My name is Redz and I qualified as an Occupational Therapist in 2017 from Wrexham Glyndwr University. As I’m sure you’ve guessed, Dragon OT represents my Welsh roots having grown up in North Wales however I now live in Manchester.

Since qualifying I have worked in lots of different settings including mainstream and special schools, a specialist autism spectrum disorder school, an adult learning disability team, and an aids and adaptations team.

I became an OT to help people. As a 12-year-old I was diagnosed with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and at the time, this had a catastrophic impact on my life. Thankfully through therapy and medication I’ve managed to control my OCD rather than letting it control me. Whilst having OCD is hard, it has shaped who I am today and it is why I do what I do. I strive to help the people I work with as much as I can and hopefully make their lives a little easier and brighter.

Prior to being an OT, I worked as a mental health advocate for 3 years which was an eye-opening yet rewarding experience. Advocating for people who felt they didn’t have a voice and helping them achieve meaningful goals meant so much to me professionally as it did personally. Being an OT means I get to carry on doing that with everyone I work with, helping people as much as I can to meet their needs and goals, and helping them find their voice.

If you are looking for any OT support or advice, then I would love to hear from you. Feel free to email, call or fill in the contact form on the website and I’ll be sure to get back to you as soon as I can!

Hi, I’m Emma and I started with Dragon OT in 2023 as an Occupational Therapy Assistant and I also provide business support to Redz. I previously worked in the NHS for over 20 years as a physiotherapy technician with adults with learning disabilities. I loved this role as I really felt I was able to make a difference to people’s lives and help them to be more independent. I also have a BSc Hons in Exercise & Health Science from Salford University which allowed me to lead a physiotherapy led weight management programme for adults with learning disabilities.

Hi, my name is Jake and I’m an OT Assistant at Dragon OT. I have worked here since January 2023 and I am currently studying to become an OT at Salford University.

Working at Dragon OT has allowed me to develop my personal skills and gain a vast amount of experience in occupational therapy. I have always enjoyed helping others, and shadowing OTs, including Redz, made me realise this is the career path I wanted to go down. My favourite part about OT is knowing that we can make a huge difference to other people’s lives with the support we can offer.

I am an avid Man City fan and go to as many games as I can. I also play darts and basketball regularly.

Hello I’m Tracey, I qualified from Salford University as an Occupational Therapist in 1993 and gained an MSc In Sensory Integration from Ulster University in 2020.  I specialise in all aspects of children’s Occupational Therapy, and I have worked within a variety of clinical settings including, NHS, private sector, mainstream and SEN schools, and overseas in the USA. I have experience of working with local authority, schools, case managers, social workers, play therapists and psychologists.

I have extensive experience of assessing and treating children from birth to adolescence with a wide range of physical, sensory, and learning difficulties including developmental delay, neurological conditions, acquired and traumatic brain injury, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, sensory processing disorder, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

I am passionate about creating a child and family centered approach to developing occupational therapy goals. Supporting and working with families, carers, and schools to facilitate intervention programs and strategies that work across home and educational settings. I strive to use a holistic approach to intervention, to maximise levels of independence and allow children and young people to thrive in all areas of their life.

Hello, I’m Michelle, a qualified Occupational Therapist, who is neurodivergent. Being part of the neurodivergent community has given me a unique perspective that fuels the way I work by supporting me to advocate for the people I work with, to ensure they have what they need, and can thrive in their environments and life.

Since qualifying in June 2022 from The University of Salford I have worked on a children and adolescent mental health ward and as a school-based OT. I have a strong passion for supporting the younger generation to flourish in all areas of life.

Occupational Therapy is one of my main special interests, but I also enjoy running, hiking, traveling, crafting, and most importantly spending time with my dog.

Before deciding to become an Occupational Therapist, I was a community support worker supporting children and adults within their home which I found to be a very meaningful role. I am happy to be part of the Dragon OT team and look forward to the opportunities it will bring to develop further in specialising in paediatrics.

