Services & Offerings
What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapy is a healthcare profession dedicated to helping people regain or develop the necessary skills to participate in daily activities and roles, which are referred to as "occupations." These occupations include self-care activities, work, leisure, and play. Occupational therapists work with individuals who have physical, cognitive, emotional, or developmental challenges that affect their ability to engage in these activities.
Enhancing Quality of Life
Occupational therapists help individuals regain the skills and confidence needed to perform daily activities and participate in their communities, ultimately improving their overall quality of life.
Promoting Independence
Occupational therapy enables people to regain independence and autonomy, even when facing physical, cognitive, or emotional challenges.
Rehabilitation and Recovery
Occupational therapy plays a vital role in the rehabilitation process, helping individuals recover from health conditions and reintegrate into their daily lives.
Mental Health
Occupational therapists work with individuals struggling with mental health issues, helping them manage symptoms, build coping strategies, and engage in meaningful activities.
Adaptive Strategies
Occupational therapists recommend and teach the use of adaptive mechanisms and management strategies to facilitate engagement in daily activities.
Free 20-Minute Consultation
Start with a video call. There is no obligation to book further sessions.
Michelle will:
- ✓Understand what you're currently struggling with
- ✓Explain how occupational therapy specifically addresses your barriers
- ✓Recommend the most appropriate next step for your situation
Individual Sessions
Initial Assessment — 60 minutes
The starting point for all new clients. Michelle conducts a comprehensive occupational therapy assessment to understand your current functioning, identify where daily life is breaking down, and establish the goals that will guide your treatment plan.
What to expect:
- ✓In-depth discussion of your daily routines, challenges, and priorities
- ✓Functional assessment across relevant life areas (work, self-care, leisure, relationships)
- ✓A clear picture of where occupational therapy can make the most impact
- ✓Agreement on your personalised goals going forward
Payment for the initial assessment is made in advance of the session.
Follow-Up Session — 50 minutes
Ongoing sessions where Michelle works with you to implement, refine, and build on the changes identified in your assessment. Each session is structured around your specific goals: reviewing progress, problem-solving obstacles, and adjusting your plan as your life and needs evolve.
Sessions are invoiced after each appointment.
Packages & Programmes
Session Package — 5 Sessions
For clients who benefit from a committed block of support. Five sessions allow for deeper habit-building work, more structured progress tracking, and better momentum between appointments than single sessions alone.
Half-Day Programme — 3 hours
An intensive, focused session for clients who want to make significant progress in one sitting. Suited to goal-setting, structured problem-solving, or addressing a specific area of functioning in depth.
Full-Day Programme — 6 hours
A comprehensive, immersive day of occupational therapy work. Details and availability discussed during your free consultation.
Everyday Wellbeing
An eight-session online group programme for building routines, managing energy and finding balance in daily life.
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Beyond individual sessions and programmes, Michelle provides specialist services across these areas:
Sensory Processing
Work with individuals with sensory processing disorders or aversions, to help them process sensory information effectively and adapt to their environment.
Education and Training
Educational programmes and training sessions for clients, families, and caregivers to improve understanding and coping with various conditions.
Wellness Programmes
Development and implementation of wellness and prevention programmes that focus on improving overall health and quality of life. This can be in collaboration with clients, carers, and organisations.
Exposure Therapy
Exposing individuals to the source of their anxiety or fear in a controlled and systematic way. The goal is to help individuals confront and gradually desensitise themselves to the feared object or situation, ultimately reducing their anxiety and fear response.
Focus Areas
Michelle works with adults aged 18 and over who are experiencing a range of mental health challenges, including:
Anxiety and Mood Disorders
Generalised anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, social anxiety. Focus on coping strategies, stress management, and stabilising daily functioning.
Trauma
Trauma-informed care to help rebuild safety, routine, and trust in daily life.
OCD
Practical techniques and exposure-based strategies to reduce the impact of intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviours on everyday life.
Eating Disorders
Addressing the practical, emotional, and cognitive dimensions of anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating disorder.
Neurodivergence
Understanding and managing neurodivergence in relation to daily activities, through individual, group, or family sessions as appropriate.
If your situation doesn't appear above, get in touch. Michelle works across a wide range of presentations and will be honest about whether occupational therapy is the right fit.
Delivery Options
Sessions are available online and in-person depending on your location and preferences.
Michelle is based in London and also works with international clients via secure video call.
Still Figuring Things Out?
Email, call or WhatsApp Michelle directly. She will respond within 1–2 working days. No commitment required.
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