Psychologists and Therapists for Toddlers in Rosebank

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Sharni Mpho Ngakane
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
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Marilyn Ann Donaldson
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I have been a therapist for 29yrs and have been privileged to share many patients stories of sadness, loneliness, anxiety fear and tragedy. I have witnessed courage, perseverance and the untangling of the recent past and the deeper past in order to live more healthily with themselves and in relationship to others. I believe the quality of the relationship between myself and my patients creates a safe space in which to explore both the conscious and unconscious factors that lead to the breakdown or impediments to the above relationships.
I have been a therapist for 29yrs and have been privileged to share many patients stories of sadness, loneliness, anxiety fear and tragedy. I have witnessed courage, perseverance and the untangling of the recent past and the deeper past in order to live more healthily with themselves and in relationship to others. I believe the quality of the relationship between myself and my patients creates a safe space in which to explore both the conscious and unconscious factors that lead to the breakdown or impediments to the above relationships.
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Alexandra Stevenson
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I offer therapy for adults who feel anxious, stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in repeating relationship patterns. Many of my clients are navigating grief, identity questions, life transitions, self worth, or old wounds that still shape the present.
I offer therapy for adults who feel anxious, stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in repeating relationship patterns. Many of my clients are navigating grief, identity questions, life transitions, self worth, or old wounds that still shape the present.
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Marizaan Koen
Psychologist, MSc, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Midrand 1686
I am passionate about seeing how people create meaningful relationships, both with themselves and in their environment, that assists them to develop and self-actualise. The way I work is from an Integrative Interactional Approach, this means that I see the individual as a holistic system, by looking at both the person’s internal psychological processes and how a person relates to their environment. How we interact with ourselves, our environment, and the people around us determines our well-being.
I am passionate about seeing how people create meaningful relationships, both with themselves and in their environment, that assists them to develop and self-actualise. The way I work is from an Integrative Interactional Approach, this means that I see the individual as a holistic system, by looking at both the person’s internal psychological processes and how a person relates to their environment. How we interact with ourselves, our environment, and the people around us determines our well-being.
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Megan Clerk, Educational Psychologist
Psychologist, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Parkmore 2196
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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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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Aadilah Dadabhay
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
As a psychologist, I strive to create a safe and non-judgemental space that helps to foster authentic connections, healing, and growth. I adopt an integrative and holistic framework, honouring the needs of my clients and ensuring effective treatment. My approach blends Psychodynamic therapy with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Systems theory and Somatic work. I am committed to breaking down mental health stigma within my community and in empowering those who have been silenced by systemic challenges.
As a psychologist, I strive to create a safe and non-judgemental space that helps to foster authentic connections, healing, and growth. I adopt an integrative and holistic framework, honouring the needs of my clients and ensuring effective treatment. My approach blends Psychodynamic therapy with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Systems theory and Somatic work. I am committed to breaking down mental health stigma within my community and in empowering those who have been silenced by systemic challenges.
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Clarissa Muller
Social Worker, MSocSci
Serves Area
I provide assessments, therapy and psychosocial services to children, adolescents and adults with emotional, behavioural and mental health challenges to improve their biopsychosocial functioning.
I provide assessments, therapy and psychosocial services to children, adolescents and adults with emotional, behavioural and mental health challenges to improve their biopsychosocial functioning.
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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.
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Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Sandton 2190
Our Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic provides psychological evaluations, assessments, and counseling to children, teens, youth, adults, and seniors. We provide trauma-informed individual, couples, group, and family therapy. We also provide somatic therapy such as yoga, mindfulness sessions, drumming, and art therapy. We are specialists in trauma-informed therapy, and our practice provides individual, group, and family therapy services to survivors of domestic violence and violent crimes. Our licensed therapists provide quality care, and our social justice team is committed to helping you thrive.
Our Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic provides psychological evaluations, assessments, and counseling to children, teens, youth, adults, and seniors. We provide trauma-informed individual, couples, group, and family therapy. We also provide somatic therapy such as yoga, mindfulness sessions, drumming, and art therapy. We are specialists in trauma-informed therapy, and our practice provides individual, group, and family therapy services to survivors of domestic violence and violent crimes. Our licensed therapists provide quality care, and our social justice team is committed to helping you thrive.
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Sasha Talia Counselling
General Counsellor
Serves Area
Looking for life changing counselling? Welcome to Sasha Talia Counselling. We are committed to transforming how mental health is experienced, creating a safe space for healing and transformation.
Looking for life changing counselling? Welcome to Sasha Talia Counselling. We are committed to transforming how mental health is experienced, creating a safe space for healing and transformation.
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Katlego Masemola
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Fourways 2055
My ideal client is someone whether a child, adolescent, or adult facing challenges such as learning difficulties, emotional regulation, anxiety, low self-esteem, behavioural concerns, or life transitions. Parents may seek clarity on school readiness or academic issues, while adults may want to build resilience and self-understanding. They value a safe, non-judgmental space to be heard, gain practical solutions, and work toward emotional well-being, stronger relationships, academic growth, and renewed confidence, knowing that with the right tools, positive change is possible.
