by Web Admin | Dec 2, 2024
Obtained B.A(Applied Psychology) and Honors (Psychology) at Unisa, qualified to be a Registered Counsellor in Nov 2011. Passionate about working with kids and youth. Working with less fortunate and mostly previously disadvantaged; has developed me more as a person and encouraged me to practice my profession. Worked in NGO’ for almost 12 years. I have an experience in support group facilitating, trauma counselling and educational assessments.
Worked extensively in research clinic where I was involved in numerous studies focusing on psychometric testing (kids & youth); screening of mental health disorders for both youth and adults; offering psychoeducation and counselling.
Have recently started an independent practice, with interest in trauma and bereavement counselling; and focusing also on educational assessments and career guidance.
by Web Admin | Dec 2, 2024
Chantel Retter is an enthusiastic Registered Counsellor with a profound passion for Family Counselling. With a background of three years at a High School followed by establishing her private practice in Milnerton, Chantel has recently relocated her practice to Edgemead. As an alumna of Cornerstone, she commenced her journey as an adjunct lecturer and supervisor in 2020, progressing to become one of the esteemed part-time staff members.
Chantel’s expertise spans School Readiness Assessments, Career Assessments, and Family Counselling, making her an eager and dynamic Psychometric lecturer. Her commitment lies not only in imparting knowledge about various measures and assessments but also in ensuring their ethical execution, providing recommendations, and facilitating possible referrals to enhance the well-being of each client or child being assessed.
With six years of counselling experience, Chantel has refined her skills in face-to-face, virtual, and group settings. Her extensive caseload serves as a rich source of examples to enrich her teaching across various counselling modules in psychology.
Chantel firmly believes in the reciprocal nature of learning, acknowledging that she gains as much from her students as they do from her. This perspective fuels her excitement as she enters her classes, viewing them as opportunities for mutual growth.
Recognizing the pressing need for Registered Counsellors in our communities, Chantel feels truly privileged to play a role in guiding and nurturing the next generation of psychology counsellors.
by PsySSA-Admin | Nov 15, 2023
Pakeezah Rajab is a HPCSA-registered Research Psychologist and Psychometrist, employed as the Senior Researcher at JVR Psychometrics. Her PhD topic (University of Pretoria) was non-intellectual factors that influence mathematics performance in South Africa. She has experience applying psychometric results to a variety of contexts, including schools, private practice, higher education, and corporate environments. Pakeezah has worked on numerous projects that developed, validated and/or standardised assessments for use by the South African population – including aptitude, personality, values, career guidance and emotional intelligence. Her research interests include cognitive functioning, student performance and assessment development.
by PsySSA-Web Support | Nov 15, 2023
Shaazia is a registered psychometrist with extensive experience and knowledge in the assessment-related field. She is actively involved in various community volunteer projects. She is currently in the process of creating a project for pro-bono career assessments for those who are from disadvantaged backgrounds. Shaazia is passionate about sharing her knowledge and helping others and has been a mentor for the PsySSA Student Division National Mentorship Programme for several years. Her love for animals and helping people is leading her to attain her Master’s qualification to work within the Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy field.
by PsySSA-Web Support | Nov 15, 2023
Rekha’s contribution to the RCP division is marked by her multifaceted background and unwavering dedication to the field of psychology. She brings a unique perspective to the division with a wealth of experience in diverse community roles. Her primary area of expertise centers on human migration, with a particular emphasis on investigating the profound effects of migration on both individuals and the broader familial context. Her research and practical experience in this domain provides a valuable and insightful dimension to the division’s collective knowledge base, making her a significant asset to the interdisciplinary field of psychology.