Lelani Cloete
Opvoedkundige Sielkundige
Educational Psychologist
About me
“The meeting of two personalities is like the contact of two chemical substances: if there is any reaction, both are transformed.”
― Carl Gustav Jung
Welcome to my psychology practice, in the heart of Stellenbosch. My holistic approach is tailored to embrace each facet of an individual – emotional health, cognitive function and educational challenges – ensuring a focus on the full spectrum of one's well-being. Recognizing the distinctiveness of each person's journey and traits, my objective is to formulate customised strategies that ignite transformation.
Maintaining high standards in assessment, I utilise the latest and most precise tools and advancements in technology. This commitment is pivotal to ensure that every intervention is not just meaningful but also has a positive, lasting impact.
Offering services fluently in both Afrikaans, my mother tongue, and English, I welcome a diverse range of clients: from youngsters to those young at heart, including primary school children, teenagers, students and emerging professionals. With a flexible application of various therapeutic methodologies, I am dedicated to assisting my clients in unlocking their inherent capabilities and achieving personal growth.
The services I provide include:
-Individual therapy, utilising techniques tailored to the specific referral reason, such as Dialogue, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Narrative methods.
Assessments: Psycho-educational evaluations, Subject Choice guidance, Career Advice, as well as ADHD and Learning Disability assessments.
Services offered
Dienste beskikbaar
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Individual Therapy/Individuele Terapie
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Academic Optimisation for school learners or students / Akademiese Optimering vir skool leerders / studente
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Subject Choice Assessments / Vakkeuse assessering
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Career Guidance Assessments / Beroepsvoorligtingassessering
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Psycho-educational Assessment or concession/accommodation assessment for Grade 1 to 12 and students (IEB / CAPS / Impaq) / Psigo-opvoedkundige Assessering of konsessie/assesseringakkommodasie assessering vir Graad 1 tot 12 en studente (IEB/CAPS/Impaq)
I am Lelani Cloete, a registered Educational Psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). I run a private practice based at 23 Herold Street, Stellenbosch, and also have an office located on the school premises of Paul Roos Gymnasium.
Although Afrikaans is my home language, I offer all services in both Afrikaans and English.
More about Lelani
My professional journey has allowed me to work extensively with students. I completed my internship at the Centre for Student Counselling and Development (CSCD) at Stellenbosch University, where I developed a deep appreciation for the unique challenges and transitions students face. This life phase often provides an opportunity for reflection, reframing of past experiences, and the exploration of alternative coping strategies. Many students experience heightened anxiety or low mood as they try to meet the demands of academic life, while simultaneously navigating a critical period of identity formation and independence.
I also have extensive experience in the school context, having served as both teacher and counsellor at Paul Roos Gymnasium for thirteen years. For six of those years, I held the position of Head of Learner Support. This experience provided me with invaluable insight into the needs of learners within the school system, as well as the dynamics of educational institutions.
I am deeply inspired by the words of Maya Angelou: “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” This philosophy underpins my approach as a psychologist—prioritising compassionate care that affirms, empowers, and supports my clients.
Understanding the profound impact of emotions on well-being, I am committed to creating a safe, non-judgemental therapeutic space where individuals feel heard and understood. I am passionate about personal growth and development, and I see myself as a facilitator of change—helping individuals harness their strengths and overcome challenges through collaborative, supportive relationships.
I believe in the power of partnership and creative problem-solving. My work is guided by the principle that collaborative thinking leads to the most effective interventions—whether for individuals, families, or broader systems. Each person’s journey is unique, and I am dedicated to tailoring my approach to meet their specific needs.
My areas of expertise include individual therapy, psycho-educational assessments, accommodations and concessions for learning difficulties, subject choice assessments, and career counselling. These services enable me to support individuals holistically, with a clear understanding of their developmental stage, cognitive profile, and potential for growth.
Being a mother to two children has deepened my empathy and enriched my understanding of the parenting journey. They continue to teach me compassion, patience, and the power of connection.