Our approach

Developmental Occupational Therapy Services (DOTS) is a private occupational therapy practice serving children and youth in Northern Ontario. We believe that kids should focus on being kids - that’s why we use a play based approach, and focus on making therapy fun.

Family-centred care

DOTS provides pediatric occupational therapy services using an evidence-based, family-centred approach. Collaborating with caregivers, we work with you to develop meaningful goals.

 
 


  • Founder, Co-Owner & Occupational Therapist

    Katarina is the founder and co-owner of DOTS, and a registered occupational therapist in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. She obtained her Honours Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Sports Administration from Laurentian University, and her Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy from McMaster University. Since receiving her degree, Katarina has worked exclusively in pediatrics. She has worked as an occupational therapist for THRIVE Child Development Centre in Elliot Lake, Ontario, and the NEO Kids Children’s Treatment Centre in Sudbury, Ontario.

    Katarina has experience working with school-aged children with fine motor difficulties and sensory processing differences. She has experience working with children with a variety of diagnoses, including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Co-ordination Disorder, and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.

    Katarina grew up in Sudbury, Ontario, and is excited to be working in Northern Ontario. She is committed to using a strengths-based approach with her clients, and believes that every child can succeed when given the right tools.

 

Meet the Team

DOTS clinicians are dedicated, caring, and enthusiastic. We are passionate about providing pediatric services in Northern Ontario, and want to help give every child the opportunity to grow.

 


  • Co-Owner & Occupational Therapist

    Raven is a co-owner of DOTS and a registered occupational therapist in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at Laurentian University, and received her Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Toronto. Raven has worked exclusively in pediatrics and has worked as an occupational therapist at the NEO Kids Children’s Treatment Centre in Sudbury.

    Raven has experience working with preschool-aged and school-aged children with fine motor difficulties, sensory processing differences and difficulties with activities of daily living. She has experience working with children with a variety of diagnoses, including but not limited to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, along with a variety of genetic diagnoses.

    Raven has always called Sudbury home and grew up dancing competitively. Raven has now been teaching dance for over ten years. She has developed a passion for working with kids, and helping them shine their brightest. She brings that passion and enthusiasm to her work as an occupational therapist, and is dedicated to helping her clients realize their full potential!