Hi, I’m Hannah, a paediatric OT and children’s author, specialising in neuro diagnosis. I qualified in 2005, where I began my career working in adults, I then moved into paediatrics in 2011. I currently work both in the NHS and for Dragon OT.

I started working with Dragon OT in February 2023 and have not looked back. I love working with children with varying needs and diagnosis and am passionate that the key to delivering effective rehab is through functional activity. The most satisfying aspect of my job is being able to help children work on what is important to them, by developing and furthering their
skills to reach their goals.

Hi, my name is Paige and I’m an Occupational Therapist all the way from New Zealand. I graduated from Auckland University at the end of 2022 and moved to the UK the following year to develop my career and explore the world. I’ve always felt passionate about making a difference in children and young adults lives and felt as though being an OT was my calling in life.

Hello! I’m Hannah, and I became a qualified Occupational Therapist (OT) back in 2019. I’m also looking forward to getting my certification to practice as a Sensory Integration practitioner in 2025.

 My passion for becoming an OT ignited at a young age when I saw the amazing work OTs did with my brother, who was diagnosed with Autism at the age of 2. Witnessing the positive impact it had on his life and our family inspired me to pursue this career.

 Outside of work, I enjoy activities such as seeing family and friends, travelling, hiking, self-improvement and wellbeing podcasts, playing instruments and others.  Mostly, I love trying new things, and so my interests and hobbies are always changing, with the exception of OT of course!

Hello, I’m Clare, and I’ve worked in admin all my working life and enjoy getting people more organised!

I’ve worked in the NHS for the last 20 years in admin and secretarial roles and decided it was time to spread my wings into private healthcare and hope to apply the skills and knowledge I’ve picked up over the years to my new role of Office Manager at Dragon OT.

In my spare time, I like to keep fit by walking and cycling. I regularly go to music gigs with my partner and friends, enjoying a diverse range of bands and artists. I have two grown up children who I love to spend time with as well as my wider family and friends.

Hi, I’m Hannah, I have recently qualified as an Occupational Therapist. My journey to OT started early on in life when my Dad had a stroke and was in need of extra support and adaptations to daily life. I saw the benefits OT had on his recovery and loved the idea of being able to aid people to enhance their quality of life.

I have a passion to support children and adolescents through important early stages of life, finding a love for working with young people when I was a coach and sports camp leader throughout my adolescent summers. I understand how vital this time of life is to individuals and knowing the positive impact OT’s can have on a young persons quality of life.

When I am not working you can usually find me in the gym, running, hiking or reading. I love trying new things and exploring new places, whether that be outdoors or on a the next page of a good book.

Hi I’m Sara. I joined Dragon OT in July 2024. Currently I’m on an OT apprenticeship at The University of Huddersfield, graduating in 2025.

I have previously studied BSc Early Childhood Studies at Edgehill University and have experience working in nurseries. I started my OT career working in oncology for 3 years before joining the Dragon team.

I am always looking to learn and develop my skills as an OT apprentice so I can become a well-rounded OT practitioner. I am really excited to be able to join the Dragon team and learn from their skills and wealth of experience. I am hoping to train in Sensory Integration once qualified.

I have spent a lot of my life travelling and living in different countries and my passions lie in gaining new experiences and learning about different cultures. I am also a massive Disney fan and try to go to the parks as often as I can. On the weekends you will find me going on hikes with my partner and naughty wirehaired vizsla Woody.

Hi I’m Catherine, I’m an Occupational Therapist who graduated as an OT at York St John University in 2018. In December 2023, I completed my Postgraduate Diploma in Sensory Integration. Through achieving this qualification, I am now an Advanced Sensory Integration Practitioner.

In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, being with my guinea pig Pumpkin, and spending time with friends.  I am so excited to be part of Dragon OT, and look forward to all the amazing people I will be working with and supporting on my journey!