Higher Level Occupational Therapy Ltd.Higher Level Occupational Therapy Ltd.
Higher Level Occupational Therapy Ltd. strives to provide client-centered, evidence-based occupational therapy services within our client’s community. Our licensed therapists are passionate about working with individuals and groups with functional impairments and helping them progress within their recovery to ultimately improve their participation and quality of life. The OT services we provide our clients are holistic in nature. We aim to address and improve the client’s physical, cognitive, psycho-social and spiritual functioning as well as the unique elements of the activities the client wishes to improve and the client’s environmental surroundings. The majority of our work takes place in the client’s community as we facilitate therapy in their homes, places of study and/or place of work.
Jeffrey started HLOT in 2019. He currently serves as the Director of Higher Level OT and has 12 years of clinical experience. He has provided OT services in both Alberta and Ontario and has worked in the public and private healthcare systems. His clinical interests are treatment of Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, and TBI through community-based Occupational Therapy. His clinical strengths are developing therapeutic rapport with clients, leading strong and collaborative multidisciplinary teams, and using his creativity to develop client-centred treatment plans. Jeffrey aims to continue his advocacy for individuals experiencing disability and raise awareness for Veterans and `individuals who have sustained workplace injuries.
Courses and Certifications
- Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists: Occupational Therapy Assessment of Functional Cognition for Employment
- Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) Certification
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
- Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE)
Lindsay has been a Registered Occupational Therapist since 2018 and also has a BSc in Kinesiology. She has worked in a variety of settings including long term care, pediatrics, and private settings. Lindsay is passionate about helping clients find meaning in their lives, be that by returning to previously enjoyed activities or finding new ones. Her strengths as an occupational therapist include thinking outside the box and finding creative solutions, as well as applying evidence based practice and staying up to date on new research findings.
Courses and Certifications
- Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) Certification
- Motivational Interviewing
- Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE)
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
- More than 4 wheels: assessment and prescription to maximize seated posture, wheelchair propulsion and overall function in a work/rest environment
- Cognitive Rehabilitation Assessment and Intervention Methods
- Workwell Functional Capacity Evaluation
- AADL Authorizer, including wheelchairs (basic level, manual)
- UofA Infant Feeding Course and Certification
- UofA Pediatric Feeding Beyond Infancy Course and Certification
- UofA Common Conditions in Pediatrics Certification
Dianna is the Business Manager at HLOT. She holds two Bachelor’s Degrees from the University of Calgary where she majored in International Relations and Anthropology. She works closely with the HLOT Director, OT clinicians and clients. She provides support for client scheduling, addresses client questions, facilitates clinical research, and manages the HLOT website.
Imran has been working as a registered Occupational Therapist over the past 10 years in direct clinical roles. He has worked in a variety of inpatient, outpatient, and private settings focused on improving clients' mental health. He has experience working with a wide range of clients
from teenagers to older adults who have had many different mental health diagnoses.
Imran has a plethora of experience in different treatment and counselling modalities including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. He is an advocate for improving mental health awareness, and breaking down stigma which has led him to be a national speaker with the Mental Health Commission of Canada. Imran is a firm believer that Occupational Therapy supports clients in their mental health recovery and can lead to regaining control over the self-identified important components of one's life.
Courses and Certifications
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
- Progressive Goal Attainment Program (PGAP)
- Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Laura is a Registered Occupational Therapist who holds a BSc in Kinesiology from the University of Calgary and a Master’s in Occupational Therapy from Western University. Their diverse clinical background spans acute geriatric medicine, inpatient complex care, and forensic mental health, as well as community-based pediatric mental health and neurodevelopmental support (including Autism, ADHD, and FASD). They bring experience in neurodiversity-affirming care to support both adults and youth, highlighting their strengths and addressing physical and mental health concerns.
They are particularly passionate about supporting adults and youth in managing the demands of daily life, whether that involves returning to work/school, organizing household occupations, or navigating a new diagnosis/change in health and function. By blending a clinical background in mental health with a strengths-based approach, Laura helps adults and youth adapt their environments and learn new skills and routines to regain independence and reconnect with fulfilling activities. They are committed to an evidence-based, culturally responsive practice that empowers clients to reach their productivity and self-care goals. With a compassionate and collaborative style, they work alongside a client to bring meaningful change in the lives of those they serve.
