Melissa Ferreira Registered Psychologist

Melissa Ferreira Registered Psychologist Melissa is an Educational Psychologist practising in Claremont Cape Town. Melissa consults in both English and Afrikaans.

She has extensive experience in counselling, teaching and facilitating positive change in the lives of children, adolescents and adults. Learning and development throughout the life span of a person form the cornerstone of the services she provides. Melissa completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Stellenbosch obtaining the following qualifications: B.Ed. Psych Honours, Post Graduate Certificate in Education and BA Social Dynamics (Psychology & Sociology). The completion of her Masters in Educational Psychology, as well as her internship took place at the University of the Free State in Bloemfontein, working at various mainstream schools, special needs schools, a drug rehabilitation centre and university Student Counselling Centre. Melissa has also worked at a prestigious semi-private girls high school as school counsellor and life orientation educator, which led to a particular interest in adolescent mental health and adolescents’ relationship with peers and parents. Her research focus has involved adolescents’ experience of the formation of relationships on MXit (MXit is a type of CMC- Computer Mediated Communication), and she has a particular affinity with the needs of youth in the 21st Century. Melissa draws eclectically from a range of therapeutic modalities in order to suit the unique needs of each individual

🦋Emotion is the body’s way of telling the truth ~If we become aware of how emotions show up in our bodies, we’ll learn t...
24/10/2025

🦋Emotion is the body’s way of telling the truth ~

If we become aware of how emotions show up in our bodies, we’ll learn to notice, pause and be better able to acknowledge the emotion & then proceed with a healthy response. Emotions are what make us uniquely human & they contain information about our needs & our authentic truth. Sitting with your emotions instead of dismissing or pushing them away allows a person to not only become aware but you’re able to better regulate the emotion. ~ Melissa Ferreira Registered Psychologist (Claremont, Cape Town) 🦋

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Witnessing people’s lives & transformations during their healing journey in the therapeutic space is my passion. The immense benefit of connection with animals as part of healing your mental state is something I can’t emphasize enough.
If you’re interested in embarking on a therapeutic journey of understanding yourself better & being treated holistically kindly make contact with me.

Email info@melissaferreira.co.za with queries for appointments or BOOK ONLINE !~ Melissa Ferreira Registered Psychologist (Claremont, Cape Town) 🦋

SERVICES:
•Adult, teen & child psychotherapy
•Personal Growth
•Parent Support & Guidance
•Parent & child therapy
•Family therapy
•Diagnostic Psychological assessments
•Career Guidance assessments
•Online Telehealth therapy sessions (adults only)
•Sorry, no DM’s. (Instagram is not therapy)


~DISCLAIMER: This page is for educational & inspirational purposes only. Posts are not tailored individual advice.

🦋WHAT DOES THERAPY OFFER?Many people are still confused or uninformed about what therapy entails. First and foremost the...
16/10/2025

🦋WHAT DOES THERAPY OFFER?

Many people are still confused or uninformed about what therapy entails.

First and foremost therapy requires a comfortable relationship & connection with your therapist. Research indicates that people who commit to therapy actually like their therapist.

I believe congruence, unconditional positive regard & viewing the client as a capable expert of their own life as requirements for successful therapy. The therapist highlights aspects that need attention, which encourages self awareness, acknowledgment of areas needing improvement and then also how to care for the self in a way that you are comfortable with authentic self & have the tools to maintain your mental & holistic well-being. Humans are unique and have different needs. Some people want a direct approach in there therapy process, this is where the therapist tells you what to do as the expert. Some people want clear answers because they’re finding it difficult to access their authentic self or are indecisive due to a neurodivergence etc. Always ask your therapist what their therapeutic approach is, to ensure an appropriate fit.

Therapy should however always offer:

• Self reflection & awareness
• Skill building
• Support in working through hard stuff
• Accountability

If you’re interested in embarking on a therapeutic journey of understanding yourself better & being treated holistically kindly make contact with me.

Email info@melissaferreira.co.za with queries for appointments or BOOK ONLINE !~ Melissa Ferreira Registered Psychologist (Claremont, Cape Town) 🦋

SERVICES:
•Adult, teen & child psychotherapy
•Personal Growth
•Parent Support & Guidance
•Parent & child therapy
•Family therapy
•Diagnostic Psychological assessments
•Career Guidance assessments
•Online Telehealth therapy sessions (adults only)
•Sorry, no DM’s. (Instagram is not therapy)


~DISCLAIMER: This page is for educational & inspirational purposes only. Posts are not tailored individual advice.

