Mr JG Du Plessis, MA

Licensed Psychologist

verified by TherapyRoute

“I am a Psychologist and Family Practitioner with a special interest in psychotherapy and holistic client support across the lifespan. My areas of focus include neurodevelopmental and emotional functioning, particularly in the assessment and support of conditions such as ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), depression, and anxiety. I also offer comprehensive psycho-educational assessments to identify barriers to learning and to support appropriate assessment accommodations. In addition, I provide subject choice and career guidance to assist learners in making informed and meaningful academic and career decisions. My work extends to family law matters, where I offer professional input in areas relating to child development, family dynamics, and the best interests of the child.”

About Me

I am a licensed psychologist and registered counsellor based in Paarl and Worcester in the Western Cape, South Africa. I work with individuals, families, and children, offering psychotherapy, assessment, and support across a range of emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs. My areas of focus include neurodevelopmental disorders and career guidance, as well as psycho-legal and child protection evaluations, mediation, and online therapy. I place a strong emphasis on providing clear, practical guidance. My reports are structured and accessible for courts, schools, and agencies, while my therapeutic work focuses on equipping clients with realistic tools to manage symptoms and work towards meaningful personal goals. I have a special interest in helping people live to their full potential. I believe that each person is unique, with their own story, strengths, and challenges. In my work, I aim to meet clients where they are, offering a space where they feel heard and understood, while also encouraging accountability, growth, and forward movement. Outside of my professional role, I enjoy playing guitar, spending time in nature, and being with my family, which helps me stay grounded and balanced in my work.

Approach

My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and integrative. I draw from evidence-based practices tailored to each client’s unique needs, combining insight-oriented work with practical tools for everyday life. I aim to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, make sense of their experiences, and move toward meaningful change. I value authenticity, compassion, and empowering each individual to become an active participant in their healing journey.

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Basic Information

Paarl, South Africa

Services

I provide psychological services to children, adolescents, adults, and families, including psychotherapy, psycho-educational assessments, and career guidance. My assessment work focuses on identifying neurodevelopmental profiles and barriers to learning, as well as supporting appropriate assessment accommodations. I also conduct psycho-legal evaluations within a family law context, including care and contact assessments, and offer professional input where the best interests of the child are central. In addition, I provide mediation and online therapy services to ensure accessible and flexible support. My therapeutic approach is compassionate, structured, and evidence-based, while remaining tailored to each client’s unique context, needs, and goals. I aim to create a space where clients feel understood and supported, while also encouraging personal responsibility, growth, and meaningful change.

Services Offered:

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Psycho-Legal
Psychological assessment and expert reporting for court proceedings, legal disputes, or regulatory matters.
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Intellectual Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal testing to evaluate intellectual ability and cognitive functioning, often used for educational planning or diagnosis.
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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 Protection
Services focused on safeguarding children from abuse, neglect, or harm, including assessment, intervention, and family support.
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Mediation
A structured process in which a neutral third party helps people in conflict reach a mutually acceptable agreement.
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Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Psychotherapy
In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.
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Family Therapy
A form of therapy that works with family members together to improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen relationships within the family system.
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Works With:

•Adolescents
•Adults
•Couples
•Families
•Individuals
•Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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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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Mood Disorder
A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.
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Divorce Counseling
Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.
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Psycho-Legal
Psychological assessment and expert reporting for court proceedings, legal disputes, or regulatory matters.
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Personal Development
The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.
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Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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Autism (ASD)
A neurodevelopmental condition affecting social communication, sensory processing, and behaviour patterns, with a wide range of presentations and strengths.
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Child Psychological & Diagnostic Assessment
A formal evaluation of a child's cognitive, emotional, or developmental functioning using standardised tests to identify conditions like ADHD, autism, or learning difficulties.
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Family Issues
Difficulties within the family system, including conflict, communication breakdown, blended family tensions, or intergenerational patterns, that affect individual and collective well-being.

Professional Title:

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Licensed Psychologist
A psychologist licensed to independently assess, diagnose, and treat psychological conditions.

Qualifications

Master of Arts in Educational Psychology

Masters

Stellenbosch University

Year: 2024

BPsych Counselling

Cornerstone Institute

Year: 2018

BPsych Psychometry

Stellenbosch University

Year: 2016

Bachelor of Arts with Honours

Bachelor

UNISA

Year: 2014

Postgraduate Certificate in Education

Stellenbosch University

Year: 2011

Registrations

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

Psychologist

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

Registered Counsellor

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

Registered Independent Psychometrist

Service Areas

JDP Practice

In-person & Online

Street

Paarl, Western Cape 7624

South Africa

JDP Practice

In-person & Online

Drakenstein, Western Cape

South Africa