Private occupational therapy in Derby

Louise is a highly skilled Occupational Therapist who specialises in treating clients with neurological and orthopaedic conditions. She supports clients with Housing & Equipment, Rehabilitation, and Seating & Postural Management. She is based in Derbyshire and travels to Derby, Ashbourne, Chesterfield, and Long Eaton to visit clients and deliver assessments at home.

Louise is committed to supporting her client reach their personal goals and increase their independence, allowing for them to take part in their everyday activities and live safely at home. Louise has gained wide-ranging experience across community and hospital settings in both mental and physical health. She has a thorough understanding of the effects of pain, illness, and disability on a client’s quality of life.

Throughout her career, she has focused on helping clients with neurological conditions, orthopaedic conditions, and those requiring help with fatigue and anxiety management. Her knowledge of neurology is extensive having worked with brain injury, stroke rehabilitation, and chronic fatigue syndrome. Before leaving the NHS in 2016 to focus solely on her private practice and medico-legal work, Louise was the lead Occupational Therapist for elderly medicine therapy in Derby Hospitals. Additionally, she acted as a Key Manual Handling Trainer, the Dementia Lead, and the Falls Lead.

Louise now undertakes work on private basis for clients who have suffered catastrophic personal injuries as a result of road traffic accidents, medical negligence, or accidents in the workplace. She provides recommendations for major adaptations, equipment assessments, work place assessments and ongoing rehabilitation packages to maximise client’s return to independence and inclusion in pre-injury activities.

Louise continues her professional development by attending conferences and training events, including being a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists’ Specialist Section in Independent Practice.

Stacey, an Occupational Therapist based in the East Midlands, specifically Derby and Derbyshire, specialises in housing and equipment, functional rehabilitation, and moving and handling. Her specialist skills encompass fatigue management, motivational issues, routine planning, daily living skills, gross motor skills, balance, coordination, planning and execution, and self-care tasks.

With a comprehensive skill set, Stacey is committed to improving the well-being of her clients. Operating in the North West of England, the East Midlands, East Anglia, Leicestershire, Nottingham, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, and the West Midlands, she offers tailored interventions to address diverse needs. Stacey's dedication is evident in her approach to occupational therapy, promoting independence and functional improvement for individuals across the East Midlands and surrounding regions.

Sarah is a highly motivated and experienced Occupational Therapist who is passionate about providing quality care. Her specialisms include Housing & Equipment, Moving & Handling, ADL assessments, end of life care planning, and stress and fatigue management.

Sarah is based in Derbyshire, covering a client base across the West and East Midlands including Sheffield, Leicester, and Stoke-on-Trent.

Sarah has experience working with clients with conditions such as dementia, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophies, degenerative neurological disorders, falls and fractured bones, stroke, chronic fatigue syndrome, arthritis, respiratory conditions, cardiac conditions, cancer, and functional neurological disorder.

Bethany is a dedicated and passionate Occupational Therapist with an extensive knowledge of rehabilitation, specialist equipment, and moving and handling. She supports clients with a range of physical and neurological conditions such as osteoporosis, muscular dystrophy, arthritis, autism, stroke, and learning difficulties. Bethany is located in Burton-on-Trent and visits clients across the Midlands including Birmingham, Derby, Nottingham, and Leicester.

Bethany provides specialist assessments and recommendations for clients to promote and enable independence living. She prides herself in providing in-depth and holistic assessments and treatment planning specialising in falls, frailty, moving and handling, cognitive assessment, rehab, and specialist equipment provision. Bethany particularly enjoys working with clients and their families to maintain independence in their own homes and promoting engagement in meaningful occupations.

Bethany is a committed professional who believes Occupational Therapy is an essential part to any healthcare setting and a truly client centred service that focuses on enabling and empowering people, promoting independence and positive health and well-being. She has an inbuilt creativity in approaching her clinical work that means she thrives to always find a solution to her clients’ needs.

Helen is an experienced housing Occupational Therapist based in the North West and North East of England as well as the East Midlands. She covers a wide area including Derbyshire, Yorkshire, Greater Manchester, Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Bradford, Derby, Hull, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham, Salford, Sheffield, Stoke-on-Trent and Wakefield.

