About
Educational psychologist Sheryl Maastrecht is currently employed at a local primary school in East London, South Africa. She works with children, teens, and families who are experiencing challenges in the context of learning and development.
An educational psychologist conducts assessments aimed at measuring schooling potential and functional levels in literacy and numeracy. This helps to identify underlying learning differences that may impact on progress in the classroom. Psychologists also explore the emotional functioning and needs of children displaying behavioural and mood disturbances. Parent coaching aims to develop the emotional communication within the family.