Our Team
Tara Thomson
Moto:
"I think there are some things that I do not wish to be, and that is why I think that I just wish to be like me " - Dr Suess"
Hi, my name is Tara Thomson, I graduated from the University of Witwatersrand in 2011 with a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy. During my community service year, I completed introductory training in Neuro-developmental Therapy (NDT). Following my community service year in 2012, I began my Sensory Integration Training and completed this in 2014 while working in a private practice specializing in sensory integration. I have worked in paediatrics since 2012, both in the private and the public sector. This involved a variety of paediatric conditions ranging from sensory processing disorder and progressive developmental disorders to mild, moderate and severe learning difficulties, as well as cerebral palsy and other neurodevelopmental conditions. I graduated with a master’s degree in paediatric occupational therapy at the University of the Witwatersrand in 2021. Hands on Therapy was established in 2016 and progressed to become Tiny Hands Therapy Services. I am passionate about working with children of all ages and my goal is to ensure happy families, teachers and children following our interaction with your child.
Chante De Klerk
Moto:
"Regulation before expectation"
I obtained my Occupational Therapy degree, from the University of Pretoria in 2017. I am currently in the process of completing my sensory integration qualification. I have a total of 8 years experience, 6 in the public sector and 2 in the private sector. I started working at Tiny Hands in 2023 where I worked my way up to senior partner and manager in just 2 short years.
As a peads OT I believe that it is important to engage the child and parent in the treatment in order to see the true therapy magic happen at home. Children learn through play and therefor using playful activities, is the foundation of my therapy. I am young at heart and thrive off of the laughter and smiles from children.
I treat with empathy and sympathy. I am a mother of two premature born boys. Of which one is neurodivergent. I therefor understand the challenges that parents face.
It is not about the quantity but rather...the ability.
Shannon Tromp
Moto:
"Everything happens for a reason"
Hi my name is Shannon Tromp. I graduated from the University of Pretoria in 2024 with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy degree. I completed my community service year in 2025 where I worked with children with numerous conditions, including autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, developmental delays, cerebral palsy and many more. I completed a play therapy course in which I learnt about using play as a modality to treat behavioral conditions and trauma in children.
I fell in love with working with children early on in my high school career, and have always loved using play as a means to improve function and independence. I value the relationships made with not only the child, but also the family and teachers involved in the child’s development.
Jenna da Camara
Moto:
"Be Kind"
My name is Jenna, and I graduated from the University of Pretoria in 2022 with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy degree. I am currently completing a Postgraduate Certificate in Sensory Integration through Sheffield Hallam University. I value continual learning because it allows me to grow as a therapist and offer the highest quality of care to the children I support.
During my community service year in rural communities in KwaZulu-Natal, I discovered a love for working with children and their parents and caregivers. As a paediatric OT, I aim to truly understand each child and their family so that I can provide individualised and meaningful intervention. I place a strong emphasis on including and educating primary caregivers in the therapy process to ensure carryover into the home environment.
Keoratile Segoe
Moto:
"With heart and Mind, more is possible"
I obtained my Occupational Therapy degree from the University of Cape Town in 2024. I have gained experience in both the public sector and, more recently, the private sector. I am committed to continuous learning and regularly engage in courses to stay up to date with evidence-based practice and new approaches to support each child’s potential.
It was during this past year that I developed a passion for paediatrics—witnessing children’s breakthroughs and their unfiltered way of engaging with life has been a privilege to be part of. I have come to appreciate that every child is unique; some simply need to be understood, supported through sensory input, or gently guided in a way that is responsive to their individual strength.
I believe in meeting each child where they are and supporting their individual journey at their own pace. I value building strong relationships with families and working collaboratively to achieve meaningful outcomes that carry over into everyday life.
I have recently joined the Tiny Hands team and look forward to growing alongside the children and families, while offering the very best of myself in every interaction.
Life is a canvas, lets make it a materspiece one step at a time
Courtney campbell
Moto "Nothing is impossible :the word itself says ‘I’m possible.’"
Hi, I’m Courtney Campbell, a qualified Occupational Therapist. I graduated from the University of the Free State in 2024. I completed my community service year at Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe Hospital in Kimberley in the Northern Cape, where I gained valuable experience working with a diverse range of patients.
I have a special passion for working with children and a strong interest in childhood development. I love working in a paediatric setting, where I can support children in developing the skills they need for everyday life, from play and learning to independence and confidence. I enjoy creating fun, engaging and play-based therapy sessions that are tailored to each child’s unique needs.
I am dedicated to helping each child reach their full potential through supportive, play-based and client-centred therapy.