Roanne Muller – Psychiatric Occupational Therapist – Die Wilgers

Roanne Muller – Psychiatric Occupational Therapist – Die Wilgers

Ms Roanne Muller – Psychiatric Occupational Therapist – Die Wilgers holds a B Occupational Therapy degree from the University of Pretoria (2005) and completed her Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health in 2008, marking over seventeen years of specialised practice. Moreover, she earned advanced certification in Recovery-Oriented Practice and Sensory Modulation techniques, enhancing her ability to support clients with complex psychiatric conditions.

As a Psychiatric Occupational Therapist, Roanne applies a holistic, person-centred approach. She assesses each individual’s functional abilities, mental health status, and social context. Consequently, she crafts personalized intervention plans that target daily living skills, emotional regulation, and community integration. Furthermore, she leads multidisciplinary case conferences, collaborating closely with psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers to ensure seamless care continuity.

In addition, Roanne mentors junior therapists and facilitates in-house workshops on trauma-informed care, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and cognitive-behavioural strategies. As a result, her colleagues adopt best practices that improve therapeutic outcomes. Ultimately, her mission is to empower every client to achieve greater independence and a stronger sense of purpose.

Services

• Comprehensive Functional Assessments evaluating ADLs, IADLs, and cognitive capacities

• Sensory Modulation Programs using sensory rooms, weighted blankets, and aromatherapy to reduce anxiety

• Recovery-Oriented Group Therapy, focusing on peer support, skill-building, and goal setting

• Individual Intervention Plans addressing life skills, daily routines, and stress management

• Cognitive Rehabilitation for clients with executive dysfunction, memory challenges, and attention deficits

• Psychoeducation Workshops on mindfulness, emotion regulation, and coping strategies

• Social Integration Activities, including community outings, vocational training, and leisure exploration

• Workplace Readiness Assessments and supported employment planning

• Family & Caregiver Training on supporting recovery and fostering healthy communication

• Telehealth Consultations via secure video platform for ongoing therapeutic follow-up

• Crisis Intervention strategies to de-escalate acute episodes and ensure client safety

• Sensory-Friendly Home Modifications, advising on lighting, noise reduction, and adaptive equipment

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Additional Information

Balance Therapy Centre features a state-of-the-art sensory room equipped with multimodal stimuli—light panels, tactile walls, and soothing soundscapes—that facilitate effective sensory modulation. Additionally, the centre’s therapy gym offers adaptive equipment for graded vocational and leisure activities.

Moreover, the practice employs a secure electronic medical record system to document progress, coordinate multidisciplinary care, and safeguard confidentiality. Roanne collaborates seamlessly with speech therapists, physiotherapists, and clinical psychologists, ensuring that each client benefits from a fully integrated treatment plan.

The centre adheres to strict infection-control protocols, including rigorous equipment sterilization and thorough room sanitization between sessions. Furthermore, flexible scheduling—extended evening hours and weekend slots—accommodates varied client needs. Accessible parking, wheelchair ramps, and sensory-friendly waiting areas ensure an inclusive environment for everyone.

Consequently, clients receive undivided attention and compassionate support in a modern, welcoming setting. Finally, take the next step toward enhanced mental well-being and functional independence by scheduling your personalized assessment today.