Hi there! I'm Nikita.
I'm a passionate pediatric occupational therapist with a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Dalhousie University. My focus is on helping children, especially those with neurodiverse needs, thrive in a supportive and nurturing environment. I specialize in feeding therapy for infants and beyond, and I’m dedicated to empowering kids to reach their full potential.
I believe in a strengths-based, neurodiversity-affirming approach, and my goal is to help each child build the skills and confidence they need to succeed in their everyday life. Whether it’s through play-based therapy or practical skill-building activities, I work to make every session both fun and rewarding.
In addition to my practical experience, I’ve received specialized training in the SOS Approach to Feeding, Melanie Potock’s “Treating the Whole Child and the Whole Family,” Handwriting Without Tears, Autism Level Up, the Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital Autism Mentorship program, and Building Blocks for Gross Motor Development, along with many other classes and workshops.
I’m here to support your child on their unique journey, and I look forward to being part of their growth and success!
Our services include
Supporting children in developing coordination, strength, and mobility, helping them engage in activities like reaching, pincer grasp, bilateral hand movements, rolling, crawling, walking.
Assisting children in mastering daily living activities such as dressing, grooming, and feeding, to promote independence and confidence.
Developing the fine motor skills necessary for effective writing, including proper grip, letter formation, and coordination.
Addressing challenges related to feeding, including picky eating, oral motor skills, and supporting children with G/J tubes. Our approach helps children gain comfort and skill with eating and drinking.
Helping children regulate their sensory responses, whether they're over- or under-responsive to sensory input, to improve focus, behaviour, and emotional regulation.
Recommending and providing adaptive tools to support comfort, mobility, and function, ensuring children can engage in activities with greater ease and independence.
Offering specialized interventions for children with torticollis, helping improve head and neck movement, posture, and muscle development.