Experience
Founder & CEO
Little Zanies
March 2023 – Present
Designed innovative products to functionally integrate pillars of pediatric wellness into routines & daily life.
Contributed to articles, books, podcasts on sensory integration application into pediatric development and movement based sensory applications.
Supported creation of sensory room with specific budget, advised on room setup, and facilitated workshops on how to best utilize the room for 30 staff at temporary shelter for youth.
Co-led workshop for parents, providing exercises to support developmental milestones and prevent chronic pain, and approaches to facilitate self-regulation.
Founder & Lead Occupational Therapist
Wild Fig Occupational Therapy
Jan 2024 – Present
Utilized innovative therapeutic approaches for children ages 0-12 to facilitate optimal growth and positive changes towards milestones.
Adapted standard operating procedures to follow empowerment model for best fit for children’s lived experience and families cultural priorities.
Evaluated and created treatment plans to effectively address functional mobility deficits, sensory self regulation difficulties, and lack of independence in daily living activities.
Early Intervention Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Independent Contractor
Nov 2013 - Present
Developed and implemented personalized treatment plans for children ages 0-3 in collaboration with multidisciplinary team.
Trained parents and caregivers in therapeutic exercises and daily activities, contributing to a more sustainable and supportive home environment for child development.
Achieved a 90% success rate in helping children meet their individual goals toward developmental milestones within the projected timelines, as verified through ongoing assessments.
Director of Education & Operations
Foundation Training
January 2020 to July 2023
Facilitated company pivot to effectively launch remote training. Built and directed online training modules and coordinated mentoring programs to culminate at in-person certification events.
Led team of 6 core educators to execute teaching the product with empowerment and authenticity while remaining consistent to company branding.
Created promotional and educational materials for consumers on product’s impact on specific diagnosis and populations.
Prioritized and organized projects to achieve strategic business goals with collaborative approach between departments.
Health & Movement Coach
Private Practice
Jan 2014 – Jan 2024
Researched and created personalized plan of action for individuals based on their diagnosis, goals, preferences and unique life/work situation.
Provided concierge coaching for adults to reestablish effective movement patterns and lifestyle changes, effectively treating back pain and activity limitations.
Developed and led 3 workshops for trainers, physical and occupational therapists to integrate postural care into their programming.
Occupational Therapist
Shift Integrative Medicine
Aug 2017 - Feb 2019
Specialized in shoulder & hand therapy techniques, effectively treating over 100 patients with conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, and paralysis with a 90% improvement rate.
Fabricated over 20 static and dynamic hand splints for post operative and preventative care.
Led continuing education workshops for staff on proximal stability, posterior chain strength, and functional movement patterns, achieving a 50% increase in clinic engagement with shared techniques.
Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, and physiotherapists to optimize patient care, resulting in faster recovery rate for shared cases.
Occupational Therapist
US Peace Corps Eastern Caribbean
Jul 2012 - Aug 2013
Established assessments and interventions for 33 physically disabled children and adults living in foster home.
Created and presented 14 sensory workshops for school staff and parents with application-based follow-up trainings.
Co-facilitated monthly early childhood intervention outreach program, overseeing sensory self-regulation trainings and application.
Fund raised and resourced items for sensory room in foster home to allow children to participate safely in play.
Senior Occupational Therapist
NYC Department of Education
Mar 2010 - Oct 2016
Trained child with bilateral congenital amputation on utilization and wear of of myoelectric prostheses, including muscle site determination, strength training, and functional use.
Created and executed individualized education plans (IEPs) in conjunction with teachers and parents, improving classroom performance for targeted students by 25%.
Implemented multi-school occupational therapy assessments for over 150 students, identifying specific motor, sensory, and learning needs.
Consulted with teachers and educational staff on sensory-friendly classroom techniques, resulting in reduction in classroom disruptions related to sensory issues.