With a focus on housing and equipment adaptations, Helen has a wealth of experience in supporting individuals to maintain their independence and live safely in their own homes. Her expertise includes assessing individuals' needs, recommending and sourcing equipment and adaptations, and providing ongoing support and training to ensure they are used effectively.

Helen is committed to providing a person-centred approach and works closely with her clients and their families to understand their unique needs and preferences. She is passionate about empowering her clients to take control of their lives and achieve their goals.

Jessica has extensive clinical experience working with adults of all ages and with a very wide variety of physical and cognitive conditions. Based in Nottingham, she covers a client base across the East Midlands.

Jessica has specialist clinical skills in neurological assessment and rehabilitation, Seating and Postural Management, Functional Rehabilitation, Moving and Handling, and equipment provision. She has worked with adults with conditions such as stroke, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, motor neuron disease, traumatic brain injury, dementia, cognitive difficulties, arthritis, osteoporosis, respiratory conditions, heart conditions, amputees, and diabetes.

Jessica is passionate about working with adults and supporting her clients to maximise their independence. She is committed to establishing ways to overcome any functional difficulties and work collaboratively with her clients to set achievable, person centred goals.

Jessica is a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists as well as the RCOT Specialist Section for Neurological Practice.

Sarah is a highly skilled OT who has been delivering expert therapy for over 15 years. She specialises in Neurological Rehabilitation, providing assessments and treatment for adults who have progressive neurological conditions including multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, motor neurone disease, stroke, acquired and traumatic brain injuries. Based in Nottingham, Sarah covers a client base across the East Midlands including Derbyshire and Leicestershire.

Over her extensive career, Sarah has worked with clients across a wide range of settings helping with fatigue management, balance and coordination, and fine and gross motor skills. Sarah works collaboratively with clients and often multi-disciplinary teams, to set individualised goals and rehabilitation plans. She endeavours to support a client regain their maximum level of independence from completing self-care tasks, such as washing and dressing, to returning to work.

Sarah can lead complex interventions involving more advanced skills such as splinting and upper limb rehabilitation. Utilising her BOBATH training, she can provide hands on treatment and support with moving and handling.

Sarah is a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section in Neurological Practice.

Karin is a Paediatric Occupational Therapist who specialises in treating children with autistic spectrum disorder. She carries out assessments and treatment of children at home and school, helping them to achieve their maximum potential. She is trained in sensory integration and treats children with neurological and physical disabilities. Based in Peterborough, Karin covers the areas of Northamptonshire, Rutland, and Cambridgeshire.

Karin has over 15 years of experience, working with children who need support to develop their fine motor skills, including handwriting as well as sensory processing difficulties and support with self-care. Throughout her career, Karin has become proficient at carrying out comprehensive assessments and creating child centred treatment programmes to help children achieve their goals and develop their skills. The home and school-based treatments she provides include advice and guidance for parents and teachers to help them work collaboratively ensuring the child is supported in gaining independence.

She is a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and the Sensory Integration Network.

Joy is a highly experienced OT, working in a variety of hospital, community, and private settings for over 20 years. She provides specialist occupational therapy with particular expertise working with clients with complex neurological and life-changing conditions such as brain injury, stroke, and multiple sclerosis. She is based in Derbyshire and covers a client base across the Midlands including Derby, Nottingham, and Sheffield.

Joy delivers expert assessments and rehabilitation programmes, supporting with the complexities of their condition and the functional and emotional impact they have on the client and their families. Joy's specialist skills include assessing visual processing and delivering perceptual and cognitive rehabilitation, continually supporting her clients in increasing their independence. To help improve their overall quality of life and independence at home, Joy can also provide seating and wheelchair assessments, hoisting and functional assessments and equipment provision.

Joy is a qualified personal performance coach and uses her skills in motivation, confidence building and empowerment when working with her clients and providing occupational therapy.

Rachel provides specialist Hand Therapy for adults and children. She is based in Leicestershire, covering Leicester, Hinckley, Loughborough, Northamptonshire, and Warwickshire. To build on her clinical knowledge, Rachel has completed various postgraduate qualifications, including British Association of Hand Therapists accredited courses in wrist conditions and the management of rheumatoid arthritis.

