Sara Gariepy

Sara Gariepy is a dedicated Occupational Therapist specializing in helping children navigate the challenges associated with trauma and developmental disorders. With an impressive array of credentials, including MS, OTRL, CATP, ARSP, and CTP-C, she profoundly understands the effects of trauma on childhood development. Sara recognizes that trauma can significantly impact a child's ability to thrive in daily environments, often manifesting as difficulties in focus, emotional regulation, relationships, and school performance. As a trauma-focused occupational therapist, she collaborates with children who have faced high-stress circumstances, neglect, medical trauma, or exposure to violence. Her unique approach integrates somatic and attachment-based strategies, addressing both the physical and emotional components of healing. Sara's assessments are comprehensive, covering each child's developmental history and utilizing standardized measures to create personalized treatment plans tailored to individual family goals. Her mission is to foster skill development, improve sensory processing, and equip children with essential regulation strategies, ensuring they achieve greater success in all areas of life. Through her compassionate and strength-based therapeutic practices, Sara is committed to empowering families and nurturing resilient, confident children.