The Iris Foundation Registered Psychologists

10/04/2026

We’re so excited to announce Kelly Comins as the newest member of our Iris team!

Kelly is a registered Counselling Psychologist who works with children, teens, adults, couples and families. She supports people navigating anxiety, depression, overwhelming thoughts, trauma, relationship difficulties, or patterns that keep them feeling stuck.

Kelly’s approach is warm, practical and holistic. She helps clients make sense of what they’re experiencing, challenges unhelpful thinking, and works collaboratively to develop more helpful ways of responding to difficult thoughts, emotions and relationship dynamics. She is also a big believer in using and developing the strengths and resources that a person already has.

Her biggest hope is to create a space where people feel understood and supported as they work towards greater freedom and connection in their lives.

Kelly is open and available for bookings. To make an appointment, contact her on 083 937 8822 or email her on kelly@irisfoundation.co.za.

28/01/2026

Anxiety’s two best friends are uncertainty and avoidance. We dislike the discomfort of not knowing, which drives us to avoid taking action at the risk of getting it wrong. We relax when we experience that relief we get from avoidance, but it never lasts, does it? Usually, the avoidance of uncertainty fuels anxiety more than it provides relief, triggering more distress the next time you experience the source.

Let’s reframe the drive towards intentional action from perfect action to good enough action.

If you’re avoiding something today, what steps can you take towards implementing a good enough solution?

For more reading, refer to Seif & Winston (2019): “Needing to Know for Sure”

04/01/2026

SPACE STILL AVAILABLE

Back for the second year, this psychoeducational workshop will guide girls in exploring resilience, self-esteem, and well-being in a safe, supportive space.

Developed and facilitated by psychologists, Be Bolder is geared towards equipping your daughter to develop important skills to embrace the 2026 school year with confidence.

Registration link: https://forms.office.com/r/V7m6QPH5kF
Grades 4-5: 7 Jan 2026 (07:30-11:30) or 8 Jan 2026 (12:30-16:30)
Grades 6-7: 7 Jan 2026 (12:30-16:30) or 12 Jan 2026 (07:30-11:30)
Grades 8-9: 8 Jan 2026 (07:30-11:30) or 12 Jan 2026 (12:30-16:30)
For more info, WhatsApp 062 426 3998 or email hannah@irisfoundation.co.za.

04/12/2025

Back for the second year, this psychoeducational workshop will guide girls in exploring resilience, self-esteem, and well-being in a safe, supportive space.

Developed and facilitated by psychologists, Be Bolder is geared towards equipping your daughter to develop important skills to embrace the 2026 school year with confidence.

Registration link: https://forms.office.com/r/V7m6QPH5kF

Grades 4-5: 7 Jan 2026 (07:30-11:30) or 8 Jan 2026 (12:30-16:30)
Grades 6-7: 7 Jan 2026 (12:30-16:30) or 12 Jan 2026 (07:30-11:30)
Grades 8-9: 8 Jan 2026 (07:30-11:30) or 12 Jan 2026 (12:30-16:30)

For more info, WhatsApp 062 426 3998 or email hannah@irisfoundation.co.za.

01/10/2025

Don't let stigma become a barrier to seeking the help you need. Help is out there, and your story is worth telling.

28/09/2025

Snethemba is currently taking on new clients and is able to assist with individual sessions with children (including play therapy), teens and adults, and career guidance.

To book a session, WhatsApp 067 203 4695 or email snethemba@irisfoundation.co.za.

Hannah Grace Tedder | Counselling Psychologist
Hillcrest, KZN
Live boldly | Chase freedom
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17/09/2025

When conflict cultivates discontent and disappointment, we tend to miss loving bids for connection that aren't on our radar. Worse, in the aftermath of hurt, sometimes we don't like to give them the credit.

Refocusing your attention to acts of unexpected kindness creates a sense of safety within you, and a sense of appreciation in your spouse that helps to restore intimacy.

15/09/2025

Not every thought or feeling that enters your headspace is worth listening to. This brings us freedom from messy thoughts and feelings that entangle us.

Character is determined by your value-driven decision-making, ordering your choices to a higher standard than superficial impulses, or reactive urges. These decisions cultivate your character, and your character shapes who you will become.

12/09/2025

Sometimes taking care of yourself means allowing the old season to die, so that the new season may sprout.

The disappointments from your last season may be the springboard for your next breakthrough.

Let the process take its time. Spring is on its way.

10/09/2025

Sometimes peace and justice can't happen at the same time. Don't get me wrong, you should be sharing your feelings, and your partner should be listening.

But communicating through a lens of angry accusation will not get your partner to listen, or trigger behaviour change. No one wants to receive feedback when they feel demonized.

Communication tip:
1. Regulate your emotion and your communication.
2. Show that you believe the best in your spouse's intentions.
3. Be specific and reasonable with your need.
4. Be gracious in while your spouse learns a new pattern.

05/08/2025

We're excited to announce that we're now offering career counselling and psychometric testing for learners (Grades 10-12), university students, and adults exploring career transitions!

To make a booking or for queries, reach us at admin@irisfoundation.co.za.

04/08/2025

We're looking for a registered HPCSA professional to join us on a short term basis! This furnished, and fully equipped space is ideal for an OT, Speech Therapist or Psychology professional (psychologist, registered counsellor or psychometrist) who works with kids and families.

The rooms are available immediately. To arrange a viewing, please email admin@irisfoundation.co.za.