What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational Therapy (OT) blends science, creativity and compassion to help our clients live their lives to the fullest. OT is a poorly understood profession, possibly because of how broad the scope is.
The term “occupational” in Occupational Therapy, does not come from the synonym of “job” as many believe, but it actually comes from the word “occupy”, as in how we spend our time. OTs’ specialty is the way in which people spend their time. If for some reason you are unable/struggling to participate in your usual daily activities such as school/studies/work, social participation, managing finances, managing your home, spending your free time in a meaningful way (and more), then an OT can help!
With kids, you may see OTs helping with handwriting, tying shoelaces, coping in class with ADHD. In a physical setting, you may find OTs helping people after an injury relearning to bath themselves, use a wheelchair, or adapting the workplace. In a mental health setting (that’s me!) you may find OTs helping individuals struggling with stress, depression, or other mental illnesses, deal with conflict, find a meaningful routine, cope at work or learning. This is done in a group therapy setting and/or on a one-on-one basis.
IS MENTAL HEALTH OT FOR YOU?
ASK YOURSELF THE FOLLOWING:
- Would you benefit from exploring helpful coping strategies for dealing with stress, conflict, work, studies, and or personal growth?
- Would you benefit from exploring ways to adjust your routine to make time for self-care and activities that you enjoy?
- Would you benefit from exploring ways to find balance in your life (even if it feels impossible right now)?
- Would you benefit from exploring your goals and/or why you are struggling to reach them?
- Would you benefit from a sensory approach for coping with stress, burnout, depression and other mental health dips?
- Has your workplace requested an assessment to determine whether you are fit for your position?
- Would you or your loved one benefit from an assessment to help determine why you/they are struggling with school/studies?
- Would you benefit from practical therapy for dealing with anxiety, depression, BMD and other mental illnesses?
- Would you like a compassionate, objective person to help you live your life to the fullest?

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SERVICES OFFERED

Schooling, Studying and Other Learning-related OT Services
Related to individuals in formal education such as high school, college and university...

Work-related
OT Services
Related to individuals in some form of employment (open labour market, supported...

General Mental Health OT Services for Adults and Adolescents
OT Services offered that are relevant for adults and adolescents regardless of whether...
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