On today’s podcast we have Hiromè Shigeaki, a qualified occupational therapist currently working in a psychiatric setting. Hiromè, shares his experience with rejection and how this was influenced as a result of him moving between multiple foster homes. Hiro, further speaks to the importance of second chances not only from others but forgiving yourself and allowing yourself that second chance. Finally, Hiro gives advice to those who are having difficulties with their studies. Please do follow him on Instagram @Hirome_Shigeaki if you’d like to see and follow his adventures!

On today’s podcast we have Makungu Valoyi, a registered SA occupational therapist. Makungu is currently working in a psychiatric setting and she lets us in on the type of groups she runs with her patients she further speaks to the importance of setting healthy boundaries. In addition, Makungu tells all about her partnership with The Fix clothing store and raising awareness for self-harm. Finally, she let’s us in on what she’s currently pursuing her Masters degree in. Do give her a follow on advocacy4mentalhealth on Instagram!

On today’s podcast we have Ike Ntanzi, a YouTuber, an author an influencer better known as #TheThreadist and an Audiologist. Ike takes us through his childhood and elaborates on how his upbringing has influenced the health professional he is today. He then tells all about his latest book and why you should purchase it- titled Umthakathi the Witch. His latest book release covers controversial topics that will have you as the reader intrigued from the word go. Finally, Ike unpacks how a young boy from a rural area in SA came to learn about Audiology & further unpacks his roles and responsibilities as an Industrial Audiologist working at a private mine. He further elaborates the work he does as a Home Interventionist under an organization at WITS University known as- High Hopes NGO. Please do contact his team if you’d like to purchase his latest book: [email protected]

On today’s podcast we have Imé Malan-du Plessis a qualified South African Occupational Therapist. Imé speaks about the importance of prevocational skills for person’s-living with an intellectual disability and why early intervention is important for persons living with a disability. She further highlights the importance of integration as a means of therapeutic intervention for a patient. Lastly, Imé shares why she has decided to move and practice as a therapist in Australia. If you’d like to get in contact with her please feel free to contact her on: [email protected]

On today’s podcast we have Ncebakazi Dlamini, a registered dietician tell us all about her journey in starting her own private practice. She reveals that she was not ready to start the practice so early on in her career but she leaped for the opportunity! Ncebakazi further reveals the importance of multiple income streams as well as having savings as this helped her start her practice. Please do contact her if you are in need of her services : 010 0650 424

On today’s episode we have Tanya Muir, a South African OT who’s found a niche in the importance of sleep. In this episode Tanya shares how being a mother helped influenced her interest in the quality of ones sleep and what role Occupational Therapists play in one’s sleep participation. Tanya further delves into the impact sleep deprivation has on one’s functioning and mood. Finally, Tanya highlights the importance of waking up at the same time every morning and why you shouldn’t press that snooze button as tempting as it usually is. Please do follow her on Instagram @sleep_ot

On today’s podcast we have Maxwell Ushe on the show! A budding entrepreneur, fitness trainer and philanthropist. Maxwell speaks about the importance of having a positive mindset and how engaging in fitness training has helped influence his confidence levels as well as his outlook on life. Please do follow Maxwell on his social media platforms @maxwell_ushe

In this week’s podcast I speak to Leanne Van Zyl an Occupational Therapist working in sensory integration. Leanne speaks to the importance of Kangaroo Mother Care, the importance of crawling and the sensory benefits a child receives through this. Finally, Leanne speaks about how to become an Occupational therapist working in SI.

On this weeks’ podcast the host speaks to Astrid a qualified occupational therapist who completed her community service year in 2020. Astrid’s journey with occupational therapy has indeed been an adventure and she takes us through all the difficulties she experienced throughout her varsity career. With that being said Astrid graduated in record time regardless of all the hurdles she had to jump over. The host and Astrid further speak to community service & the costs involved to move to possibly a different province. Finally, Astrid speaks to still being unemployed 5-months post community service and how this has impacted her health & well-being as well as her engagement in other occupations.

On today’s podcast I speak to Beauty Ngcobo a qualified Occupational Therapist who is a part of the Uhambo Foundation a foundation under Shonaquip. Shonaquip is a company which provides wheelchair related services & support to clients, families, caregivers & professionals across South Africa. Beauty, speaks about some of the challenges that persons living with a disability experience, she further delves into the social injustices which further perpetuate the stigma & barriers experienced by persons living with a disability.