Samantha

Miss Samantha Leader

Licensed Educational Psychologist

“Registered Educational Psychologist assisting children, adolescents and parents.”

About Me

I guide children, adolescents, and parents through educational and developmental challenges. When school feels overwhelming, or learning becomes a struggle, I help young people find their stride. We work together to understand unique learning styles and build confidence. My approach offers practical strategies for academic and emotional well-being. This tailored support helps families find clear paths forward, especially when navigating educational journeys.

Approach

Guiding young people and their caregivers through learning and development, I translate assessment insights into clear, bite-sized steps that fit home and school routines. In Johannesburg and online in English, sessions move at a practical pace: short activities, conversational reflection and communication plans co‑created with parents. Between meetings I offer small practice tasks and visual tools so progress is visible and confidence builds. This way of working tends to help families who want hands-on, realistic strategies.
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Basic Information

Services

Services Offered:

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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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    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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    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

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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    Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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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.

    Learn more about Adolescent Therapy
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    Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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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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    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.

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    Parenting Support

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

Professional Title:

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    Licensed Educational Psychologist

    A psychologist licensed to assess and support learning, developmental, and educational needs.

Qualifications

University of the Witwatersrand

Registrations

Health Professions Council of Namibia

Educational Psychologist

Service Area

The Standard Medical Rooms

In-person & Online

Blairgowrie

Johannesburg, Gauteng

South Africa