Occupational Therapy In Houston
Occupational Therapy in Houston
Has an injury, illness, or disability made it difficult to perform daily activities you used to take for granted? Do problems with mobility, cognition, or mental health impact your ability to fully participate in the things that bring purpose and joy to your life?
You don’t have to continue struggling alone. Occupational therapy provides personalized support and practical solutions to help you rediscover your independence in everyday living. Keep reading to discover how Neurability Therapy’s experienced occupational therapists can be your partners on the path to regaining function, fulfilling meaningful occupations, and enriching your quality of life.
Who Can Benefit From Occupational Therapy in Houston?
Occupational therapy empowering men and women aged 18 to 65 in the Houston area who want to:
- Regain independence in self-care, household activities, work, parenting, and leisure pursuits after illness/injury
- Improve safety and prevent falls through home/job modifications and adaptive techniques
- Manage chronic conditions like pain, fatigue, and mental health issues affecting function
- Achieve individualized goals related to disability or changing life circumstances
Maybe you’re recovering from a traumatic accident and need to relearn basic self-care. Perhaps you have a progressive illness like multiple sclerosis and want to maintain independence as your mobility declines. Or you may be struggling with the demands of work and family while coping with anxiety, depression, or chronic pain.
What is Occupational Therapy? Your Personalized Path to Everyday Living
Occupational therapy is goal-oriented support focused on enabling you to perform, or “occupy”, yourself in the meaningful activities of daily life — everything from personal care to household responsibilities, to socializing, work, education, and leisure. It takes a holistic, client-centered approach addressing physical, cognitive, and mental health factors to help you achieve your highest level of independence and satisfaction.
Rather than focusing narrowly on injury, disease, or specific body function, occupational therapy considers the whole person and how various challenges may impact your ability to fulfill valued daily “occupations”. The therapist then partners with you to set personalized priorities and functional goals. Customized interventions build capacities in areas like mobility, strength, coordination, memory, organization, coping skills, environmental adaptations, and assistive equipment. The goal is for you to participate as fully as possible in your chosen occupations and environments in order to live life to the fullest according to your individual meaning, purpose, needs, and choices.
Occupational therapy is provided in various settings including hospitals, rehab centers, outpatient clinics, community programs, schools, workplace wellness programs, assisted living facilities, and private homes.
Vijay Raj Nagarajan
My wife had the privilege of being under the care of Beverly, and I can confidently say that our experience was nothing short of exceptional. One of the most striking aspects of Beverly is her profound empathy and understanding. Beyond her remarkable interpersonal skills, Beverly demonstrated a profound depth of knowledge in her field. Her expertise was evident in every aspect of her practice, from her thorough assessments to the tailored treatment plans she developed for my wife. Beverly approaches her work with a level of professionalism that is truly commendable. She is punctual, organized, and dedicated to providing the highest standard of care to her patients. Beverly is an outstanding occupational therapist.
Janet Weeks
Beverly is truly an exceptional OT and person! She is patient and pushes her patients to do their best which is a unique combination. She has been working with my 24 YO son who suffered a TBI and I’m amazed at the results she is able to achieve with him. Her relationship with him is professional, caring and compassionate. She has taught me so many thing along the way that make caring for him easier! She deserves more than 5 stars 😊. An A+ in all aspects!
Increased Independence & Participation
The primary focus is building capacities and removing barriers so you can perform daily self-care, household, work, parenting, education, social, and leisure activities as independently as possible. This boosts confidence and life satisfaction.
Improved Safety & Function
OTs promote safety through the provision of adaptive techniques and equipment and by identifying environmental modifications. This prevents injuries from falls and overexertion while ensuring you can function optimally at home, work, and school.
Enhanced Coping Skills & Emotional Health
Coping with pain, fatigue, and mental health barriers can be addressed through tailoring activities, building stress management skills, and establishing healthy routines and social connections. This alleviates secondary conditions impacting function.
Personalized Support for Specific Needs
Because occupational therapy is customized to each client’s values, challenges, and environments, it can benefit people with varying diagnoses and disabilities including:
For example:
Sarah experienced a stroke that resulted in moderate weakness on her right side, along with challenges in walking and maintaining balance. Beverly, her Occupational Therapist, guided Sarah through various stages of her recovery with tailored interventions. In the initial phase, Beverly taught Sarah how to manage daily activities like bathing, toileting, and dressing using just one hand. She also instructed Sarah’s family on how to safely assist her in and out of the shower. Three months later, Beverly introduced exercises and activities to help Sarah resume gardening. These included activities to enhance her hand dexterity, strengthen her grip, practice lifting and moving objects, and improve her ability to transition between sitting and standing. Four months into her recovery, Sarah was able to return to light duties at work.
Our caring team includes:
Erin Galicki, licensed Occupational Therapist with years of experience in inpatient rehab, hospital settings, outpatient therapy, and specialized driving rehabilitation.
Beverly Ryan, licensed Occupational Therapist with years of experience in inpatient rehab and the home & community setting.
Next Steps
Are you ready to take charge of your independence and participation in meaningful daily activities? Neurability Therapy is committed to helping you achieve your functional goals while living life to the fullest. To get started, contact us to ask questions and schedule a consultation. Our experienced occupational therapists look forward to partnering with you on your journey toward confidence, independence, and joyful living!