FAQs
I always have a ton of questions so here are answers to the ones I could think of.
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What is occupational therapy?
"Occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants focus on the things you want and need to do in your daily life. Occupational therapy intervention uses everyday life activities (occupations) to promote health, well-being, and your ability to participate in the important activities in your life. This includes any meaningful activity that a person wants to accomplish, including taking care of yourself and your family, working, volunteering, going to school, among many others." (AOTA, 2026)
What does OT look like with you?
If you've never experienced occupational therapy before, you can think of it as a mix of therapy, coaching, and hands-on problem-solving, focused on making everyday life work better for you. Our sessions are collaborative, practical, and grounded in your real life. We’ll get curious about what’s making something difficult and figure out what might help. Often, we work on real things together in your actual environment. We might organize a space, tackle the pile of paperwork you've been avoiding, create a system for managing medications or meals, practice navigating a community activity, adjust your workspace, work through an overwhelming task, or experiment with sensory and environmental changes. Other times, we might talk while walking, develop strategies, explore accommodations, better understand patterns of fatigue or overwhelm, or learn more about what your brain and body need. Rather than expecting you to practice a strategy in one setting and figure out how to apply it later, OT gives us the opportunity to work through barriers where they actually happen. You bring your lived experience. I bring my OT lens. Together, we figure out how to make your everyday life more functional, accessible, and sustainable.
Do I need a prescription for an OT evaluation?
If you plan to use insurance, yes, a prescription is usually required. You can use this form below and have it faxed to 734-822-0092.
What if I don't have a medical diagnosis, can I still get OT?
I strongly believe that you are the expert in your lived experience. Self-identification as neurodivergent is 100% valid. If you are paying with insurance, a medical diagnosis may be required, but talk with me, first! You may already have a "qualifying diagnosis."
Do you diagnose neurodivergent neurotypes?
As an occupational therapist, I am not licensed to diagnose medical conditions in the state of Michigan. That being said, I often support my clients through identity exploration and navigating the diagnosis process if this is something that wish to pursue. Autism, ADHD, mental health conditions, and other neurodivergent neurotypes are typically diagnosed by a licensed physician, psychiatrist, or psychologist.
How often and for how long do we meet?
This is individualized to you based on your goals and funding resources. If you are using insurance, your insurance may have certain limits to the frequency and duration for outpatient therapies. If you are paying out of pocket, those same limitations don't apply. Most of my clients meet once a week or once every other week for 1-2 hours. We can continue working together for as long as the support is benefitting you. I won't discharge you based on arbitrary timelines but we may decide together that a reduced frequency or discharge is the best next step for you.
What is a superbill?
A superbill is an itemized invoice for your therapy service that includes the important information for insurance reimbursement, including your name, diagnosis codes, CPT treatment codes, therapist name and NPI, and Neurospace information. If I don't accept your insurance, you can usually request reimbursement from your health insurance if they typically cover outpatient occupational therapy services. I provide education and support for my clients who choose to pursue this route.