Katy Prudhomme du Hancourt – Occupational Therapist
Professional Background
Katy Prudhomme du Hancourt is a licensed occupational therapist with over 17 years of experience working with children and adolescents in South Africa and the UAE. She has provided care in hospital, school, and private practice settings, specializing in the assessment and treatment of neurological, developmental, and sensory integration challenges. Katy is passionate about helping children overcome barriers to daily function and empowering families through supportive, individualized interventions.

Conditions Treated
Katy provides occupational therapy support for a range of conditions, including:
• Cerebral Palsy and Neurological Conditions
• Sensory Integration Difficulties
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Developmental Delays
• Learning Difficulties
• Down Syndrome
• Feeding Difficulties

Treatment Expertise
Katy uses a variety of evidence-based and specialized therapeutic techniques, including:
• Neurodevelopmental Therapy
• Sensory Integration Therapy
• SOS Approach to Feeding
• Therapeutic Listening
• Therapressure Brushing Protocol
• Functional Skills Training for Daily Activities
• School and Home-Based Occupational Therapy

Populations Served
• Children and Adolescents (Birth to 18 years)

Qualifications
Katy holds the following degrees and certifications:
• BSc in Occupational Therapy – University of the Western Cape
• DHA Licensed Occupational Therapist
• Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)

Additional Training
• Neurodevelopmental Therapy
• Sensory Integration
• SOS Approach to Feeding
• Therapressure Brushing Protocol
• Therapeutic Listening
• Certified in Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule 2 (ADOS-2)

Professional Experience
Katy has worked extensively across both public and private healthcare sectors:
• Dundee Provincial Hospital – 2008
• Pro Nobis LSEN School – 2009–2011
• Private Practice – 2010–2011
• Hope Studio (Private Practice) – 2012–2013, 2015–2017
• Forest Town School – 2013–2015
• Al Jalila Children’s Hospital – 2018–2023

Approach to Therapy
Katy takes a child- and family-centered approach to occupational therapy, focusing on helping children gain confidence, independence, and functional skills. Her interventions are personalized, supportive, and engaging, designed to meet the developmental, emotional, and sensory needs of each child. She aims to make daily routines smoother and more fulfilling for both children and their caregivers.

Languages Spoken
• English