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Psychotherapy
Individual, family, couples and sport-specific counselling.
Johannesburg · In-person & Online
Supporting young people as they find their way forward.
Ryan Odendaal is an Educational Psychologist who provides a compassionate, non-judgmental space for adolescents and families, with particular experience supporting adolescent boys.
About Ryan
A practical, human approach to psychological support.
Ryan has worked in education for 14 years and has substantial experience counselling adolescent boys. His professional path has included teaching and a background in sport, which informed his interest in sport psychology.
His practice focuses on helping adolescents recognise their strengths, understand the challenges they are experiencing, and develop a way forward at their own pace. Sessions are available both in person in Johannesburg and online.
Ryan also provides psycho-educational assessments tailored to IEB and GDE accommodation criteria.
Services
Support and assessment
Enquiries can be made for therapy, assessments, educational support, career guidance and related services.
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Psycho-educational Assessment
Assessment support tailored to educational needs and relevant IEB and GDE accommodation criteria.
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Accommodation & Concession
Assessment enquiries relating to school accommodation or concession requirements.
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School Readiness
School-readiness assessment enquiries for children preparing for the next stage of their education.
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Subject Choice
Assessment support to help learners understand their options when making subject choices.
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Career Guidance
Career guidance assessment to support informed educational and career decisions.
“A compassionate, holistic space where individuals can identify their
strengths and navigate challenges.”
Approach
Person-centred first.
Ryan primarily uses Person-Centred Talk Therapy, grounded in empathy and unconditional positive regard. The first session is used to understand the individual's journey and identify an approach suited to their needs and South African context.
His work can also integrate Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Expressive Arts. Sport and movement are incorporated into his broader view of wellbeing and growth.
Background
Education, experience and professional focus.
Professional
Psychologist, MA, HPCSA – Educational Psychology
Masters
Master's in Educational Psychology, University of Johannesburg, 2024
Sport Psychology
BA Sport Psychology, University of Johannesburg, 2010
Psychology
Honours Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, 2014
Experience
14 years working in education, with extensive experience counselling adolescent boys.
Practice
Johannesburg-based, with both in-person and online sessions.
Get in touch
Start with an enquiry.
Ryan Odendaal Educational Psychologist
Phone
076 276 5875
Email
ryanedpsych@gmail.com
Location
Johannesburg 2000
Availability
In-person and online. Most weekdays, afternoons and early evenings.
Consultation
Call or email to enquire about a free 15-minute consultation.
Online enquiry
Tell Ryan a little about what you need.
Use the secure enquiry form to provide some initial information. Ryan can then follow up regarding the most appropriate next step.
Complete the enquiry form