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-Assessments: Psycho-educational, Concessions/Accommodations, School-Readiness, Diagnosis
-Therapy: Play Therapy (Children) & Psychotherapy (Teens-Adults)
-Career Guidance: Subject-Choice, Career Assessment, Career Guidance
-Parenting Plans & Mediation

💬 LET'S HEAR FROM YOU! What's one small thing you do every day to connect with your child? Share your favourite family r...
12/10/2026

💬 LET'S HEAR FROM YOU! What's one small thing you do every day to connect with your child? Share your favourite family ritual in the comments! 💬

🌿 5 WAYS TO CONNECT WITH YOUR CHILD🌿

Between busy mornings, school runs, homework, extracurricular activities and everyday responsibilities, finding quality time with our children can feel challenging.

But here's the beautiful thing: Connection doesn't always require more time. Sometimes, it simply requires more intention.

At Therapy & Wellness | Dr Leanda Otto & Associates, we believe that meaningful connections help children feel safe, valued, understood and emotionally supported.

Here are 5 simple ways to strengthen your connection with your child:

1. Make mornings more positive – Start the day with a hug, a kind word or a moment of encouragement. 🌞

2. Ask different questions – Instead of the usual "How was school?", try asking, "What made you smile today?" 💬

3. Create small rituals – A special goodbye, a bedtime conversation or a little tradition can make a big difference.🌷

4. Be fully present – Put away distractions and give your child your undivided attention, even if it's just for a few minutes. 🤍

5. Show interest in their world – Listen to their stories, celebrate their interests and take an interest in what matters to them. 🌱

📍 Therapy & Wellness | 357 Roslyn Avenue, Waterkloof Glen, Pretoria.
📧 [email protected]
📞 083 227 1004

🌿 WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY - 10 OCTOBER 🌿1 in 7 adolescents aged 10–19 worldwide experiences a mental health condition. B...
10/10/2026

🌿 WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY - 10 OCTOBER 🌿

1 in 7 adolescents aged 10–19 worldwide experiences a mental health condition. Behind every statistic is a young person who deserves to feel heard, understood and supported. Early intervention can make a meaningful difference.

Behind every smile, there may be challenges we cannot see. Whether it's anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, emotional difficulties or struggles at school, everyone deserves to feel heard, understood and supported.

Your question may be “how can an Educational Psychologist help?”

At Therapy & Wellness, our Educational Psychologists support children, adolescents and young adults through:

1. Emotional support – Helping individuals understand and manage difficult emotions, anxiety and stress.
2. ⁠Building confidence – Developing self-esteem, resilience and healthy coping strategies.
3. ⁠Learning and developmental support – Identifying challenges that may affect learning, behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
4. ⁠Life transitions – Providing guidance through changes, challenges and important developmental stages.
5. ⁠Parent and school collaboration – Working together to create supportive environments where individuals can thrive.

*Remember: Seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness.*

This World Mental Health Day, let's encourage kindness, reduce stigma and remind one another that no one should have to navigate life's challenges alone.

📍 357 Roslyn Avenue, Waterkloof Glen, Pretoria
📧 [email protected]
📞 083 227 1004

Leave a comment! 💭WHAT DOES THE PSYCHOLOGIST SAY?💭EXAM ANXIETY: When exam stress becomes overwhelming, how can parents h...
09/10/2026

Leave a comment!

💭WHAT DOES THE PSYCHOLOGIST SAY?💭

EXAM ANXIETY: When exam stress becomes overwhelming, how can parents help?

As exam season approaches, many learners experience increased pressure, worry and self-doubt. While some stress is a normal part of preparing for exams, too much can affect a child's confidence, concentration and emotional wellbeing.

Educational Psychologist, Dr Leanda Otto, shares her professional insight: “Exam stress is a normal response, but when it becomes overwhelming, it can affect a child's mood, confidence and performance.”

