Flourish in your everyday life with therapeutic services that develop your skills, competencies and awareness.
Our Approach
Our Vision
Vivacity Occupational Therapy embraces a trauma-informed and a neuro-inclusive philosophy. We offer accessible virtual and in-person therapy aimed at fostering engagement in daily life for adults navigating significant life changes.
Our Services
We provide individual therapy, group sessions, workshops, and mentorship designed to empower clients in their journeys of transformation. Our services are offered in both French and English.
Why Choose Us?
Individuals who have felt marginalized by traditional health care settings can benefit from a non-judgmental approach. Over the course of working in homecare, Viviana McAllister, Occupational therapist and founder of Vivacity Occupational Therapy, was approached by several vendors and facilities to meet demands not addressed in the public health system. This company is in the beginning stages of meeting a growing community need, as community care cannot keep up with referral demand, the unique constraints on the public health care system of an ageing population and the need to co-create ethical care plans. Vivacity Occupational Therapy strives to meet high standards of practice to ensure that each individual is heard and deeply understood while they strive to meet their goals.
About Me.
I am an Occupational Therapist transitioning to private practice after over 12 years working in community care. I am focusing on interventions in mental health as a psychotherapist targeting practical everyday living skills, coping skills and competency development. This practice was created to meet a growing demand for flexible and accessible therapeutic care that enhances engagement in everyday activities.
As a therapist who identifies as neuro-divergent, I understand the struggles that come with the pressures of modern society, the workplace and everyday obligations. I also identify as a spiritual person and understand the prejudice that can accompany conveying beliefs to those without religious or spiritual practice. My mixed ancestry (Portuguese/Scottish/English) has given me a unique viewpoint as a child of immigrants to Canada. I have worked with many backgrounds throughout my time in homecare. I also have lived in both rural and urban environments. I work to understand your perspective to cater services to your individual needs and challenges.
Education
2003-2007
Honours Bachelors in Psychology (Maj.) and Canadian Studies (Maj.) with a minor in Behavioral Sciences
McGill University
I conducted course work related to my practice in depression, personality, behavioral learning methods, cross-cultural psychology and interpersonal relationships.
2009-2011
Master of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy
McGill University
My focus during my degree was on neurological diseases, Musculo-skeletal conditions, chronic illness and psychosocial approaches to occupational therapy assessment and intervention.
For additional information on my education and work experiences, please consult my Linkedin profile
Services
We offer individual therapy services with an occupational therapist that catalyze change and reduce barriers.
Feel free to request a personalized quote based on a short screening by contacting (819) 500-2391 or info@vivacityot.com.
Book online through the client portal:
Virtual Therapy
A virtual 1 hour visit is $95.
These meetings are meant to adapt to your individual needs. Geographical location is not an issue. You only require a stable internet or phone connection.
In-person visit
At home or in community visits within in the Ottawa area are $150 per hour. May be subject to a mileage premium depending on location and travel time.
Assessment
In-person with 1.5 hour visit and select documentation on results of the assessment is $250 within the Ottawa area. May be subject to a mileage premium depending on location and travel time.
