Charis Stols – Occupational Therapist – Die Hoewes

Charis Stols – Occupational Therapist – Die Hoewes

Charis Stols – Occupational Therapist – Die Hoewes practices at Vista Clinic, where she specialises in psychiatric occupational therapy for adults facing mental health challenges. She earned her BSc in Occupational Therapy from the University of the Witwatersrand in 2019 and joined the Vista team in 2021. Since then, Charis has balanced clinical work with postgraduate study, as she pursues a Master’s in Occupational Therapy focused on self-efficacy and discharge preparedness.

In addition, Charis applies evidence-based methods to help clients reclaim daily routines disrupted by anxiety, depression, or trauma. Consequently, she designs therapy programmes that blend graded activities with mindfulness exercises, ensuring that each session builds both skill and confidence. Moreover, her enthusiastic use of group dynamics fosters peer support and enhances motivation.

Furthermore, Charis contributes to Vista’s professional community by co-facilitating in-house workshops on occupational balance, boundary setting, and life-skill development. Therefore, patients benefit from both individual and collective learning environments.

Services

Our multidisciplinary team at Vista Clinic integrates cutting-edge techniques with personalised strategies, offering:

• Comprehensive functional assessments to evaluate ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) such as grooming, cooking, and household tasks

• Graded ADL training that restores independence through step-by-step skill building and real-world practice

• Cognitive rehabilitation exercises to improve attention, memory, and executive function, using both paper-and-digital platforms

• Sensory integration activities for clients with anxiety or trauma histories, employing tactile, vestibular, and proprioceptive exercises

• Group therapy programmes that foster peer support, psychoeducation, and resilience workshops in stress management

• Home environment analyses to identify and adapt barriers to safe, independent living—such as recommending assistive devices or layout changes

• Workplace wellness consultations that propose ergonomic modifications and adaptive equipment to sustain employment and reduce injury risk

• Pain-management strategies, including therapeutic exercises, joint protection techniques, and heat/cold modalities

• Discharge-planning services coordinating home-care support, caregiver training, and community referrals to maintain gains post-therapy

Each service incorporates collaborative goal-setting and ongoing progress monitoring, so clients remain active partners in their rehabilitation journey.

Additional Information

Moreover, Charis works closely with psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers, thereby ensuring truly holistic care. As a result, every treatment plan addresses the biological, psychological, and social dimensions of health. Vista Clinic’s landscaped garden areas also provide a serene backdrop for outdoor therapeutic exercises and mindfulness walks, reinforcing the mind-body connection.

In addition, Charis participates in continuing professional development, regularly attending workshops on trauma-informed practice, motivational interviewing, and innovative OT methodologies. Consequently, her practice remains at the forefront of occupational therapy innovation. Furthermore, she contributes to multicentre research projects exploring virtual-reality rehabilitation and telehealth-enhanced home programmes, ensuring that clients benefit from the latest advances.

Overall, Charis emphasises open communication, shared decision-making, and empathetic partnership at every stage. Schedule a consultation today to experience personalised occupational therapy that empowers your journey toward functional independence and lasting well-being.