Occupational Therapy

Understand. Adapt. Live Well.

Awareness Roots occupational therapy takes a holistic, individualized approach to supporting the connection between brain, body, and everyday life. Working with teens and adults navigating invisible, chronic, and complex conditions, OT focuses on building self-awareness, understanding body signals, and managing daily routines and activities. Through collaborative, evidence-based care, we explore practical strategies and adaptations that support well-being and participation in activities that matter most.

Areas of Support

Body Awareness & Nervous System Regulation

Understanding body signals and sensory responses to support self-regulation, symptom awareness, and more confident responses to the body’s need.

Energy Management & Physical Wellbeing

Exploring pacing, movement, exercise, hydration, nutrition considerations, and other supportive strategies to support sustainable participation and overall health.

Routines & Health Management

Developing flexible routines, strengthening executive functioning, and adapting activities and environments for symptom management and participation in school, work, home, and the community.

Mental Wellness & Self- Compassion

Supporting emotional well-being, identity, and adjustment to life with chronic or unpredictable symptoms. We explore grief, isolation, and the social and emotional impact of chronic illness while finding ways to reconnect with valued roles, relationships, and activities.

Your goals. Your Path Forward. Your Experience.

Occupational therapy at Awareness Roots is a collaborative process. You are the expert on your lived experience, and your perspective plays an essential role in shaping your care. Together, we explore how your health, environment, routines, and daily demands influence your well-being and participation. Through education, shared problem solving, and reflection, we identify meaningful goals and explore evidence-informed approaches to support your unique needs. There is a no one-size-fits-all solution, just personalized support to help you understand, adapt, and participate in the things that matter most.

Acceptance is Not giving up

Living with an invisible, chronic, or complex condition can bring unexpected changes, challenges, and grief. Acceptance does not mean giving up on improvement or abandoning meaningful goals. It means recognizing and respecting here you are today, developing self-compassion, and learning to work with your body’s needs. Through greater awareness, flexible thinking, and adaptations, occupational therapy can support you in creating a fulfilling life, one that honors your unique abilities, values, and aspirations.

Getting started with ot

  • Services being with an individualized evaluation to better understand your health history, daily routines, strengths, challenges, and personal goals.

  • Together we will develop a individualized plan of care and goals focused on the activities and experiences that matter most to you.

  • Sessions may include education, routine development, activity analysis, adaptations, and guided reflection to support improved participation and well-being.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Awareness Roots supports teens and adults navigating invisible, chronic and complex conditions including POTS and other forms of dysautonomia, migraine, arthritis, hypermobility, chronic pain and fatigue, and related challenges. Occupational therapy may be beneficial for those when symptoms or other challenges make it difficult to manage daily routines, maintain energy, regulate physical, sensory, and emotional responses, participating in school or work, or engage in meaningful activities at home or within the community.

  • We begin with a collaborative conversation about your health history, daily routines, strengths, challenges, and personal goals. The evaluation may include questionnaires, activity analysis, and discussion of how your symptoms affect everyday life. Together we identify meaningful priorities and develop an individualized plan of care and goals.

  • Sessions are guided by what matters most to you. We might explore a gradual, individualized movement and strengthening programs, practice nervous system regulation strategies, develop energy management techniques, or adapt daily activities and environments. Through education, guided practice, and collaborative problem-solving, we work toward strategies that fit your needs and everyday life.

  • The frequency and duration of occupational therapy services are tailored to your individual needs. Some clients may benefit from consistent weekly appointments, while others may prefer less frequent sessions or periodic check-ins. Appointments may also vary, with shorter sessions available for guided practice or additional support.

    As your needs and goals evolve, we can adjust the frequency and duration of appointments to provide more of less support. Together, we’ll develop a flexible plan that supports your progress while allowing time to practice and apply strategies in everyday life.

  • Awareness Roots primarily provides occupational therapy through telehealth throughout the state of Maryland. In-person services may also be available within the community in Upper Montgomery County, MD depending on the individual needs, location and scheduling.

  • Awareness Roots is a private-pay practice and does not bill insurance directly. Superbills are available upon request for clients interested in seeking possible out-of-network reimbursement. Coverage varies by insurance plan, so clients are encouraged to verify their benefits and any referral of documentation requirements. Reimbursement is not guaranteed.

  • Begin by requesting a free introductory call. This is an opportunity to share what you’re looking for, ask questions and explore whether Awareness Roots may be a good fit. If we decide to move forward, we’ll discuss evaluation and next steps.

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