Tara Young
Occupational Therapist
BKin, MSc OT
Born and raised in Kitimat, Tara enjoys working with the team at Creative Therapy Consultants and serving the Terrace/Smithers area of Northern British Columbia. Tara obtained her Master of Occupational Therapy degree from the University of Alberta and her Bachelor of Kinesiology Degree from the University of Calgary. She has gained experience as an Occupational Therapist working both with pediatric and geriatric clients with a variety of conditions since graduating in 2015. Tara is passionate and driven in her goal to help all others overcome their barriers and work towards achieving a greater quality of life.
Office:
Terrace
Areas of Service:
Terrace, Kitimat, Prince Rupert, Telkwa, Smithers and surrounding areas
Recent Professional Development:
2020 Standard First Aid, CPR and AED
2019 The Fundamentals of Exposure Therapy in the Treatment of Anxiety Disorders
2019 Vestibular Rehabilitation- Dizziness and Balance Rehab
2018 Concussion Management – Level 1
2018 Feeding and Swallowing Disorders in Infancy
2018 Dr. Reggie Melrose: Self-Regulation Training: Overcoming the Effects of Stress and Trauma
2018 Autism Workshop by David Worling
2017 Mental Health First Aid
2017 Pediatric Update Symposium
2016 Introduction to the Assessment and Management of Eating, Drinking and Swallowing Disorders: A Clinical Approach – Access Therapists
2016 Assessment and Management of Rheumatic Diseases – Mary Pack Arthritis Program
2016 32nd International Seating Symposium
2015 The Pressure Is On: A Practice Model for Occupational Therapists – Access Therapists
2015 Dementiability Methods: The Montessori Way
2015 PIECES