Lenka de Villiers-van Zyl Somerset West

Lenka de Villiers-van Zyl Play Therapist Somerset West

Lenka de Villiers-van Zyl, founder of Lenka de Villiers-van Zyl Play Therapy in Somerset West, holds an Honours degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Play Therapy from North-West University. With 8 years of experience, Lenka is committed to helping children overcome emotional and social challenges. She believes in the resilience and uniqueness of each child, guiding them to discover their strengths and achieve their full potential. Her approach also focuses on empowering parents to foster a nurturing environment that supports their child’s growth.

Services Offered by Lenka de Villiers-van Zyl Play Therapy

• Gestalt Play Therapy
  Lenka uses Gestalt play therapy, a creative and child-centred method that enables children to express their emotions and experiences through play. This safe, non-judgmental approach fosters healing, growth, and self-awareness.
• Parent Education
  Lenka provides tailored guidance for parents, focusing on positive parenting techniques. Her sessions enhance the parent-child bond and equip parents with tools to support their child’s emotional and behavioural needs effectively.
• Attachment-Based Interventions
  Strengthening emotional connections between children and their caregivers is at the core of Lenka’s work. Her interventions help establish secure, loving bonds essential for a child’s emotional development.
• Socio-Emotional Assessments
  Lenka conducts in-depth socio-emotional assessments to identify a child’s unique needs. These assessments guide therapy plans and offer insights to parents on how best to support their child.

Collaborative Projects

Lenka works closely with artist and storyteller Liesl van der Hoven. Together, they create therapeutic tools, including a children’s book designed to help kids manage anxiety. This interactive resource includes exercises and guidance for parents, making it ideal for children aged 4 to 9.