Private occupational therapy in Edinburgh

Fiona is a highly skilled Occupational Therapist, specialising in Neurological and Functional Rehabilitation, as well as Moving and Handling. Based in the Scottish Borders, she covers areas such as Edinburgh and Glasgow. Fiona has extensive expertise in working with a range of Physical and Neurological Conditions, including Stroke and Brain Injury Rehabilitation, Orthopaedic Injuries, Respiratory Conditions, and Frailty. She provides expert functional assessments, rehabilitation, and tailored strategies to meet her clients' unique needs, ensuring they regain independence and improve their quality of life.

With experience in both acute and community settings at an advanced and team lead level, Fiona excels in delivering patient-centred care in complex situations. She is dedicated to helping clients identify the everyday challenges they face and works closely with them to overcome barriers and achieve their rehabilitation goals.

Fiona is HCPC registered and holds a BSc Honours in Occupational Therapy with Psychology, which she earned from Glasgow Caledonian University in 2007.

Morven has over 30 years' experience as an OT in paediatrics, hand therapy, and neuro rehabilitation. Based near Edinburgh and East Lothian, Morven is an experienced paediatrics OT who provides housing and equipment, and moving and handling support to patients in need of hand therapy, neurological rehabilitation (both adults and young persons) seating and postural management, large equipment and housing adaptations and for the OT Practice assesses clients in their own homes. She has worked with a range of people with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Multiple Sclerosis, and complex learning disabilities, and she volunteers at Muirfield Riding Therapy (a facility that provides horse riding to disabled riders and is a qualified Equine Facilitated Therapist OT). Morven is a special DFG assessor, and supports her clients to attain independence with routine planning, daily living skills support, community access, fine motor skills, self care, social integration, anxiety management and relaxation, and provides clinical interventions to improve people's physical and mental health.

Based in Edinburgh, Rebecca is a Paediatric Occupational Therapist who currently visits clients across Lothian and Fife. With over 10 years’ experience, largely in the private-sector, Rebecca has a passion for working with children and their families, to provide functional and meaningful client-centred interventions. She works with children who have various diagnoses such as developmental delays, Autism, ADHD, sensory processing difficulties, visual perceptual concerns, executive functioning difficulties, behavioural difficulties, and emotional difficulties.

Rebecca works with children in an environment to suit them and their needs, whether at home or in school. Rebecca has received extensive training in Sensory Integration and has completed the comprehensive Sensory Integration Praxis Test (SIPT) certification program. Rebecca delivers comprehensive assessments and addresses functional skills including play, academics, sensory processing, activities of daily living, and vocational training.

To support therapeutic interventions, Rebecca works closely with family members and where necessary teachers, classroom staff, and other health professionals. She strives to maximise a child’s engagement and independence in all activities, both at home and school.

Ebby is a highly skilled Occupational Therapist with expertise in Functional Rehabilitation and Hand Therapy. She is based in South West Scotland, visiting clients across Scotland and the North of England. Ebby works with clients with injury, illness, or long-term health conditions including dementia, stroke, and conditions related to old age.

Ebby's clinical experience comes from working in various hospitals, community, and rehabilitation settings. She provides functional and goal orientated programmes that maximise independence and improve quality of life, also involving family and carers where appropriate. Ebby is experienced in making recommendations for equipment and minor adaptations to enable clients to be as independent as possible. Ebby also specialises in delivering expert Hand Therapy, working with adults of all ages who have conditions such as stroke or rheumatoid arthritis that affect their working and personal lives.

Ebby is actively involved with a number of professional organisations including the Royal College of Occupational Therapists’ Specialist Section for Older People where she has been involved in ongoing work to promote and develop the role of occupational therapists working with older people, specifically in acute care and emergency settings. Ebby is also a member of the British Association of Hand Therapists.

Based to the west of Glasgow in Renfrewshire, Nikki delivers expert care to clients across Lanarkshire, Ayrshire, and East Dunbartonshire. Nikki has been an Occupational Therapist for over 25 years, working for most of her career in the field of Paediatrics. She started out in acute settings but for the past 20 years has worked in a variety of community settings within Lanarkshire and Greater Glasgow and Clyde.

Throughout her time working in Paediatrics, Nikki has gained the skills to work with a wide range of children and young people, whether at home or school/nursery. She has developed expertise on a wide range of conditions including global developmental delay, acquired brain injuries, neurological conditions, spina bifida, cerebral palsy, hypermobility, and juvenile idiopathic arthritis. She supports and offers the appropriate assessment, treatment, and intervention at the right time to help them participate and function in their day-to-day activities.

With over two decades of experience in Occupational Therapy, Nikki offers a wealth of knowledge and skill to her private clients. She has a passion for working with children and their families, to provide functional and meaningful client-centred interventions. Nikki also enjoys supporting and mentoring Occupational Therapy students and junior members of staff, sharing her specialist clinical reasoning skills and knowledge in this field.

Gillian is based just outside of Glasgow in Wishaw and visits clients across Lanarkshire, North Ayrshire, and West Lothian. She has over 25 years’ experience in Occupational Therapy and specialises in the field of Neurological Rehabilitation. She works with adults with spinal cord injuries, traumatic and acquired brain injury including complex stroke, and has a particular interest and clinical skills in prolonged disorders of consciousness (PDOC), visual perception, and hand therapy.

Gillian has gained experience working in variety of sectors including in a specialist rehabilitation unit. She can support clients with a wide range of functional and cognitive needs such as fatigue management, routine planning, activities of daily living, splinting, sensory awareness, and behaviour management.

Gillian is an active member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapy and their Specialist Section for Neurological Practice, she takes part in the Scottish West Committee and recently participated in an Advancing Practice in Brain Injury scoping event. Gillian continues to develop her knowledge, skills, and competencies through clinical experience, attendance at specialist training courses, and personal learning.

