Jessica Joffe

Jessica Joffe is a dedicated and compassionate paediatric physiotherapist with a deep commitment to supporting children and their families on their developmental journey.

She graduated from the University of Cape Town with a BSc in Physiotherapy (2006), achieving distinction, and went on to complete Basic and Advanced Neurodevelopmental Therapy (NDT) training early in her career.

Her passion for paediatric neurodevelopment inspired her to pursue further study, and in 2014 she completed her MSc in Paediatric Neurological Physiotherapy at UCT, also with distinction. Jessica’s academic work reflects her drive to contribute meaningfully to the field: her undergraduate dissertation was published, and her master’s research—focused on cerebral palsy and intervention strategies—was presented at two national conferences.

With a strong foundation in evidence-based neuromotor development, Jessica has continued to expand her expertise. She holds accreditations in both Basic and Advanced Prechtl’s General Movement Assessment, Upledger Institute Craniosacral Therapy Levels 1 and 2 (2023), and most recently, Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI) Level A (2025).

Jessica’s dedication extends beyond clinical practice. She has actively contributed to shaping paediatric physiotherapy in South Africa, serving five years as Chairperson of the South African Society of Physiotherapy (SASP) Paediatric Special Interest Group - Gauteng Branch, and ten years on the Gauteng Branch committee of the South African Neurodevelopmental Association (SANDTA).

Clinically, Jessica has a special interest in neonates and the neurodevelopmental rehabilitation of infants and children with cerebral palsy. She also works with a wide range of conditions including congenital disorders, neuromuscular conditions, spina bifida, and hypermobility. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in family-centred care, multidisciplinary teamwork, and helping each child achieve the highest possible level of functional independence.

Sport and participation are central to Jessica’s philosophy. As an accredited National Paralympic Committee Medical Swimming Classifier, she has supported athletes at numerous international events - both as a classifier and as physiotherapist for the South African Paralympic swimming team.

Warm, knowledgeable, and endlessly curious, Jessica brings exceptional skill and heart to every child and family she works with.

To book an appointment with Jessica, please contact our reception team at 0796310596 or Jessica directly on 0839517073. You may also email us at physio@earlybirdtherapy.co.za or jessicajoffe@hotmail.com for further information.