Meet Claire O'Mahony

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Founder | Educational Psychologist | Specialising in Psycho-legal and Forensic Evaluations

Claire O’ Mahony is a highly experienced Educational Psychologist specialising in Psycho-legal and Forensic Evaluations, with a particular focus on psycho-legal matters involving custody, parenting plans, care and contact disputes, and sexual abuse allegations. As the founder of Claire O’ Mahony Psychology Practice (Pty) Ltd, she leads a trusted team of professionals in Bryanston, Johannesburg, dedicated to delivering thoughtful, evidence-based psychological services.

Claire’s psycho-legal expertise lies in conducting comprehensive forensic assessments, providing expert opinion reports, and supporting legal processes in matters where the psychological well-being of a child is central. Her work is guided by ethical integrity, clinical precision, and a strong child-centred approach, ensuring that the best interests of the child are always the top priority. 

With over a decade in private practice since 2011, Claire also offers a broad range of therapeutic and assessment services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. Her professional journey includes roles at Sparrow Schools (supporting learners with diverse learning needs), the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls, and St Stithians College, where she assisted students in overcoming academic and emotional barriers.Claire’s approach to therapy is eclectic, integrating evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). 

She personalises every intervention to meet the specific emotional and behavioural needs of her clients, with a focus on improving emotional regulation, coping skills, and overall psychological resilience.

• Forensic Psychology & Psycho-Legal Assessments (Custody, care and contact disputes, parenting plans, and sexual abuse matters)  
• Anxiety, Depression & Emotional Dysregulation  
• Aggression, Self-Harming & Behavioural Concerns  
• Psycho-Educational, Cognitive & Career Assessments  
• Parental Guidance & Psychoeducation  
• Separation & Divorce Support for Families  

Whether you’re navigating a complex legal matter or seeking psychological support for your child or family, Claire offers trusted expertise, compassionate care, and clear professional guidance. Her mission is to create safe, consistent, and effective spaces for individuals to grow—emotionally, socially, and academically.