Rebecca is a highly experienced Occupational Therapist specialising in Neurological Rehabilitation, Functional Rehabilitation, and Seating and Postural Management. She works across Northumberland and Scotland and has extensive experience addressing complex conditions, including Brain Injury, Functional Neurological Disorder, Progressive Neurological Conditions and Post-Concussion Syndrome. Her holistic approach incorporates Upper Limb Assessments, Cognitive Rehabilitation, Falls Prevention Strategies, Fatigue Management, and Sensory Integration.

Rebecca is passionate about helping individuals regain independence and achieve their goals through tailored assessments, treatment plans, and interventions that focus on enhancing wellbeing and functional performance. Committed to professional development, Rebecca continually enhances her practice through courses, seminars, and specialised training. She is skilled in motivational interviewing, Neurolinguistic Programming, and coaching techniques tailored for neurological rehabilitation. Rebecca’s dedication, expertise, and innovative practice make her an asset to her field and a trusted advocate for her clients' independence and quality of life.

Kirstie is an experienced Occupational Therapist specialising in Housing and Equipment, Moving and Handling, and supporting individuals with disabilities. Based in Scotland and covering North East England, she works with adults and children experiencing a wide range of conditions, including Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Multiple Sclerosis, Motor Neurone Disease, Spinal Injuries, Cardiac and Respiratory Conditions, and Palliative Needs. Her practice focuses on providing tailored assessments and interventions within home environments to maximise independence and improve quality of life.

Kirstie graduated from Queen Margaret College in Edinburgh in 1991 and is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council. With over three decades of clinical experience in local authority settings across Scotland, she is a skilled assessor of functional ability, particularly in home settings. She has significant expertise in recommending equipment and adaptations, from minor adjustments to major housing adaptations, ensuring environments meet both current and long-term needs.

Committed to maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice, Kirstie regularly updates her knowledge through CPD activities, clinical supervision, and peer reviews. She ensures her interventions reflect best practices, delivering professional and compassionate care tailored to each client’s unique needs.

Based in Edinburgh, Occupational Therapist Roz specialises in Housing and Equipment, Seating and Postural Management, Functional Rehabilitation, and Moving and Handling for both adults and children. She provides expert occupational therapy assessments and interventions across the Lothians, supporting individuals with conditions such as Motor Neurone Disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Arthritis, Cancer, Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, Fibromyalgia, and Dementia. Roz is dedicated to helping clients maintain their independence at home, offering a holistic and person-centred approach that prioritises their unique goals and wellbeing.

A fully qualified and HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist, Roz earned her Master’s Degree from Glasgow Caledonian University in 2010. She has over a decade of clinical experience across health and social care settings, working in both public and voluntary sectors with individuals of all ages. Roz’s expertise includes assessing for minor and major home adaptations, equipment provision, manual handling, functional rehabilitation, fatigue management, and palliative rehabilitation. Additionally, she is a trained Yoga Therapist, complementing her occupational therapy practice with a holistic approach to improving quality of life.

Jane has over 20 years' experience as an OT across Scotland, NW and NE England. With clinical experience in a variety of settings for Adult Social Care, clients benefit from her skills with functional assessments and the occupational therapy process, her moving and handling, proportionate care, and specialist seating advice. In addition to these specialisms, Jane has worked with private practice clients to maximise their independence when using equipment and adaptations, assistive technology, rehabilitation, telecare postural management, and when diagnosing for risk enablement, physical disabilities, neurological disorders, and mental health eating disorders. Jane has experience in several Adult Social Care environments including palliative and elderly care. Jane is passionate about empowering individuals to find creative and personalised solutions in their homes and setting goals for a supportive recovery and wellbeing outcomes. Jane is a patient, empathetic, proactive and sensitive OT in her approach.

Based in Dumfries and Galloway, Angela visits clients across North-West England and Scotland. Angela is a highly experienced OT specialising in neurological assessment and rehabilitation, including stroke, brain injury, motor neurone disease, and many other conditions. Angela aims to deliver a holistic approach to assessment and therapy, focusing on a client’s every need at home and in the community.

Angela focuses on maximising a client’s rehabilitation potential following neurological trauma or diagnosis, with particular expertise in fatigue, motivation, routine planning, and community access. She aims to develop a client’s mobility and independence at home, working on elements such as personal care and domestic tasks. This typically includes, washing, dressing, cooking, and cleaning.

Angela is also able to recommend small aids and equipment to support a client’s independence and install confidence, both at home and when out and about. She can advise on blue badge criteria and applications, and Personal Independence Payments (PIP).

Angela is a member of the Independent Practice and Neurological Practice specialist sections at The Royal College of Occupational Therapists.

Carole is an expert Occupational Therapist who specialises in Housing & Equipment, Rehabilitation, and vocational based therapy. She lives in Fife and travels to Dunfermline, St. Andrews, Kirkcaldy, and Anstruther visiting clients at home.

Carole has extensive experience working in various clinical settings including for the NHS, both inpatient and community, and social work services. Most recently, Carole has worked within a community mental health team, treating clients with severe and enduring mental health issues. She also has a particular interest in helping clients maintain employment and has experience negotiating with employers about return to work adjustments.

Working independently, Carole completes specialist assessments with her clients in their own environment. She is experienced in and is qualified to use the Assessment of Motor and Process Skills (AMPS) with clients, focusing on how they carry out daily life activities. Developing evidence-based treatment plans with the client and their family, Carole aims to improve quality of life by increasing their overall independence. This involves recommending specialised equipment, as well as advice and support on minor and major housing adaptations.

Carole has completed various post graduate training courses, including certificates on counselling skills, overcoming depression, rehabilitation, and technology.