PsySSA Registered Counsellors and Psychometrists (RCP’s) Meet and Greet – Cape Town
RCP Meet and Greet – Cape Town
We are delighted to announce the first in-person meet-and-greet of 2024 for PsySSA Registered Counsellors and Psychometrists (RCPs), open to both members and non-members. Join us in Cape Town on 6 December 2024 for a day of connection, learning, and professional growth.
Event highlights include:
Expert Insights: Gain valuable perspectives from a distinguished panel of experts sharing their knowledge across various domains of Registered Counselling and Psychometry practice.
Networking Opportunities: Engage with peers, exchange ideas, and build meaningful connections to enhance your professional community.
Skills Development: Learn practical strategies and insights for navigating careers in both public and private sectors, with an emphasis on innovation and professional excellence. This is an unmissable opportunity to enrich your understanding of the field, celebrate shared goals, and contribute to the growing network of RCP professionals. We look forward to welcoming you to this dynamic and inspiring event!
Cost: Free for members, R70 for non-members and students
RSVP Link: https://forms.gle/RJk3vHuMy9Sy27Up6
Kindly RSVP by 29 November 2024
Guest Speakers
Dr Serahni Symington is an experienced registered counsellor, educator, and senior lecturer with a PhD in psychology. With over a decade in academia, Dr Symington has not only taught but also coordinated practicum programs, helping students bridge theory with practice in real-world settings. Her research explores innovative methods in counselling, such as using video games to foster connection with young clients, and she’s passionate about making psychological insights accessible to families. Based in Durbanville, Dr Symington is deeply committed to supporting the healthy development of children and adolescents through conscious parenting, family counselling, and educational initiatives, whilst remaining steadfast in academia.
Sharon registered as a Counselling Psychologist in 2006 after completing her master’s degree (cum laude) at the University of Stellenbosch. Her internship provided extensive experience in both clinical and counselling settings through work with an NGO in Paarl and a psychiatric division at a local day hospital. While establishing her private practice, she offered school-based counselling services and collaborated with social workers in the winelands area. At FAMSA, Sharon specialized in family matters, qualifying as a FAMAC mediator and focusing on parenting plans and advocating for children during family transitions.
Currently, Sharon is a faculty member at Cornerstone Institute, where she lectures in Family Psychology and Psychometric Assessments. She actively supervises postgraduate psychology students, Registered Counsellors, and fellow psychologists. Her role in teaching, supervision, and private practice allows her to contribute to the growth of Registered Counsellors (RCs) and advance psychological services with over 15 years of experience.
