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Carla McDermott

Occupational Therapist (Logan)

About Carla
Carla is an Occupational Therapist at Pepper Kids Therapy who is passionate about
supporting children and families to build confidence, independence and participation in
everyday life. She works collaboratively with children and their families to understand
each child’s strengths, interests and unique challenges. Carla has experience supporting
children with emotional regulation, social participation and play skills. With experience
across hospital, community and private practice settings, Carla enjoys helping children
develop the skills they need to participate in everyday activities such as playing with
friends, learning at school and navigating big emotions.

Special Interests

  •  Social skills and peer relationships
  • Play development
  • Early childhood development
  • Emotional regulation

Approach to Therapy

Carla takes a strengths-based, play-focused approach to therapy, creating a supportive
environment where children feel confident to try new things. She works collaboratively
with families to develop practical strategies that support children’s participation in what
they want, need, or have to do in their day-to-day life.

Relevant Professional Development Training

  • Play and Development
  • Learn to Play Therapy

Outside the Clinic
Away from work, Carla enjoys spending time with her husband and golden retriever,
getting outdoors (especially going to the beach) and being creative through painting and
art.

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