When you need occupational therapy, it’s important that you trust the team that will help you through your recovery. After a stroke, head injury, or other neurological event, the ability to perform everyday tasks—bathing, dressing, eating, and working—can feel out of reach. Central Arkansas Rehabilitation Experts specializes in helping you regain independence in these essential daily activities with experienced occupational therapists like Jessica O’Brien and Amanda DePriest, both Neuro-IFRAH certified specialists in neurological recovery.
What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapy (OT) focuses on helping you perform the activities that matter most in your life. Whether it’s returning to work, managing personal care, or enjoying hobbies, occupational therapists work with you to rebuild these skills after illness or injury. For people recovering from stroke or neurological conditions, OT can make the difference between dependence and independence. Most importantly, we want to help you get the function of your arm back, not simply learn how to perform your daily activities with only one functional arm.
How Can Occupational Therapy Help You?
Our occupational therapists address the specific challenges you face:
- Regaining upper extremity function and hand strength
- Relearning daily self-care tasks (bathing, dressing, grooming)
- Improving cognitive and memory skills
- Adapting your home environment for safety and accessibility
- Developing strategies to manage fatigue and pain
- Returning to work or leisure activities
Who Benefits From Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapy is effective for adults recovering from stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, or those managing conditions like Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis. If you’re struggling with arm or hand function, difficulty with daily tasks, or cognitive changes, occupational therapy can help you reclaim your independence.
Our Approach to Occupational Therapy
Every patient at Central Arkansas Rehabilitation Experts receives a personalized treatment plan developed by our expert occupational therapists. Jessica O’Brien, OTD, OTR/L brings specialized expertise in helping individuals regain upper extremity function and independence in daily activities. With her doctorate in occupational therapy and advanced Neuro-IFRAH certification, Jessica focuses on meaningful progress in everyday life. Amanda DePriest, MS, OTR/L brings over 12 years of specialized experience in neurological and hand treatments, with Neuro-IFRAH certification since 2009.
Your therapist will assess your specific needs and goals, then design a program targeting your unique challenges. We emphasize hands-on treatment and education, ensuring you and your family understand how to support your recovery at home. Both therapists are Neuro-IFRAH certified, meaning they’ve received specialized training in treating stroke and head injury—the conditions our patients most often face.
Why Choose Central Arkansas Rehabilitation Experts for Occupational Therapy?
Our occupational therapists bring advanced expertise and genuine compassion to every session. With decades of combined experience in neurological rehabilitation, Jessica and Amanda create individualized care plans that focus on your goals and potential for recovery. We provide evidence-based treatment in a hands-on clinic environment where your therapist listens to you, supports your progress, and empowers your family to help you succeed between sessions.
Take the Next Step Toward Independence
Ready to reclaim your independence? Contact Central Arkansas Rehabilitation Experts in Sherwood, AR to discuss how occupational therapy can help you. Call us at 501-392-9180 to speak with our team about your recovery goals. We accept insurance and cash payments.
