Grace Manalili

Training

- Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy, Queen’s University

- Honours Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Neuroscience, University of Toronto

- Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) Level 1

- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training

- Integrate with Success - Retained Primitive Reflexes

- Specialized Advanced Training for Autism Providers

- ECHO Autism Interprofessional Collaboration

- Sensory integration and processing 101

- Child and youth mental health

- Executive Function And Its Application To Occupational Therapy In School Based Treatment

- Dysgraphia 101 - Introduction And Strategies For Understanding Dysgraphia in Children

- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills For Occupational Therapy Practitioners Working With Adolescents

- Using DIRFloortime To Support Problem Solving

- Post-concussion/mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) interventions

About

Grace is a dedicated occupational therapist with a passion for working with children and families. She delivers child- and family-centered care, integrating evidence-based approaches with her background in research and clinical practice. In therapy sessions, Grace prioritizes creating a fun and engaging environment, helping children reach their goals through a strengths-based approach that incorporates their interests.

Collaboration with parents and schools is fundamental to Grace's approach, ensuring a cohesive and supportive environment for each child's growth and success. Grace has a special interest in supporting children with their mental health and emotional regulation, sensory processing, executive functioning, motor delays, and activities of daily living (ADLs).

Outside the clinic, Grace enjoys making music/singing, dancing salsa/bachata, photography, skiing, long-distance running, cycling, paddle sports, hiking, and spending time in nature.

Fun Facts About me
What is your favourite animal?

My favourite animal is ducks.

If you could have superpowers, what would they be?

Teleportation

Tell us a fun fact about you.

I used to be a singer in a jazz/blues band.

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