Lesley

Ms Lesley King

Educational Psychologist

“I am an Educational Psychologist offering assessments, therapy, preventative programs, parent guidance and talks/workshops for parents, children and teachers.”

About Me

As an Educational Psychologist, I support children, parents, and teachers navigating their unique learning and developmental journeys. I offer tailored assessments and therapy, alongside preventative programs designed to build confidence in educational settings. My practical parent guidance helps families understand and respond to specific challenges. I also provide talks and workshops, fostering positive environments where every child can truly thrive.

Approach

Working alongside caregivers, teachers and young people, I focus on practical, step-by-step change that fits each child's school day and family rhythm. In sessions—in English, in Johannesburg or online—we set clear, achievable goals, use brief assessments to spotlight learning or attention patterns, and practise targeted strategies together so new skills generalise between home and classroom. I share straightforward explanations and short tasks to try between meetings, with regular check-ins to adjust the plan. This approach suits families seeking hands-on, results-focused support.
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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.

  • 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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  • 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:

  • All ages
  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Children
  • Families
  • Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • 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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  • Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

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

  • 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.

  • Parenting Support

    Guidance for the psychological challenges of raising children, including discipline, communication, co-parenting, and managing the emotional demands of parenthood.

  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

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); Board of Health Funders (BHF)

Educational Psychologist

Qualifications

University of Pretoria

Service Areas

Child's Play Therapy Centre

In-person & Online

Beverley

Johannesburg, Gauteng

South Africa