The Iris Foundation Registered Psychologists

22/07/2025

MEET OUR TEAM // SNETHEMBA GWAMBE

Introducing the latest addition to our team, Snethemba is a registered Counselling Psychologist joining the practice from 1 August 2025. She offers a warm, non-judgemental approach to counselling and therapy. Her therapeutic interests include anxiety disorders, mood disorders, trauma, bereavement, relational challenges, and adjustment issues. Adopting a tailor-made approach to each client's needs, she has experience with Person-Centred Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Psychodynamic approaches.

Snethemba is currently taking bookings from 1 August 2025. To make a booking, send an email to admin@irisfoundation.co.za.

18/07/2025

MEET OUR TEAM // Hannah Tedder

Hannah is a registered Counselling Psychologist with a passion for helping individuals find freedom from challenges with clarity, resilience, and purpose. With a compassionate, eclectic and evidence-based approach, Hannah enjoys working collaboratively with clients to explore their unique strengths and growth areas using tailor-made interventions to suit the client's needs and to fit in with their story.

To make a booking, please email hannah@irisfoundation.co.za.

09/05/2025

Ever felt exhausted even after a weekend of doing nothing?

Numbing out is not the same thing as resting. Don't get me wrong, there's nothing quite like a Friday night Netflix binge, but there may be more to switching off than scrolling.

Here are three ideas for a more active approach to rest based on recent research findings.

For more reading:
Jean-Berluche, D. (2024). Creative expression and mental health. Journal of Creativity, 100083.

Cheng, R., Yang, L., & Kang, S. J. (2025). A study on the relationship between high school students’ sleep quality, physical exercise, academic stress, and subjective well-being. BMC psychology, 13(1), 1-16.

Giovanis, E., & Ozdamar, O. (2022). Who is left behind? Altruism of giving, happiness and mental health during the Covid-19 period in the UK. Applied research in quality of life, 17(1), 251-276.

25/04/2025

23/04/2025

I'm no mountaineer. In fact, the prospect of going for a hike usually produces an urge to search for every reason under the sun why today would not be a good day to go for a walk.

But those mountain vistas don't have quite the same effect without that trickle of sweat down your brow, or those wobbly legs or the occasional slip down the mountainside. Knowing what it took to get there makes the destination that much more glorious.

Pleasure without sacrifice is just distraction.

There is nothing glamorous about sleeping on the floor of a cave (I did it for love, I have the ring now). But the sacrifice was worth that fresh mountain spring water, those dramatic peaks or those ice-cold marble pools.

Victory is certainly more uncomfortable than convenience, but it is far more valuable and far more satisfying. Victory is hard-earned, and requires sacrifice. Sacrifice breeds accomplishment, and accomplishment breeds fulfillment. Don't be afraid to count the cost, and to feel the pang of the price.

Just put one foot in front of the other.

Hannah Grace Tedder | Counselling Psychologist
Hillcrest, KZN
Live boldly | Chase freedom
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19/03/2025

A recipe for good behaviour is more than just a few tools and tips. Effective behaviour change may require change within the family too.

09/01/2025

On request, we’re excited to launch a workshop for boys grades 4-7 on Monday, 13 January 2025!

Email admin@irisfoundation.co.za for bookings or WhatsApp 062 426 3998.

02/01/2025

We’re excited to launch our first Self Esteem Workshops for girls!

Email admin@irisfoundation.co.za to book!

31/12/2024

Places are still available. Email admin@irisfoundation.co.za or WhatsApp 062 426 3998 to book.

20/12/2024

We're excited to launch a self-esteem workshop for girls in Grades 4-7!

For more information, or to book your spot:
Email: admin@irisfoundation.co.za
WhatsApp: 062 426 3998

09/12/2024

The vision behind the vision!

05/12/2024

A word laden with meaning, "iris" is a word that denotes promise, new life and growth.

The Greeks referred to iris as a rainbow, a symbol of promises, hope and renewal, even through the most harrowing experiences.

Anatomically speaking, the iris regulates the light entering the eye, essentially the body's vehicle to discern real from unreal, truth from lies.

The iris is also a bold, bright flower with a strong root system, making it a sturdy, resilient plant.

And so, with these layers of meaning in mind, Iris was the clear choice to capture our fresh vision for the coming season.

We hope you love the name as much as we do!