Here are a few ways parents can help:
1.⁠ ⁠Break studying into smaller, manageable tasks.🌱
2.⁠ ⁠⁠Create a calm, supportive study environment.📖
3.⁠ ⁠⁠Encourage regular breaks and healthy routines.⏰
4.⁠ ⁠⁠Prioritise sufficient sleep and rest.😴
5.⁠ ⁠⁠Remind your child that their worth is not determined by their marks.❤️

At Therapy & Wellness, we believe that emotional wellbeing and academic success go hand in hand.

📍 357 Roslyn Avenue, Waterkloof Glen, Pretoria
📧 [email protected]
📞 083 227 1004

*Parents, how do you help your child manage exam stress? Share YOUR tips in the comments!*

Different minds. Different strengths. Endless possibilities. Today, on World Dyslexia Day, we raise awareness about dysl...
08/10/2026

Different minds.
Different strengths.
Endless possibilities.

Today, on World Dyslexia Day, we raise awareness about dyslexia, a learning difference that affects reading, spelling and written language — not intelligence.

With early identification and the right support individuals with dyslexia can develop strategies to overcome challenges and build confidence.

Contact Us:
083 227 1004
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www.edpsychsa.co.za
357 Roslyn Avenue, Waterkloof Glen, Pretoria

Choosing subjects and planning for life after school can feel overwhelming, but your teenager doesn’t have to have it al...
06/10/2026

Choosing subjects and planning for life after school can feel overwhelming, but your teenager doesn’t have to have it all figured out yet.

Career guidance helps young people better understand their interests, strengths, personality and potential pathways, giving them the confidence to make informed decisions about their future.

📍 Therapy & Wellness | 357 Roslyn Avenue, Waterkloof Glen, Pretoria
📞 083 227 1004
✉️ [email protected]

After-school meltdowns aren’t always “bad behaviour.” Sometimes, they’re a sign that your child has simply reached their...
28/09/2026

After-school meltdowns aren’t always “bad behaviour.”

Sometimes, they’re a sign that your child has simply reached their limit after holding it together all day.

Contact Dr Leanda Otto and Associates (Educational Psychologists)
357 Roslyn Avenue, Waterkloof Glen, Pretoria
083 227 1004
[email protected]

Sometimes, a child’s struggles at school aren’t about effort — they simply just need the right kind of support. A psycho...
25/09/2026

Sometimes, a child’s struggles at school aren’t about effort — they simply just need the right kind of support.

A psycho-educational assessment helps us understand how your child learns, thinks and experiences their world, while identifying their strengths and areas where support may help.

Contact us to schedule a psycho-educational assessment for your child.

357 Roslyn Avenue, Waterkloof Glen, Pretoria.
083 227 1004
[email protected]

Executive functioning is your brain’s management system! From planning and organisation to focus, emotional regulation a...
21/09/2026

Executive functioning is your brain’s management system! From planning and organisation to focus, emotional regulation and time management, these skills help us navigate everyday life.

With the right support, executive functioning skills can be strengthened at any age.

ADHD is more than being distracted or “not trying hard enough.” It can affect focus, emotions, time management, memory, ...
14/09/2026

ADHD is more than being distracted or “not trying hard enough.”

It can affect focus, emotions, time management, memory, motivation, and everyday life in ways that aren’t always visible.

ADHD looks different for everyone and understanding makes a difference.

Contact the practice for more information:
083 227 1004
[email protected]

04/09/2026

Sometimes the thing that tips a child over can seem so small.

Shoes on.
Turn the screen off.
Time to leave.
A sibling says the wrong thing.

And we can find ourselves thinking, “Why has THAT caused such a big reaction?”

But that moment may only be the final drop.
They may have already been carrying sensory overload, tiredness, anxiety, demands, frustration, hunger or a need for connection. By the time we see the behaviour, their capacity may already be stretched to its limit.

Instead of focusing only on the final trigger, get curious about what has been filling their cup.
Because when we understand what led to the behaviour, we have a much better chance of knowing what they need from us.

And sometimes, the most helpful response isn't another consequence or another demand. It's helping to reduce the load.

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357 Roslyn Avenue, Waterkloof Glen, Pretoria East
Pretoria
0081

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Wednesday 09:00 - 15:00
Friday 09:00 - 13:00

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