Dedri Hamman Educational Psychologist

Dedri Hamman Educational Psychologist Assessments: Psychoeducational, Autism, Career/Subject Choice, School Readiness, Adult ADHD. Therapy for all ages. Website: www.edpsych.education

Parent Guidance, Social Groups, Workshops, Study Skills, Executive Functioning support.

Every child is a world waiting to unfold — not according to perfection, but through connection, safety, and love. 🌿As ad...
24/11/2025

Every child is a world waiting to unfold — not according to perfection, but through connection, safety, and love. 🌿

As adults, we don’t shape children through pressure; we guide them through presence. The laughter you share, the patience you practise, and the comfort you offer when emotions feel big — those are the moments that shape who they become. 💛

This week, slow down and see the small things: a shared story, a held hand, a bedtime hug. They may feel ordinary, but they’re the foundation of lifelong emotional security. 🌸

The teenage years can feel like a balancing act — managing identity, pressure, friendships, and emotions all at once. 🌿T...
21/11/2025

The teenage years can feel like a balancing act — managing identity, pressure, friendships, and emotions all at once. 🌿

Teen Therapy provides a safe, non-judgemental space where young people can express themselves, explore challenges, and develop emotional tools for real life.

Through guided conversations and supportive techniques, therapy helps teens to:
💛 Build confidence and self-awareness.
🧠 Understand and manage emotions in healthy ways.
💬 Strengthen communication and decision-making skills.
🌱 Develop resilience when facing change, stress, or uncertainty.

It’s a space designed for honesty, reflection, and personal growth — free of judgement, full of care.

📞 Book a consultation at https://edpsych.education or call 079 541 1621.

This week, remind your teen (and yourself) that growth isn’t about getting everything right. It’s about showing up, lear...
19/11/2025

This week, remind your teen (and yourself) that growth isn’t about getting everything right. It’s about showing up, learning, and finding strength in small, steady steps. 💛

Let the goal be gentleness — with yourself, with others, and with the pace you’re moving at. Growth takes time, and courage often looks quieter than we expect. 🌸

Teen emotions can feel unpredictable — joy one moment, frustration the next. But beneath the mood swings lies something ...
17/11/2025

Teen emotions can feel unpredictable — joy one moment, frustration the next. But beneath the mood swings lies something powerful: the brain in transition. 🧠

During adolescence, emotions are amplified because the part of the brain that controls reasoning and impulse (the prefrontal cortex) is still developing. This means teens feel deeply before they can always understand or express those feelings clearly.

🌿 What helps most?
💬 Stay calm — emotional regulation starts with you.
👂 Listen before offering advice.
💛 Validate feelings: “That sounds tough” or “I can see why you’re upset.”
🕊️ Offer guidance, not lectures. Teens open up when they feel respected.

Connection grows when teens feel safe — not just loved, but understood.
Your calm presence teaches emotional balance far more than correction ever could. 🌱

It’s easy to lose yourself in the noise of daily life — deadlines, responsibilities, expectations. Over time, emotional ...
14/11/2025

It’s easy to lose yourself in the noise of daily life — deadlines, responsibilities, expectations. Over time, emotional fatigue can creep in quietly, showing up as irritability, sleeplessness, or disconnection. 💭

Adult Therapy offers a private, supportive space to pause and reconnect with your inner world. 🌿
It’s a space for reflection, clarity, and emotional healing — without judgement or pressure.

Through guided sessions, therapy helps you:
🧠 Understand your emotional patterns and triggers.
💬 Navigate stress, anxiety, or burnout.
🌱 Strengthen self-compassion and emotional resilience.
💛 Build tools for balance and wellbeing in everyday life.

Therapy isn’t just for crisis — it’s for growth. It’s where you rediscover calm and reconnect with yourself.

📞 Book a consultation at https://edpsych.education or call 079 541 1621.

We give so much of ourselves to others — to family, work, and responsibility — that we often forget to offer ourselves t...
12/11/2025

We give so much of ourselves to others — to family, work, and responsibility — that we often forget to offer ourselves the same patience and kindness. 💛

This week, pause and ask: When was the last time I checked in with my own needs?

Self-care isn’t indulgence — it’s emotional maintenance.
Rest, reflection, and therapy are not signs of weakness; they are acts of courage and renewal. 🌿

You can’t show up for others fully if you’re running on empty. Take time to refill your cup — slowly, gently, intentionally.

