Meet Our Therapist | Jacqueline Watson (AKA Ms. J) OTR/L, C/NDT
Registered Occupational Therapist
Life Span Occupational Therapy Services LLC in Lacey, Washington is owned and operated by Jacqueline Watson OTR/L, C/NDT since 2005. Jacqueline has been working as an occupational therapist for over 26 years and has worked in wide variety of clinical and educational settings with both adult and pediatric populations in the United States, UK, and Caribbean. Jacqueline has clinical experience with developmental, physical and psychiatric disabilities.
Life Span Occupational Therapy Services LLC in Lacey, Washington is owned and operated by Jacqueline Watson OTR/L, C/NDT since 2005. Jacqueline has been working as an occupational therapist for over 26 years and has worked in wide variety of clinical and educational settings with both adult and pediatric populations in the United States, UK, and Caribbean. Jacqueline has clinical experience with developmental, physical and psychiatric disabilities.
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Jacqueline is a very passionate and committed therapist who looks at every client individually and holistically. A comprehensive evaluation is conducted which looks at every system within the body and how system impairments affect an individual’s functional performance and levels of independence.
Jacqueline then works with clients and their families to formulate client centered goals and measurable outcomes to ensure progress is made towards desired functional independence. Jacqueline believes in connecting the brain and body together for individuals to make more informed choices about their well being. Jacqueline specializes in life span therapy, auditory processing and specialized music programs, neurodevelopmental treatment, postural training, behavioral therapy, reflexes and trauma informed therapy among many other clinical specialties. When Jacqueline is not busy treating and running the business she enjoys kayaking, hiking, camping, travelling, spending time with family and her two Aussiedoodles Sweetie and Ollie whom you may see helping in the clinic on occasions, seen here after a hard day playing. Email: contact@lifespanoccupationaltherapy.com |
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Meet Our Therapist | Lorraine De Vera OTR/L
Registered occupational Therapist
Lorraine is originally from Los Angeles, California before moving to Washington to get a masters degree in occupational therapy from the University of Puget Sound and a Ba in physical education. Lorraine has various experiences working with pediatrics in special settings such as hippotherapy, a martial arts based OT program and ABA therapist with people with Autism. She has recently completed courses on feeding therapy and differential ways to use sensory equipment to assist people of all ages improve their sensory processing and strength skills. In her free time, she takes care of her house plants, completes DIY crafts with her cricut, and enjoys roller skating. She also enjoys trying different types of food and going on adventures such as hiking and camping. Email: OTR@lifespanoccupationaltherapy.com Meet our Administrative Assistant/OT Aid
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Sydney received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Eastern Kentucky University and hopes to one day become an Occupational Therapist. She is originally from Kentucky and has just recently moved to Washington from Germany. Sydney is aiming to go to school to be an occupational therapist in the future and can be seen around the clinic assisting with treatment sessions, when not in session she will be answering your calls and scheduling your appointments. Sydney is also working on a life coach certification to help all of us that come to the clinic.
She loves to travel with her husband and in her free time, she also loves to play with her German Shepherd, watch Netflix, and go on long walks. Email: lifespanotscheduling@gmail.com |
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Meet Our Therapist | Roxanne St. Onge COTA/L
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Roxy is a 2014 graduate from Green River College with 6+ years of experience in outpatient pediatrics. Primary clinical experience and mentorship consists of sensory processing, feeding, and DIR/ floor time intervention with a special interest in Autism. She is branching out her clinical experiences into Life Span therapy and has recently completed the visual/ vestibular training for the Astronaut program. Roxy is a Washington state native that enjoys spending time with her husband and two small boys, in any weather condition, particularly hiking and gardening when extra time allows show also enjoys quilting. Email: Cota21@lifespanoccupationaltherapy.com |
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Meet Our Therapist | Angie Oliver COTA/L
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Angie has practiced as a COTA since 2013 with an Associate Degree from an accredited program in Tacoma, WA. With over 7 years of experience practicing OT in a variety of settings helping clients achieve independence and success, overcoming obstacles, and realizing their potential. It’s been a long-time dream to work in early intervention with a philosophy that everyone should, and deserves to, have a purpose in life no matter what age or challenges they may face. Angie states "Practicing occupational therapy is a rewarding field that I believe can make a difference in people's and families' lives". In her free time, She loves being in nature, gardening, and taking care of many houseplants. She also enjoys baking and cooking, and when weather permits taking little road trips on her motorcycle! Email: cota@lifespanoccupationaltherapy.com |
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Meet Our Therapist | Talia Gonzalez OTR/L
Talia is a nationally certified and licensed occupational therapist. She moved to Washington in 2018 to obtain her Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Puget Sound. Talia completed her OT clinical training in both pediatric and adult rehab settings. Her previous experiences include working with children with special needs in the home, school, and clinic settings (outpatient and hippotherapy). She has worked as a Registered Behavior Technician and has over 6 years of experience working with young children with autism. As a therapist, Talia enjoys working with people of all ages. She strives to collaborate with clients to make therapy fun and meaningful. In her spare time, Talia enjoys reading, outdoor adventures, and riding horses.
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Our Mission
At Life Span Occupational Therapy, we aim to embrace the uniqueness of each individual
and facilitate the skills they need to lead a happy, healthy, and independent lifestyle throughout their lifespan.
and facilitate the skills they need to lead a happy, healthy, and independent lifestyle throughout their lifespan.