🦋Farewell September 2025~Wanted to check in to say Hi to my new followers & also share and keepsake some inspirational p...
27/09/2025

🦋Farewell September 2025~

Wanted to check in to say Hi to my new followers & also share and keepsake some inspirational posts that I shared this month. Hope you love them as much as I do!

•How are you navigating the latter part of this year?
•Have you felt a shift in your mood since spring has arrived in the southern hemisphere? 🌼
•Are you noticing the many beautiful aspects of your life, while also digging deeper into those unhealed parts of yourself?

There’s still two & a bit months left of 2025 for you to embark on a mental health journey, because it’s never too late to prioritize yourself.

Witnessing people’s lives & transformations during their healing journey in the therapeutic space is my passion. The immense benefit of connection with animals as part of healing your mental state is something I can’t emphasize enough.

If you’re interested in embarking on a therapeutic journey of understanding yourself better & being treated holistically kindly make contact with me.

Email info@melissaferreira.co.za with queries for appointments or BOOK ONLINE !~ Melissa Ferreira Registered Psychologist (Claremont, Cape Town) 🦋

SERVICES:
•Adult, teen & child psychotherapy
•Personal Growth
•Parent Support & Guidance
•Parent & child therapy
•Family therapy
•Diagnostic Psychological assessments
•Career Guidance assessments
•Online Telehealth therapy sessions (adults only)
•Sorry, no DM’s. (Instagram is not therapy)


~DISCLAIMER: This page is for educational & inspirational purposes only. Posts are not tailored individual advice.

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🦋 SIMPLE mental well being habits~With September around the corner, springtime is in the air & new healthy habits can ma...
31/08/2025

🦋 SIMPLE mental well being habits~

With September around the corner, springtime is in the air & new healthy habits can make all the difference 🌼 🦋

Healthy habits anyone can incorporate into their daily lives:

•Exercise
•Nutrition
•Hydration
•Good Sleep
•Daily Walks

If you’re not able to intentionally incorporate these into your life, it’s usually a good idea to seek professional intervention with a Psychologist, so that you may be assisted, guided & provided with tools to establish & maintain healthy habits so that you’re not feeling unnecessarily depressed or anxious. These conditions can be treated with a healthy lifestyle & psychotherapy.
Psychotropic medications are indicated in severe cases and prescribed by Psychiatrists.

Other healthy additions I recommend depending on unique cases are:
•Targeted Supplementation for mental well-being e.g. Magnesium & Omega 3 (based on scientific evidence)

•Aromatherapy (also based on neuroscience for optimal cognitive & mental functioning)
Witnessing people’s lives & transformations during their healing journey is my passion. The immense benefit of connection with animals & nature as part of healing your mental state is something I can’t emphasize enough.
If you’re interested in embarking on a therapeutic journey of understanding yourself better & being treated holistically kindly make contact with me.

Email info@melissaferreira.co.za with queries for appointments or BOOK ONLINE !~ Melissa Ferreira Registered Psychologist (Claremont, Cape Town) 🦋

SERVICES:
•Adult, teen & child psychotherapy
•Personal Growth
•Parent Support & Guidance
•Parent & child therapy
•Diagnostic Psychological assessments
•Career Guidance assessments
•Online Telehealth therapy sessions (adults only)
•Sorry, no DM’s. (Instagram is not therapy)


~DISCLAIMER: This page is for educational & inspirational purposes only. Posts are not tailored individual advice.

🦋HOLISTIC THERAPIES TO ASSIST FEELINGS~The following therapies are recommended between formal psychotherapy sessions wit...
18/08/2025

🦋HOLISTIC THERAPIES TO ASSIST FEELINGS~

The following therapies are recommended between formal psychotherapy sessions with your registered Psychologist / Counselor and allow to you healthily regulate emotions. Which of these do you do when dysregulated? They can also simply be incorporated as healthy daily habits to ensure mental well being.
~ Melissa Ferreira Registered Psychologist 🦋

•anxious —> deep breathing
•moody —> yoga
•sad —> outside in nature
•overthinking —> go for a long walk
•worrying —> ground using the senses
•angry —> vigorous exercise

~Do you wish to embark on a personal growth & mental health transformation journey?

Are you in an unfulfilling career or unsure as to which career path to choose, based on your unique attributes?