Rachel's expertise focuses on the management of acute and chronic conditions affecting the upper limb, having worked in various clinical settings including trauma & orthopaedics, plastic surgery, and rheumatology. She assesses and treats clients with a range of conditions, including fractures, dislocations, nerve injuries, repairs, and amputations.

Providing a variety of intervention techniques, Rachel ensures the needs of the individual are met and ultimately that they restore function. Treatment can include scar management and skin grafts, exercise provision, desensitisation and sensory re-education, as well as thermoplastic splinting in which Rachel has completed further training.

Rachel is a member of the British Association of Hand Therapists and continues her clinical development by attending seminars and training courses.

Charlotte qualified as an Occupational Therapist from Southampton University School of Health Professional and Rehabilitation Sciences in 2006. She has over 15 years of experience working within NHS, local authority and private settings, helping clients with a range of physical and neurological injuries and conditions.

Charlotte has comprehensive assessment skills to evaluate a client’s needs and deliver client-centred therapeutic intervention. She is passionate about helping clients reach their maximum potential through the implementation of rehabilitation programs, equipment provision, minor or major adaptations, fatigue management and falls prevention. She strives to maximise a client’s potential and support them to live independently and safely carry out activities of daily living. Charlotte has specialist experience delivering cognitive assessments for clients with neurological conditions and creating tailored rehabilitation programmes. She embraces multidisciplinary working where required, in order to achieve positive outcomes and provide a holistic service.

Within various different settings, Charlotte has lead and contributed to the training of junior and unqualified staff to facilitate the development of their skills and knowledge.

Since qualifying as an occupational therapist in 2019, Ellen has worked in acute hospitals, neuro community rehabilitation, physical and mental health, community rehabilitation services, and forensic secure settings. Based in Lincolnshire, Ellen helps clients with and makes comprehensive assessments for fatigue management, financial management, daily living skills, equipment provision, moving and handling (supporting carers), community access, gross and fine motor skills, self-care, and social integration with those diagnosed with Parkinsons, Multiple Sclerosis, Strokes, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and Motor Neurone Disease. In mental health settings, Ellen offers neurological services and environmental settings assessments in personal care, anxiety and cognitive behavioural therapy, schizophrenia, psychosis, diet and nutrition uptake, and TBI. Ellen has worked with complex clients and cases, and joins the OT Practice as a Complex Case Assessor offering assessments and comprehensive reports. In both individual and community settings, she aims to maximise the independent level of function individuals can have inside and outside the home environment. Ellen is highly skilled with neuro rehabilitation, moving and handling, housing adaptations, education – for in-process training, strategy development, and functional applications – taking into account the individual's daily activities and how to make positive contributions to their physical, social, and emotional wellbeing.

Laura is a BOBATH-trained Occupational Therapist specialising in Functional Rehabilitation, Housing and Equipment, and Moving and Handling. She offers her services across the East Midlands and East Anglia, covering areas such as Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire, Rutland, Leicestershire, and Northamptonshire. With a wealth of experience working with a wide range of conditions, Laura has particular expertise in Neuro-degenerative Conditions, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Co-morbidity Dementia, COPD, and Long-COVID. She is passionate about helping individuals reach their true potential, enabling them to live independently and improve their quality of life through tailored, person-centred interventions.

Laura graduated from Coventry University in 2011 with first-class honours and her expertise extends across elderly frail rehabilitation, proactive care, falls management, posture and positioning, and providing equipment and adaptations to maximise independence in daily activities. Laura also has extensive experience in cognitive assessments, identifying cognitive decline, and providing strategies to support long-term conditions.

Being an occupational therapist is a central part of Laura’s life. She is dedicated to continually enhancing her skills and regularly engages in professional development through supervision, peer support, and formal training. She is a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and values the resources they provide to help maintain the highest standards of care.

Based in Northamptonshire, Gaynor is an expert Occupational Therapist with extensive experience in Neurological Rehabilitation, both in acute and community settings. She ensures her clients are able to maximise their independence by carrying out individualised assessments and providing bespoke treatment plans to meet their personal needs. Gaynor covers a client base across The Midlands including Leicester, Lincoln, Northampton, and Nottingham.

Gaynor has specialist training in many areas of occupational therapy including BOBATH, Assessment of Motor and Processing Skills (AMPS), and SMART Assessment of PDOC patients. She works with patients with a variety of neurological conditions including traumatic brain injury, stroke, motor neuron disease, and MS.

