Dr Hetta van Niekerk Psychologist George

Dr Hetta van Niekerk – Psychologist, George

About Dr Hetta van Niekerk

Dr Hetta van Niekerk is a highly experienced Educational Psychologist with over 33 years of practice in George, Western Cape. She offers a comprehensive, holistic approach to psychological care, focusing on children and families. Hetta works as part of multi-disciplinary teams to ensure clients receive well-rounded support. Her practice is fully bilingual, providing services in both English and Afrikaans.

Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF), Hetta upholds high professional standards. She is also a member of several respected organisations, including SAPSAC, APSAC, and EMDR South Africa.

Hetta’s focus areas include attachment work, cognitive development, and sexuality education. She is particularly passionate about advocating for individuals whose voices are often not heard, such as children and those with developmental disabilities.

Services Offered

Developmental Trauma Intervention (EMDR)

Dr van Niekerk offers Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, a powerful technique for trauma recovery. This method helps individuals process traumatic memories, offering relief from developmental trauma and emotional distress.

Play Therapy (Child-Centered)

Play Therapy is central to Hetta’s practice, particularly for young children. Through this approach, children express themselves and address emotions or trauma in a comfortable and safe setting. Hetta uses play as a tool for emotional healing, which is vital for children’s psychological growth.

Individual and Family Therapy

Hetta provides both individual and family therapy, using tailored techniques to address a range of psychological issues. Whether dealing with personal struggles or family dynamics, Hetta focuses on helping clients overcome challenges and improve their mental well-being.

Parental Guidance

Hetta’s parental guidance sessions aim to empower parents with the skills they need to support their children’s emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs. She provides guidance on parenting strategies that are effective and nurturing.

Scholastic Evaluations

Dr van Niekerk conducts detailed scholastic evaluations, identifying learning difficulties, emotional struggles, or developmental concerns affecting children’s academic progress. These evaluations allow for the development of tailored educational support plans, ensuring children can succeed academically.

Emotional Evaluations

Hetta also offers emotional evaluations to assess a child’s or adult’s emotional well-being. These evaluations help uncover underlying psychological issues, which then inform the treatment plan to improve emotional health.

Presentations & Workshops

As an expert in her field, Hetta offers workshops and presentations on topics such as child development, trauma recovery, and emotional well-being. These sessions are suitable for both professionals and the general public who seek to deepen their understanding of psychological health.

Supervision for Professionals

Dr van Niekerk also offers supervision services for professionals in the field of psychology. This ensures that they receive expert guidance to enhance their skills and provide high-quality care to their clients.

Additional Information

Throughout her career, Dr van Niekerk has remained committed to professional growth. She has contributed to UNICEF research on early identification and intervention for children with developmental delays and disabilities. This research led to the publication of training manuals, which are available on her website.

Dr Hetta is continuously advancing her knowledge by attending courses and workshops that align with her professional interests. Her dedication to learning ensures that she stays at the forefront of her field, providing the best possible care for her clients.