Emily MacEwen, M.Sc., O.T.

Offers In-person and virtual appointments
  • Occupational Therapist
  • Woman
Accepting new patients

Provider information

Description

Emily is an experienced occupational therapist with a strong background in working with adults who are recovering from illness, injury, or the effects of natural aging. She has a particular passion for supporting individuals post-stroke, helping them regain independence and function. Emily specializes in identifying appropriate supports, optimizing environments, and empowering adults to succeed in their daily lives. Her approach is evidence-based, and she is focused on helping her clients engage in the activities that matter most to them.

Conditions

  • ALS
  • Alzheimer's
  • Amputations
  • Anxiety
  • Arthritis
  • Autism
  • Brain injuries
  • Burns
  • Cerebral palsy
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • Low vision
  • Lymphedema
  • Physical disabilities
  • Stroke

Provider's hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tuesday
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Friday
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday
By appointment only

Services

  • Ageing in place assessment
  • Cancer rehabilitation program
  • Cardiac rehab
  • Cognitive abilities evaluation
  • Cognitive rehabilitation
  • Developmental delays
  • Environmental assessments
  • Ergonomic Assessment
  • Exposure Therapy
  • Feeding support
  • Fine motor development
  • Functional abilities evaluation
  • Functional Testing
  • Gross motor development
  • Hand therapy
  • Home accessibility/safety assessment
  • Job coaching/shadowing
  • Job Site Visit
  • Mental health reactivation
  • Multidisciplinary pain management program
  • Pediatric occupational therapy
  • Physical challenge support
  • Physical demands analysis
  • Progressive goal attainment program
  • Psychoeducation
  • Sensory processing, integration
  • Stroke rehabilitation
  • Trauma informed care
  • Wheelchair & mobility assessment/services
  • Work conditioning and hardening
  • Work Simulation
  • Workplace facilitation/mediation

Clientele

  • Adults (18+)​
  • Children (under 12)​
  • Pediatrics​
  • Seniors (65+)​
  • Teens (13-17)​

Languages spoken

  • English

Professional designations

  • Master of Science (M.Sc.)
  • Occupational Therapist (O.T.)

Education

  • Dalhousie University

Professional associations

  • College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia

Summary

At Thrive Therapy we offer Occupational Therapy,  Speech Therapy, and Counselling services to children, youth, adults, and seniors across Nova Scotia. 

We believe every person deserves a fulfilling and meaningful life. Our mission is to support and empower our clients to reach their goals through a personalized, client-centered approach. 

Our experienced team of therapists understands that there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach to therapy. We provide practical, real-life strategies that support success at home, school, work, and in the community.

Business hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tuesday
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Friday
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday
By appointment only

Services & supplies

  • Ageing in place assessment
  • Cancer rehabilitation program
  • Cardiac rehab
  • Cognitive abilities evaluation
  • Cognitive demands analysis
  • Cognitive rehabilitation
  • Cognitive work capacity assessment
  • Developmental delays
  • Environmental assessments
  • Ergonomic Assessment
  • Exposure Therapy
  • Feeding support
  • Fine motor development
  • Functional abilities evaluation
  • Functional capacity evaluations
  • Functional Testing
  • Gross motor development
  • Hand therapy
  • Home accessibility/safety assessment
  • Job coaching/shadowing
  • Job Site Visit
  • Mental health reactivation
  • Multidisciplinary pain management program
  • Pediatric occupational therapy
  • Physical challenge support
  • Physical demands analysis
  • Post COVID-19 rehabilitation and recovery
  • Progressive goal attainment program
  • Psychoeducation
  • Sensory processing, integration
  • Stroke rehabilitation
  • Trauma informed care
  • Wheelchair & mobility assessment/services
  • Work conditioning and hardening
  • Work Simulation
  • Workplace facilitation/mediation

Amenities

  • Close to public transit
  • Free parking
  • Wheelchair accessible
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Provider's hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tuesday
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Friday
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday
By appointment only

Business hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tuesday
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Friday
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday
By appointment only