Are you finding parenting challenging & would like support and guidance so that your child(ren) may thrive?

Do you struggle with anxiety; attention; reading or learning difficulties, which are impacting your ability to succeed?

As an experienced Psychologist of 13 years in private practice, I can assist you.
Witnessing people’s lives & transformations during their healing journey is my passion. The immense benefit of connection with animals as part of healing your mental state is something I can’t emphasize enough.
If you’re interested in embarking on a therapeutic journey of understanding yourself better & being treated holistically kindly make contact with me.

Email info@melissaferreira.co.za with queries for appointments or BOOK ONLINE.

SERVICES:
•Adult, teen & child psychotherapy
•Personal Growth
•Parent Support & Guidance
•Parent & child therapy
•Family therapy
•Diagnostic Psychological assessments
•Career Guidance assessments
•Online Telehealth therapy sessions (adults only)
•Sorry, no DM’s. (Instagram is not formal psychotherapy)



~DISCLAIMER: This page is for educational & inspirational purposes only. Posts are not tailored individual advice.

🦋HOLISTIC MENTAL HEALTH & INSPIRATION ~~Do you wish to embark on a personal growth & mental health transformation journe...
16/08/2025

🦋HOLISTIC MENTAL HEALTH & INSPIRATION ~

~Do you wish to embark on a personal growth & mental health transformation journey?
~Are you in an unfulfilling career or unsure as to which career path to choose, based on your unique attributes?
~Are you finding parenting challenging & would like support and guidance so that your child(ren) may thrive?
~Do you struggle with anxiety; attention; reading or learning difficulties, which are impacting your ability to succeed?

As an experienced Psychologist of 13 years in private practice, I can assist you.
Witnessing people’s lives & transformations during their healing journey is my passion. The immense benefit of connection with animals as part of healing your mental state is something I can’t emphasize enough.
If you’re interested in embarking on a therapeutic journey of understanding yourself better & being treated holistically kindly make contact.

Email info@melissaferreira.co.za with queries for appointments or BOOK ONLINE !~ Melissa Ferreira Registered Psychologist (Claremont, Cape Town) 🦋

SERVICES:
•Adult, teen & child psychotherapy
•Personal Growth
•Parent Support & Guidance
•Parent & child therapy
•Family therapy
•Diagnostic Psychological assessments
•Career Guidance assessments
•Online Telehealth therapy sessions (adults only)
•Sorry, no DM’s. (Instagram is not therapy)


~DISCLAIMER: This page is for educational & inspirational purposes only. Posts are not tailored individual advice.

🦋WELL-BEING ~What does well-being mean to you? It’s a complex combination of habits to ensure you’re holistically functi...
21/07/2025

🦋WELL-BEING ~

What does well-being mean to you?

It’s a complex combination of habits to ensure you’re holistically functioning optimally. Habits you can incorporate in your daily life which contribute to mental & overall well-being 🦋
▫️open heart
▫️curious mind
▫️strong body
▫️healthy gut
▫️joyful soul
▫️clean skin
▫️big smile
▫️simple living

~Do you wish to embark on a personal growth & mental health transformation journey?
~Are you in an unfulfilling career or unsure as to which career path to choose, based on your unique attributes?
~Are you finding parenting challenging & would like support and guidance so that your child(ren) may thrive?
~Do you struggle with anxiety; attention; reading or learning difficulties, which are impacting your ability to succeed?

As an experienced Psychologist of 13 years in private practice, I can assist you.
Witnessing people’s lives & transformations during their healing journey is my passion. The immense benefit of connection with animals as part of healing your mental state is something I can’t emphasize enough.
If you’re interested in embarking on a therapeutic journey of understanding yourself better & being treated holistically kindly make contact with me.

Email info@melissaferreira.co.za with queries for appointments or BOOK ONLINE !~ Melissa Ferreira Registered Psychologist (Claremont, Cape Town) 🦋

SERVICES:
•Adult, teen & child psychotherapy
•Personal Growth & transformation
•Parent Support & Guidance
•Diagnostic Psychological assessments
•Career Guidance assessments
•Online Telehealth therapy sessions (adults only)
•Sorry, no DM’s. (Instagram is not therapy)


~DISCLAIMER: This page is for educational & inspirational purposes only. Posts are not tailored individual advice.

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20 Dreyer Street Claremont
Cape Town
7780

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 10:00 - 16:00

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