Rebecca Poberezny BSc. Occupational Therapy

Since earning my Occupational Therapy degree from Oxford Brookes University in 1994, I have spent much of my career in leading hospitals, focusing on assessing and treating adults with physical disabilities. After moving to Cambridge, I spent several years at Addenbrooke's Hospital, where I led a dynamic and diverse team of occupational therapists.

My passion for working with individuals who have dyspraxia, or Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), led me to complete advanced training with Dyspraxia UK. In 2014, I became a consultant occupational therapist with the organization, and for over a decade, I have thoroughly enjoyed and been continuously inspired by my work. I initially specialized in helping adults who have yet to be diagnosed and are looking for answers to the challenges they face at work and in their personal lives.

In 2016, I further broadened my expertise into the area of paediatrics through a comprehensive residential course at the Royal Free Hospital in London. This reinforced my commitment to supporting children, particularly in school settings, where my work can have a direct impact on their ability to thrive. I also completed advanced handwriting assessment and therapy training with the National Handwriting Association (NHA) in 2018, which has been particularly valuable in helping young clients navigate the demands of the education system. Handwriting support has become a significant focus, as I aim to help children and young adults express their creativity and intelligence with greater ease.

I am committed to providing the highest standard of care by staying current with best practice guidelines and innovations in the field. I specialize in producing thorough reports and practical recommendations, which are particularly useful for schools, colleges, and universities in addressing the needs of students with dyspraxia. My comprehensive training with Bond Solon in professional report writing has ensured that my assessments and reports are clear and accessible, providing clients with the insight and tools they need to take meaningful steps forward.

I aim to make every session a calm, informative, and positive experience, helping clients as they begin to understand their struggles and take action to overcome them. Many people feel relieved with the assessment outcome.

I am fully registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the British Association of Occupational Therapists, and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists' special interest group for children, young people, and families. I also hold full indemnity insurance and am an affiliated professional member of PATOSS, regularly participating in their up-to-date training. I enjoy regularly attending courses that focus on dyspraxia, sensory processing differences and neurodiversity. My continued focus is on client-centred, evidence-based practice and goal-oriented therapy, designed to enhance independence and support meaningful participation in everyday life for individuals of all ages.