Anna Chalmers

Occupational Therapy

Based in North Cotswolds,

covering Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Oxfordshire and surrounding areas.

About me

I am Anna, Specialist Independent Occupational Therapist. 

 Since qualifying as an Occupational Therapist in 2003, I have worked in a variety of clinical settings. These include acute hospital wards,  clients home, schools and workplaces. 

 The majority of my career has been spent within the specialist areas of brain injury, stroke and paediatric therapy.  I have been working in independent practice since 2013 and have a vast range of experience treating and assessing a large number of clinical areas and conditions. 

​These include physical disabilities, upper limb rehabilitation, cognitive and attention retraining, executive functioning, treatment of paediatric conditions such as sensory processing, ADHD, and Autism, vocational rehab, fatigue and sleep challenges and anxiety management.

​I also have experience with home adaptations, design and modification  and I strive to design spaces that promote function and independence. 

I value the importance of working in a holistic, client centred way ensuring that assessments and treatment is relaxed and meaningful.

Neuro Occupational Therapy

I am an experienced occupational therapist with 20 years experience in the field of neurology. I specialise in the assessment and treatment of acquired brain injury, stroke, and long-term neurological conditions.

 I work with clients who experience cognitive, physical and behavioural difficulties as a result of their injuries, using a variety of standardised and non standardised assessments.  I am able to assess, plan and carryout therapeutic intervention, including equipment provision and workplace assessments.

I used a goal based approach to rehabilitation and ensure that all work that is carried out is holistic and client centred.

I value the importance or working alongside other members of a multi disciplinary team and I have experience of providing training and education to clients, family members and support staff.

I also work as an expert care and occupational therapist for the courts and have a good understanding of the legal requirements required for rehabilitation.

Specialist Clinical Skills include:

​*Identifying and treating physical rehabilitation needs

*Treatment for personal and domestic activities of daily living.

​*Assessment and treatment of cognitive and executive functioning difficulties

​*Sensory processing assessment and treatment

​*Vocational Rehabilitation

​*Management of challenging behaviours

​*Carrying out Standardised and non Standardised cognitive assessments

​*Upper Limb rehabilitation techniques, i.e Saebo, microstim, splinting

​*Seating and posture

​*Assessment and provision of specialist equipment

Services

I provide Occupational Therapy intervention within homes, schools, community or workplace to offer assessment and treatment as required.

 

All intervention is goal focussed and client led, with regular reviews and progress updates.  

One-off assessments or ongoing treatment is available.

If you would like to discuss options for occupational therapy a complimentary enquiry call can be arranged.

Paediatric Assessment for EHCP applications

A formal report for schools with recommendation for on-going treatment and assistance with EHCP targets and specifications as required.

Face to Face Therapy Treatment

To include on-going assessment, goal setting, treatment planning and review as required.

Remote Support Clinics

If you suspect that you, or your child, would benefit from Occupational Therapy but you do not know what support you require, remote support session would allow you discuss your concerns and .seek advice

Remote Therapy

The option for remote therapy is available if you have limited time available or live further afield.

Equipment Recommendation and Provisons

I am able to provide recommendations and assessments for privately purchased pieces of equipment.

Initial Occupational Therapy Assessment

OT assessment for adults and children to address any needs identified. To inclide standaridised assessments where requried and report and recommendations for on-going treatment if required.

Costs for all interventions are available upon request.

Paediatric Occupational Therapy

I am able to provide assessment and treatment of children and young people both at home and within the school environment. I have experience of working in a number of primary and secondary schools and am able to offer support and advice for a number of paediatric conditions, including sensory processing, ADHD, autism, dyspraxia and cerebral palsy.  

I ensure that all my sessions carried out are fun, meaningful and enjoyable as I believe that establishing a good rapport is key to successful interventions and achieving sustainable outcomes.

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My specialist clinical skills include:

  •  Physical skills and gross/fine motor milestones.

  •  Independent living skills.

  •  Assessment and treatment of cognitive, perceptual and executive functioning skills.

  • Sensory processing assessment and treatment.

  •   Dyspraxia assessment and treatment.

  •  ECHP  advice and support.

  •   Carrying out Standardised and non Standardised cognitive assessments.

  • Emotional regulation and anxiety management.

  • Upper Limb rehabilitation. 

  • Handwriting skills.

  • Classroom observations.

  •   Assessment and provision of specialist equipment.

  • Training for teachers and LSA's

Remote Support Clinics

If you think you or your child would benefit from occupational therapy but you don't know where to start,  or what support you require, I can offer remote support sessions to get you started. 

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  This includes completing a pre-assessment questionnaire and discussing you or your child's current challenges from the comfort of your own home. 

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I am able to provide personalised therapy programmes to address the areas highlighted, and provide regular check in session as required.

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 This is a great option if you don't want your child to become aware of your concerns or if you want to keep costs low.

CONTACT

Testimonials

  • "Thank you for the time and support you have given us helping Esme with insight and coping strategies to move forward in her life. We felt so lost until you helped us,  I cannot thank you enough."

    Victoria

  • "Thanks so much for all you have done. Your energy and enthusiasm have been a big boost for us both."

    Barrie

  • "Thank you so much for all your help. I only wish I'd contacted you sooner."

    Bonnie

  • "My time with you was so helpful, you helped me to understand more about myself and your advice has been imperative in helping me move forward."

    Baillie

  • "OT input with Anna has helped me to regain my independence and has given me hope for the future. I am now moving into my own house, something that I thought would never be possible after my accident."

    Stephen

  • "I can't thank Anna enough for giving us the answers to my son's needs. She was kind, friendly and patient, and my son keeps asking if we can go and see her again."

    Gina