Elisna Carstens Arbeidsterapie

07/07/2025

So last week, this happened! 🥳

Officially fully trained in Ayres Sensory Integration.

This qualification took me 6 years to complete. A lot of late nights, sacrifices, tears, successes and self-evaluation. I am so thankfull for amazing mentors, colleagues and family that have cheered me on and still do.

Looking forward to supporting more families with this amazing treatment modality!

17/06/2025

04/06/2025

Did you know that our bodies have 8 Sensory Systems?!?!

Occupational Therapists with special training in Ayres Sensory Integration, can help you understand your childs sensory systems as well as your own.

If you think that your child (or yourself) is struggeling in any systems, please feel free to contact us.

05/05/2025

We've been very busy moving our bodies purposefully, strenghtening our fingers, regulating our nervous systems, improving our visual perception skills, integrating reflexes and much more!

Contact me for more information if you think your child needs support.

25/04/2025

Thank you Karitas Spsiale Skool Malmesbury for inviting me to your ASD celebration this morning! It was lovely to chat to your parents about and how we can assist our kids to function more in the by making simple adjustments to reduce sugar intake, use a visual schedule for routine and predictability and using screentime appropriately. Thank you Alida van Wyk Spraakterapie ∙ Speech Therapy for sharing your knowledge with us as well!

It was a special morning celebrating

02/04/2025

2 April - World Autism Day

Thank you beautiful child for teaching me and keeping me humble. I wish to celebrate you everyday!

28/03/2025

Wow! How powerfull! This is what I work/live for! Just wow!

27/03/2025

Congratulations Dr Jerome Peter Fredericks! So proud to have studied under you!

𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗮 𝗣𝗵𝗗! 🎓

Jerome Fredericks' journey is nothing short of inspiring. Once a child begging on the streets, a chance encounter with volleyball changed his life forever. The sport kept him focused, out of trouble, and fueled his passion for helping others.

Now? He’s a PhD graduate in occupational therapy, a lecturer, and a researcher working to improve accessibility for wheelchair users in minibus taxis. 🚐💡
His story is proof that sport changes lives. "A child in sport is a child out of court."

𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚:
https://www.sun.ac.za/english/Lists/news/DispForm.aspx?ID=11198

21/03/2025

Today we celebrate all our friends with Down Syndrome 🥳 What a privilege to know you! 😍🤗

💛💙 Happy World Down Syndrome Day! 💙💛

Today, we celebrate the strength, abilities, and individuality of people with Down Syndrome! 🧦💙

📌 Did you know?
✅ Down Syndrome is the most common chromosomal condition, occurring in approximately 1 in 700 births worldwide.
✅ It is not a disease—it’s a naturally occurring genetic variation!
✅ With the right support, inclusion, and opportunities, individuals with Down Syndrome thrive in school, work, and social life.
✅ People with Down Syndrome experience a full range of emotions, just like everyone else!
✅ The best way to promote inclusion? See the ability, not the disability!

👕 Join us by rocking your crazy socks today! 🧦 Let’s start conversations, raise awareness, and create a more inclusive world.

💬 Comment below with a 💙💛 to show your support!

14/03/2025

Lets JUMP into the weekend!

It has been a busy 2 weeks at the practice! I am greatful for all the new (and old) faces that has entered my doors.

Have an awsome weekend and remember to do something that fills your cup, even if it's jumping!

27/02/2025

Hello There!

I thought I would reintroduce myself since life has changed quite alot for me and my practice in the last few years.

This is me and my youngest daugther, busy setting up equipment in my new therapy room at Land van Kabouters, Malmesbury. I am very excited to be providing Occupational Therapy services here from next week 😄

Over the past few years I have been keeping busy with finishing my Ayres Sensory Integration qualification while working with the most precious and vulnerable children and their families in various settings. Now I am excited to plant roots and make a change for families in Malmesbury.

Keep an eye out for more exciting updates!

14/02/2025

Stay tuned!