Occupational Therapy Team
Loretta Ho
Hi everyone, I’m Loretta — most people and kids just call me Lorry. I’m an Occupational Therapist and a mum of three little kiddos (two girls and one boy)! I graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Queen Margaret University (Scotland, UK) and have been practising in Singapore since completing my training.
Over the past 8 years, I have worked in clinical, home, mainstream and special school settings. The clients I have seen range from children with developmental difficulties, physical and multiple disabilities. I enjoy supporting them in their development of self-care skills and maximising their potential to learn, play and even work in their different stages of life. I find great fulfilment when my clients are able to meaningfully engage and participate in everyday activities.
I adopt a person-centric and holistic approach when working with my clients. Every child is a unique individual who has his or her own interests, skills and challenges. Listening to them and being attuned to a child’s needs is key. This way, I can understand and meet them where they are at before guiding them to develop the skills they need to be independent.
I also believe that a strong support system is necessary for success, which is why I value a close working relationship with my client’s families and teachers. A big part of therapy is also finding the right strategies that will work for each child and his or her caregivers, so that a concerted effort from all fronts and the right nurturing environment will help them thrive.
Professional Qualifications & Affiliations
- BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy (Queen Margaret University, UK)
- Diploma in Occupational Therapy (Singapore)
- Full Registration (Allied Health Professions Council, Singapore)
Trainings and Certifications
- Certified Supervisor for Occupational Therapists (Allied Health Professions Council, Singapore)
- Certificate in Ayres Sensory Integration (CLASI)
- DIR 101 Introduction to DIR® and DIRFloortime®
- Essentials of Praxis Intervention for Children with Autism (Intermediate) by Dr Theresa May-Benson
- Advanced Intervention for Ideational Praxis (Advanced) with Dr Theresa May-Benson
- Get Set for School® Pre-K Readiness & Writing, Handwriting Without Tears® Kindergarten-5th Grade and Handwriting Without Tears® Assessment Workshop by Peter Giroux
- Social Thinking: Implementing Social Thinking® Concepts & Vocabulary and Implementing Social Thinking®: More Practical Treatment Frameworks and Problem Solving with Students by Michelle Garcia Winner
