Meet The Team
Isabel Meyer
Reception
Therapist:
Linda Hiemstra
Occupational Therapist, Practice Owner
Qualifications:
- B.OT (University of Stellenbosch)
- Dip Voc Rehab (University of Pretoria)
- Post Graduate Diploma in interdisciplinary pain management (University of Cape Town)
- MSc in Clinical Pain Management
Linda qualified from the University of Stellenbosch in 2002 and has extensive experience in the public and private sector in a wide variety of disciplines, including orthopaedics, general medicine, geriatrics, neurology, spinal and vocational rehabilitation. She has worked both internationally and locally and completed the post-graduate diploma in Vocational Rehabilitation at the University of Pretoria in 2008, and the post-graduate diploma in Interdisciplinary Pain Management at the University of Cape Town in 2018, and her Master’s in Clinical Pain Management through the University of Edinburgh in 2025.
Clinically Linda has a special interest in complex chronic pain management, facilitating growth and recovery through the application of supported self-management techniques.
Her current practice has been in existence since 2010 and continues to grow. She is passionate about providing quality, holistic service which is in the best interest of the patient.
As practice owner, she is a firm believer in value-based leadership, and has a keen interest in education, and developing young therapists into confident professionals.
Memberships
HPCSA
OTASA
PainSA
IASP
OT Pain Management Group
Honorary lecturer UCT
Therapist:
Tamryn Olivier
Occupational Therapist, Practice Owner
Qualifications:
- B.OT (University of the Free State)
- Post Graduate Diploma in Vocational Rehabilitation (University of Pretoria)
Tamryn completed her undergraduate training in the Free State, and thereafter her post-graduate diploma in Vocational Rehabilitation at University of Pretoria. She has worked across multiple sectors in the profession, including mining and corporate settings. She has an interest in upper limb conditions and physical rehabilitation. She is skilled in conducting functional capacity evaluations, treatment of complex conditions and return to work interventions.She joined the practice management team in 2018, and enjoys helping therapist reach their full potential in a warm and kind environment.
Therapist:
Stefani Pienaar
Occupational Therapist
Qualifications:
- B.OT (University of the Free State)
Stefani graduated from the University of the Free State in 2012. She started working for Back2Work Occupational therapy in 2019 in Paarl. She has a special interest in adult rehabilitation and she’s a firm believer in interdisciplinary teamwork. She obtained additional training in neurological rehabilitation, comprehensive driving assessments and chronic pain management.
Therapist:
Caitlyn Lewis
Occupational Therapist
Qualifications:
- B.OT (University of the Free State)
Caitlyn is an Occupational Therapist with a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy (2017) and experience in managing psychiatric conditions and multifaceted rehabilitation cases. Since joining Back2Work Occupational Therapy in 2020, she has supported clients facing both physical and psychological barriers to occupational performance. Valued for her calm, approachable manner and her ability to navigate complex clinical presentations with clarity, compassion and care.
Therapist:
Claire James
Occupational Therapist
Qualifications:
- B.Sc.OT (University of Cape Town)
- B.A. Languages (University of Cape Town)
Claire holds a B.A. as well as a B.Sc. in Occupational Therapy from the University of Cape Town. She completed her community service in 2019 and began working at Back2Work in 2020. She believes that all humans are innate problem solvers and she loves partnering with clients to reach their goals. She has a particular interest in pain management.
Therapist:
Corne Conradie
Occupational Therapist
Qualifications:
- B.OT (University of Stellenbosch)
Corné is a dedicated Occupational Therapist who is passionate about empowering individuals to live meaningful, fulfilling lives despite chronic pain and functional limitations.
With extensive experience in neuro-rehabilitation, general adult physical rehabilitation, and chronic pain management, Corné brings local and international clinical expertise to her work. She is deeply committed to life-long learning, continually her knowledge and skill to the benefit of her patients.
She completed her Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at Stellenbosch University (1994) and her Master of Science at the University of the Western Cape (2023), and holds a Certificate in the Treatment of Chronic Pain from the Train Pain Academy.
Corné currently practices at Breede Valley Pain and Pain Whale Coast. Her greatest reward comes from helping patients regain confidence, independence, and the ability to re-engage in meaningful activities they once believed were beyond their reach. Her practice is grounded in the belief that every person has the capacity to improve their quality of life with the right support and guidance.
Therapist:
Rojeanne Koen
Occupational Therapist
Qualifications:
B.OT (US)
Advanced Diploma in Neuroscience (OT) WITS
Rojeanne is a Stellenbosch 2000 graduate, who worked in the UK for a few years, and has called Cape Town home for a decade. She has a keen interest in people, pain management and rehabilitation.
Therapist:
Lise Reyneke
Occupational Therapist
Qualifications:
B.Sc.OT (University of Cape Town)
M.OT (University of Stellenbosch)
Lise qualified from the University of Cape Town in 2006 and began her career in paediatric occupational therapy. She completed her Master’s degree at Stellenbosch University in 2017 and expanded into medicolegal work and student supervision. She joined Back2Work in 2024 and now works across the Tygervalley, Durbanville, and Panorama branches. Lise has a special interest in pain management, particularly paediatric pain, and cognitive rehabilitation. She works with clients across a range of physical and mental health conditions, and is passionate about empowering them through collaborative, goal-focused strategies that build independence and confidence.
Therapist:
Natalie Rushton
Occupational Therapist
Qualifications:
B.OT (UWC)
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