Dr Nishola Rawatlal
To be confirmed
Lynne Richards
To be confirmed
Given Leshabane
I Completed B(Psych) internship at an organization that exposed me to various psychosocial issues; and I developed interest in working with bereavement and trauma cases. I later joined a clinical research organization in Soweto where I was involved and enjoyed performing educational assessments, mental health disorder screenings( adults and youths); and psycho- education interventions for the youths, for just over 10 years. I have started an independent practice 11 months ago.
Thembisile Dlamini
Thembisile Dlamini (she/her) is a Clinical Psychologist who completed her internship at Weskoppies Psychiatric Hospital and is about to begin her Community Service year. She graduated cum laude with a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from UNISA, where she also obtained her BA in Social Science and BA Honours in Psychology.
After a 14-year career in finance, Thembisile transitioned to psychology, driven by her passion for mental health and meaningful social impact. A proud alumna of the Young African Leadership Initiative (YALI), she earned a Certificate in Public Management in 2017, strengthening her leadership foundation.
She blends these leadership skills with a culturally sensitive, affirmative therapeutic approach, committed to addressing systemic barriers to care. Her advocacy focuses on LGBTQIA+ individuals, women, and children from disadvantaged backgrounds, with a strong emphasis on creating safe, equitable spaces for healing and resilience.
Thembisile serves on the Executive Committee of PsySSA’s Sexuality and Gender Division (SGD) and is part of the PsySSA SGD African LGBTQIA+ Human Rights Project.
Chante Odendaal
Chante Odendaal is a student clinical psychologist with a keen interest in health psychology. She is a motivated and curious individual who embraces lifelong learning with enthusiasm. Chante has a particular interest in the intersection of physical and mental health. She is especially drawn to topics such as reproductive health and cancer research, with an emphasis on understanding how these areas influence psychological functioning and overall quality of life. Her curiosity extends beyond clinical practice to encompass broader health-related research. She believes that understanding these connections offers valuable insights into how people experience and cope with health challenges. This interest contributes to her understanding of health and well-being and motivates her to learn more about the complex factors influencing mental health.