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Megan Spears, M.Sc., O.T.

Offers In-person and virtual appointments
  • Occupational Therapist
  • Woman
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Provider's hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Friday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday
By appointment only

Description

Megan has worked in the field of pediatrics for the past 9 years supporting families, schools and communities. Prior to working in the field of pediatrics, Megan also spent a portion of her occupational therapy career working in acute mental health settings.

Megan’s professional learning has concentrated on evidence-based programs and practical training to inform her approach to intervention such as Zones of Regulation, The SCERTS Model, Handwriting Without Tears, SOS Approach to Feeding and Social Thinking.

Conditions

  • Amputations
  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Brain injuries
  • Burns
  • Cerebral palsy
  • Depression
  • Low vision
  • Physical disabilities

Services

  • Developmental delays
  • Environmental assessments
  • Feeding support
  • Fine motor development
  • Gross motor development
  • Home accessibility/safety assessment
  • Pediatric occupational therapy
  • Physical challenge support
  • Psychoeducation
  • Sensory processing, integration

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 (COTNS)
Facility Information

Summary

Thrive Therapy is dedicated to providing children, youth, and adult healthcare services across Nova Scotia. 
 
We believe that every person is entitled to a satisfying and meaningful life. Our mission is to support and empower our clients to achieve their goals, using an individualized and client-centred approach. 

We offer services at our 2 clinic locations within the Halifax Regional Municipality, as well as in the community, in our client’s homes, workplaces, and within school-based settings. Our services include Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Sleep Consulting.

Business hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Friday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday
By appointment only

Services & supplies

  • Developmental delays
  • Environmental assessments
  • Feeding support
  • Fine motor development
  • Gross motor development
  • Home accessibility/safety assessment
  • Pediatric occupational therapy
  • Physical challenge support
  • Psychoeducation
  • Sensory processing, integration

Amenities

  • Close to public transit
  • Free parking
  • Wheelchair accessible
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7071 Bayers Road, Suite 325, Halifax, NS B3L 2C2

Provider's hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Friday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday
By appointment only

Business hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Friday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday
By appointment only