Marichen Klaver Educational Psychologist Green Point

Marichen Klaver – Educational Psychologist | Green Point, Cape Town

About Marichen

Marichen Klaver is a registered Educational Psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), based in Green Point, Cape Town. She holds an undergraduate degree in Education (FET phase, specialising in English, Mathematics, and Psychology) from the University of Johannesburg. In 2014, she completed her Honours in Educational Psychology, followed by her Master’s degree in Educational Psychology in 2017.

Marichen has gained valuable clinical experience throughout her career, working with learners of various ages, especially those with special needs. During her clinical internship, she worked at a school for learners with special needs, gaining experience in learning support, assessments, and therapeutic interventions. She also worked as the sole psychologist at a high school, where her passion for working with adolescents was sparked.

With a preference for an integrative holistic approach, Marichen tailors her methods to the individual needs of her clients. She believes in providing support to children, adolescents, and young adults, helping them navigate personal, academic, and emotional challenges. Marichen works closely with parents, families, and schools to create the best possible environment for growth and achievement. She is fluent in both English and Afrikaans and works with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Services Offered

Educational and School Support

Marichen provides comprehensive support to both students and schools. Her services are designed to improve the academic and emotional well-being of students while assisting schools in building a more supportive and effective learning environment. Services include:

• Parent and Teacher Support: Offering advice and guidance on how to manage academic and behavioural challenges.
• Policy Advisement & Development: Helping schools develop or improve policies related to mental health, learning support, and student welfare.
• Needs Analysis & Workshop Development: Conducting assessments to identify the specific needs of students and staff, and developing workshops accordingly.
• Social Skills Development: Facilitating programmes aimed at improving students’ social skills and interactions.
• Learning Support: Providing strategies and tools to assist students with learning difficulties.
• Study Skills Workshops: Teaching effective study techniques to improve academic performance.
• Trauma Debriefing: Offering support for students affected by traumatic events.
• DBT Groups (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy): Facilitating therapy groups to help students manage emotions and improve coping strategies.
• Psycho-Educational Assessments: Conducting assessments to identify learning difficulties and cognitive strengths.
• Career Guidance: Helping students explore career paths and make informed decisions.
• Concession Assessments (IEB & DBE): Assessing students for examination concessions.

Workshops

Marichen offers a range of tailored workshops for various groups, such as schools, parents, organisations, and other community settings. Workshops are designed to address specific needs, and some examples include:

• DBT Groups: Providing training in dialectical behavioural therapy to improve emotional regulation.
• Bullying Prevention: Helping students and staff understand and combat bullying.
• Substance Abuse Awareness: Educating students and staff on the risks and prevention of substance abuse.
• Study Skills & Coping with Exam Stress: Equipping students with techniques to reduce stress and improve their study habits.
• Behavioural Challenges in the Classroom: Offering strategies to deal with behaviour issues in educational settings.

Therapeutic Services

Marichen provides psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families. She uses an integrative approach that combines several modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Creative Expressive Art Therapy, and Play Therapy. Her therapeutic services include:

• Psychotherapy for Children, Adolescents & Adults: Providing support for emotional and behavioural challenges.
• Child-Centered Play Therapy: Helping young children express their feelings and work through issues using play.
• Adolescent Therapy: Addressing the specific needs of teenagers, including emotional challenges, peer pressure, and identity formation.
• Family Therapy: Working with families to resolve conflicts and improve communication.
• Parental Guidance & Support: Offering advice on parenting strategies and supporting parents through challenging situations.
• Mindfulness & Relaxation Techniques: Helping clients manage stress and anxiety through mindfulness practices.
• Emotional Intelligence Development: Teaching skills to improve self-awareness and emotional regulation.
• Trauma Debriefing & Grief Counselling: Supporting clients who have experienced traumatic events or loss.
• Self-Harm, Anxiety, Depression & Mood Disorders: Addressing issues such as self-harm, anxiety, depression, and other mood-related disorders.
• Self-Development & Growth: Helping clients build self-esteem, confidence, and emotional resilience.

Additional Information

Marichen Klaver is dedicated to supporting her clients through a personalised approach, using the most suitable therapeutic interventions for each individual’s needs. Whether working with children, adolescents, or adults, she provides a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where clients can address their challenges and work towards personal growth.

Her extensive experience working in both educational and therapeutic settings enables her to make meaningful contributions to her clients’ development, be it through individual therapy, family support, or school interventions. Marichen also works with other professionals and families to ensure holistic support for her clients.

If you are seeking guidance or support for yourself or your child, whether academically, emotionally, or behaviourally, Marichen Klaver is here to help. Contact her to learn more about her services and how she can assist you in achieving your goals.