Occupational Therapists work with individuals who experience loss of function,
pain, or disability due to injury or illness. The focus is on maximizing independence, preventing complications, and adapting environments.

The most common conditions I see:
Stroke (CVA)
Spinal Cord Injuries
Traumatic Brain Injury
Amputations
Rheumatoid/Osteoarthritis
Multiple Sclerosis
Parkinson’s Disease
Burns and hand injuries
Post-operative rehabilitation
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Occupational Therapists address mental illness by facilitating participation in daily routines, roles, and relationships. They focus on emotional regulation, social skills, habits and routines, and coping strategies, promoting recovery and reducing institutionalisation.

The most common conditions I see:
Depressive and anxiety Disorder
Psychotic Disorders
Personality Disorders
PTSD
Substance Use Disorders
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Neurodivergence

Occupational Therapists support individuals to enter, return to, or remain in
employment, aligning abilities with job demands and identifying barriers.

How I can help:
Functional capacity evaluations (FCEs)
Workplace assessments and modifications
Work hardening and simulated work tasks
Career readiness and upskilling
Ergonomics and injury prevention
Return-to-work programs

Occupational Therapists help restore or compensate for cognitive impairments
that affect attention, memory, executive function, and problem-solving, affecting day-to-day functioning.

Common Conditions seen:
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Stroke (esp. frontal/parietal lobe damage)
Dementia / Alzheimer’s Disease
Neurodevelopmental conditions
Mental health conditions with cognitive symptoms

Occupational Therapists empower children to achieve their developmental milestones across social, emotional, physical, academic, and sensory domains.