Mrs Lorryn Herbst, MA

Clinical Psychologist

“A child focused practice specialising in assessment and play therapy.”

About Me

As a Clinical Psychologist, I offer a child-focused practice where young people can explore their world and feelings. Through play therapy, children find a safe, natural way to express what's on their minds. My assessments provide clear insights into their unique needs. This approach helps children navigate challenges, develop coping skills, and grow in confidence. My aim is to support children and their families in finding positive ways forward.

Approach

Sessions move at a child's pace, using play, observation and gentle questions to map feelings and behaviour and build trust. In Gqeberha I meet families in English in a calm, child-friendly room where caregivers join when helpful and practical strategies are discussed. I use focused observation alongside structured activities to clarify patterns behind conduct concerns, then provide clear feedback and realistic steps to try between sessions. This approach tends to suit children and caregivers looking for understandable findings and steady, hands-on support.

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Basic Information

Gqeberha, South Africa

In-person

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.
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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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
Children
Parents
Under Fives

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:

Clinical Psychologist
An advanced mental health professional trained to assess and treat a wide range of difficulties, from anxiety and depression to trauma and complex conditions.