Marichen Klaver - Educational Psychologist

14/09/2025

I left the BWRT Africa Congress 2025 feeling inspired, energized and proud to be part of this community.

Hearing from brilliant mental health professionals across psychology, social work, psychiatry, coaching and other fields reminded me how versatile BWRT is.
From trauma healing to performance enhancement, from therapy rooms to community spaces, BWRT is being used across professional categories to change lives.

So grateful to be part of a community that’s passionate about making a difference. Breaking barriers, empowering change and touching lives in meaningful ways.

11/08/2025

Every child is different and learns differently. An assessment can uncover what's really going on and how to help 🧠

29/07/2025

Play is the language of children. Through play therapy we create a safe, nurturing space where children can express, process and grow. Equipping children and parent(s) with the language and tools for emotional regulation, growth and development.

25/07/2025

Subject choice assessments explore cognitive abilities, interests, and personality to guide informed, future-focused subject decisions.

Contact me for more information about the subject choice assessment process.

25/05/2025

Therapy just got a whole lot more fun!
Snagged some amazing new games at the Teens & Tweens event today. Can’t wait to dive into all the feels with my clients.

Bring on the Smart Hearts, cubes, and bananagrams! Let’s play, talk and grow!

27/11/2024

This past weekend, I attended the BWRT® Confidence Booster Training at The Capital. What an insightful and empowering experience it was!

In an intimate group of dedicated and passionate professionals, we delved deep into the transformative techniques of BWRT. The collaborative atmosphere and shared knowledge made it an unforgettable journey of growth and learning. 🌱

Feeling inspired and equipped to bring these new strategies into practice! 💼

BrainWorking Recursive Therapy SA

24/10/2024

Autism: Now What? Conference 2024

This past weekend, I attended the Autism: Now What? Conference 2024, hosted by The Star Academy at Two Oceans Aquarium. The event featured insightful presentations by Dr. Nicola Antonucci, who shared valuable information on causes and medical treatments for autism, and Ilana, Martin and Eli Gerschlowitz, who spoke about their personal journey with autism and the transformative role of ABA (Applied Behavioural Analysis) therapy.

A few key takeaways and facts about autism:
🌍 Autism now affects 1 in 36 children
🧠 Autism is a spectrum – each individual experiences it differently, with varying strengths and areas of need.
🚩 Red flags for early diagnosis include limited eye contact, delayed speech, repetitive behaviors, resistance to change, lack of interest in peer interaction, repetitive movements, and unusual sensory sensitivities. Identifying these early on allows for more effective support and intervention.
🧬 Medical treatments are emerging as complementary tools in addressing some of the symptoms associated with autism and for related conditions​
💡 Early intervention is crucial – Research shows that early intervention can significantly improve a child’s developmental outcomes, especially in areas like communication, social interaction, and school readiness. ABA is an evidence-based intervention that helps improve communication, social skills, and behavior and other treatments like speech therapy, occupational therapy, and sensory integration therapy can address specific challenges.

The journey with autism is unique for each family, but with early support and comprehensive care, individuals with autism can thrive. Let’s continue to advocate for inclusion, acceptance, and accessible support for all! 💙

21/10/2024

Good luck to all the Matrics who started their final exams today and to all other students starting their exams soon.

With the upcoming exams it is important to remember to take care of yourself. Remember to be gentle with yourself, learn from your mistakes and move forward. Here are some tips to help manage these stressful times.

18/10/2024

Reminder that behaviour could be the way a child communicates the things they can't say or don't know how to say..

We need to be aware of what might be 'underneath' to best support the behaviours we see.

12/10/2024

Just completed the BWRT® Application for Adolescents and Young Adults workshop.

This technique offers powerful tools to support adolescents through emotional challenges, trauma, and more, helping them build resilience in a rapidly changing world.

New tools, fresh insights, and ready to put them into practice! 🙌

Always striving to grow as a therapist and stay on top of the latest approaches 🌱

10/10/2024

24/07/2024

Celebrating 7 years of passion and dedication at The Cape Town Therapy Hub! 🎉🎂

With a vision to provide professional and individualized therapeutic services in a multidisciplinary team environment, we're grateful for every client, team member, and milestone that has shaped this incredible journey. Here's to many more years of supporting our community and making a positive impact! 🌟