Tshegofatso Pheladi

Ms Tshegofatso Pheladi Kgasago

Counseling Psychologist

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“I am a compassionate psychologist who aims at understanding clients through empathetic listening and a non -judgmental stance. I believe this enables an authentic therapeutic relationship which then helps clients explore parts of self and better understand themselves.”

About Me

I offer a compassionate space where you can feel genuinely heard. My aim is to build an authentic therapeutic relationship through empathetic listening and a non-judgmental stance. This enables us to explore parts of yourself, fostering deeper self-understanding. This approach is ideal if you seek a safe, collaborative environment to make sense of your experiences and foster growth.

Approach

By offering steady, attentive listening I guide you to notice patterns, try small experiments and build coping routines that fit your daily life. Sessions—available in Johannesburg or online in English, Sesotho sa Leboa or isiZulu—move at your pace, balancing reflective conversation with focused, evidence-informed checks and occasional assessments to clarify what’s keeping you stuck. Between meetings we set simple, doable steps to practise new responses. People facing transitions, relationship strain, persistent anxiety or loss often find this practical, collaborative rhythm helpful.
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Basic Information

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.

  • Consultation

    An initial meeting with a therapist to discuss concerns, ask questions, and determine whether they are the right fit.

  • Trauma Counseling

    Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.

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  • Psychotherapy

    In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.

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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Couples

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Life Transitions

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

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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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  • 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.

  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • PTSD

    Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a condition that develops after a traumatic event, causing flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness.

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  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

  • 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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Professional Title:

  • Counseling Psychologist

    A psychologist who helps people with everyday life challenges (relationships, work stress, adjustment) as well as mental health conditions.

Credentials

Registrations

Health Professions Council Of South Africa (HPCSA); Board of Health Funders (BHF)

Psychologist

Registration: PS0159182

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Qualifications

Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology

University of Johannesburg

Year: 2023

Service Areas

My practice

In-person & Online

Bryanston

Sandton, Gauteng 2191

South Africa

Bryanston, Sandton, South Africa