino Psychometric Solutions
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
At Celestino Psychometric Solutions, we provide ethical, evidence-based assessments to support clients facing cognitive, educational, and career challenges. Whether you’re a parent seeking clarity on your child’s learning difficulties, a psychologist in need of a psychometrist, a corporate or recruitment agency requiring psychometric services for hiring and career development, or a student needing career guidance or subject choice selection, my goal is to offer precise, practical recommendations. We provide clear, actionable insights to help clients make informed decisions in education, psychology, and the workplace.
At Celestino Psychometric Solutions, we provide ethical, evidence-based assessments to support clients facing cognitive, educational, and career challenges. Whether you’re a parent seeking clarity on your child’s learning difficulties, a psychologist in need of a psychometrist, a corporate or recruitment agency requiring psychometric services for hiring and career development, or a student needing career guidance or subject choice selection, my goal is to offer precise, practical recommendations. We provide clear, actionable insights to help clients make informed decisions in education, psychology, and the workplace.
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Mary-Anne Wright
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Sandton 2191
We all need someone to talk to, a kind-heart and a listening ear can make the world of difference in a time of need. I offer a truly non-judgmental space where we can process, laugh, and cry together, while equipping you with the needed skills to face life's challenges. I am passionate about working with adults, teens, and children. I utilise a multi-modal approach mainly drawing on my training in systems therapy, narrative therapy, psychodynamic therapy, person-centered therapy, CBT, and somatic therapies. I draw on my creative background to tailor therapies to meet the unique needs of each individual client.
We all need someone to talk to, a kind-heart and a listening ear can make the world of difference in a time of need. I offer a truly non-judgmental space where we can process, laugh, and cry together, while equipping you with the needed skills to face life's challenges. I am passionate about working with adults, teens, and children. I utilise a multi-modal approach mainly drawing on my training in systems therapy, narrative therapy, psychodynamic therapy, person-centered therapy, CBT, and somatic therapies. I draw on my creative background to tailor therapies to meet the unique needs of each individual client.
087 250 2148 x40 View 087 250 2148 x40
Lindsey Schwartz
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Boksburg 1459
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.
011 896 1670 View 011 896 1670
Lize Wilken
Social Worker, SACSSP
Centurion 0157
Lize Wilken is a creative and dynamic Social Worker with extensive years of experience working with individuals, adolescents and children. She is highly skilled and provides quality services that puts theory into practice in an empathetic and nurturing manner. Lize provides her clients, with a safe environment that enables growth, change and healing in an ethical and competent manner based on knowledge and experience.
Lize Wilken is a creative and dynamic Social Worker with extensive years of experience working with individuals, adolescents and children. She is highly skilled and provides quality services that puts theory into practice in an empathetic and nurturing manner. Lize provides her clients, with a safe environment that enables growth, change and healing in an ethical and competent manner based on knowledge and experience.
087 250 2042 x19 View 087 250 2042 x19
Jenna Fernandes
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
1 Endorsed
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.
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Sharni Mpho Ngakane
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Saxonwold 2132
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.
087 250 2293 x65 View 087 250 2293 x65
Larise Kuhn
Psychologist, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Benoni 1501
I have a specific interest in assessments and emotional and behavioral difficulties in children. I thoroughly enjoy the journey of exploring the child's potential, temperament, and perceptions about themselves and others. I am known as the 'heart aunty'… I aim to listen to and understand the hearts of everyone that enters my door. Psycho-educating parents and children is an essential aspect of my way of doing. Families, children, in particular, development, and the dynamics between them make me enthusiastic. I am also fascinated by temperaments, relationships, and all people. Relationships are of imperative value to me.
I have a specific interest in assessments and emotional and behavioral difficulties in children. I thoroughly enjoy the journey of exploring the child's potential, temperament, and perceptions about themselves and others. I am known as the 'heart aunty'… I aim to listen to and understand the hearts of everyone that enters my door. Psycho-educating parents and children is an essential aspect of my way of doing. Families, children, in particular, development, and the dynamics between them make me enthusiastic. I am also fascinated by temperaments, relationships, and all people. Relationships are of imperative value to me.
087 250 2837 x97 View 087 250 2837 x97
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.
087 250 0592 x91 View 087 250 0592 x91
Thagane Psychological Services
Psychologist, MSc, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Individualized Psychotherapeutic Services with proper Assessment tools, Interpersonal-Relationship and Cultured oriented therapist. Skilled in resolution of Emotional(Mood problems);Behavioural; Conduct difficulties and Stress related issues(Anxiety...)
Individualized Psychotherapeutic Services with proper Assessment tools, Interpersonal-Relationship and Cultured oriented therapist. Skilled in resolution of Emotional(Mood problems);Behavioural; Conduct difficulties and Stress related issues(Anxiety...)
087 250 2464 x22 View 087 250 2464 x22
Nadia Omidosu
Psychologist, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
3 Endorsed
Centurion 0157
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 through assessment, therapy, and parent guidance. I support difficulties such as ADHD, learning barriers, anxiety, emotional regulation, attention and school-related stress.
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 through assessment, therapy, and parent guidance. I support difficulties such as ADHD, learning barriers, anxiety, emotional regulation, attention and school-related stress.
087 250 0592 x83 View 087 250 0592 x83
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
087 250 0914 x58 View 087 250 0914 x58
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.