Isla

Mrs Isla Pearman

Educational Psychologist

“I am an Educational Psychologist whose aim to to empower my clients and help them to achieve their full potential by providing them with a supportive, safe, collaborative and non-judgemental space.”

About Me

As an Educational Psychologist, I create a supportive and safe space where you can feel truly heard. My aim is to empower you to understand your unique strengths and challenges. We'll work collaboratively, without judgment, to help you unlock your full potential. This approach suits those navigating learning or developmental hurdles, seeking clear strategies and lasting confidence.

Approach

You’ll notice sessions move at a measured, practical pace, gently balancing focused assessment with time to reflect and try things out. I work with children, adolescents, families and adults in Johannesburg and online in English, keeping communication clear and punctual between meetings when helpful. Through short assessments, play-based tasks and solution-focused discussion we build tailored strategies, track progress and adjust steps as learning or developmental needs change. This way of working tends to suit those wanting clear, steady progress and practical tools.
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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 / 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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    Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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    Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

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    Play Therapy

    A therapy for children that uses play as a natural form of communication, allowing them to express feelings and process difficult experiences.

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Works With:

  • •Adolescents
  • •Adults
  • •Children
  • •Families
  • •Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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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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    Learning or Development Difficulties

    Conditions that affect a person's ability to acquire, process, or apply information, such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, or intellectual disability, impacting education and daily life.

Professional Title:

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    Educational Psychologist

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

Qualifications

WITS University

Registrations

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

Psychologist

Service Area

Isla Pearman

In-person & Online

Greenside

Johannesburg, Gauteng

South Africa