Gaynor has been on the panel of The Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) Specialist Section for Neurological Practice and co-authored and published "Guidelines for OT working in Brain Injury".

Sophy is a highly skilled Occupational Therapist who specialises in Neurological Rehabilitation and Brain Injury. Based in Northampton, Sophy covers a large area across the Midlands including Milton Keynes, Coventry, Kettering, and Bedford. She supports clients with a wide range of neurological conditions including stroke and traumatic brain injury, as well as broader mental health needs such as anxiety and depression. She has practiced in numerous areas both within the private and public sector of the NHS.

Sophy’s specialist skills within Neuro Rehabilitation include the assessment of upper limb function and providing intensive rehabilitation to facilitate engagement in functional activities. She can provide the assessment and intervention of activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and kitchen tasks. She places a particular focus on functional cognitive strategies that can be utilised to compensate for difficulties with attention, memory, organisational skills, planning, and problem solving.

She also has an extensive background in Mental Health, including experience in an acute hospital setting to support patients with complex mental health and social needs. She provided informed packages of care which included liaison with social services and housing authorities where required. She also developed expertise on anxiety management, goal setting, and relationship building. Another particular area of interest for Sophy is Vocational Rehabilitation, where she has experience coordinating volunteer placements and assessing a client's return to work.

Roberta is a highly skilled and experienced Occupational Therapist specialising in Housing & Equipment, Seating & Postural Management, and Moving & Handling. She is based in Northampton and visits clients across the East Midlands including Birmingham, Coventry, and Leicester.

Having worked in community settings, functional rehab, acute hospitals, and adult social care, Roberta has a broad range of experience and skills which benefit those she works with to have a holistic, well-rounded assessment, and support. She supports clients with a range of physical and neurological conditions including arthritis, fibromyalgia, hip and knee replacements, amputations, stroke, Alzheimer’s, dementia, and motor neurone disease.

Roberta is passionate about working with adults to support them in achieving their goals and to be as independent as possible. She can provide recommendations for minor and major adaptations, equipment including specialist seating, manual handling and single-handed care, functional assessments, and assessments for care needs.

Roberta actively develops her clinical skills through regular training, attending conferences, and keeping up to date with developments in clinical practice to ensure that the individuals she works with receive the best possible support.

Occupational Therapist Helen specializes in housing and equipment as well as moving and handling. With a focus on DFG assessments, she brings expertise in addressing motivational issues, anxiety management, and relaxation techniques within the realm of mental health. Residing in the East Midlands, specifically Northamptonshire, Helen extends her services to Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Northamptonshire. Helen's client-centered approach ensures thorough assessments and tailored interventions, promoting independence and enhancing the overall well-being of individuals under her care.

Based in Northamptonshire and able to cover West and Central London, Leah is a passionate neuro OT providing rehabilitation. She jointly works as required with physios, speech and language therapists, and psychologists to complete comprehensive assessments for multi-disciplinary teams. Leah supports individuals to increase their independence and return to their daily living, providing equipment advice to aid independence and transfers. Leah helps set SMART goals with her clients, and is experienced with conditions such as stroke, complex medicine, elderly care, and is experienced in conducting housing assessments and making community referrals. Leah has additional experience with completing neurological assessments within SNAPP guidelines, upper limb assessment and treatment plans, and cognitive assessments.

Sarah is an experienced Occupational Therapist specialising in housing and equipment and vocational rehabilitation, and serving the regions of Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire and the East Midlands. With a strong background in mental health, Sarah has worked extensively with individuals facing various challenges. Some of which include Schizophrenia, depression, anxiety; sensory processing difficulties, autism and learning disabilities. Sarah is dedicated to helping individuals improve their self-care abilities, facilitating learning and relearning of everyday activities, and establishing effective structures and routines.

Recognising the importance of a person-centered approach, Sarah strives to make a positive impact on the lives of her clients, empowering them to achieve their goals and maximize their potential for a fulfilling and independent lifestyle.

