Occupational therapy helps you do the things that matter in your day — working, caring for yourself, driving, managing your home — when an injury or health condition gets in the way. Our occupational therapist, a member of the Ordre des ergothérapeutes du Québec (OEQ), looks at the task, the environment and your abilities, then works with you on practical solutions.
- Available at
- Côte Saint-Luc/NDG and Ville Mont-Royal
- Languages
- English and French
- Hours
- Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
When to see an occupational therapist
- Returning to work after a work injury (CNESST) or a car accident (SAAQ)
- Difficulty with daily tasks such as dressing, cooking or housework after an injury
- Workstation set-up and safe work practices
- Energy management and pacing for persistent pain or fatigue
- Children with motor delays affecting daily activities
What occupational therapy includes
Depending on your needs, the occupational therapist may assess your functional capacities, simulate work tasks, recommend adaptations or equipment, and build a graded return-to-work or activity plan. Physiotherapy and occupational therapy are often combined, and our team coordinates both under one plan.
What to expect at your first visit
- Interview about your daily routine, work and goals.
- Assessment of functional capacities and, if relevant, of work tasks.
- Recommendations and a graded plan.
- Follow-up, adjustments and coordination with your care team.
Coverage and billing
Occupational therapy is often part of CNESST and SAAQ rehabilitation and is then billed directly when approved. Coverage under private insurance varies by plan; check your contract. More about insurance
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between physiotherapy and occupational therapy?
Physiotherapy focuses on the body's movement — pain, mobility, strength. Occupational therapy focuses on the activities you need to do and how to make them possible, safe and sustainable. Many people benefit from both.
Can the occupational therapist help me return to work?
Yes. Return-to-work planning is a central part of occupational therapy: assessing your capacities against your job's demands, recommending adaptations and building a gradual schedule with your employer.
Is occupational therapy covered?
It is often covered for CNESST and SAAQ files when prescribed or approved. Private insurance coverage depends on your plan.
Do you see children?
Our occupational therapist has experience with children who have motor delays. Contact us to discuss your child's needs before booking.
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