Lelani

Mrs Lelani Cloete

Educational Psychologist

“I am passionate about learning and development. I see myself as a networker, facilitating growth in others through therapeutic relationships to provide essential support. My goal is to support individuals to overcome obstacles and leverage their strengths to optimise their potential.”

About Me

I am passionate about supporting your learning and development journey. My goal is to help you overcome obstacles and leverage your unique strengths. In our therapeutic relationship, I provide essential support, working collaboratively to identify tailored strategies. This approach is ideal for anyone seeking to optimise their potential, whether navigating academic challenges or personal growth. We will build practical skills together, fostering confidence and lasting change.

Approach

I focus on connecting people with practical pathways for growth, turning insights into small, manageable steps you can use at home, school or work. In Stellenbosch I offer appointments in English and Afrikaans and also work online, so sessions fit around your life and the rhythms of adolescents and adults. Sessions are assessment-informed and collaborative: we track progress, try out strategies between meetings, and adjust as we go so you feel noticed and equipped. This approach suits those who want clear, applied support to move forward.
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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.

  • Assessment

    A structured evaluation of mental health, cognitive functioning, or emotional well-being used to guide diagnosis and treatment planning.

  • 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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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Psychoeducation

    Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.

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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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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • 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.

  • Career Planning

    The process of exploring professional options, clarifying goals, and making decisions about one's career path and direction.

Professional Title:

  • Educational Psychologist

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

Credentials

Registrations

Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)

Educational Psychologist

Registration: PS0155543

Qualifications

Master's degree in Educational Psychology

Stellenbosch University

Year: 2022

Service Areas

Lelani Cloete

In-person & Online

Stellenbosch Central

Stellenbosch, Western Cape

South Africa

Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch, South Africa