Riette du Preez – Clinical Psychologist – Parktown

Riette du Preez – Clinical Psychologist – Parktown

Dr Riette du Preez is a Clinical Psychologist at MemoryCare Parktown, where she has practised since 2013. She holds a BSc in Psychology & Physiology (Cum Laude) and a BSc Honours in Psychology (Cum Laude) from North-West University, as well as an MA in Clinical Psychology from UNISA. During her postgraduate training, she specialised in cognitive assessment, family therapy, and interpersonal psychotherapy. Moreover, she earned a certification in Occupationally Directed Education, Training & Development, which informs her design of psychoeducational programmes.

Throughout her career, Dr du Preez co-developed MemoryCare Parktown’s memory rehabilitation workshops, blending cognitive-stimulation exercises with systemic techniques. She also led the introduction of advanced digital cognitive testing platforms, ensuring precise tracking of memory, attention, and executive-function changes. Additionally, she mentors junior clinicians through case presentations and skills-building seminars. Consequently, her leadership ensures both high clinical standards and continuous innovation within the clinic’s multidisciplinary team.

Furthermore, Dr du Preez’s research explores early intervention in cognitive decline and the influence of family dynamics on recovery. She presents her findings at local professional symposia and contributes to ongoing quality-improvement initiatives. Ultimately, her goal remains to empower patients and families through compassionate, evidence-based care.

Services

• Comprehensive Psychological Assessment
  She performs structured clinical interviews, collateral history reviews, and validated rating scales to create accurate diagnostic profiles.

• Individual Psychotherapy
  She offers Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Interpersonal Psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorders.

• Family & Systemic Therapy
  She applies systemic theory in family sessions to improve communication and strengthen support networks.

• Memory Rehabilitation Workshops
  She leads weekly group sessions combining targeted cognitive exercises, lifestyle strategies, and mutual support to boost brain resilience.

• Psychoeducational Programmes
  She designs tailored education sessions for patients and caregivers, focusing on stress management and emotional regulation.

• Clinical Supervision & Training
  She mentors junior psychologists and interns through workshops on assessment methods, therapeutic techniques, and ethical practice.

Additional Information

MemoryCare Parktown features dedicated assessment rooms and family interview spaces, which provide a confidential and comfortable environment. Furthermore, the clinic incorporates a neurodiagnostic suite and private workstations equipped with digital cognitive testing tools. Therefore, patients experience both rigorous evaluation and supportive care under one roof.

The practice employs a secure online portal for streamlined appointment booking, test-result sharing, and telepsychology consultations. Consequently, families can coordinate follow-up visits and remote sessions with ease. Moreover, regular case review meetings ensure that each treatment plan adapts to evolving patient needs and emerging research.

In addition to clinical work, Dr du Preez leads community outreach workshops on healthy ageing, early detection strategies, and caregiver resilience across Johannesburg. She invites prospective patients and their families to schedule a consultation or attend an upcoming workshop at MemoryCare Parktown. By taking this step, individuals and carers begin a personalised journey toward lasting cognitive wellness and emotional well-being.