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Sarah Charles, B.Sc., O.T.
Offers
In-person and virtual appointments
- Occupational Therapist
- Woman
Accepting new patients
Provider's hours
Sunday
By appointment only
Monday
8:00 am
-
5:00 pm
Tuesday
8:00 am
-
5:00 pm
Wednesday
8:00 am
-
5:00 pm
Thursday
8:00 am
-
5:00 pm
Friday
8:00 am
-
5:00 pm
Saturday
By appointment only
Description
Sarah specializes in working with Musculoskeletal/orthopaedic injuries, Chronic Pain, Mental health (including but not limited to anxiety, depression, and PTSD), Concussion / traumatic brain injury, and Mixed diagnoses. Sarah also assists clients with return to work. Sarah has a passion for community-based programs, assisting clients of all age groups regain function and meaning in their daily lives. Service Region: Qualicum Beach, Parksville, Nanoose Bay, Nanaimo and Ladysmith
Conditions
- ALS
- Alzheimer's
- Amputations
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Autism
- Brain injuries
- Burns
- Cerebral palsy
- Dementia
- Depression
- Diabetes
- Low vision
- Lymphedema
- Physical disabilities
- Stroke
Services
- Ageing in place assessment
- Developmental delays
- Environmental assessments
- Feeding support
- Fine motor development
- Gross motor development
- Hand therapy
- Home accessibility/safety assessment
- Physical challenge support
- Progressive goal attainment program
- Psychoeducation
- Sensory processing, integration
- Wheelchair & mobility assessment/services
Clientele
- Adults (18+)
- Children (under 12)
- Seniors (65+)
- Teens (13-17)
Languages spoken
- English
Professional designations
- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
- Occupational Therapist (O.T.)
Education
- Sarah obtained her Bachelor of Science (Psychology) from the University of Victoria, and her Master’s in Occupational Therapy from the University of British Columbia. She has completed additional education and training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Chronic Pain Management, Concussion Management, Exposure Therapy, Sleep Interventions, Mindfulness and Relaxation, Motivational Interviewing, and Seating and Positioning. She is also certified to administer the MoCA.
Professional associations
- Active member of the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT)
Facility Information
Symmetry Injury Rehabilitation Ltd
Summary
We are an experienced team of Occupational Therapists, Kinesiologists, and Rehab Assistants that provide mobile, community-based Injury Rehabilitation Services across the lower mainland and Vancouver Island. We will travel to meet clients at their homes, community gyms or pools, or their worksites. We specialize in soft tissue and musculoskeletal injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and mental health disorders. We also coordinate the return to work process. Our goal is always to restore function and independence in daily activities, empowering clients to live their most productive lives.
Business hours
Sunday
By appointment only
Monday
8:00 am
-
5:00 pm
Tuesday
8:00 am
-
5:00 pm
Wednesday
8:00 am
-
5:00 pm
Thursday
8:00 am
-
5:00 pm
Friday
8:00 am
-
5:00 pm
Saturday
By appointment only
Services & supplies
- Ageing in place assessment
- Developmental delays
- Environmental assessments
- Feeding support
- Fine motor development
- Gross motor development
- Hand therapy
- Home accessibility/safety assessment
- Physical challenge support
- Progressive goal attainment program
- Psychoeducation
- Sensory processing, integration
- Wheelchair & mobility assessment/services
Amenities
- Close to public transit
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible
300 - 34334 Forrest Terrace, Abbotsford, BC V2S 1G7