Occupational Therapy

I didn't really know what Occupational Therapy was. That was until I started in August of 2021, outside of the hospital. My OT therapist is Mark, and I was seeing him 4 times a week, now just twice. I didn't really understand Occupational Therapy - wasn't it just Physical Therapy? “Occupational therapy (OT) is a branch of health care that helps people of all ages who have physical, sensory, or cognitive problems. OT can help them regain independence in all areas of their lives. Occupational therapists help with barriers that affect a person's emotional, social, and physical needs. To do this, they use everyday activities, exercises, and other therapies.”

So, I started off doing everything from playing ball to electric stimulation equipment. I made collages, art projects (shout out to Jason - the other OT who occasionally worked with me!), and played games with cubes. Now, I am learning how to drive. I take my test in Phoenix next month. I'm so nervous but so EXCITED!

It's crazy how much time we spend together. Between Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy I was in there for three/five hours, four times a week. That's a lot!

Let me tell you about Mark. He is kind, caring and he's even funny! (Haha!) I seriously don't think I could have ever done this without him.

There were days where I wanted, and I did, just come in and cry. There were days when I would just come in and laugh and sing. It's like I'm on a roller coaster, up and down up and down, but I wouldn't change it for the world.

THANK YOU MARK!