BRAVE DEVELOPMENT
ENCOURAGE - EMPOWER - EQUIP
The heart of Brave Development
Occupational Therapy Practice
My name is Chantelle, the heart behind Brave Development. I’m an Occupational Therapist with a passion for people. Ever since I can remember I’ve always known that I’ve wanted work with children and since becoming a mother myself, I’ve also noticed a gap in the provision of holistic post-partum care and adequate support to mothers. Which is a gap that I intend to fulfil. I firmly believe in investing in the next generation and what better way to do so than by better encouraging, equipping and empowering not only our children facing any physical, mental or emotional hinderances or delays but also any parent or person working in the field of education or paediatrics.
It has been quite the journey to get to this point; I formally worked in the physical rehabilitation field, the medico-legal field as well as a Learners with Special Needs School but all roads lead me here. I am excited to bring you along on the journey.
OUR VALUES
"It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are.” ―E.E. Cummings
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Demonstrating authenticity and vulnerability in a world filled with false pretence.
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Integrity and strong ethical principles in practice.
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A heart of generosity and bridging the deprivation gap through education and support.
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A space of unconditional regard, love and support.
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Empowerment rather than enablement of our next generation (including the parents / care takers responsible for raising them).
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Fostering community amongst new and old parents; health and educational professionals as well as children that might be facing certain hinderances or delays in their everyday life.
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FUN & Playfulness.
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An holistic approach to health and wellness (Mental, emotional and physical wellbeing)