Melissa Ferreira Educational Psychologist Claremont

Melissa Ferreira Educational Psychologist Claremont

Melissa Ferreira Educational Psychologist Claremont offers professional support with over 12 years of private practice experience in educational psychology.

About Melissa Ferreira Educational Psychologist Claremont

Melissa Ferreira is a registered Educational Psychologist. She has worked in private practice for 12 years. She studied at Stellenbosch University. She completed a B.Ed. Psych Honours. She also earned a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). In addition, she completed a BA in Social Dynamics. Her degree focused on Psychology and Sociology.

Professional Experience and Background

Melissa has strong and varied experience. She worked as a high school educator. She also worked as a school counsellor. In addition, she worked as a Psychometrist at a respected semi-private girls’ high school in Cape Town. Furthermore, she worked as a Life Line Counsellor in Cape Town. These roles helped her build practical skills and deep understanding.

She then continued her studies. She completed a Masters programme in applied psychology at the University of the Free State. This programme combined educational, clinical, and counselling training. As a result, she gained broad knowledge and hands-on experience.

Training and Specialised Skills in Melissa Ferreira Educational Psychologist Claremont

Melissa completed her internship in different settings. She worked in mainstream schools. She also worked in special needs schools. In addition, she gained experience at a drug rehabilitation centre. She also worked at the UFS Student Counselling and Development Centre. These placements helped her understand different challenges and needs.

Her Masters research focused on adolescents. She explored how they form relationships on MXit. This platform is a type of computer-based communication. Therefore, she developed insight into teen behaviour and communication.

Melissa is also a certified Animal Assisted Therapist. She completed a Diploma in Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT). She studied through the Centre of Excellence in the UK. She achieved an impressive 99% average in 2022.

Services Offered by Melissa Ferreira Educational Psychologist Claremont

Melissa offers a range of services. She provides individual therapy. She also offers adolescent counselling. In addition, she works in child psychology. She specialises in educational psychology. Furthermore, she provides animal assisted therapy.

These services help children, teens, and individuals. She focuses on emotional, behavioural, and learning support. Therefore, she creates a safe and supportive space for growth.

Additional Information

Melissa Ferreira currently consults at Dr. Mark Tunbridge & Associates. The practice is based in Claremont, Cape Town. This location offers easy access for clients in the area.