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Occupational Therapy (Children & Youth)

Our Occupational Therapists (OTs) work with children and families to improve the underlying skills which enable participation in every day occupations. "Occupations" for a child include self-care skills, such as toileting, dressing and feeding; playing and socializing with friends; leisure activities; and learning activities such as writing, reading, and cutting. Occupational Therapists pro... Read More

Our Occupational Therapists (OTs) work with children and families to improve the underlying skills which enable participation in every day occupations. "Occupations" for a child include self-care skills, such as toileting, dressing and feeding; playing and socializing with friends; leisure activities; and learning activities such as writing, reading, and cutting.

Occupational Therapists provide support and recommendations for challenges of everyday life which are encountered at home, in the community, and/or within the school setting. The unique areas an Occupational Therapist can provide support are sensory processing differences, emotional regulation, difficulties planning and sequencing tasks, writing / pre-writing challenges, and motor skill development. In addition, OTs help with developing shared engagement, joint attention, as well as access to learning activities and environments.


Speech Therapy (Children & Youth)

Speech therapists, also called speech-language pathologists, work with people of all ages who may have difficulties with speech, language, communication, or swallowing. They assess the individual's abilities and develop personalized treatment plans to address areas of difficulty. Speech therapy for children is a specialized form of intervention aimed at addressing speech and language disorde... Read More

Speech therapists, also called speech-language pathologists, work with people of all ages who may have difficulties with speech, language, communication, or swallowing. They assess the individual's abilities and develop personalized treatment plans to address areas of difficulty.

Speech therapy for children is a specialized form of intervention aimed at addressing speech and language disorders that may impact a child's communication skills, social interactions, academic performance, and overall quality of life.

The therapy sessions may involve exercises, activities, games, and other interactive techniques to improve communication skills. Speech therapists may also provide guidance and support to family members and caregivers to help reinforce progress outside of therapy sessions.


Occupational Therapy (Adults)

Thrive Therapy offers a wide range of services directed towards the adult population. Our services can help clients reach their functional goals, prevent injuries, and develop, maintain, recover, and/or adapt their level of independence. In order to achieve the most effective outcomes, all of our services are client-centered, goal-oriented, and evidence-based. We offer services within the h... Read More

Thrive Therapy offers a wide range of services directed towards the adult population. Our services can help clients reach their functional goals, prevent injuries, and develop, maintain, recover, and/or adapt their level of independence. In order to achieve the most effective outcomes, all of our services are client-centered, goal-oriented, and evidence-based.

We offer services within the home, community, clinic, or workplace.

Hayley is an experienced occupational therapist working with adults 18+ stay within their homes, maintain their independence, and promote overall healthy living. She comes from a harm-reduction, low-barrier, and trauma-informed perspective to promote autonomy in her clients.

Hayley assists clients with in-home assessments for home modifications, equipment, including wheelchairs and other mobility aids. She is passionate about using a client-centered and holistic approach to care.

Hayley is an experienced occupational therapist working with adults 18+ stay within their homes, ... Read More

Hillary is an experienced Pediatric Occupational Therapist with a special interest in helping children with emotional regulation and sensory processing difficulties, developmental trauma, and developmental delays to increase their confidence and independence in play, learning, and self-care activities (including toileting, feeding, and dressing).

Hillary is an experienced Pediatric Occupational Therapist with a special interest in helping chi... Read More

Nick assists adults with reaching their functional goals through facilitating independence, preventing injuries, and promoting healthy living.

Nick assists adults with reaching their functional goals through facilitating independence, preve... Read More

Megan is an Occupational Therapist who is passionate about using a neurodiversity-affirming and trauma-informed lens to provide family/person-centered care. Megan attended Dalhousie University where she completed her Bachelor of Medical Sciences (2021) and Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (2023). Megan has experience supporting children in the school setting with goals related to toileting, dressing, feeding, regulation, interoception supports, fine motor skills, and play. She enjoys using a play-based and strength-based approach to collaborate with families to encourage participation, engagement, and independence in meaningful activities.

Megan is an Occupational Therapist who is passionate about using a neurodiversity-affirming and t... Read More

Elizabeth Pace is a speech-language pathologist who is passionate about helping children and teens communicate with confidence. She takes a strengths-based approach, focusing on each child’s unique abilities to foster growth and create meaningful progress. By celebrating the potential in every child, Elizabeth collaborates with families to set goals that are functional, empowering, and tailored to their everyday lives.

Elizabeth Pace is a speech-language pathologist who is passionate about helping children and teen... Read More

Vanessa Poulton is an experienced occupational therapist who is passionate about supporting clients struggling with their mental health. She has extensive experience supporting clients experiencing anxiety and depression, trauma histories, and life transitions. She focuses her sessions on building skills to increase coping in daily life, and believes each day provides opportunity for growth and change. She has training in evidence-based psychotherapies, including: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Mindfulness to support children, teens, adults and families. Her areas of interest include: anxiety management, coping with depression, grief and loss, managing life transitions and stress, bereavement support, pregnancy/postpartum mood support, parenting challenges and women’s health. She is available to meet with clients at the Halifax Clinic, virtually and in the community.

Vanessa Poulton is an experienced occupational therapist who is passionate about supporting clien... Read More

Hana received her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from MGH Institute of Health Professions located in Boston, Massachusetts in 2017. She began her career in Colorado working at a pediatric outpatient clinic specializing in trauma-informed care. Since then, Hana has worked within the public school system, inpatient mental health, and with handwriting.

Hana enjoys supporting individuals working towards their goals in a collaborative approach. She has experience working with sensory regulation, working towards reaching developmental milestones, participating in school activities, and community access. Hana strives to make a fun and safe environment focusing on the client’s strengths during every session.

Hana received her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from MGH Institute of Health Professions loca... Read More

Paige Ryan is a speech-language pathologist passionate about providing family/person-centred care while working to build capacity in her clients and helping them meet their life participation goals.  Paige has served a variety of populations, including adults with acquired neurological language disorders (brain injury, stroke, dementia, etc), school aged children, and pre-school children. She has extensive experience working with adults, preschool, and school aged children who identify as autistic.

Paige Ryan is a speech-language pathologist passionate about providing family/person-centred care... Read More

Jenny enjoys working with clients to help them reach their occupational goals through client-centered care and evidence-based approaches. Her practice focuses on sensory processing, emotional regulation, and motor skill development to help facilitate independence and satisfaction in the areas of self-care, learning, and play.

Jenny’s approach is rooted in collaboration - she strives to work with families to reach common goals and objectives, and she is passionate about contributing positively to the lives of children and their families.

Jenny enjoys working with clients to help them reach their occupational goals through client-cent... Read More

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