Emily van der Westhuizen – Registered Psychometrist – Parklands

Emily van der Westhuizen – Registered Psychometrist - Parklands

Emily van der Westhuizen is a Registered Psychometrist at Colleen Law Psychology Practice in Parklands, Cape Town. She earned her BA Honours Degree in Psychology from a leading South African university and completed rigorous internship training in standardized assessment techniques. Consequently, Emily has developed deep expertise in psychometric evaluation over more than eight years of professional practice.

Within Colleen Law Psychology Practice, Emily collaborates closely with Clinical Psychologists, Educational Psychologists, and Counselling Psychologists. Therefore, she ensures that her assessments integrate seamlessly into each client’s overall treatment plan. Moreover, she applies both classical test theory and modern computerized assessment platforms, which enhances accuracy and efficiency. As a result, practitioners receive clear, data-driven insights that guide effective interventions.

Emily’s commitment to ethical standards and continual learning drives her to attend annual workshops on neurodevelopmental screening, cognitive profiling, and emotional-behavioral assessment models. Furthermore, she contributes to monthly peer-review meetings, sharing the latest assessment innovations and best practices. Thus, her work not only benefits individual clients but also elevates the entire practice’s service quality.

Services

• Cognitive Assessments
  Emily administers IQ tests and measures verbal and non-verbal reasoning, providing a holistic view of intellectual strengths and challenges.

• Educational Assessments
  She evaluates academic skills such as reading, writing, and numeracy to identify learning difficulties or giftedness, thereby informing targeted learning support.

• Emotional and Behavioral Assessments
  Emily uses standardized questionnaires to assess anxiety, depression, and behavioral regulation, which supports precise treatment planning.

• Career Assessments
  Through interest inventories and aptitude tests, she helps clients explore vocational interests and make informed career decisions.

• Personality Assessments
  She employs tools like MMPI and 16PF to explore personality traits and facilitate self-awareness and personal development.

• Neuropsychological Screenings
  Emily conducts preliminary screenings for attention, memory, and processing speed to identify potential neurocognitive impairments.

• Digital Reporting and Feedback
  She delivers assessment results via secure online platforms, allowing clients and practitioners to review clear visual reports and track progress over time.

Each service benefits from Emily’s meticulous attention to detail and her use of cutting-edge test materials, such as interactive tablet-based tasks and adaptive testing software. Consequently, clients experience assessments that feel engaging and relevant.

Additional Information

Emily’s assessment suite features a quiet, well-lit environment equipped with private testing stations and interactive digital tools. Moreover, she uses high-quality manipulatives for child assessments, which enhances validity and comfort. Her approach remains both professional and personable, thereby putting clients at ease during testing.

Furthermore, Emily offers services in English and Afrikaans, ensuring that language does not become a barrier to accurate assessment. She also accommodates clients with online assessment options, which provides flexibility for those with time or mobility constraints. Therefore, individuals across the Western Cape can access her expertise conveniently.

Additionally, Emily schedules regular follow-up consultations to discuss results and to refine support plans as clients progress. She also liaises with schools and employers—when appropriate—to ensure that recommendations translate effectively into academic accommodations and workplace adjustments. As a result, clients receive holistic support that spans assessment, planning, and implementation.

To gain valuable insights into your cognitive, academic, and emotional profile, schedule an assessment today and work with Emily van der Westhuizen to unlock your full potential.