Play Therapy in Wynberg
Tracy Lynne
Psychologist, MPsych, HPCSA - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Wynberg 7800
Waitlist for new clients
For younger clients, a combination of play therapy, creative interventions and cognitive approaches, with a focus on mindfulness and emotional regulation depending on the clinical presentation.
I enjoy working with adults, teenagers, tweens and younger children. I have experience working worth Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Bi-Polar Disorder, ADHD, Learning Disorders, Childhood trauma and abuse, Trauma, Medical trauma, Neurodiversity, Grief CounseIling, Divorce and Adjustment Disorders.
For younger clients, a combination of play therapy, creative interventions and cognitive approaches, with a focus on mindfulness and emotional regulation depending on the clinical presentation.
I enjoy working with adults, teenagers, tweens and younger children. I have experience working worth Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Bi-Polar Disorder, ADHD, Learning Disorders, Childhood trauma and abuse, Trauma, Medical trauma, Neurodiversity, Grief CounseIling, Divorce and Adjustment Disorders.
My therapy practice is a containing, curious, creative space for those who are seeking to understand and welcome all the parts of themselves. We often get stuck in patterns and set narratives, and struggle to imagine anything different – for ourselves or our relationships. I cannot provide solutions, but in a confidential and safe therapy relationship, I can walk alongside you as we try to understand your hurt, your health and your healing. I am passionate about working with women and those who are navigating life transitions, loss and shifting intergenerational patterns. My approach is humanistic, trauma-informed, & psychodynamic.
My therapy practice is a containing, curious, creative space for those who are seeking to understand and welcome all the parts of themselves. We often get stuck in patterns and set narratives, and struggle to imagine anything different – for ourselves or our relationships. I cannot provide solutions, but in a confidential and safe therapy relationship, I can walk alongside you as we try to understand your hurt, your health and your healing. I am passionate about working with women and those who are navigating life transitions, loss and shifting intergenerational patterns. My approach is humanistic, trauma-informed, & psychodynamic.
Part of the therapy process includes a healing journey within a therapeutic relationship that encourages insight, understanding and personal growth. I am passionate about this healing journey, and feel honoured to explore my clients’ mental health needs and concerns alongside them.
Part of the therapy process includes a healing journey within a therapeutic relationship that encourages insight, understanding and personal growth. I am passionate about this healing journey, and feel honoured to explore my clients’ mental health needs and concerns alongside them.
I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy and play therapy.
I’m Elretha – a Counselling Psychologist based in Somerset West and Raithby (Western Cape). I work with children, adolescents, and adults in both English and Afrikaans. People seek therapy for a broad range of reasons. Some of the areas I assist with include: processing trauma and abuse, navigating relationship difficulties, parent-child relationship distress, life changes, or loss and bereavement; managing mood and anxiety disorders, addiction, eating disorders, sexual identity matters, self-development and blockages to creativity.
I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy and play therapy.
I’m Elretha – a Counselling Psychologist based in Somerset West and Raithby (Western Cape). I work with children, adolescents, and adults in both English and Afrikaans. People seek therapy for a broad range of reasons. Some of the areas I assist with include: processing trauma and abuse, navigating relationship difficulties, parent-child relationship distress, life changes, or loss and bereavement; managing mood and anxiety disorders, addiction, eating disorders, sexual identity matters, self-development and blockages to creativity.
I am passionate about assisting people reach a place of contentment and fulfillment, be they coming from a place of loss and grief, life changes and divorce, trauma or bad choices. I am a qualified in EMDR. Inter-relational dynamics and family health are important, including communication, personal awareness and growth . I work strongly with children ( play therapy), adolescents and adults around transitions, divorce, coping, trauma, grief and self development. My skills include addictions and co-dependency, mediation services, parenting plans and family assessments for care of children, helping children adjust and cope with change.
I am passionate about assisting people reach a place of contentment and fulfillment, be they coming from a place of loss and grief, life changes and divorce, trauma or bad choices. I am a qualified in EMDR. Inter-relational dynamics and family health are important, including communication, personal awareness and growth . I work strongly with children ( play therapy), adolescents and adults around transitions, divorce, coping, trauma, grief and self development. My skills include addictions and co-dependency, mediation services, parenting plans and family assessments for care of children, helping children adjust and cope with change.
We all need help at different points in our lives. This is not because we're broken, but because we're - temporarily - lost or stuck. As a counsellor, this is where I come in.
My skills of active listening, curious questioning and unique counselling modalities enable me to help you move through challenges. All along, being guided by your feelings and thoughts. Imagine me as the lantern alongside you as you navigate your way through the darkness.
We all need help at different points in our lives. This is not because we're broken, but because we're - temporarily - lost or stuck. As a counsellor, this is where I come in.
My skills of active listening, curious questioning and unique counselling modalities enable me to help you move through challenges. All along, being guided by your feelings and thoughts. Imagine me as the lantern alongside you as you navigate your way through the darkness.
