Shanna

Miss Shanna Louwrens

Occupational Therapist

“Effective, family-centred paediatric Occupational Therapy services that are accessible and affordable.”

About Me

I offer family-centred paediatric Occupational Therapy, guiding children to develop vital skills for daily life. My approach involves working closely with families, ensuring practical strategies are integrated at home. This helps children thrive in their natural environments. I am committed to making effective therapy accessible, so more families can access the support they need. Parents value the collaborative partnership and clear, actionable guidance provided.

Approach

Support grows from everyday moments into practical steps families can use each day. I offer clinic and online sessions in Johannesburg in English, paced for under-fives through school-age children, blending short parent coaching with play-based tasks and simple home routines. Assessments shape focused, achievable goals we track together, adjusting activities as skills and family life change. Families who want clear, affordable strategies to use between sessions tend to find this approach helpful.
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Basic Information

Services

Services Offered:

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    Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.

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    Child / Adolescent Therapy

    Therapy for children and teenagers using age-appropriate methods, such as play, art, or adapted talk therapy, to address emotional and behavioural difficulties.

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    Occupational Therapy

    A therapy that helps people develop or recover the practical skills needed for daily life activities, from self-care to work and social participation.

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    Training

    Professional development programmes for mental health practitioners, including workshops, courses, and continuing education.

Works With:

  • •Children
  • •Groups
  • •Individuals
  • •Under Fives

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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    Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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    ADHD / Attention

    A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.

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    Autism (ASD)

    A neurodevelopmental condition affecting social communication, sensory processing, and behaviour patterns, with a wide range of presentations and strengths.

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    Behaviour or Conduct Issues

    Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.

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    Child Behaviour

    Behavioural difficulties in children, such as tantrums, aggression, withdrawal, or defiance, that signal emotional distress or developmental needs.

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    Learning or Development Difficulties

    Conditions that affect a person's ability to acquire, process, or apply information, such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, or intellectual disability, impacting education and daily life.

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    Physical Disability

    A condition that limits physical functioning, mobility, or stamina, which can carry psychological impacts including adjustment, identity, and social challenges.

Professional Title:

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    Occupational Therapist

    A therapist who helps people develop or recover the practical skills needed for daily life, work, and social participation.

Qualifications

University of Pretoria

SAISI

SANDTA

University of Pretoria

Registrations

Health Professions Council Of South Africa (HPCSA); Board of Health Funders (BHF)

Occupational Therapist

Service Area

Forest Town School

In-person & Online

Forest Town

Johannesburg, Gauteng

South Africa