Priscilla Myburgh – Occupational Therapist – Lyttelton

Priscilla Myburgh – Occupational Therapist – Lyttelton

Priscilla Myburgh – Occupational Therapist – Lyttelton brings a passion for mental health and evidence-based practice to CL Stander & Associates. She graduated with a BSc in Occupational Therapy from the University of Stellenbosch in 2017, then completed her community service year at Tambo Memorial Hospital, where she supported clients with psychosis and intellectual disabilities ot4mentalhealth.co.za. Furthermore, Priscilla initially began studying physiotherapy before discovering her true vocation in mental health, which drives her authentic and compassionate approach.

Over the past five years at CL Stander & Associates, she has earned OT Grow training and developed extensive expertise in group therapy. Consequently, she leverages group cohesion to foster remarkable changes in mood and social engagement. Moreover, she is currently pursuing her Master’s in Psychiatry at the University of the Witwatersrand, researching routine outcome measurement in private psychiatric settings. Ultimately, her mission remains to promote evidence-based care that uncovers barriers to recovery and builds lasting resilience.

Services

• Group Therapy designed to harness peer support, foster self-compassion, and refine coping strategies

• Functional Capacity Evaluations (PsyFCE) to assess work-related capabilities and guide return-to-work planning

• Sensory Integration Interventions addressing tactile, vestibular, and proprioceptive needs to reduce anxiety

• Cognitive Rehabilitation programmes that strengthen memory, attention, and executive functioning through structured tasks

• Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Retraining, focusing on self-care, meal preparation, and community participation via graded practice

• Assistive Technology Prescription, including adaptive utensils, mobility aids, and home-modification recommendations

• Caregiver Education to equip families with strategies that reinforce therapeutic gains at home

• Stress-Management Workshops, teaching mindfulness, time-management, and relaxation techniques

• Teletherapy Consultations via secure video platform for clients with mobility or scheduling constraints

• Outcome Measurement & Quality Improvement, employing validated tools to track progress and refine treatment plans

Priscilla designs each intervention to meet clients where they are, thereby ensuring meaningful and measurable outcomes.

Additional Information

CL Stander & Associates operates from a contemporary mental-health day clinic in Lyttelton, featuring private therapy suites, a dedicated group room, and a sensory-integration space equipped with tactile stations, swings, and mats ot4mentalhealth.co.za. Moreover, the practice utilises a secure electronic medical record system, which streamlines multidisciplinary collaboration with psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers. Consequently, clients benefit from truly holistic care.

In this supportive environment, Priscilla collaborates closely with her colleagues to deliver cohesive programmes that address physical, cognitive, and emotional dimensions of recovery. Furthermore, the clinic adheres to rigorous infection-control protocols, ensuring all equipment and spaces undergo thorough sanitisation between sessions. Patients appreciate the warm décor, comfortable waiting area, and flexible scheduling—including extended evenings and weekend slots—which accommodate diverse lifestyles.

Outside of work, Priscilla enjoys outdoor activities and engages in ongoing professional development through workshops on outcome measurement and group therapy techniques. Ultimately, her blend of academic research and hands-on practice fuels her commitment to delivering top-quality care.

Take the first step toward restored independence and mental well-being by scheduling your personalised assessment with Priscilla today.