About me
Graduated in occupational therapy from Paris University
My story as an Occupational therapist in Amsterdam
I began my career in adult neurology and then continued my practice in a paediatric department at the Paris Est Saint Maurice Hospital, where I worked with children suffering from rare pathologies. At the same time, I worked at the Centre de Référence des Malformations des Membres, where I had the opportunity to write scientific articles on occupational therapy practice with this population.
I arrived in Amsterdam at the beginning of 2023, and I was very pleased to resume my work as an occupational therapist in Amsterdam at “La Maison de la Santé”.
My practice as an occupational therapist mainly focuses on pediatric care, particularly for children with learning disabilities, ADHD, developmental delays, and autism spectrum disorders.
Since occupational therapy supports people at all stages of life, I also assist adults with motor and sensory disorders.
No matter the person’s age, my goal remains the same: to promote autonomy in all activities that the person needs or likes to do.
SELF EMPLOYED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST IN AMSTERDAM – 2023
- Improving motor skills: Helping children develop their fine motor skills and gross motor skills.
- Promoting independence: Encouraging children to perform daily tasks independently.
Developing social and communication skills: Helping children interact with peers and adults, understand and express emotions, and follow instructions. - Adapting the environment: Recommending modifications at home, school, or other environments to facilitate children’s participation and performance.
- Supporting learning: Helping children with learning difficulties develop strategies to succeed in school, such as organizing work, maintaining attention, and concentrating.
- Promoting participation in play and recreational activities: Encouraging children to engage in games, sports, and other activities that promote their overall development.
- Supporting families: Providing advice and training to parents and caregivers to help them understand and support their child’s needs.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY TEACHER – 2021 to 2023
Teaching Anatomy and Pathophysiology:
- Describe the normal anatomy of the upper and lower limbs.
- Explain the different causes of limb malformations (congenital, traumatic and pathological).
- Identify the main limb malformations (amelia, phocomelia, polydactyly and syndactyly).
Conducting an Occupational Therapy Assessment:
- Use standardized assessment tools to evaluate the function and capacities of affected limbs.
- Conduct ergonomic evaluations to understand the impact of malformations on activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs).
Planning and Implementing Interventions:
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on the specific needs and objectives of patients.
- Implement occupational therapy techniques such as play therapy, therapeutic exercise, and functional activities.
- Adapt home, school, and work environments to promote inclusion and participation.
Use of Assistive Devices:
- Present different assistive devices and prosthetics available for individuals with limb malformations.
PAEDIATRIC OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST – 2020 to 2023
Improvement of motor function and mobility
- Development and maintenance of joint mobility and muscle strength.
- Improvement of coordination and dexterity.
Adaptation of activities and the environment
- Adaptation of activities of daily living (ADL).
- Recommendation of technical aids.
- Environmental adjustment of school and home.
- Development of skills for autonomy.
- Support for self-esteem and identity.
Social and school integration
- Facilitation of participation in school and leisure activities.
- Awareness and education of peers and teachers.
PAEDIATRIC OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST: CEREFAM – 2020 to 2023
GERIATRIC / ADULT OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST – 2019 to 2020
2023 – ABC BOOM: Graphism disorders.
2022 – Orthosis certificate.
2022 – Adapting bouldering for people with disabilities.
2021 – Professional scientific writer certificate.
2021 – COPM ( Canadian Occupational Performance Mesure).
2023 – Personal Injury Law Certification.
2019 – Bachelor of Occupational Therapy.