My ideal client is someone whether a child, adolescent, or adult facing challenges such as learning difficulties, emotional regulation, anxiety, low self-esteem, behavioural concerns, or life transitions. Parents may seek clarity on school readiness or academic issues, while adults may want to build resilience and self-understanding. They value a safe, non-judgmental space to be heard, gain practical solutions, and work toward emotional well-being, stronger relationships, academic growth, and renewed confidence, knowing that with the right tools, positive change is possible.
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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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Rofhiwa Machebe
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
I support children, adolescents, and teens navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, emotional regulation, social challenges, developmental delays, and learning difficulties, helping them build confidence, resilience, and coping skills. I also work with parents, adults, and families seeking guidance for emotional, relational, or academic challenges. I offer therapy in English, isiZulu, isiXhosa, Setswana, and Tshivenda, ensuring clients feel fully seen, heard, and understood in a language that feels most comfortable.
I support children, adolescents, and teens navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, emotional regulation, social challenges, developmental delays, and learning difficulties, helping them build confidence, resilience, and coping skills. I also work with parents, adults, and families seeking guidance for emotional, relational, or academic challenges. I offer therapy in English, isiZulu, isiXhosa, Setswana, and Tshivenda, ensuring clients feel fully seen, heard, and understood in a language that feels most comfortable.
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Sanisha Vala
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
3 Endorsed
Bryanston 2191
If you often feel overwhelmed, stuck or disconnected, feel like you're carrying the weight of stress, trauma, or emotional exhaustion, you’re in the right place. You may function well outwardly but feel anxious, burnt out, or numb inside. You're seeking more than just talk therapy. You want to feel safe in your body, regulate your nervous system, and reconnect with yourself. We can do this by breaking old patterns, building self-trust, and living with more ease, authenticity, and inner peace.
If you often feel overwhelmed, stuck or disconnected, feel like you're carrying the weight of stress, trauma, or emotional exhaustion, you’re in the right place. You may function well outwardly but feel anxious, burnt out, or numb inside. You're seeking more than just talk therapy. You want to feel safe in your body, regulate your nervous system, and reconnect with yourself. We can do this by breaking old patterns, building self-trust, and living with more ease, authenticity, and inner peace.
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Dagmara Du Plessis
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
In the more than 30 years of working with people from all walks of life, I know that we all have a need to live a life of meaning and purpose. Our day to day journey is seldom without challenges – emotionally, socially, and spiritually. Each of these challenges have a lesser, or more severe impact on the quality of our life - on the way we feel about ourselves, regarding our relationship with others and our spiritual growth. Although we do not always want to admit it, we all are wounded in some way. I do believe that the best gift you can give yourself in life, is to strive and work towards becoming the person you are meant to
In the more than 30 years of working with people from all walks of life, I know that we all have a need to live a life of meaning and purpose. Our day to day journey is seldom without challenges – emotionally, socially, and spiritually. Each of these challenges have a lesser, or more severe impact on the quality of our life - on the way we feel about ourselves, regarding our relationship with others and our spiritual growth. Although we do not always want to admit it, we all are wounded in some way. I do believe that the best gift you can give yourself in life, is to strive and work towards becoming the person you are meant to
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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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Dr. Renée Zenadia Ramdin
Psychologist, HPCSA - Ed. Psych.
Lenasia 1827
I have many years of experience in helping people of all ages and cultures. My deep respect for others, acceptance, open-mindedness and being authentic have always been a priority in maintaining good relationships. In this way I am able to create and maintain a safe, supportive and containing environment to anyone who is looking for a space to explore and gain insight into the way they are functioning so that they can better themselves and achieve a healthier quality of life and wellbeing.
I have many years of experience in helping people of all ages and cultures. My deep respect for others, acceptance, open-mindedness and being authentic have always been a priority in maintaining good relationships. In this way I am able to create and maintain a safe, supportive and containing environment to anyone who is looking for a space to explore and gain insight into the way they are functioning so that they can better themselves and achieve a healthier quality of life and wellbeing.
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Thandiswa Tyolo
Psychologist, MSocSci, HPCSA - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I see all ages, toddlers,adolescents, teenagers,adults and the elderly.
Just as there is day and night, Life offers us similar alternations. You don't have to walk the journey alone. As a trained Clinical Psychologist, my goal is to ensure that you are heard and understood. Most importantly, conquer challenges you are facing and discover yourself.
I see all ages, toddlers,adolescents, teenagers,adults and the elderly.
Just as there is day and night, Life offers us similar alternations. You don't have to walk the journey alone. As a trained Clinical Psychologist, my goal is to ensure that you are heard and understood. Most importantly, conquer challenges you are facing and discover yourself.
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Philisiwe Sheron Hadebe
Social Worker, SACSSP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a social worker working with all people with social illness irrespective of their age, gender, race and ethnicity. I specialize in grief counseling, Para-suicide, Marital counseling both pre & post, Substance &drug dependency, Mental illnesses, Teenage pragnancy. I also do Individuals, groups n community
I am a social worker working with all people with social illness irrespective of their age, gender, race and ethnicity. I specialize in grief counseling, Para-suicide, Marital counseling both pre & post, Substance &drug dependency, Mental illnesses, Teenage pragnancy. I also do Individuals, groups n community
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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.