About Us

All occupational therapists continually revise and update our skills. We also provide co-treatment when appropriate in order to effectively meet the needs of each child, and to share knowledge and abilities. Occupational therapist assistants, occupational therapy students, and volunteers also play an active role in the therapy process.  All occupational therapists are registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO).

Therapists

Chris Everdell, BSc.OT, MSc.AH, OT Reg.(Ont.)

Chris Everdell, BSc.OT, MSc.AH, OT Reg.(Ont.)

Occupational Therapist, owner, practice leader, business manager

Chris has over 35 years of experience within the field of occupational therapy, with most of those years being in pediatrics and private practice. Chris has spent more recent years developing her knowledge and skills in the area of treating adults who have sensory challenges. Chris’ interests lie in the areas of sensory processing, attachment and childhood trauma and early intervention.
Chris maintains a small caseload while mostly providing support for the other therapists working at Make Way For Me. Chris enjoys middle age life playing with her two grandchildren who are forever teaching her about child development and kid ideas.

Madison Reid, MSc. OT Reg.(Ont.)

Madison Reid, MSc. OT Reg.(Ont.)

Occupational Therapist

Madison graduated from Queen’s University with her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy in 2016. Her clinical experience has involved assessment and treatment with children and adolescents who experience challenges with sensory processing, gross motor skills, fine motor skills, social skills, and emotional regulation. She has completed continuing professional education and training in Sensory Integration, Therapeutic Listening Program, and DIR Floortime. Madison greatly enjoys working with her clients in reaching their goals and collaborating with their families and teachers to develop tools to support their success at school, home, and in the community.

Alana Sargeant, B.Mus., B.Ed., MSc. OT Reg.(Ont.)

Alana Sargeant, B.Mus., B.Ed., MSc. OT Reg.(Ont.)

Occupational Therapist

Alana graduated from Queen’s University of Science in Occupational Therapy in 2019. Prior to this she worked as a classroom teacher for the Algonquin & Lakeshore Catholic District School Board. Through her teaching and clinical experience, she has worked with children and adolescents experiencing challenges in the areas of sensory processing, gross motor skills, fine motor skills, social skills, emotional regulation, and challenges related to mental health, such as anxiety and trauma. Alana is a musician who greatly enjoys incorporating rhythm and music into her sessions with clients. She is passionate about helping children to explore their brain-and-body connection, so that they can engage more meaningfully in their daily activities and in their relationships with others.

Elena Heighton B.Arts, MSc. OT Reg.(Ont.)

Elena Heighton B.Arts, MSc. OT Reg.(Ont.)

Occupational Therapist

Elena graduated from Queen’s University with her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy in 2021. Prior to this she completed her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology at McGill University, with a minor in neuroscience and world religions. Elena grew up working on farms and has an interest in ‘nature therapy’. She is also interested in pediatric mental health and providing trauma-informed care for families. She supplements this interest with extensive training in areas such as Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy and Interoception and Mindfulness Based Interventions. She has experience employing play therapy, sensory diets, interoception techniques, and handwriting strategies. Elena recognizes that engaging in meaningful activities is essential for health and well-being. Through meaningful activities we not only develop physical skills but also develop a sense of identity, self-worth, belonging, and pride.

Sarah Yong, B.Arts, MSc. OT Reg.(Ont.)

Sarah Yong, B.Arts, MSc. OT Reg.(Ont.)

Occupational Therapist

Sarah graduated from Queen’s University with her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy in 2021. Prior to this she completed her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology at York University. She has pursued further education of the CO-OP (Cognitive Orientation to daily Occupational Performance) Approach, which focuses on therapist-directed self-discovery of cognitive problem-solving strategies for client-chosen goals. Growing up, Sarah completed extensive volunteer work with her community’s children and youth program, where she first became inspired to work with children. Sarah’s passion for occupational therapy stems from her first-hand experiences observing therapists working closely with family members. She sees OT’s as professional problem solvers, who get to be creative as they work with individuals to help them do everything they need to, want to, or are expected to do in their everyday life!

Stephanie Nelson, MSc. OT Reg. (Ont.)

Stephanie Nelson, MSc. OT Reg. (Ont.)

Occupational Therapist

Stephanie completed a Bachelor of Science with a double major in Biology and Psychology at Mount Allison University, followed by a Masters of Occupational Therapy at Dalhousie University. She has also completed a Certification in Sensory Integration through the University of Southern California, Chan Division. Stephanie has over a decade of experience as an occupational therapist, with most of those years being in a variety of pediatric settings. She utilizes a bottom-up approach to ensure that her clients have strong foundational skills to support function at home, school and in life in general. Stephanie’s interests lie in sensory processing, trauma and the relationship between child and caregiver. Her practice is influenced by her experiences as a mother, military spouse, dancer, nature lover, and East Coaster.

Careers

Make Way for Me! is a therapist-owned and -operated business which has been part of the Kingston and surrounding community since 1996.

Make Way for Me! works in partnership with the clients and their families to custom fit a therapy program specific to their needs. Therapy is available in the client’s home, school environment and in our clinic setting.

All therapists are independent contractors. We offer independent contractors: competitive remuneration, professional development, resource and peer support, and flexible scheduling. Positions are based on a model of self-employment.

If you are interested in joining the Make Way for Me! practice, please contact Chris Everdell.