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I am an Occupational Therapist based in Cape Town and my areas of interest include adult and adolescent mental health, vocational rehabilitation and group therapy. I am passionate about mental health, and supporting individuals in creating lives that are personally fulfilling and meaningful. I have experience with different diagnoses including Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Mood and Psychotic Disorders, Personality Disorders, Substance Use Disorders and Eating Disorders.
BOccTher (Pret) 2012
DipVocRehab (Pret) 2014
I use a compassion based, client-centred approach, and prefer to work experientially, which allows me to practically address problems that affect a client’s ability to function at work, school, home or in social situations. I present therapy in either individual sessions or group therapy sessions, depending on what would be most effective for the client.
I use the following evidence-based approaches in my work:
I also conduct Functional Capacity Evaluations for incapacity investigations and insurance claims, and have a post-graduate qualification in Vocational Rehabilitation. I provide case management services to employers and wellness organizations, make recommendations on adaptations to improve work functioning, and develop and implement return to work plans and work hardening programmes.
Provided to clients who, due to health or psychosocial challenges, need practical support…
An effective treatment method to reduce isolation, and instil hope through the sharing of experiences…
Involves the development of a structured and goal directed return to work plan…
Aims to establish whether a person is able to perform their own, or alternative occupation…
Assist employers to understand and address factors in the work place that may be affecting productivity…
Offering an interactive platform for attendees to receive information on various topics…