Watermeyer & van der Merwe Occupational Therapists

17/11/2025

Small changes at work can prevent big problems.

Our Ergonomic Risk Assessments help companies identify risks in offices, factories, and production environments, ensuring employees stay safe, healthy, and productive.

Through careful observation and assessment, our Occupational Therapists provide:

-Recommendations to reduce physical strain and injury
-Adjustments to workstations, seating, and equipment
-Guidance to meet workplace safety and certification standards
-Strategies to improve staff wellbeing and efficiency

Investing in ergonomics doesn’t just protect your team, it boosts performance, reduces absenteeism, and supports long-term business success.

Keep your team safe. Keep your business strong.

📍 Assessments for offices, factories, and production environments
📍 Tailored solutions for your workplace
📍 Conducted by qualified Occupational Therapists

15/11/2025

Leadership training for prefects, class representatives, student body members, and emerging student leaders who want to grow into their potential. Leadership isn’t just about titles; it’s about skills that last a lifetime.

Our Leadership Development Program helps teens strengthen emotional intelligence, self-awareness, decision-making, teamwork, and communication... the qualities that make a true leader, not just a titleholder. Through guided group activities with our OT’s and real-world simulations, learners explore what it means to lead with empathy, handle pressure with confidence, and communicate with clarity.

14/11/2025

Matric exams are stressful, but stress doesn’t have to control you.

Our Matric Survival Toolkit helps learners build practical skills to face exams with confidence, focus, and resilience. Through targeted sessions led by qualified Occupational Therapists, students learn to:

-Manage time effectively and prioritize tasks
-Use breathing and relaxation techniques to stay calm
-Handle pressure and unexpected challenges
-Build focus, motivation, and self-discipline
-Cope with setbacks and maintain mental wellbeing

Small group sessions provide hands-on practice, guidance, and peer support … helping students develop strategies they can apply immediately, not just in exams, but in life. Take control this exam season, prepare your mind, body, and focus.

23/10/2025

You probably think occupational therapy is just about recovery or injury rehab…

But at W&M, we go far beyond that. From leadership training and stress management to workplace assessments and personality dynamics...we help you thrive in school, work, and life.

This series will unpack the many surprising ways OT can help you reach your full potential. OT is WAY more than you think.

09/10/2025

30/09/2025

Finally showing what we have been working on...
Here’s the new look!

26/09/2025

21/09/2025

An inspiring message from one of our directors, Chanette van der Merwe. At Watermeyer and van der Merwe, we are proud to be in an occupation of service. May Occupational Therapist know their worth and strive to honor our clients, colleagues and greater community. Blessed OT week to all.