Danielle

Miss Danielle Douglas

Educational Psychologist

“A caring approach to children/adolescents who learn and/or experience the world differently Affordable and approachable”

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About Me

This Educational Psychologist offers a truly caring approach. They guide children and adolescents navigating learning differences or unique ways of experiencing the world. Sessions are designed to understand each child's individual needs with warmth and patience. Families will find the service both affordable and approachable, ensuring support is accessible. This creates a safe, understanding space for young people to thrive and make sense of their world.

Approach

Guided by kindness and practical support, I move with each young person at a comfortable pace, noticing what helps them feel seen and capable. I run sessions from Cape Town and online, keeping scheduling flexible and fees manageable so families can engage without extra stress. Assessments and gentle feedback shape simple strategies we try together, with short steps to practice between meetings and regular check-ins to track progress. This way of working tends to suit caregivers and young people seeking steady, hands-on support.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

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Services

Services Offered:

  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

  • Consultation

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

  • Medico-Legal

    The intersection of psychology and law, involving psychological assessments and expert reports for legal proceedings such as personal injury, custody, or disability claims.

  • Support Groups

    Facilitated groups of people with shared experiences who meet regularly to listen, share, and support one another.

Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Children
  • Families

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Adoption

    The process of legally becoming a parent to a child who is not biologically yours, which can raise complex emotions around identity, attachment, and belonging for all involved.

  • Autism (ASD)

    A neurodevelopmental condition affecting social communication, sensory processing, and behaviour patterns, with a wide range of presentations and strengths.

  • Grief & Loss

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

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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.

  • Learning or Development Difficulties

    Conditions that affect a person's ability to acquire, process, or apply information, such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, or intellectual disability, impacting education and daily life.

Professional Title:

  • Educational Psychologist

    A psychologist specialising in learning, development, and educational needs of children, adolescents, and young adults.

Credentials

Registrations

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

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Qualifications

University of the Witwatersrand

Service Areas

Danielle Douglas' Psychology Practice

In-person & Online

Cape Town, Western Cape

South Africa

Cape Town, South Africa