Janet

Janet Byrnes

Counseling Psychologist

“An experienced Psychologist who is able to assist with scholastic assessments, individual therapy, play therapy and couples counselling.”

About Me

As an experienced Psychologist, I provide a warm, practical space for individuals, couples, and families. I help children express feelings through play, guiding them towards understanding. For couples, I support clearer communication and stronger connections. I also offer scholastic assessments to clarify learning needs. Clients gain practical insights and understanding, helping them find grounded steps towards well-being.

Approach

Helping with assessments, individual work, play-based sessions and couples counselling, I centre each meeting on practical, achievable steps so change feels tangible. In Gqeberha and online, in English, I keep sessions structured yet flexible — predictable routines, clear goals and time to reflect between meetings. With children I invite symbolic play to reveal concerns gently; with adults and couples I use focused exercises and careful feedback, and assessment findings are shared in plain language. This approach suits people looking for collaborative, down-to-earth progress.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

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

  • 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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  • Psychology

    The scientific study and clinical practice of understanding the mind, emotions, and behaviour, applied to promote healthier functioning.

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Works With:

  • All ages

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

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

  • 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.

Professional Title:

  • Counseling Psychologist

    A psychologist who helps people with everyday life challenges (relationships, work stress, adjustment) as well as mental health conditions.

Credentials

Registrations

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

Counseling Psychologist

Qualifications

University of Fort Hare

Service Areas

Janet Byrnes

In-person & Online

Linkside

Gqeberha, Eastern Cape

South Africa

Linkside, Gqeberha, South Africa