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Improving Women & Children's Health Through Occupational Therapy

My Mission

 Hello!  I am Susanne Williams of Touchstone OT.  I believe that occupational therapy has the potential to transform the lives of women and children.  I am passionate about empowering women and families to take control of their health and lead fulfilling lives in all the ways that are meaningful to them.

 

I understand that with good resources, tools and strategies, women can thrive and embrace each phase of their lives.  I am also passionate about connection and building community.  Breaking stigma around women's health is long overdue.  Let's get the conversation started together!!

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Touchstone OT Services

I recognize that we cannot and should not separate physical health symptoms from our mental and emotional health.  To best meet a woman and her family's unique needs, individual, small and large group sessions are available.  

 

Comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessment and services can include support in the following areas:  

Physical Health

Occupational therapists assist individuals in daily tasks such as self-care, productivity, and leisure.

 

Susanne can help you with:

  • functional mobility for daily activities

  • habits and routines for sleep, nutrition, exercise

  • pain management

  • pelvic health & incontinence

  • bone health

  • home, school, or workplace environment & adaptations

Mental Health

Occupational therapists enable people, families and communities to participate in occupations (things that occupy their time) that are meaningful to them.  

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Susanne can help you with:

  • support and counselling

  • stress management

  • mindfulness and mindset

  • creative pursuits

  • sensory processing needs 

Emotional Health

Occupational therapists have a strong understanding of the mind-body connection.  

 

Susanne can help you with:

  • education about the brain and body

  • emotional regulation

  • feelings around expected and unexpected changes to health, roles and relationships

  • cognition, brain fog

  • executive skills (attention, organization) 

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Spring 2025 Women's Health Sessions

All sessions held at the Elbow Park Clubhouse, 800 34 Avenue SW, Calgary.

 20 spots are available per session.   Register at  info@touchstoneOT.com.

Let's Talk Menopause!

April 23, 2025

7:00 - 8:30 pm

$40/person

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I am on a mission to help women of all ages take a positive and proactive approach to their health.  Please join me as we dig into evidence based information about menopause, along with the lifestyle strategies that can help you thrive.  Whatever your phase in this transformative time, you will come away with resources and tools to use immediately in your everyday life. 

Let's Talk
Mental Health!

May 7, 2025

7:00 - 8:30 pm

$40/person​

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Please bring a yoga mat to this session.

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We live in stressful times, and self care is more important than ever.  Loneliness is also on the rise.  Let’s talk together about how to prioritize simple daily “me time” moments in our busy schedules.  We will also discuss some strategies to boost our mood, manage our stress and conserve our energy on the harder days that we all experience.

Let's Get
Physical!

Pt 1: Pelvic Health
 

May 28, 2025

7:00 - 8:30 pm

$40/person

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Please bring a yoga mat to this session.

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In this session, we will go beyond Kegels and explore how to best support our pelvic health in  everyday activities.  We will talk about do’s and DON’TS, and learn how to connect our breathing with core and pelvic floor muscle engagement.   We will also talk about urgency & leakage.

Let's Get
Physical!

Pt 2: Healthy Habits

Jun 4, 2025

7:00 - 8:30 pm

$40/person

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Habits for a happy heart, strong bones and sleep.

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​As an OT, I am hardwired to break down everyday habits and routines into small achievable tasks!  Together we will learn effective ways to optimize our health as we age.

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