Cara

Ms Cara Blackie

Educational Psychologist

“An experienced therapist working with young children and adolescents. Focusing predominant on assessments and therapy.”

About Me

Cara Blackie is an experienced educational psychologist dedicated to supporting young children and adolescents. She carefully assesses each young person's unique needs, collaborating with families to build effective therapy plans. This clear, tailored approach helps children and teens navigate their challenges, fostering confidence and well-being. Parents seeking clear understanding and practical strategies for their child's development will find her a skilled and compassionate guide.

Approach

With young people I translate assessment findings into clear, manageable steps that feel practical for home, school and everyday life. Sessions in my Sandton clinic (conducted in English) move at a steady, collaborative pace: we review observations, try short, structured tasks together, and set small between-session goals so progress is visible. I work closely with caregivers and teachers to keep strategies consistent across settings. This approach suits families seeking straightforward explanations and hands-on, sustainable support.
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Basic Information

Services

Services Offered:

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    Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

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    Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.

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    Child / Adolescent Therapy

    Therapy for children and teenagers using age-appropriate methods, such as play, art, or adapted talk therapy, to address emotional and behavioural difficulties.

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Works With:

  • •Adolescents
  • •Children

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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    Adolescent Therapy

    Therapy designed for teenagers, using age-appropriate methods to address issues like anxiety, identity, peer pressure, and family conflict.

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    Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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    ADHD / Attention

    A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.

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    Behaviour or Conduct Issues

    Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.

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    Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.

Professional Title:

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    Educational Psychologist

    A psychologist specialising in learning, development, and educational needs of children, adolescents, and young adults.

Qualifications

University of the Witwatersrand

Registrations

Health Professions Council Of South Africa (HPCSA); Board of Health Funders (BHF)

Educational Psychologist

Service Area

Baby and Child Wellness Centre

In-person

Bryanston

Johannesburg, Gauteng

South Africa