I am a highly skilled Occupational Therapist with experience working both in the UK and America with children, young people and families. I have been a professional lead OT, associate director, and managed services but have always worked directly as an occupational therapist.
I am neurodiverse so I know what it feels like when you don't seem to fit into the world, but I have also experienced the power of exploring how my brain works and finding what tools and strategies help me shine.
Occupational Therapist (OTs) work together with people to develop skills, strategies and practical solutions to be able to achieve their goals and to participate in everyday activities. Sessions might include talking but also doing. You might want to try things out to see what works whether that is a sensory activity to help you feel regulated or strategies to manage your work or keep track of time.
I specialise in working with people who are neurodiverse ( this might include: Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, difficulties with sensory processing and integration, Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder,Dyspraxia, Autism) I also work with people affected by attachment difficulties and developmental trauma. The therapy I offer is informed by my training in Sensory Integration, Sensory Attachment Intervention, Lifestyle Redesign, Occupational Performance Coaching, attachment theory, Theraplay, Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy.
I also regularly carry out The Evaluation of Ayres Sensory Integration (EASI) to assess sensory processing differences; The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) to contribute to a wider assessment for ASD; and the Marschak Interaction Method (MIM) which explores the interaction between child and caregiver.
I am registered with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC). I am a member of The British Association of Occupational Therapists and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists. I belong to the Royal College of Occupational Therapists specialist sections; Children, Young People and Families and Independent Practice, am co-chair of the CAMHS forum and belong to a number of professional groups to maintain professional development and keep abreast of current research and practice.
DipCOT, MScOT, PGCertSI
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