Nicole Soames Educational Psychologist
Pinelands, Cape Town

Nicole Soames EducationalPsychologist

Warm, collaborative support for children and adolescents experiencing learning, emotional, developmental, or school-related difficulties.

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6-16Psychoeducational assessments for school-age children
PlayChild-centred therapy and parent guidance
TeamCare that can include parents, caregivers, and teachers
HPCSARegistered Educational Psychologist
Mon-FriAppointments between 08:30 and 16:00
3Bookable Echo offerings live now
ZAMedical aid rate-aligned fees
About Nicole

Helping children find language, confidence, and coping strategies.

Nicole has a special interest in working with children and adolescents. Her practice supports young people who are struggling with emotional, developmental, or learning difficulties, while helping them build coping strategies and a stronger sense of personal agency.

Her work is collaborative. Depending on the child's needs, the process may include parents, caregivers, teachers, and other professionals so that support can carry from the therapy room into the school and home environment.

Nicole previously worked in private practice and school settings in Johannesburg before relocating to Cape Town, where she continues to offer assessments, therapy, and parent guidance from Pinelands.

Assessment pathway

Clear insight for learning and school decisions.

Psychoeducational assessments bring together parent context, school observations, cognitive and scholastic assessment, and feedback recommendations. They can help clarify learning profiles, support intervention planning, and inform school accommodations or concessions where appropriate.

1
Parent intakeBackground, concerns, developmental history, and current school context.
2
Observation and assessmentClass observation and two morning assessment sessions, currently configured for Thursday and Friday mornings.
3
Feedback and recommendationsA feedback meeting to explain findings and practical next steps for home, school, and intervention planning.
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Choose the right first appointment.

Nicole's current Echo account is set up for one-on-one appointments. Packages and group classes are not currently listed.

Assessment

Child Psychoeducational Assessment

A comprehensive assessment for children aged 6 to 16, including intake, class observation, two assessment mornings, and a feedback session.

R9,000
  • Multi-session assessment process
  • Learning profile, emotional context, and recommendations
  • Useful for intervention planning and school support
Configured in Echo as a multi-session service.Book an assessment
Parent intake

Play Therapy Intake Meeting for Parents

A 60-minute parent meeting to understand your child's needs, clarify concerns, and shape an appropriate play therapy plan.

R1,100
  • 60-minute one-on-one consultation
  • Paid upfront through the Echo booking flow
  • A practical first step before child therapy begins
Best for parents exploring therapeutic support.Book parent intake
Online

Online Consultation

A 60-minute online consultation for parents, caregivers, or referrers who need guidance before deciding on assessment or therapy.

R1,100
  • Remote appointment option
  • Useful for questions, planning, and next-step guidance
  • Paid upfront through Echo
Best for early guidance, planning, or remote follow-up questions.Book consultation
Play therapy illustration

Therapy and assessment should make the child's world easier to understand, not more overwhelming.

Professional background

Qualified, registered, and child-centred.

  • University of Cape Town: Undergraduate degree.
  • University of the Witwatersrand: Honours in Psychology and Masters in Educational Psychology.
  • University of Johannesburg: Practical Psychometry short course.
  • Registered Psychometrist: Experience across children, adolescents, and university students.
  • Golden Key International Honour Society: Member.
  • Registration: HPCSA no: 0138193. Practice no: 0732869.
Practical details

Book in Pinelands, Cape Town.

Fees are within medical aid rates and are generally paid upfront, then claimed back from your medical aid by the client.

Use Echo to choose a service and request an appointment time. Nicole's current availability is Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 16:00.

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Start with one clear next step.

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