Sharon Pienaar – Educational Psychologist – Parklands

Sharon Pienaar - Educational Psychologist - Parklands

Sharon Pienaar serves as an accomplished Educational Psychologist and Registered Counsellor at Colleen Law Psychology Practice in Parklands, Cape Town. She earned her Bachelor of Psychology (BPsych) and Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) from the University of Cape Town, followed by a Master’s degree in Educational Psychology (MEdPsych) from Stellenbosch University. Consequently, she brings more than ten years of experience across mainstream and special needs schools, non-profit organisations, international schools, and private practice. Moreover, Sharon has co-authored academic work on neurodiversity, notably exploring Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in mainstream classrooms. Therefore, her approach blends rigorous research with compassionate care.

Sharon adopts an inclusive, strength-based philosophy that emphasises each client’s unique learning style and emotional needs. During sessions, she employs interactive digital assessment tools and educational software to analyse cognitive profiles and learning patterns. Furthermore, her training in play therapy and psychodynamic techniques underpins a holistic model—she helps clients develop self-awareness, resilience, and academic confidence. As a result, families witness measurable growth in social skills, emotional regulation, and study habits.

Services

• Play Therapy
  Sharon uses developmentally appropriate games and play-based assessments to help children express feelings and resolve behavioural challenges. This modality fosters safe emotional exploration and insight.

• Individual Therapy
  She provides one-on-one counselling tailored to address anxiety, self-esteem issues, emotional regulation, trauma, and learning difficulties. Consequently, clients build coping strategies and personal growth plans.

• Group Therapy
  Through structured group sessions, Sharon cultivates social skills, peer support, and collaborative problem-solving. Therefore, participants learn to navigate interpersonal dynamics in a supportive setting.

• Psychoeducational Assessments
  She conducts in-depth evaluations using standardised cognitive tests, academic achievement batteries, and behavioural checklists. These data inform individualised intervention strategies and learning recommendations.

• Subject-Choice & Career Assessments
  Sharon guides adolescents through vocational interest inventories and aptitude profiling, enabling informed decisions about subject selection and future career paths.

• Study & Organisational Skills Training
  She teaches time-management apps, mind-mapping software, and checklist techniques to enhance focus, productivity, and academic performance. Clients gain tools for sustainable study habits.

Additional Information

At Colleen Law Psychology Practice, Sharon works within a multidisciplinary team that includes occupational therapists, speech therapists, and learning support specialists. Consequently, clients receive comprehensive care tailored to their holistic needs. Each consultation room features sound-dampening panels, ergonomic seating, and interactive whiteboards, creating a comfortable environment for assessment and therapy. Moreover, the practice employs secure teletherapy platforms, allowing flexible access for families with busy schedules.

Sharon emphasises a personalised patient experience: she initiates every journey with a collaborative goal-setting session, uses digital progress trackers, and adjusts interventions based on ongoing feedback. Meanwhile, she integrates mindfulness exercises and guided imagery into sessions, supporting emotional regulation in both children and adults.

Furthermore, Sharon offers intensive weekend workshops on study strategies, exam stress reduction, and neurodiversity awareness. These immersive sessions combine hands-on activities with peer discussion, fostering rapid skill acquisition and community building. Additionally, her commitment to ongoing professional growth ensures she remains at the forefront of educational psychology and child development research.

If you seek expert guidance to support your child’s learning journey or enhance your family’s emotional resilience, schedule a consultation today with Sharon Pienaar at Colleen Law Psychology Practice. Begin a tailored path toward academic success, emotional well-being, and lifelong confidence.