ABOUT
Get to know me
ABOUT ME
Alicia Myburgh
Occupational Therapist
I am an occupational therapist who qualified with a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy at the University of the Witwatersrand in 2016. I returned in 2018 to understand paediatric development even further and obtained a Masters of Science in Occupational therapy in 2021, from the University of the Witwatersrand, specialising in paediatric OT and sleep therapy. In addition:
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I registered for the DIR:FCD Professional Certification and qualified for my level 1 in 2020.
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I undertook the SOS introduction course in June 2021
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I have studied further for the Hand Therapist Certification Board exam however I have not registered as an HTC
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Additionally, I continue to undertake education regarding therapy practices and supports for children from NICU care to adulthood.
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Children are so resilient, there is no way not to want to be involved!
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I am enthusiastic about creating independence and a quality of life for children and further focus on improving my skills by attending regular courses related to paediatric rehabilitation. I believe in working closely with parents and caregivers to allow for carry over in the home and school environments.
MY APPROACH
Home-based strategies to enhance development
Easy Occupational Therapy is a crazy idea of a dreamer. The dreamer who wanted to provide not only occupational therapy, but also occupational therapy resources for mums and dads who want to enhance their child's current skills within the home.
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The strategies in the resources are not unique, but they are now easily available and encourage gross/fine/visual-perceptual/sensory modulation/ADL skills. These activities are wonderful and can be reused as they are in a PDF format... They just keep on giving!
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I believe that for children to develop a strong foundation, family needs to be involved! As such I encourage home based services and try to meet families where they are.
