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Occupational Therapy

What methods are used in Occupational Therapy treatment? - Planning and goal setting for therapy is performed in conjunction with the caregiver's input - Use of therapeutic activities and games to work on desired skills (for example a child who needs to work on his/her upper body strength may be given therapy putty games to work on grip strength or engage with the therapist in a tug of war ... Read More

What methods are used in Occupational Therapy treatment?

- Planning and goal setting for therapy is performed in conjunction with the caregiver's input
- Use of therapeutic activities and games to work on desired skills (for example a child who needs to work on his/her upper body strength may be given therapy putty games to work on grip strength or engage with the therapist in a tug of war game to work on shoulder stability)
- Modifications to a child's environment may be helpful (lighting, adaptive equipment, etc.)
- Use of exercises and engaging games to work on the desired skills needed for functioning
- Suggestions for home programming or ideas for educators may be provided

Heather Hodgins-Chan OT Reg.(Ont)

Miriam Kidanemariam OT Reg (Ont.)

Grace Manalili
(She/Her/Hers) OT Reg (Ont.)

Bio: Relevant Training: - Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy, Queen’s University - Honours Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Neuroscience, University of Toronto - Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) Level 1 - Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training - Integrate with Success - Retained Primitive Reflexes - Specialized Advanced Training for Autism Providers - ECHO Autism Interprofessional Collaboration - Sensory integration and processing 101 - Child and youth mental health - Executive Function And Its Application To Occupational Therapy In School Based Treatment - Dysgraphia 101 - Introduction And Strategies For Understanding Dysgraphia in Children - Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills For Occupational Therapy Practitioners Working With Adolescents - Using DIRFloortime To Support Problem Solving - Post-concussion/mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) interventions

About: Grace is a dedicated occupational therapist with a passion for working with children and families. She delivers child- and family-centered care, integrating evidence-based approaches with her background in research and clinical practice. In therapy sessions, Grace prioritizes creating a fun and engaging environment, helping children reach their goals through a strengths-based approach that incorporates their interests.

Collaboration with parents and schools is fundamental to Grace’s approach, ensuring a cohesive and supportive environment for each child’s growth and success. Gracehas a special interest in supporting children with their mental health and emotional regulation, sensory processing, executive functioning, motor delays, and activities of daily living (ADLs).

Outside the clinic, Grace enjoys making music/singing, dancing salsa/bachata, photography, skiing, long-distance running, cycling, paddle sports, hiking, and spending time in nature.

Please note: My working hours may not be your working hours. Please do not feel obliged to reply to this email outside of your normal working hours.

Bio: Relevant Training: - Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy, Queen’s University - Honour... Read More

Sarah Wise
(She/Her/Hers) MSc (OT), OT Reg. (Ont)

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