Jessica La Riccia, O
ccupational Therapist (OT Reg. (Ont.))
My name is Jessica La Riccia (she/her) and I am a bilingual registered Occupational Therapist, having recently completed my Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Ottawa.
I was drawn to the profession of occupational therapy because of the holistic and well-rounded approach which takes into account all aspects of a person; including their unique capabilities, their physical and social environment and all of their daily tasks (also known as occupations).
areas of focus
Transitioning back to work
Lifestyle changes associated with short or long term disability
Anxiety/depression
Relationships
Youth and adult ADHD
Living with chronic pain and chronic illness
Aging and retirement
Adjusting to changes
Through various clinical placements, I have had the pleasure of working with clients from all age groups with a broad spectrum of physical, cognitive, and psychological impairments, including; stroke, concussion, musculoskeletal/ orthopedic injuries, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, ADHD, etc. In all practice settings, I strive to create a safe space in which clients feel understood, supported and empowered. In addition to my work at Femade, I also currently work with adult and geriatric populations in acute care medicine.
Jessica offers her services in both English and French.