Janette Hermann
Social Worker & Family Professional
Welcome to a Safe Space for Healing and Empowerment
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At the heart of my practice is a commitment to trauma-informed care and a child-centred approach, ensuring that every child and family I work with receives the highest level of support and protection.
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I am Janette Hermann, a registered Social Worker and Family Professional specialising in forensic assessments, therapy, and counselling. With years of experience, my goal is to provide compassionate and expert guidance to individuals and families facing complex challenges. Whether you are navigating issues of child abuse, family conflict, or safeguarding, I am dedicated to creating a safe, empowering space where your needs are heard and prioritised.
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Through my work, I am deeply committed to safeguarding children and advocating for their voices to be heard, regardless of the obstacles they face. I strive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those I work with, helping them navigate difficult circumstances with confidence and support.
Trauma-Informed and Child-Centred Practice
Forensic Child Abuse Assessments, Residency, Care and Contact Assessments, Relocation Assessments, Voice of the Child, Supervised Visitations, Therapeutic Support, Victim Support, Determination of the best interest of children, Forensic evaluations, Psycho-social-legal investigations.
I provide specialised forensic services for both children and adults, including:
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Forensic Child Abuse Assessments: Thorough investigations into allegations of abuse to provide evidence and support appropriate interventions.
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​Child Participation (Voice of the Child): Ensuring that children's perspectives and needs are considered in decision-making processes.
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Residency, Care and Contact Investigations: In-depth assessments to determine the best outcomes for children in custody or divorce disputes.
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Relocation Assessments: Evaluations to assess the impact and appropriateness of relocating a child or family, considering their well-being and best interests.
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Socio-Emotional Assessments: Evaluations of emotional and social functioning to inform therapeutic interventions and legal decisions.
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Interactional Analysis Investigations: Detailed analyses of family interactions to understand dynamics and address issues of concern.
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Forensic Assessments for Adults: Comprehensive evaluations, including psychosocial assessments, presentencing assessments, parental capacity assessments, and risk assessments, to provide valuable insights for legal decisions, rehabilitation planning, and ensuring the well-being of individuals and their families.
In addition to forensic services, I have obtained numerous local and international trainings in Forensic Interviewing of Children, Safeguarding of Children, Parent-Child Attachment Relationships, Trauma, and various therapeutic techniques including CBT, DBT, and EMDR. I have also co-developed a programme addressing sex and love addiction.
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As an active ambassador for The Teddy Bear Foundation and RISE Against Domestic Violence, I work to raise awareness and support in the community.
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My extensive knowledge and intensive training enable me to approach each case, including high-conflict situations and individuals with complex personalities, from multiple perspectives. This ensures a thorough and nuanced understanding of complex and unique matters.
Contact Me
74 Van Ryneveld Avenue, Centurion.
50 Long Street, Cape Town.
+27 72 386 7920
I also have satellite offices in Pietermaritzburg, Hermanus, George, and Brackenfell, where I offer Forensic Child Abuse Assessments, as well as Forensic Family Relocation, Custody Disputes and Voice of the Child Assessments.