As a general counsellor, my goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgment. I understand that seeking help takes courage, and I honour that bravery by listening with empathy, responding with care, and working collaboratively with you to find practical ways forward. Whether you're facing anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, I’m here to help you navigate it.
As a general counsellor, my goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgment. I understand that seeking help takes courage, and I honour that bravery by listening with empathy, responding with care, and working collaboratively with you to find practical ways forward. Whether you're facing anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, I’m here to help you navigate it.
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With specialised training in modalities such as CBT, REBT, ACT, EMDR, and Play Therapy.
Hello, I'm Prianca! A Counselling Psychologist with a special interest in working with anxiety disorders, mood related disorders, complex bereavement, trauma and attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder. If your therapeutic goal is to develop practical and long lasting coping skills from therapy, then you are in the right place.
With specialised training in modalities such as CBT, REBT, ACT, EMDR, and Play Therapy.
Hello, I'm Prianca! A Counselling Psychologist with a special interest in working with anxiety disorders, mood related disorders, complex bereavement, trauma and attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder. If your therapeutic goal is to develop practical and long lasting coping skills from therapy, then you are in the right place.
I make use of Gestalt play therapy since it is a child-centered approach.
All parents want the best for their children. However, you or your child may sometimes experience difficult situations, such as trauma, adjustments, and losses. Children may then need extra emotional support to work through their emotions. A change in the child's behaviour will be an indication that he or she needs extra help. Children may either have more energy and act out, or they may have less energy and become withdrawn, wanting to isolate themselves from society. In both of these cases, help is available for your child. Marie-Louise van Heerden is a social worker (B.SW) with a master's degree in play-based intervention (M.SW).
I make use of Gestalt play therapy since it is a child-centered approach.
All parents want the best for their children. However, you or your child may sometimes experience difficult situations, such as trauma, adjustments, and losses. Children may then need extra emotional support to work through their emotions. A change in the child's behaviour will be an indication that he or she needs extra help. Children may either have more energy and act out, or they may have less energy and become withdrawn, wanting to isolate themselves from society. In both of these cases, help is available for your child. Marie-Louise van Heerden is a social worker (B.SW) with a master's degree in play-based intervention (M.SW).
I offer play therapy for children and talk therapy for adolescents and adults.
I believe the most valuable part of a counselling relationship is the relationship. Within the space of the counselling relationship, you can express thoughts and feelings without fear of judgement. You can learn about the ways you relate to other people in your life, how you defend yourself from difficult feelings, and practice relating in different ways. The counselling relationship can also be a playful one of self-discovery. I offer clients a compassionate witness and a curious mind to explore alongside you and/or your child, rather than diagnosis.
I offer play therapy for children and talk therapy for adolescents and adults.
I believe the most valuable part of a counselling relationship is the relationship. Within the space of the counselling relationship, you can express thoughts and feelings without fear of judgement. You can learn about the ways you relate to other people in your life, how you defend yourself from difficult feelings, and practice relating in different ways. The counselling relationship can also be a playful one of self-discovery. I offer clients a compassionate witness and a curious mind to explore alongside you and/or your child, rather than diagnosis.
Psychological services offered are: Individual psychotherapy, play therapy, Group therapy, couple therapy, family therapy, psycho education on mental health
Therapy and assessments are rendered to children, teenagers and adults experiencing mental health struggles which might look like difficulty to cope with everyday life, struggling to sleep, feeling overwhelmed with everyday demands, feeling fatigued, overthinking and grief. Mogopolowellness offers support and safe space through therapy.
Psychological services offered are: Individual psychotherapy, play therapy, Group therapy, couple therapy, family therapy, psycho education on mental health
Therapy and assessments are rendered to children, teenagers and adults experiencing mental health struggles which might look like difficulty to cope with everyday life, struggling to sleep, feeling overwhelmed with everyday demands, feeling fatigued, overthinking and grief. Mogopolowellness offers support and safe space through therapy.
My ideal client is a child or teen struggling with emotional regulation, anxiety, social challenges, or school difficulties. They may feel overwhelmed or misunderstood and are looking for support to manage emotions, improve relationships, and succeed academically. Whether they have a diagnosis like ADHD or Autism, or are navigating these challenges without a label, they need a safe space to feel seen, heard, and empowered. Their goal is to gain practical tools and build confidence so they can thrive at home, in school, and in their social world.
My ideal client is a child or teen struggling with emotional regulation, anxiety, social challenges, or school difficulties. They may feel overwhelmed or misunderstood and are looking for support to manage emotions, improve relationships, and succeed academically. Whether they have a diagnosis like ADHD or Autism, or are navigating these challenges without a label, they need a safe space to feel seen, heard, and empowered. Their goal is to gain practical tools and build confidence so they can thrive at home, in school, and in their social world.
I am available for Play Therapy and Talk Therapy as well as School Readiness, Subject Choice and Career Guidance Assessments.
These therapeutic services offer children, teenagers and young adults facing various social, emotional and behavioural difficulties a safe and supportive environment where their stories, growth and healing can unfold. I am committed to providing accessible mental health care and support for my clients and the community. I look forward to hearing from you.
