Rachel's Story
Rachel is a registered Occupational Therapist in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO).
She earned a Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) degree and a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from McMaster University. Rachel has experience completing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized treatment plans for children and individuals with diverse physical, cognitive, and psychosocial needs.
Drawing on her background in occupational therapy as well as her years of experience working as a tutor for young students, Rachel takes a strength-based, collaborative, and family-centred approach to supporting her clients’ engagement in meaningful daily activities.
Her clinical areas of focus include:
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Psychoeducation, with an emphasis on mental health and cognitive compensatory strategies
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Functional goal-setting
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Handwriting and pre-writing skills
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Home and safety assessments
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Daily functional skill building
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Equipment recommendations
To complement her clinical experience, Rachel has pursued the following certifications and professional training:
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Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) Certification
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Behaviour Management, De-escalation, and Safety Protocol Training
Rachel is fluent in English and speaks conversational Korean. Through her work as an occupational therapist, she is dedicated to supporting children and their families by promoting functional independence, emotional well-being, and meaningful participation in everyday activities.
Outside of work, Rachel enjoys exploring the city, trying new cafés and restaurants, and spending quality time with friends and family.