Zandile Shabangu – Educational Psychologist – Vanderbijlpark

Zandile Shabangu - Educational Psychologist - Vanderbijlpark

Zandile Shabangu practices as an Educational Psychologist within the Babies in Mind network in Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng. She holds a Master’s degree in Educational Psychology and maintains registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Consequently, she brings over nine years of experience to her role. Moreover, her focus at Babies in Mind centers exclusively on supporting children’s emotional and learning needs within the parent–infant framework. Therefore, families receive cohesive care that addresses both developmental and relational dynamics.

At Babies in Mind, Zandile employs evidence-based assessments and therapeutic interventions to foster resilience and promote psychological well-being. Furthermore, she integrates attachment theory with educational psychology, ensuring that treatment plans reflect each child’s unique profile. In addition, she collaborates with caregivers to translate assessment findings into practical strategies. As a result, parents gain confidence in supporting their children’s learning and emotional growth. Ultimately, Zandile’s approach emphasizes both clinical rigor and compassionate guidance.

Services

• Psycho-Educational Assessments
  She conducts cognitive, academic, and emotional evaluations to identify learning difficulties. Consequently, she tailors recommendations that guide personalized intervention strategies.

• Individual Therapy
  She delivers one-on-one sessions for children and adolescents facing anxiety, stress, behavioral challenges, and trauma. Moreover, she uses cognitive-behavioural techniques to build coping skills.

• Parent Guidance
  She equips caregivers with management strategies for emotional and behavioural issues. In addition, she teaches positive reinforcement and communication skills to strengthen parent–child relationships.

• Support for Learning Difficulties
  She implements targeted interventions for children struggling academically. Furthermore, she integrates multisensory techniques to improve reading, writing, and numeracy skills.

• Attachment-Focused Consultation
  She guides parents in recognizing and responding to infant cues and early childhood signals, thereby fostering secure attachments that underpin later learning.

• Group Workshops
  She leads interactive workshops on topics such as executive-function support, self-regulation, and home-learning routines, promoting peer learning among caregivers.

• Telehealth Services
  She offers secure online sessions, ensuring consistent support when families cannot attend in person. Thus, continuity of care remains uninterrupted.

• Professional Supervision
  She mentors junior Babies in Mind practitioners, sharing insights on assessment interpretation and intervention planning to maintain high quality standards.

Additional Information

Babies in Mind’s Vanderbijlpark centre provides specialized facilities, including sound-proof assessment rooms and a resource library stocked with developmental tools and educational materials. Moreover, the practice uses digital assessment platforms—such as standardized attachment and mood inventories—to track progress accurately. Consequently, Zandile adjusts interventions based on measurable outcomes, ensuring that each child’s treatment evolves with their development.

Furthermore, Babies in Mind offers a parent-child observation suite, where Zandile observes real-time interactions. In addition, she employs video feedback to illustrate strengths and areas for growth. Therefore, families leave sessions with concrete strategies they can implement immediately.

Zandile remains committed to continuing professional development, attending conferences on neurodevelopmental research and innovations in educational psychology. As a result, she integrates the latest findings into everyday practice. Ultimately, her exclusive focus at Babies in Mind ensures that every family benefits from cohesive, high-quality care. Schedule a consultation today with Zandile Shabangu at Babies in Mind Vanderbijlpark to support your child’s educational and emotional journey.