I am available for Play Therapy and Talk Therapy as well as School Readiness, Subject Choice and Career Guidance Assessments.
These therapeutic services offer children, teenagers and young adults facing various social, emotional and behavioural difficulties a safe and supportive environment where their stories, growth and healing can unfold. I am committed to providing accessible mental health care and support for my clients and the community. I look forward to hearing from you.
If you are seeking clarity and direction in your personal/professional/academic life; or struggle with learning difficulties; or neurodiversity or cognitive challenges - that affect your academic, educational, or workplace performance; or feel stuck in your career, unsure of your next steps, or need insight into your strengths and areas for growth? If these are your challenges, or you'd simply like to understand yourself better - then I, together with my clinical team at Dr. Mark Tunbridge & Associates, provide informed, experienced and expert assessment, treatment and intervention plans tailor-made for your unique needs.
If you are seeking clarity and direction in your personal/professional/academic life; or struggle with learning difficulties; or neurodiversity or cognitive challenges - that affect your academic, educational, or workplace performance; or feel stuck in your career, unsure of your next steps, or need insight into your strengths and areas for growth? If these are your challenges, or you'd simply like to understand yourself better - then I, together with my clinical team at Dr. Mark Tunbridge & Associates, provide informed, experienced and expert assessment, treatment and intervention plans tailor-made for your unique needs.
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.
You may be feeling stuck, whether it’s anxiety, depression, emotional struggles, or difficulties at work, school, or in relationships. Perhaps you notice patterns that keep holding you back or see your child struggling and aren’t sure how to help. Deep down, you want growth, balance, and hope. You long to feel more grounded, confident, and capable of moving forward with purpose.
You may be feeling stuck, whether it’s anxiety, depression, emotional struggles, or difficulties at work, school, or in relationships. Perhaps you notice patterns that keep holding you back or see your child struggling and aren’t sure how to help. Deep down, you want growth, balance, and hope. You long to feel more grounded, confident, and capable of moving forward with purpose.
As a licensed social worker I have over 20 years of experience specializing in play based intervention for children aged 4 to 12. My practice focuses on helping children process trauma, manage emotional and behavioral challenges and build heathy coping skills. In addition to therapeutic work with children I offer compassionate support and guidance to parents, helping them better understand and connect with their children.
As a licensed social worker I have over 20 years of experience specializing in play based intervention for children aged 4 to 12. My practice focuses on helping children process trauma, manage emotional and behavioral challenges and build heathy coping skills. In addition to therapeutic work with children I offer compassionate support and guidance to parents, helping them better understand and connect with their children.
I am registered as a counsellor with the HPCSA and is registered with the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF). I offer individual counselling for adults and teenagers, including but not limited to trauma counselling, bereavement, personal development, self-esteem, resilience, anger and stress management. Furthermore, I provide parent guidance and work with children. I also offer career guidance and subject choice assessments (online assessments available).
I am registered as a counsellor with the HPCSA and is registered with the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF). I offer individual counselling for adults and teenagers, including but not limited to trauma counselling, bereavement, personal development, self-esteem, resilience, anger and stress management. Furthermore, I provide parent guidance and work with children. I also offer career guidance and subject choice assessments (online assessments available).
ARE YOU FEELING OVER WHELMED BY LIFE CHALLENGES? ARE CONFLICTS WITHIN IN YOUR FAMILY UNIT CAUSING YOU TO FEEL DSYREGULATED AND POWERLESS? I work in a collaborative manner with my clients to build their mental immunity by developing skills and coping mechanisms to assist them to navigate a more effective path through life obstacles. I offer affordable and accessible rates, which fill the gap in the mental health space. I have been married for 28 years and have 3 young adult daughters, and have therefore had both the personal, and counselling experience of maintaining healthy and functional family interactions.
ARE YOU FEELING OVER WHELMED BY LIFE CHALLENGES? ARE CONFLICTS WITHIN IN YOUR FAMILY UNIT CAUSING YOU TO FEEL DSYREGULATED AND POWERLESS? I work in a collaborative manner with my clients to build their mental immunity by developing skills and coping mechanisms to assist them to navigate a more effective path through life obstacles. I offer affordable and accessible rates, which fill the gap in the mental health space. I have been married for 28 years and have 3 young adult daughters, and have therefore had both the personal, and counselling experience of maintaining healthy and functional family interactions.
Our Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic provides psychological evaluations, assessments, and counseling to children, teens, youth, adults, and seniors. 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 team of therapists is devoted to providing quality services, and our social justice commitment is to seeing you thrive in the community.
Our Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic provides psychological evaluations, assessments, and counseling to children, teens, youth, adults, and seniors. 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 team of therapists is devoted to providing quality services, and our social justice commitment is to seeing you thrive in the community.
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- Bergvliet
- Claremont
- Constantia
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- Kenilworth
- Meadowridge
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- Plumstead
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- Tokai
Play Therapy Counsellors
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioural difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behaviour and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behaviour.