Private occupational therapy in Belfast

OT Stephanie specialises in Functional and Neurological Rehabilitation, and Moving & Handling. Stephanie works across Northern Ireland and in Antrim, Armagh, Down, Tyrone, Fermanagh, Londonderry, and Belfast. She is a specialist in fatigue management, routine planning, daily living skills, fine and gross motor skills, visual perception, TBI, splinting, and postural management.

Stephanie has worked with a variety of complex conditions, including Brain Haemorrhages, Acquired Brain Injuries, Stroke, Progressive Neurological Conditions, Parkinson's, MND, MS, Spinal Cord Injuries, Functional Neurological Disorder, and Post Disorder of Consciousness. She has an in-depth understanding of the complexities of these conditions and is skilled in providing tailored interventions to meet the individual needs of her clients.

Stephanie's approach is person-centred, and she works closely with her clients to ensure that they receive the most appropriate and effective support. She enjoys providing clients with the support they need to manage their condition.

Beatriz - an experienced Occupational Therapist specialising in functional and vocational rehabilitation, moving and handling, and postural management - is based in Northern Ireland where she offers her services in both Londonderry and Belfast. Beatriz is dedicated to helping individuals regain their independence and improve their overall quality-of-life.

With her expertise in functional and vocational rehabilitation, Beatriz assists clients in enhancing their daily living skills and achieving their vocational goals. She is skilled in providing guidance and support for moving and handling techniques, ensuring the safety and well-being of her clients. Beatriz also utilises her knowledge to assess and recommend suitable strategies and equipment to optimise comfort and function.

Aisling, an Occupational Therapist specialising in Seating and Postural Management, Functional and Neurological Rehabilitation, and Moving and Handling, is based in Northern Ireland, she serves clients in Belfast, Londonderry, Tyrone, and Fermanagh.

Aisling possesses extensive experience working with conditions such as stroke, brain injury, multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease, and Guillain-Barré syndrome. Her specialist skills include fatigue management, daily living skills, fine and gross motor skills, visual perception, splitting, balance, and coordination.

With a client-centred approach, Aisling offers comprehensive assessments and personalized treatment plans to optimise functional abilities and enhance quality-of-life.

Oonagh is a specialist Hand Therapist with over 10 years’ experience. She works with clients with injuries and conditions affecting the hands and upper limbs, supporting them with pain management, strength and mobility, and splinting. Oonagh is based in Bangor, just outside of Belfast, visiting clients in Antrim, Armagh, and Down.

Throughout her career, Oonagh has helped clients with a wide range of traumatic injuries including fractures, tendon and nerve injuries, soft tissue injuries, and the amputation of digits. She also works with clients experiencing chronic and long-term conditions affecting the hands and upper limbs such as carpal tunnel syndrome, chronic regional pain syndrome, and rheumatological conditions.

Oonagh completes detailed assessments of her client’s functional needs, creating bespoke treatment plans that focus on rehabilitation as well as the provision of specialised equipment. Her overall aim is to improve her client’s safety and independence at home and in the workplace, enabling them to effectively complete activities of daily living.

Oonagh is a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapy and the British Association of Hand Therapists. She regularly attends training courses to develop her skills and knowledge and to ensure that her practice is based on the most up to date evidence and research. Oonagh has completed several specialist courses including the BAHT level 2 course on the wrist, a master’s module on service improvement, and the Neuro-Orthopaedic Institute’s Explain Pain course.

Alice is a Paediatric Occupational Therapist based in County Down and visits children and their families across Northern Ireland including Antrim, Tyrone, and Belfast. She has worked in the profession for over a decade, developing expertise on a variety of diagnoses including developmental delay, autism, developmental coordination disorder, dyspraxia, sensory processing difficulties, and learning disabilities.

Alice carries out comprehensive assessments and supports children with fine and gross motor skills, functional skills, activities of daily living skills, handwriting/assistive technology, sensory processing, and seating provisions. She has undertaken training in The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2) to supplement her extensive experience with many other assessment tools and treatment approaches.

Alice has a particular interest in the assessment of children with significant motor skills difficulties such as DCD and her aim is to support these children, their families, and the important people in their lives to develop and reach their goals. She is passionate about delivering expert care to children and their families, supporting them to maximise their potential and meet their personal goals. Working within private practice, Alice utilises her vast experience working with children with a wide variety of physical disabilities as well as sensory difficulties and learning disabilities.

Roseanne, an Occupational Therapist, specializes in neurological and vocational rehabilitation, with expertise in sensory integration and sensory attachment therapy. Her extensive skill set includes addressing motivational issues, routine planning, daily living skills, sensory integration, social integration, and mental health. Residing in Northern Ireland, Roseanne extends her services to Ireland and the South East of England, covering areas like Kent, Belfast, Down, and Armagh.

With a focus on enhancing the well-being of her clients, Roseanne brings a compassionate and comprehensive approach to her occupational therapy practice. Her dedication to neurological and vocational rehabilitation, coupled with expertise in sensory therapies, ensures that individuals receive tailored support for their unique needs in Northern Ireland and across the specified regions.