Fola Sutherland

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Occupational Therapist

Primary/Community Nursing

Residential Care

Autism

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Learning Difficulties

Psychiatric Inpatient Intensive Care

Nursing and Care Standards

Secure Environments

Safeguarding

Child Protection

Suicide

Mental Health (Adult and Paediatric)

4 years’ experience as an Independent Occupational Therapist & Director at The OT Space specialising in the assessment and treatments of adults and children with a range of needs, including mental health, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and social, emotional needs.
3 years’ experience as an Independent Occupational Therapist at The Owl Therapy Centre where she Assessed a wide variety of adult and paediatric clients.
2 years’ experience as an Operations Manager at Havilah Homes, leading supported living service delivery for clients with a variety of mental health needs.
2 years’ experience as a Lead Occupational Therapist at St Andrews Healthcare Essex, spearheading the delivery of a comprehensive OT service.
16 years' experience as an Occupational Therapist, specialising in mental health and pediatrics.
Extensive experience working with children with ASC, ADHD and SEMH needs.

I am a passionate professional, mum, and gym lover. I enjoy travelling, being with family and friends and am a lover of food!

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