SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
RECREATIONAL THERAPY
Vanessa completed a Bachelors Degree and a practicum in Therapeutic Recreation with a speciality in children and youth, developmental disabilities and mental health.
Vanessa is very personable, bubbly and full of fun and energy. She is excited to offer recreational therapy to students of the Wonder Society
A recreation therapist can work on skills including (but not limited to):
- Self-care Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Social Skills
- Specific Leisure Skills: learning specific rules and skills needed for participation in certain games or activities
- Leisure Education: finding leisure-specific resources in the community for the individual and his/her family
- Community Integration Skills: learning how to use public transport, or how to sign up for activities at recreation centres
- Physical Fitness: increasing activity levels to maintain a healthy lifestyle
- Creative Expression: expressing oneself in a variety of ways and settings
Some examples of Therapeutic Recreation interventions for Autism may include:
- Swimming
- Cooking
- Creative Arts
- Gardening
- Sports Activities
- Shopping
- Spending time with and caring for animals