About
We are a private practice in West Vancouver serving children 3-18 years old and their families. The Skilled Kids team has been providing private pediatric occupational therapy services to Vancouver, West Vancouver, North Vancouver, Squamish, and Whistler since 2008. We use standardized assessments and clinical observation to assess challenge areas that our clients may be experiencing. We then provide consultative support and provide play-based intervention to foster fine motor, gross motor, and self-regulation skill development. We value evidence-based practice and focus on a collaborative family-centered approach. Our OTs and OTAs can travel to your home on the North Shore or in Vancouver to provide treatment.
We gratefully acknowledge that we are privileged to provide services on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh), and xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations.
We gratefully acknowledge that we are privileged to provide services on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh), and xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations.
Our Team
 Mahshid Hosseini, MSc, BSc(OT), Reg. OT (BC), Occupational Therapist |
Mahshid Hosseini, MSc, BSc(OT), Reg. OT (BC), Occupational Therapist, director, has over 20 years experience as an occupational therapist, a Masters in Rehabilitation Science from Queen's University, and a Bachelors of Occupational Therapy from the University of Western Ontario. She is a registered occupational therapist, an autism service provider and on the RASP list. She has attended numerous post graduate workshops and courses over the years. She has also held a number of workshops and has presented for parent groups, professionals and organizations on various topics including sensory integration, therapeutic listening, sensory motor challenges and other areas of paediatric occupational therapy.
Often children come to Mahshid with a sense of helplessness. Mahshid believes in instilling confidence and happiness in children, and coaches parents to help their child build self confidence. She works with children in a non-threatening, natural, playful environment, gradually building their skills while empowering them. Improved self confidence leads to building skills, and carries out through life. Mahshid speaks Persian and English fluently. She is a mother of 2 children, 27 and 21 years old. In her free time, she reads, spends time with her children, family, and friends; She enjoys sports and engages in yoga, hiking, skiing, and ice skating. Mahshid is registered with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC and a Registered Autism Service Provider (RASP). |
Matthew So, (MOT), Reg. (BC)
Occupational Therapist
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Matthew So, (MOT), Reg. (BC) completed his master’s degree in occupational therapy at the University of British Columbia in 2021. He developed a passion for working with pediatric populations through his extensive volunteer work with the Special Olympics as an occupational therapy assistant at Skilled Kids. Matthew also worked as a certified kinesiologist and was able to experience first-hand, the importance of physical literacy in fostering confidence, skill development, and facilitating play. Utilizing a relationship-focused, strengths-based, and neurodiversity affirming approach, Matthew hopes to empower his clients and their families in working collaboratively towards their goals. Matthew strives to cultivate a safe environment where clients can be their authentic selves and learn to appreciate their own unique identity and strengths. Most importantly, Matthew strongly believes that therapy should always be fun because play is one of the most powerful tools for learning and overall wellness. He is experienced in areas of self-regulation, self-care, fine and gross motor skills, play skills, and sensory processing.
Growing up in Vancouver, Matthew has always had a fond appreciation for the outdoors and is constantly searching for the next big hike or camping trip. In his free time, he participates in a wide range of sports including running, ultimate frisbee, badminton, and Muay Thai kick boxing. He is also a hockey enthusiast and never misses a Canucks game despite their lack of playoff success. Matthew is fluent in both English and Chinese (Cantonese). Matthew is registered with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC and a Registered Autism Service Provider (RASP). |
Allen Lee (MOT), Reg. (BC)
Occupational Therapist
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Allen Lee, (MOT), Reg. (BC) completed his master's degree in occupational therapy at the University of Toronto in 2021. Prior to pursuing Occupational Therapy, Allen has worked as a Kinesiologist and Rehabilitation Assistant to develop individualized exercise programs for individuals with soft tissue and brain injuries. During Allen’s Occupational Therapy journey, he has gained experience in various area of practices ranging from pediatric occupational therapy, inpatient musculoskeletal rehab and neuro acute care to outpatient pain clinic. Paediatric occupational therapy is an area that Allen is passionate about and strives to use a strength-based and play-based approach to help children and their families achieve functional goals. He strongly believes in the importance of building therapeutic rapport with his clients and creating a safe and collaborative environment to optimize learning and engagement.
