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Our Team
 Lara Hirschmann Bsc(OT); SI certified
Lara is a founding member and trustee of Thusanani. She runs an Occupational Therapy practice in Johannesburg specialising in paediatrics with an emphasis on Sensory Integration. She is actively involved in the management and running of Thusanani as well as the supervision of the therapists involved.
 Michelle Rosen Chartered Accountant
Michelle is a founding member and trustee of Thusanani. She works as a Credit Analyst and Fund Manager in the asset management industry. Michelle is in charge of administration, fundraising and marketing for Thusanani.
 Shelley Kairuz Bsc(OT); developmental touch therapist and play therapist
Shelley is a founding member and trustee of Thusanani. She runs a private paediatric practice and is involved in several Nursery Schools around Johannesburg.
 Kristie Lehman Bsc (OT) WITS
Kristie is the Therapy Manager for Thusanani. She also works in a Private Practice, specializing in paediatrics. She is currently working towards attaining her Sensory Integration Qualification.
 Jacob Hirschmann
Jacob is an Insurance Broker by profession and has been actively involved in Thusanani on a voluntary basis. He has been involved in administration, fundraising and business management of the Thusanani trust.
Lyndsay Koch B.OT (UFS)
Lyndsay is a full-time employee at Thusanani.  She is currently working towards attaining her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy specializing in neurosciences.
Anne Taite Bsc. OT (UCT)
Anne is a part-time employee at Thusanani as well as being a full-time Mom. She is currently working towards attaining her Masters’s degree in Occupational Therapy specializing in neurosciences.
Rebecca Wang Bsc OT (UCT)
Becky is a part-time employee at Thusanani. She also works in a Private Practice, specializing in paediatrics. She is currently working towards attaining her Sensory Integration Qualification.
Charity registration number:
047-028NPO
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Thusanani logo designed by
Daniel Hirschmann