Juan Steenkamp Occupational Therapy

21/12/2025

Dear Mommies, Daddies, Brothers, Sisters, Grannies, Grandpas, Uncles, Aunts, Cousins, Friends🤗

The JSOT practice want to thank all our clients for their support during 2025. It was a productive year for all, and we are thankful for all the progress and development that each child has shown. We will be opening on the 5th of January 2026.

We are in the joyful and happy season but also at times the silly season. We want to remind you that this time of year comes with plenty of change, differences, and loads of extra sensory stimulation and change in routine🤯. If your differently abled child occasionally acts out, become frustrated or present with so-called poor behaviour, just remember they can't help it. They also want to be part of the fun and be acknowledged🥳. It is just a bit difficult for them. We want you to remember that they are not naughty or deliberately spoiling your fun. They are communicating their specific needs.

Our recommendations for a happy festive season include the following🎉:
1. Make sure you have a set plan and routine that is visually available to your child. Make sure they can see what is going to happen and what to anticipate.🖼
2. Choose your battles. Don't force, don't shout. Ignore bad and manipulative behaviour and redirect attention to something different.🎭
3. Make sure you have activities planned and on hand (activities that fall within their interest) to keep your child busy.🧩
4. Ignore people's judgement and advice, who does not walk in your shoes every day. You don't need to impress anyone, neither does your child. 🙅🙅‍♀️
5. Acknowledge your child and provide positive feedback and verbal praise when they least expect it and consistently. 👨‍🍼🤗😚
6. Be firm with family and friends who do not want to follow your way of handling your child. Set boundaries and be diplomatic and kind. ⛔️
7. Provide your child with sensory breaks or quiet times throughout. Be aware of how they react and be aware of when they need to have a break from crowds or too much sensory input. Set up a calm down corner with fidgets and books they like. Spend a little quiet time with them and get back to the festivities. 🤫👩‍👦👨‍👦
8. Self care is important. Acknowledge your own triggers and what affects your emotional regulation. Be kind to yourself. Regularly pat yourself on the back and say to yourself "You got this", because you do!

We hope this will assist you and your family in making the best of this joyful season.

Happy holidays, and may 2026 be prosperous and blessed for you all. 🎈🎉👍
Regards

JSOT PRACTICE

23/11/2025

We are posting this opportunity on behalf of one of our amazing clients. This is a lovely family and the boys are awesome.
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🌟 Job Opportunity: Teacher / Au Pair for Two Wonderful Boys 🌟
Area: Westville

Hi everyone,
I’m looking for a kind, patient, and committed teacher/au pair to join our family from 8am–1pm daily. Own transport is essential.

The role involves supporting my two boys, ages 6 and 10:

✨ My youngest will be starting Grade 1 next year. He has CHARGE Syndrome, a hearing and visual impairment, and some fine motor challenges. He’s incredibly bright, determined, and absolutely loves school. I’m looking for someone who can teach him, guide his learning, and help him meet his goals in a fun, structured way.

✨ My oldest is going to Grade 5 and does online school. He has ADHD and is mostly independent with his work, but may need help from time to time with studying, projects, or areas he finds difficult.

The role also includes:

Assisting with homeschooling routines

Supervising the boys when I’m out with clients

Occasionally accompanying one child to therapy/OT or keeping the other engaged at home

Supporting a calm, flexible environment that suits a neurodiverse family

We are a warm, supportive household, and we’d love someone who is patient, adaptable, and genuinely passionate about helping children learn and flourish.

If you’re interested or would like more information, please email me at antoinettemiller7@gmail.com.
(And a kind request: if you decide the role isn’t the right fit after interviewing, please let me know rather than ghosting.)

Thank you! 💛

30/10/2025

Happy Birthday Ms. Sanha. 🎂🎁🎈. Have an awesome day🎉🥳💐. May there be many many more happy and healthy birthdays waiting for you.🤗

27/10/2025

The JSOT practice wishes all OT's around the globe a happy World Occupational Therapy Day!

20/10/2025

We at the JSOT practice wishes all our clients who observes Diwali, a happy and blessed day. 🪔🎇

22/09/2025

The JSOT practice wishes all Occupational Therapists a happy OT week. 💐

20/09/2025

04/09/2025

It is with great pleasure that we inform all our existing and future clients of our new team member who will soon start working full time at the JSOT practice. Our new team member is a dedicated, friendly and skilled occupational therapist who is already adding loads of value to the practice and all our client's lives. We gladly introduce you to Ms. Sanha Sukdhaw.

Ms. Sanha qualified as an occupational therapist from the University of KwaZulu-Natal in 2021. She has since pursued extensive postgraduate training, including certifications in Hand Therapy, Neurological Disorders, and MAES Therapy—making her one of a select group of therapists in South Africa with this advanced neurodevelopmental qualification.

Ms. Sanha brings five years of diverse clinical experience to the team, with a strong foundation in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Her work has spanned physical rehabilitation, neurological conditions, hand injuries, and early intervention—gained across clinics, community healthcare centers, schools and private hospitals in Durban. She has worked in ICU, CCU, NICU, and acute care environments. She is experienced in managing heavy and complicated caseloads across a broad patient population.

Her early career included community service at Cato Manor CHC, with additional inpatient exposure at King Edward VIII Hospital.

Ms. Sanha is known for her calm, empathetic, and client-centered approach. She combines clinical knowledge with strong interpersonal skills to build meaningful therapeutic relationships and promote positive outcomes. Her special interest in neurological rehabilitation and neurodivergent affirming practices continues to guide her professional journey.

Ms. Sanha will take over some of Mr. Steenkamp's caseload. This will however be discussed with clients on an individual basis. Mr. Steenkamp is happy to endorse Ms. Sanha, as he has full trust in her skills and experience. Ms. Sanha has been working at the JSOT practice in a consultant capacity since January 2025 and she already added amazing value to many of our clients and their families in a short space of time.

We are looking forward to see more of Ms. Sanha soon and we know that our growing team is heading in the right direction. Towards client specific, evidence based care that affirms neurodivergence and optimally impacts each and every client.

10/08/2025

10/08/2025

Did you know that the visual system plays a pivotal role in shaping our perception skills? https://ilslearningcorner.com/2016-06-visual-system-lack-visual-development-creates-poor-visual-perception-skills/

04/08/2025