Many adults carry invisible weight — responsibilities, unspoken worries, and emotional exhaustion that builds quietly ov...
10/11/2025

Many adults carry invisible weight — responsibilities, unspoken worries, and emotional exhaustion that builds quietly over time. 🌿

Psychologically, this happens when we stay in survival mode for too long. The body and mind become so used to “doing” that we forget how to simply “be.” This chronic alertness leads to burnout, irritability, and disconnection — not because we are weak, but because we are human. 💛

Here are gentle ways to begin releasing the weight:
🕊️ Pause without guilt. Rest is not a reward; it’s a need.
💬 Name your emotions. Saying “I feel overwhelmed” helps the brain regulate stress.
🌱 Set micro boundaries. A 10-minute walk, a quiet cup of tea, or one screen-free hour can create meaningful reset time.
💛 Seek support. Talking to someone neutral, like a therapist, can help process emotions you’ve had to hold for too long.

Emotional health isn’t about perfection — it’s about permission. Permission to feel, rest, and ask for help when you need it. 🌸

As the year draws to a close, many families find themselves running on empty — stretched by schedules, exams, emotions, ...
07/11/2025

As the year draws to a close, many families find themselves running on empty — stretched by schedules, exams, emotions, and everyday pressures. The result? Communication frays, patience shortens, and connection starts to fade. 💭

Family Therapy creates space to slow down, reflect, and reset together. 🌿
It’s not about blame — it’s about understanding. It helps families explore what’s really happening beneath the surface: the stress, the misunderstandings, the emotional needs that get lost in the rush of daily life.

Through guided sessions, families learn to:
💬 Communicate openly and safely.
🕊️ Rebuild trust and empathy.
🌱 Recognise emotional triggers and patterns.
💛 Strengthen connection through shared understanding.

November is the perfect time to begin. With exam season wrapping up and the holidays approaching, these weeks offer a meaningful opportunity to reconnect before the new year begins.

If your home feels tense or communication feels harder than usual, gentle support can make all the difference. You don’t have to wait for conflict — Family Therapy is just as powerful for maintaining connection and building harmony.

📞 Book a consultation at https://edpsych.education or call 079 541 1621.

Exams can fill the air with tension — even the calmest homes start to feel a little heavier this time of year. Everyone ...
06/11/2025

Exams can fill the air with tension — even the calmest homes start to feel a little heavier this time of year. Everyone feels it: learners, parents, teachers. 💭

But the truth is, calm can be created. A steady, predictable environment helps children regulate emotions, stay focused, and feel supported. 🌿

Here are a few gentle ways to make exam season a little easier:
🕰️ Keep daily routines consistent — meals, bedtimes, and study breaks.
📚 Avoid late-night cramming — tired minds struggle to recall information.
☕ Build in short, mindful breaks between study sessions.
💬 Encourage effort, not perfection.

Children mirror what they see. When you stay composed and grounded, they learn to do the same. 🌱

So this month, aim for perspective over panic. A calm mind is a clear mind — and clarity is the best foundation for confidence.

Exam season tests more than academic knowledge — it tests patience, resilience, and emotional balance, especially for pa...
06/11/2025

Exam season tests more than academic knowledge — it tests patience, resilience, and emotional balance, especially for parents. 🌿

As you guide your child through study sessions and sleepless nights, remember this: your calm is their calm. When you stay composed, they learn that exams are challenges to face — not battles to fear. 🌸

Every gentle reminder, every cup of tea, every moment you choose encouragement over frustration is building something far more valuable than grades — it’s building confidence, trust, and self-belief. 💛

Here are a few gentle ways to keep perspective this week:
🕊️ Focus on effort, not outcomes.
📖 Praise progress, even small wins.
💧 Encourage rest — tired minds need recovery.
💬 Remind your child that their worth is never tied to marks.

As parents, we want the best for our children. But sometimes “the best” is simply being present — a safe space where they can fall apart and find courage again.

Exams will come and go, but the emotional lessons learned through your example will last a lifetime. 🌱

This quote reminds us that courage looks different for everyone. For some, it’s speaking out. For others, it’s getting t...
31/10/2025

This quote reminds us that courage looks different for everyone. For some, it’s speaking out. For others, it’s getting through a difficult day and choosing to begin again tomorrow.

Families thrive when they allow space for this kind of quiet courage — the small acts of persistence, kindness, and connection that hold everything together in demanding seasons. Trying again, even in small ways, is proof of resilience.

Silence is heavy. Children often keep worries to themselves. Teens may hide struggles behind closed doors. Adults carry ...
29/10/2025

Silence is heavy. Children often keep worries to themselves. Teens may hide struggles behind closed doors. Adults carry stress quietly, believing they must stay strong. Over time, silence builds distance, and families drift apart.

Talking, however, releases pressure. It does not always solve the problem, but it makes it shareable. A child realises their fear is normal. A teen learns they are not alone. An adult discovers that vulnerability does not weaken them — it strengthens relationships.

Families who practise open, non-judgemental communication discover that challenges are lighter when carried together. Talking isn’t about fixing everything; it’s about saying: we are in this together.

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