Improving Women & Children's Health Through Occupational Therapy
My Mission
Hello! I am Susanne Williams of Touchstone OT. I believe that occupational therapy has the potential to transform the lives of women and children. I am passionate about empowering women and families to take control of their health and lead fulfilling lives in all the ways that are meaningful to them.
I understand that with good resources, tools and strategies, women can thrive and embrace each phase of their lives. I am also passionate about connection and building community. Breaking stigma around women's health is long overdue. Let's get the conversation started together!!
Touchstone OT Services
I recognize that we cannot and should not separate physical health symptoms from our mental and emotional health. To best meet a woman and her family's unique needs, individual, small and large group sessions are available.
Comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessment and services can include support in the following areas:
Physical Health
Occupational therapists assist individuals in daily tasks such as self-care, productivity, and leisure.
Susanne can help you with:
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functional mobility for daily activities
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habits and routines for sleep, nutrition, exercise
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pain management
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pelvic health & incontinence
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bone health
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home, school, or workplace environment & adaptations
Mental Health
Occupational therapists enable people, families and communities to participate in occupations (things that occupy their time) that are meaningful to them.
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Susanne can help you with:
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support and counselling
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stress management
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mindfulness and mindset
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creative pursuits
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sensory processing needs
Emotional Health
Occupational therapists have a strong understanding of the mind-body connection.
Susanne can help you with:
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education about the brain and body
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emotional regulation
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feelings around expected and unexpected changes to health, roles and relationships
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cognition, brain fog
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executive skills (attention, organization)
Fall 2025 Women's Health Sessions
First 3 sessions will be held at Canopy Studios Art & Wellness
1723 9th Street SW Calgary
20 spots are available per session, to support meaningful conversations.
$40.00 per person per session.
Register at info@touchstoneOT.com.
Let's Talk Menopause!
Tuesday October 7, 2025
7 to 8:30 pm​
I just attended the Canadian Menopause Society conference in Montreal which was packed full of the most current evidence based women’s health information from medical experts.
At this session, I will share all that I learned, along with the lifestyle strategies that can help you thrive in peri and post menopause. Whatever your phase in this transformative time, you will come away with resources and tools to use immediately in your everyday life.
Let's Talk
Brain Health!
Part 1 - Headache
Wednesday October 8, 2025
7 to 8:30 pm
Please join me and my dear friend, Dr. Lara Cooke, neurologist and headache expert, to learn all about migraines and how to manage them. Headaches are common and problematic for women, particularly for those in perimenopause. Lara will also educate us on how to best care for our brains as we age, and answer your questions. ​
Let's Talk Brain Health!
Part 2: “Menopause Brain”
Tuesday October 28, 2025
7 to 8:30 pm
Brain changes during menopause are real. Many women experience forgetfulness, brain fog and difficulty concentrating when estrogen levels decline. We will discuss some helpful tips and
​strategies to boost our mood, focus our attention, and manage our stress on the harder days that we all experience.
Let's Talk Pelvic Health!
Thursday November 13, 7 to 8:30 pm
Elbow Park Community Clubhouse
800 34 Avenue SW
​Please bring a yoga mat to this session.
​In this session, we will go beyond Kegels and explore how to best support our pelvic health in everyday activities. We will talk about do’s and DON’TS, and learn how to connect our breathing with core and pelvic floor muscle engagement. We will cover it all, including good bladder habits.
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