Tayla Rodd

Occupational Therapy

I am a passionate and proud Occupational Therapist, because of the unique and holistic space that Occupational Therapists work in. I take great pleasure working alongside my clients to empower & enable them to manage and overcome their difficulties so that they are able to live a meaningful and productive life.

I completed my Occupational Therapy Degree at Stellenbosch University Cum Laude. I have also completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Interdisciplinary Pain Management at the University of Cape Town Cum Laude.

I completed my Community Service in Johannesburg Metropolitan Community Rehabilitation, where I gained experience working with both adults and children with a wide variety of conditions.

I then joined a large multidisciplinary private practice, working in rehabilitation, for five years. During this time my passion for a holistic and team based approach developed. I spent these years developing special interests in Neurology, Upper-limb Rehabilitation, Pain management, Spasticity Management (Botox) and Vocational rehabilitation. I was also a part of the Occupational Therapy Clinical Management Team, where my love for learning and teaching continued to grow.

My love for learning and teaching has allowed me to present courses and webinars for various organisations.

My journey as an OT has taught me the value of good communication as the basis of any therapeutic relationship.