Sasha Prinsloo

Sasha is the Director of Sasha Prinsloo Occupational Therapy Inc.  She graduated in 2014 from the University of the Free State, and since then, has been passionate about adult rehabilitation and the meaningful occupations that enrich their lives. As occupational therapists, we recognize the power of purposeful activity. In the words of Mary Reilly, "that man, through the use of his hands, as energized by his will, can influence the state of his own health."

Sasha has completed her diploma in vocational rehabilitation, with a focus on the occupation where adults spend most of their time—the occupation of work. Her passion lies in empowering individuals to thrive in their working lives and achieve a sense of purpose and fulfillment through meaningful engagement.

Simone Bezuidenhout

Simone is the Tokai Occupational Therapy Manager. She graduated from the University of the Western Cape in 2017 and completed her community service at Matibidi Hospital, rural Mpumalanga. Here, she learned how to work within a community setting and provided care not only based at the hospital but in the community and the home.

Simone has a keen interest in vulnerable populations and understands that occupational participation is affected by the opportunities that are provided to the person. "We have the capacity to create the opportunity for all our patients to engage in the occupations/activities they find purposeful and meaningful".

Laura Jacobs

Laura Jacobs is a Junior Occupational Therapist at Faircape Health Somerset West.

She graduated from the University of the Western Cape in 2022 and completed her community service at Paarl Hospital. During this time, she gained valuable experience working with diverse populations and conditions, including neurological disorders, burns, pediatrics, and orthopedics.

Her professional interests include cognitive rehabilitation, neurological conditions, and palliative care. She is passionate about Occupational Therapy as it allows her to collaborate with patients to help them achieve their full potential and independence in all aspects of life. She values the holistic approach of Occupational Therapy, which addresses the physical, emotional, and cognitive needs of individuals.

Karla Richter

Karla Richter is the Senior Occupational Therapist and Practice Manager at Faircape Health Somerset West.

She graduated from the University of the Free State in 2014 and completed her community service in the beautiful Lowveld at Rob Ferreira Hospital.

She has a deep passion for neurorehabilitation and spinal cord injuries and is inspired by the opportunity to help individuals reach their fullest potential after experiencing loss or injury.

In addition to her clinical work, she is dedicated to empowering junior Occupational Therapists by sharing knowledge, developing skills, and celebrating their victories and growth.

Rosé Endley

Rosé is our dedicated Occupational Therapist and OT Practice Manager at the Sports Science institute of South Africa (SSISA). She graduated from The University of Cape Town and completed her community service in Pofadder, rural Northern Cape. Her passion includes; neurological rehabilitation and amputation management.

“Healthcare is not merely a basic right to life but is also rooted in our right to dignity and respect” is what she lives by both personally and professionally.

Bernalee Herbert

Bernalee Herbert is a Junior Occupational Therapist at Faircape Health Somerset West.

She graduated from the University of Pretoria in 2022 and completed her community service at Mosvold Hospital in rural KwaZulu-Natal, where she developed a deep passion for rural rehabilitation.

For her, being an Occupational Therapist is not just a profession but a calling. She is passionate about helping people regain the ability to engage in meaningful occupations through a holistic approach. She has a special interest in neurorehabilitation, spinal rehabilitation, and hand therapy and continues to grow her expertise and passion in these fields.

Julia Osler

Julia graduated from the University of the Western Cape and completed her community service in Mount Fletcher, rural Eastern Cape. Her interests include; upper limb injuries and Neurological conditions.

Irena Kuhlenthal

Irena graduated from the University of Cape Town and completed her community service in Mseleni, rural KZN. She firmly believes in the holistic rehabilitation of a person and that every individual has the potential to live a fulfilling and meaningful life, even if it looks different to what they had first expected.

Her passion lies in the idea that people are able to achieve so much more joy, contentment and purpose in their lives, if only someone would take the time to listen and understand what it is that they need and want to do.

“It’s not enough to give a patient something to do with their hands. You must reach for the heart as well as the hands. It’s the heart that really does the healing.” - Ora Ruggles

Tasleema Najaar

Tasleema graduated from the University of the Western Cape and completed her community service in Postmasburg. She is passionate about upper limb rehabilitation and cognitive rehabilitation.

Alissa Dawson

Alissa graduated from the University of Cape Town and completed her community service at Umlamli Hospital, rural Eastern Cape. She is passionate about adult rehabilitation and helping individuals achieve their full potential for safe participation and independence in meaningful occupations.

Sabom Nzenzo

Sabom graduated from the University of Cape Town and completed her community service at New District Hospital in Bloemfontein. Her interests include; traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries and visual impairment.

Taahirah Samuels

Taahirah graduated from the University of the Western Cape and completed her community service in Kimberley, Northern Cape. She has a keen interest in upper limb rehabilitation and helping individuals reach their full potential in daily life.