OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Olivia Hoffsuemmer
Occupational Therapist
Hello, I'm Olivia! I graduated with my Masters in Occupational Therapy from Queens University, after completing my Bachelors degree in Psychology and Disability Studies. I have worked with individuals of varying ages and abilities in several settings, including homes, schools, and summer camps. I am so excited to bring all that I have learned from these experiences together at TWO centre.
As an occupational therapist, my role is to help your child improve their functioning in daily tasks by developing fundamental skills such as handwriting, fine and/or gross motor skills, sensory processing, emotional regulation, and self-care skills. I strive to create a safe space in which my clients can have fun, and feel empowered to unlock their potential.
During my free time, you can find me reading, going to the gym, or eating my way through Vancouver.
I look forward to meeting you!
Available on Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays from 1pm - 7pm.
Please email Olivia directly to book in sessions.
Karen Mercure
Occupational Therapist
Hi there!
My name is Karen and I am one of the OTs working at This World’s Ours. I have been an OT for 14 years and have specialized in pediatrics for more than 13 of those years. I graduated with a Master of Occupational Therapy from the University of Manitoba after completing my Bachelor of Science (Honours). I have had the pleasure of working in clinical and community settings with children and their families, school teams, and support systems in Manitoba, Alberta and now beautiful BC.
I am passionate about providing services using a neurodiversity-affirming and strength-based approach, and I believe that therapy is most effective when it is fun and joyful! I work closely with families to support children’s development related to goals that are meaningful and important to them. This could include self-help skills (dressing, eating, toileting), fine motor skills (managing fasteners, holding a crayon, printing, using scissors), executive functioning skills (time management, planning, organization), emotional regulation (managing and responding to emotional states), sensory integration (receiving and organizing information from our senses, and using it to participate in everyday life), and much more.
Please reach out if you have any questions, for additional information, or would like to discuss scheduling a session.
I look forward to hearing from you! Email me at kmercureot@gmail.com