Stephanie, an accomplished Occupational Therapist residing in Nottinghamshire, serving regions across the North West, East of England, Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, West and East Midlands, West and South West of England, East Anglia, London, and Wales. With expertise in paediatrics, housing and equipment, seating and postural management, moving and handling, and complex paediatrics, Stephanie holds a distinct qualification in sensory integration. Her specialised skills encompass pain management, sensory integration, gross and fine motor skills, and learning disabilities. Stephanie's holistic approach and dedication ensure comprehensive support, tailored to individual needs, fostering well-being and optimal development. Stephanie provides expert guidance in enhancing lives through occupational therapy.

Mary is a highly experienced Occupational Therapist specialising in Functional Rehabilitation, Neurological Rehabilitation, and Vocational Rehabilitation. She covers the East Midlands and West Midlands, providing tailored therapy for adults with long-term conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Functional Neurological Disorder, Stroke, Brain Injuries, Guillain-Barré Syndrome, and Arthritis. Mary is adept at Hand Therapy, offering off-the-shelf splints and supports, as well as conducting equipment assessments and providing small aids to enhance her clients' daily living.

Qualifying in 2004 from Derby University, Mary has focused her career on supporting adults through rehab in various settings, including clinics, patients' homes, and hospital wards. She is currently the specialist Occupational Therapist for a project that is scoping, designing, and piloting a new community stroke service. Passionate about the field of Occupational Therapy, she actively contributes to research at Lancaster University and engages in ongoing personal study and training. Mary is also an accredited educator for OT students from Coventry University, providing training in areas such as fatigue management, cognition, and neuro Occupational Therapy.

Emma is an experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist serving the West and East Midlands, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Oxfordshire, and Worcestershire, including cities like Derby, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Leicester, and Nottingham. She specialises in Functional Assessments, Motor Coordination difficulties, Self-Care Skills, Handwriting, Visual Perceptual Skills, and Fine and Gross Motor Development.

Emma brings a wealth of experience in providing care for children of all ages with a wide range of diagnosed health and social care needs, including Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy, Developmental Delay, Down's Syndrome, Genetic Disorders, Developmental Coordination Disorder, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dedicated to helping children achieve their goals and increase their independence, she offers treatment sessions, equipment provision, assessments, and advice to families, schools, and other professionals.

To ensure she delivers care within best practice guidelines, Emma actively engages in personal and professional development through reflective practice, new practice experiences, and continuous training. She is HCPC and BOAT registered, underscoring her commitment to maintaining high standards in her practice.

Katy is a dedicated Occupational Therapist specialising in pediatrics, sensory integration, and sensory attachment. With a focus on improving daily living skills, fine and gross motor skills, and anxiety management, Katy works with clients in the West Midlands, East Midlands, including Warwickshire, Birmingham, Coventry, and Derby.

Her expertise extends to working with children with conditions such as autistic spectrum disorders, ADHD, learning disabilities, and behavioral difficulties. Katy's compassionate approach aims to support clients in overcoming challenges, promoting their well-being and enhancing their quality of life.

Through evidence-based interventions and personalized treatment plans, Katy empowers her clients to reach their full potential and achieve their goals. She is committed to providing holistic and client-centered care, ensuring that each individual's unique needs are addressed with sensitivity and understanding.

Jikku is a dedicated and skilled Occupational Therapist with comprehensive expertise in Moving and Handling, Neurological Rehabilitation, Housing and Equipment, and Seating and Postural Management. He covers the West Midlands, including Birmingham, Sandwell, Dudley, and Wolverhampton. Throughout his career, Jikku has worked extensively with a diverse range of conditions, including Vascular Surgery, Stroke and Neurology, Care of the Elderly, Trauma and Orthopaedics, and Cardio-Respiratory issues, including Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Long COVID.

Jikku focuses on delivering tailored assessments and interventions that address the unique needs of each individual. His experience encompasses working with adults in both acute hospital settings and community environments, enabling him to develop effective rehabilitation strategies for patients facing complex challenges. Jikku's keen interest in poly-trauma and neurological conditions allows him to provide targeted support for service users recovering from brain injuries, strokes, and amputations.

Jikku holds a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from Brunel University London and has furthered his professional development through numerous qualifications, including Practice Educators Courses at Northampton and Coventry Universities, the Edward Jenner Leadership Course from the NHS Academy, and various specialised training in areas such as breathlessness management, manual handling, and massage techniques.