Branch Locations
Roodepoort & White River/Nelspruit
Tel: 063 078 4333
info@aldeiawellness.co.za
Aldeia Wellness Therapy Practice
Aldeia Wellness Therapy Practice is a specialized practice serving dozens of children, adolescents and their families. Our services include developmental intervention through the implementation of Individualized Family Service Plans, playtherapy, behaviour therapy, family therapy, divorce care and remedial therapy. We also provide a free screening session with an Early Childhood Intervention specialist. When you walk into our practice you will see both indoor and outdoor therapeutic spaces to suit the needs of each child. Our mission is to provide compassionate and high-quality therapy services in an enriching and enjoyable environment where families thrive!
About Us
It Takes A Village
The word “Aldeia”translates to “Village” in Portuguese. An ancient proverb states: “ It takes a village to raise a child.”. At Aldeia Wellness Therapy Practice we would like to form part of your village. With this in mind, Aldeia aims to provide a transdisciplinary approach to health and well-being for all ages and their families. The building carries a calm and therapeutic atmosphere, designed to provide our clients with a unique experience on their therapeutic journey. Aldeia’s dedicated team of therapists has a shared vision; to provide the community with all-encompassing support from individual intervention to transdisciplinary case management as well as support groups and workshops.With both indoor and outdoor therapeutic spaces, we meet each child and family member where they feel most comfortable. Regular events are organised by the Aldeia team which the community is encouraged to attend covering a large variety of topics, for example, teenage substance abuse, bullying, parenting advice etc.However, we haven’t forgotten our community and have therefore partnered with 2 charities in their drive to better the lives of the families in our community and neighbouring communities.
Meet The Team
Pediatric Intervention & Behavioural Health Specialist
Chérie Schutte is an internationally registered Pediatric Intervention & Behavioural Health Specialist specializing in early developmental intervention and child behaviour. Chérie’s educational background includes a diploma in Applied Behaviour Analysis, 5 years of medical school followed by a Bachelor’s degree in Theology, an Honours degree in Psychology and a Masters degree in Early Childhood intervention from the University of Pretoria. She is currently completing her PhD in Early Intervention. After leaving the ministry in 2018, Chérie now specializes in child physical and emotional development through the implementation of an Individualized Family Service Plan, writing of medico-legal reports and supporting children through trauma, divorce and developmental delays. Chérie practices at both the Roodepoort/Johannesburg and White River/Nelspruit branches.
Behavioural health therapist
Sumé van Aswegen is a registered counsellor and ABA practitioner specializing in behaviour and playtherapy. Sumé’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Psychology degree through the University of South Africa as well as extensive training in Applied Behaviour Analysis. She includes stimulation therapy in her therapy sessions, which is especially helpful for children with ADHD, autism, sensory difficulties and anxiety. Sumé also hosts the social skills development groups. She is stationed at the Roodepoort, Johannesburg branch and does home/school visits as well.
Aldeia Network: Occupational Therapist
Melineze Christie completed her studies in Occupational Therapy at the University of Witwatersrand. After completing her community service in Lenasia, she decided to follow her dream to become a Paediatric Occupational Therapist. Melineze took on three part-time jobs as a Paediatric OT in completely different environments to gain experience with children from different ages, backgrounds and with different challenges. She has since moved into private practice. Melineze services clients in the Linden, Randburg, Roodepoort and Krugersdorp areas.
Aldeia Network: Physical Therapists
Lou & Marli Morgan work as a Physiotherapists team bringing a holistic dynamic to the team. Their practice, Morgan Physiotherapy service clients in the Roodepoort/Krugersdorp area as well as the Netcare Garden City hospital. Lou studied BScPhysio at the University of the Western Cape whilst Marli completed her BScPhysio degree at the University of Stellenbosch. Both share a deep love for helping children achieve their physical dream.
Our Services
Developmental Intervention
An early intervention specialist performs a full evaluation where after an Individualized Family Service Plan is developed. An Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) is a plan that guides the family and their child during the early years of development. This plan clearly lays out what services your baby or child should receive and what outcomes are hoped for. It is a joint effort between the interventionist, therapists and the family.
Behaviour Therapy
With use of the Applied Behaviour Analysis technique coupled with Cognitive behaviour therapy, we strive to find the best possible solution to your child's behaviour issues. We also do home and school visits, to ensure that each child grow and adapt aptly to their environment with assistance.
Play therapy
Tending to the emotional needs of children through cognitive behavioural therapy methods. This include trauma therapy (as well as Covid-related trauma) and social skills training.
Family & Marital therapy
Family therapy or family counseling is a form of treatment that is designed to address specific issues affecting the health and functioning of a family. It can be used to help a family through a difficult period, a major transition, or mental or behavioral health problems in family members. We also offer divorce care and bonding therapy.
Therapeutic Learning Academy
The Aldeia TLC Academy is a specialized remedial academy that focuses on providing a nurturing and stimulating learning environment. Our aim is to offer every child the opportunity to complete their schooling even though they might not be comfortable in a mainstream school environment. We have a wide variety of intervention, schooling, training and therapy options available.
* Open to children between the ages of 5 years and 18 years who require remedial support.
* Our cottage schools have homely environments which include extramural activities and access to therapy dogs.
* Our group sessions work on a 3:1, 4:1 OR 6:1 teacher/therapist to child ratio depending on the development age and need of the child.
* Therapies are worked into the child's individualized school programme
* 1:1 therapies are billed for over-and-above but are not compulsory.
Full-time Admission
* This program runs from 8am to 13h30 daily
* We follow the private school term calendar and do not offer a holiday programme
* Depending on the parent's preference and the child's abilities, we offer Impaq, Think Digital, or Cambridge as a learning medium.
Part-time Admission
* We offer extra classes and remedial support to children from other schools in the afternoon
* 1:1 assistance is provided and billed per hour
EARLY INTERVENTION IS KEY AT ALDEIA! YOU ARE NOT ALONE!
“Limitations live only in our minds; but if we use our imaginations, our possibilities become limitless.”