Courses and Certifications
- Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA)
- Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE)
Poonam has been an Occupational Therapist since 2020. Her journey in occupational therapy began in long-term care, where she specialized in managing complex behaviours while fostering independence and well-being among residents. Transitioning to community mental health, Poonam further honed her skills in mental health, recognizing the unique needs of adults and implementing tailored interventions to help them return to their meaningful activities.
Before embarking on her career as an OT, Poonam dedicated herself to empowering individuals with mental health challenges. She facilitated their integration into the community and oversaw the inclusion of children with disabilities in city-wide summer camps, fostering inclusivity and belonging.
At the heart of Poonam's practice is a commitment to collaboration. She values the input and active participation of her clients in their treatment plans, fostering a sense of ownership and empowerment in their therapeutic journey. Drawing from her lifelong passion for sports, Poonam understands the therapeutic benefits of movement and incorporates this philosophy into her practice to promote overall well-being.
Courses and Certifications
- Prolonged Exposure for PTSD
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy for Anxiety Disorder
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Trauma and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
- Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) Certification
- CBT for Depression and Suicidality
Vanessa joined the HLOT team in 2019. She has 8 years of clinical experience working as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Alberta. Vanessa has a wealth of experience providing nursing care to adult clients diagnosed with a variety of neurological conditions, including Traumatic Brain Injury and Stroke.
Vanessa speaks English, Tagalog and Ilocano and has worked as an RN in Baguio City, Philippines. She is passionate about working with geriatric populations.
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Our office hours are Monday-Friday from 9:00 AM (MT) to 4:00 PM (MT). Our Occupational Therapists (OTs) try their best to accommodate client schedules when booking therapy sessions. Our OTs may be available to provide OT services during evenings and on weekends. We will make every effort to assign you with an OT that can accommodate your schedule.
If you have experienced an injury/illness and a subsequent change in functioning or quality of life, an Occupational Therapy (OT) assessment can help determine if OT intervention is recommended.
An OT assessment can also help determine if assistive devices, home modifications, and/or other therapies are recommended for you. We encourage you to discuss the potential of OT services with your current healthcare professionals, e.g. Psychologist, family physician, etc.
An OT assessment is typically 1.5-3 hours depending on the complexity of the client’s occupational performance issues. Our OTs will provide you with an estimated timeframe for your assessment during the initial phone consultation which takes place prior to your OT assessment. OT treatment sessions are typically 45-75 minutes; however, we try to be as flexible as possible and can offer shorter or longer sessions depending on client preferences and needs.
Most insurance plans cover OT services. With your consent, our administrative staff can connect with your insurance provider to help you determine your individual insurance coverage for OT services.
Yes, we are able to directly bill most insurance providers and other organizations that provide coverage for OT services.
OT services are $175/hr. Clients are also billed for OT clinician travel time. Mileage is billed for clients who receive in-person OT services that are outside city limits. We will provide you with an estimate for assessment and treatment sessions prior to your participation in therapy.
We primarily work with adults (ages 18+). In some circumstances, we are able to offer services for pediatric clients.
Our OT services are typically facilitated within our client’s home environment. We are also able to facilitate virtual OT services, which requires our client to have access to a smartphone, tablet or computer with a camera and high speed internet connection. We are also able to facilitate OT services within a clinic setting if this is the client’s preference.
Your assigned OT will discuss the elements of your individualized OT assessment during your initial phone consultation.
Yes, your family members and/or caregivers can attend and inform your assessment and/or intervention sessions, provided that you (the client) provided informed consent for them to do so.
Our OT clinicians perform hand hygiene prior to and during facilitation of in-person OT services. We also don surgical masks and disposable gloves when appropriate.
We currently facilitate OT services (both in-person and virtual) within Alberta, Canada. We also provide virtual OT services for clients living in Canadian territories.
Once you fill out the Get in Touch form, our administrative staff will schedule you for your initial OT assessment. Prior to your assessment, your assigned OT clinician will call you to facilitate a phone consultation to learn more about you and your occupational performance issues to ensure a comprehensive, client-centered assessment.
To make a referral or for any other inquiries, complete the form above or e-mail info@higherlevelot.com and we will respond as soon as possible.
Please feel free to mail any corresponding medical/rehabilitation documentation to our mailing address:
#19, 234-5149 Country Hills Blvd. NW, Calgary AB T3A 5K8.
We can be reached at
(403) 369-9894
Or by fax at
(403) 770-8801
