About Nelisiwe Occupational Therapy Services
Providing objective, evidence-based occupational therapy assessments and intervention for adults with various conditions. We work closely with employers and legal stakeholders who require functional capacity evaluations and interventions for their employees or clients. This includes evaluation of the work and home environment for optimal functioning.
Professional Background
Nelisiwe Occupational Therapy Services is an independent occupational therapy practice offering specialist services across vocational rehabilitation, medico-legal assessments, mental and physical rehabilitation, hand therapy and home-based interventions.
The practice provides objective, clinically grounded evaluations of functional ability, work capacity, employability, and psychosocial functioning. Services are delivered in clinical settings, workplaces, and clients' homes—ensuring assessments and interventions reflect real-life contexts.
Nelisiwe Occupational Therapy Services supports attorneys, insurers, employers, healthcare professionals, and individuals through evidence-based assessment, clear clinical reasoning, and ethically defensible reporting in high-stakes decision-making.
Mission & Vision
Our Mission
We provide honest, ethical occupational therapy that helps people feel heard, supported, and empowered—especially when they are navigating disability, work challenges, or complex life changes.
Our Vision
We strive to be a trusted specialist practice known for quality care, integrity, and helping people participate meaningfully in work and everyday life.
Professional Principles
Independence & Objectivity
We operate independently, offering unbiased evidence-based assessments free from external influence.
Evidence-Based Methodology
All evaluations are grounded in current best practices and scientific research, focusing on functional work capacity and vocational potential.
Clear & Defensible Reporting
Reports are detailed, legally defensible, and presented in clear, professional language suitable for legal proceedings.
Ethical & Professional Practice
We uphold the highest standards of ethics, professionalism and confidentiality in all assessments.
Professional Qualifications & Memberships
Registered, qualified, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of occupational therapy practice through ongoing professional development.
HPCSA Registered
Fully registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa, ensuring ethical, professional, and evidence-based practice.
OTASA Member
Active member of the Occupational Therapy Association of South Africa, maintaining current knowledge through continuous professional development.
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy.
University of Pretoria
Postgraduate Diploma in Vocational Rehabilitation.
ErgoScience
Professional training in ergonomics, vocational rehabilitation, and functional assessment.