Mrs Phumelele Letlala (nee Mkhize), MEd

Educational Psychologist

“Dynamic psychologist interested in working with children with Intellectual disabilities and learning barriers. I am interested in parenting and helping parents have a better relationship with thier children.”

About Me

I support children navigating intellectual disabilities and learning barriers, helping them discover their unique strengths. I also guide parents to build stronger, more harmonious relationships with their children. We can explore practical strategies together, making sense of challenges and finding ways forward. My collaborative approach creates a supportive space for families seeking understanding and positive change. I value supporting both your child's development and your family bond.

Approach

Working with children who learn differently, I translate assessment findings into clear, everyday steps so parents and teachers can try them right away. Sessions—in Roodepoort or online, in English, seTswana or isiZulu—are conversational but focused, paced to a child’s attention and the family’s rhythms. I use short activities, practical coaching and written recommendations that inform school placement and concessions discussions, with regular check-ins to see what’s actually changing. Families seeking hands-on, realistic support to strengthen daily routines and relationships often find this approach helpful.

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Basic Information

Roodepoort, South Africa

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

Intellectual Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal testing to evaluate intellectual ability and cognitive functioning, often used for educational planning or diagnosis.
Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.
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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Works With:

Children
Groups
Individuals
Organisations
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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Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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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.
Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
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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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