In Allen’s free time, he enjoys going for solo/group runs and participates in sports like basketball and badminton. He is also a fan of Marvel and Disney so you may find him talking about his adventures in Disneyland! Allen is registered with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC |
Maya Peterson, OTA
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Maya Peterson, Occupational therapy Assistant (OTA), graduated with her Kinesiology degree with Honours from Simon Fraser University. During her degree she completed two co-op terms at We Play Kids Sensory Gym and Pediatric Therapy Center as a care-coordinator and one term at UBC as a research assistant for the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging. She has direct experience working with children with a wide array of diagnoses such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Down Syndrome, Angelman Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, DCD, and other related disorders.
In December 2023, she successfully defended her honours thesis on the Acute Effects of Bracing and Kinesiotaping on Pain and Golf Performance on Golfers with Medial or Lateral Epicondylitis. Beyond her undergraduate degree, she has taken additional course such as A 3-Step Approach to Improving Interoception by Kelly Mahler and Co-Regulation to Self-Regulation: Applies Framework and Strategy by Sensational Brain. At Skilled Kids Maya works as an OTA under direct supervision of the registered occupational therapists.She enjoys working with children and their families. Outside of the clinic, you can find Maya enjoying nature through rock climbing, backpacking, and hiking or rocking out at live music events. |
Jahnavi Bali, OTA
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Jahnavi Bali, pursuing BA (Cognitive Systems – Brain & Cognition), Occupational Therapy Assistant is an interdisciplinary student pursuing BA Cognitive Systems with a focus on Psychology at UBC and has a passion for empowering individuals through holistic care. Working under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist, she is dedicated to supporting clients and their families in achieving their therapy goals. Jahnavi brings extensive experience working with younger populations in personal and professional roles such as camp counseling and research, fostering growth, resilience, and confidence. She combines her cognitive neuroscience and psychology background to understand fine and gross motor skills, self-regulation, and sensory processing challenges.
Fluent in English and Hindi, with basic proficiency in French and Punjabi, Jahnavi’s diverse linguistic and cultural background enhances her ability to connect with families from various communities. She is also a certified yoga instructor, focusing on Hatha Yoga, integrating mindfulness and body awareness into her therapeutic approach. In her free time, Jahnavi enjoys practicing yoga, swimming, exploring the outdoors, and volunteering to support mental health initiatives and community education. She is excited to bring her enthusiasm to her role as an occupational therapy assistant (OTA), ensuring a collaborative, client-centered experience under the guidance of a registered OT. Eventually, Jahnavi hopes to pursue a graduate degree in Occupational Therapy. |
Mounika Mamidi, Office Manager
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Mounika Mamidi, Office Manager, She completed a bachelor’s degree in computer science and pursued a career in Payroll and Administration. She has over 5 years of experience in the administrative sector and a two year of experience in payroll sector at medium and large corporations. Mounika has several years of volunteer experience in various non-profit organizations in USA. She moved to Vancouver from USA in 2019 with her family and joined Skilled Kids team as the Office Manager in 2020. Mounika oversees accounts, client records, is responsible for the efficient functioning of the office operations through a range of administrative, financial, and managerial tasks.
Mounika is a self starter with excellent communication and organizational skills which help us support our clients. Mounika is mother of a toddler and enjoys spending time with her family. In her spare time she enjoys biking. **Support staff has access to client files**
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We are currently hiring!
NOW HIRING NEW OT and SLP
Minimum of 1 years of experience and competitive salary, please contact [email protected]
NOW HIRING NEW OT and SLP
Minimum of 1 years of experience and competitive salary, please contact [email protected]
