About opportunOTies
What We Believe
What We Believe
What We Believe
"We are all equal in our human condition no matter whether we are this journey. Regardless of age, race, nationality, religion, socioeconomic status, education level or health status, we are all vulnerable and deserving. Deserving of joy. Deserving of understanding. Deserving of belonging.
Just as I serve as a conduit to improved hea
"We are all equal in our human condition no matter whether we are this journey. Regardless of age, race, nationality, religion, socioeconomic status, education level or health status, we are all vulnerable and deserving. Deserving of joy. Deserving of understanding. Deserving of belonging.
Just as I serve as a conduit to improved health and wellness for someone today, I will likely need that same level of care from someone else to tomorrow. We are all one in this journey to living our most fulfilling and healthy lives. It is our responsibility to create a society that cares for and empowers all of its members. We are a village."
-Tonia Sanford Rutledge
Our Framework
What We Believe
What We Believe
We utilize multiple evidence-based framework models to provide the possible service to client, families and the community as a whole.
-Nguzo Saba Therapeutic Framework
-Health Belief Model
-Stanley Greenspan DIR Approach
-Model of Human Occupation
-Person Environment Occupation Model
-Trauma Informed Care Framework
-Intentional Relationship Mode
We utilize multiple evidence-based framework models to provide the possible service to client, families and the community as a whole.
-Nguzo Saba Therapeutic Framework
-Health Belief Model
-Stanley Greenspan DIR Approach
-Model of Human Occupation
-Person Environment Occupation Model
-Trauma Informed Care Framework
-Intentional Relationship Model
-PLISSIT Model
-Motivational Interviewing Model
-RTI/MTSS
-Sensory Integrative and Praxis Model
Neurodivergent Conditions
WHAT IS A NEURODIVERGENT CONDITION?
- A neurodivergent condition is a way of describing a person's brain that processes, learns, or behaves differently from what is considered "typical". This includes a wide range of innate or acquired conditions which are all examples of brain diversity that are not necessarily a disease or something to be cured.
AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER
- Characterized by persistent deficits in social communication and interaction, and restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities.
ADHD
- Characterized by difficulties with attention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity often leading to symptoms including restlessness, trouble concentrating, and acting on impulse.
SENSORY PROCESSING DISORDER
- Characterized by difficulties with sensory input or regulation.
GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT DELAY
- Characterized by taking longer than expected to reach certain developmental milestones in areas like movement, speech, or social interaction.
TOURETTE'S SYNDROME AND TIC DISORDERS
- Characterized by repetitive, involuntary movements or vocalizations called tics.
MENTAL HEALTH CONDITIONS
- People with conditions like anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder etc may also identify as neurodivergent.
Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT IS OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Occupational therapy is a healthcare field that helps individuals with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities perform the daily activities ("occupations") that are essential to their lives and well-being. Therapists work with people of all ages to improve their ability to engage in meaningful tasks, such as self-care, taking care of a living environment, school, work, and play/leisure activities. This can involve adapting tasks, recommending adaptive equipment, or modifying environments to help clients achieve greater independence. Education is a huge component of the occupational therapy tool kit. Sometimes helping a clients' village increase understanding of their needs is literally half the battle.
DO YOU WORK WITH ADULT CLIENTS?
Yes, we are able to take adult clientele on a case-by-case basis. Contact us directly to discuss!
DO YOU WORK WITH CHILDREN WITHOUT NEURODIVERGENT CONDITIONS?
Though we special in clients with neurodivergent conditions, that may be possible on a case-by-case basis. Contact us directly to discuss!
WOULD YOU SERVE AS THE CLIENTS OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST?
Generally we would not serve as your chiid's occupational therapist. If this is a need contact us directly to discuss.
DO YOU ACCEPT INSURANCE?
We are a private pay service and do not take insurance at this time.
WHO WOULD WE BE WORKING WITH?
Services are provided by Tonia Sanford Rutledge. However, it is possible to have interaction with some contracted administrative staff.
WHAT IS THE CHARGE FOR SERVICES?
Please contact us directly for pricing as well as availability.