Melissa

Ms Melissa Bester

Counseling Psychologist

“A registered Counselling Psychologist who aims to facilitate the healing, growth, and resilience of all her clients.”

About Me

When life feels overwhelming, this Counseling Psychologist offers a supportive space to explore your experiences. She gently guides clients towards deeper self-understanding, helping them find their path to healing and personal growth. Sessions provide a collaborative environment where you can develop practical strategies to build lasting resilience. Her aim is to empower all clients to navigate challenges with renewed strength and confidence.

Approach

Healing moves forward through steady, practical sessions that balance gentle reflection with clear structure. I see clients in Roodepoort and online, in English or Afrikaans, and pace work to suit adolescents, parents and families as well as individuals. Sessions mix conversational listening, short between-session tasks and focused assessment feedback when clarity is needed, so patterns become visible and small experiments test change. Those looking for a collaborative, realistic path through difficult moments often find this approach helpful.
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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.

  • Child / Adolescent Therapy

    Therapy for children and teenagers using age-appropriate methods, such as play, art, or adapted talk therapy, to address emotional and behavioural difficulties.

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  • Consultation

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

  • Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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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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  • Learning Support

    Specialised assistance for children or adults with learning difficulties, building strategies to succeed in education and daily tasks.

  • Therapy

    Professional treatment for mental health concerns, providing a structured space for insight, emotional processing, and behavioural change.

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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Children
  • Families
  • Individuals
  • Organisations
  • Parents

Credentials

Registrations

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

Counseling Psychologist

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Qualifications

University of Johannesburg

Service Areas

Near Laerskool Roodekrans

In-person & Online

Johannesburg, Gauteng

South Africa

Roodepoort, South Africa