sandi B.
EducationAL Psychologist
Practice

What we do?

Educational & Developmental Assessments

As parents, we all want our children to thrive. But sometimes, children face challenges that affect their ability to learn, grow, or function at their best. This is where our psychoeducational and developmental assessment services become a powerful tool in your child’s journey.

 

Psychoeducational assessments offer a complete picture of what influences a child's learning and development.

 

A full assessment looks at many areas, including thinking skills, how they perceive information, academic abilities, and social-emotional well-being. The assessment typically takes 4 to 6 hours, split over two morning sessions. This helps keep your child engaged and comfortable.

 

The full process includes:

  • An initial interview with parents to get background information and understand their concerns.

  • The assessment sessions, followed by scoring and interpretation.

  • A detailed report with findings and recommendations.

  • A feedback session to discuss results and next steps.

What we do?

School Readiness & Learning

Starting "big school" is a significant milestone, but how do you know if your child is truly ready? A School Readiness Assessment helps determine if your child has developed the foundational skills needed to cope with the academic, emotional, and social demands of formal schooling.

 

We offer assessments to determine your child's readiness for school. These assessments also help understand their learning profile for ongoing academic success.

 

This assessment explores key developmental areas, including:

  • Cognitive and language abilities

  • Fine and gross motor coordination

  • Early literacy and numeracy skills

  • Emotional maturity and social readiness

  • Attention span, task persistence, and independence

 

The assessment aims to provide a well-rounded understanding of your child’s developmental stage. We then offer clear, practical recommendations to support a confident and successful transition into Grade 1. Following the assessment, you will receive a comprehensive report and a feedback session to discuss the findings and next steps.

 

We also provide school readiness reports aligned with the requirements of both the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) and the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) for official submission where needed.

What we do?

Family & Parenting Support | Play Therapy

Raising a child with emotional, behavioral, or learning challenges can feel isolating and overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone. Our Parent and Family Support services are designed to empower families with the tools, insight, and guidance they need to support their child's development effectively and compassionately.

 

We offer:

  • Parent coaching to help you respond to your child’s needs with confidence.
  • Family counseling to strengthen communication and connection.
  • Psychoeducation to help you understand your child’s diagnosis and developmental profile.
  • Practical strategies to support learning, behavior, and emotional regulation at home.

 

Our approach is collaborative and non-judgmental, recognizing that each family is unique. Whether you're navigating a recent diagnosis, managing daily challenges, or simply seeking support in becoming the best advocate for your child, we are here to walk the journey with you.

 

What we do?

Therapy for Children & Adolescents

Our therapeutic approach is tailored to your child’s developmental stage and individual needs. We use evidence-based methods like play therapy, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and narrative approaches.

 

Therapy can help if your child struggles with anxiety, low mood, grief, trauma, self-esteem issues, or school stress. It helps them develop emotional regulation skills, build resilience, and improve overall well-being.

 

The following are areas in which I work:

  • Social skills
  • Behaviour management
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Depression
  • Learner support, including study skills, organization, and time management

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What we do?

Educator Workshops & Training 

We offer dynamic, evidence-informed workshops and training sessions specifically for educators. These sessions are tailored to equip teachers with practical, classroom-ready strategies. Our goal is to support learners with diverse educational, emotional and behavioural needs.

 

Our workshops are interactive and adaptable to your school's needs. They are grounded in both psychological insight and real-world teaching experience. Whether you need a once-off session or ongoing staff development, we partner with schools to make inclusive, supportive education a reality.

 

We empower educators to:

  • Recognize and respond to barriers to learning.
  • Implement inclusive teaching practices.
  • Support learners with neurodevelopmental conditions (e.g., ADHD, learning difficulties).
  • Promote emotional regulation and positive behavior in the classroom.
  • Foster resilient, learner-centered environments.

What we do?

Career Guidance & Assessments

Choosing a career path can be overwhelming for both students and parents. Our Career Guidance and Assessment service helps adolescents and young adults make informed, confident decisions about their future.

 

Whether your child is picking subjects in Grade 9, applying for college, or rethinking their path after high school, we offer clear, personalized direction. We use various psychometric assessments, like interest inventories, personality measures, and aptitude tests,

to explore:

  • Interest assessments to explore areas of curiosity and passion
  • Aptitude assessments  to identify natural strengths and cognitive abilities
  • Skills assessments  to evaluate competencies that may align with specific careers
  • Personality assessments  to understand temperament and work environment preferences

 

This complete process helps identify suitable study fields, career options, and even subject choices. Besides the assessment, we offer individual feedback sessions. Here, we guide students through their results, explore future paths, and provide practical advice.