Braeden is a licensed Occupational Therapist who works primarily with youth and young adults experiencing mental health challenges that impact their daily functioning. Her activity-based approach is grounded in the belief that people heal through doing. She focuses on establishing collaborative relationships with her clients to build self-efficacy, frustration tolerance, executive functioning skills, interpersonal skills, and coping strategies. She specializes in supporting the development of routines and habits for increased emotional regulation. Areas of focus include sleep, self-care, personal hygiene, and exploration of leisure activities that bring a sense of purpose and enjoyment. Sessions are driven by individual interests and motivation but may include games, art, puzzles, hiking, or running. She also helps clients gain insight into their sensory processing system in order to implement sensory-based strategies for self-regulation in their daily lives. Braeden is trained in mindfulness, DBT skills training, motivational interviewing, CBT, trauma-informed care, and The Zones of Regulation. Outside of work, Braeden enjoys being a mom to 4 kids and 1 dog.