Elijah Okall
Occupational Therapist
“Personalized and Individualized Care: Beyond the Clinic Walls.”
About
Elijah Okall – Experienced Pediatric Occupational Therapist in Dubai focusing on Early Intervention and School-Based Support
Occupational Therapist
Elijah Okall is an Occupational Therapist with 14 years of specialized experience in pediatric and school-based interventions. He holds a diploma in Occupational Therapy from Kenya Medical Training College and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Public Health from Liverpool John Moores University. Additionally, he is certified as a DIR Floor Time Therapist, which complements his focus on early intervention and school-based support.
Elijah’s work is driven by the belief that mental health is foundational to all aspects of health and strongly influences physical well-being. This conviction motivates his approach to therapy, where he emphasizes personalized and individualized care according to each client’s needs and circumstances. His ongoing pursuit of higher education enables him to integrate public health perspectives into his occupational therapy practice, enriching his understanding and enhancing the support he can provide to families raising children with special needs.
Being a parent himself has profoundly influenced Elijah’s approach to therapy. Understanding family dynamics firsthand has deepened his empathy and improved his ability to connect with and support families beyond traditional therapy settings. He believes in stepping beyond the clinic walls to engage with and support his clients in their everyday environments, ensuring that therapy is a supportive and integral part of their lives.
Elijah views his role as a therapist and a part of each family’s journey. He commits to being actively involved and supportive, ensuring that the treatment process is collaborative and resonates deeply with the needs and values of those he works with.
Specializations and Expertise:
Pediatric Occupational Therapy
Early Intervention
School-based OT Intervention
DIR Floor Time Therapy
Qualifications
- Diploma in Occupational Therapy, Kenya Medical Training College, Nairobi, Kenya
- Kenya Occupational Therapists Association (KOTA)
Licenses
- Dubai Healthcare City Authority Regulatory (DHCR), Dubai, UAE
