Quiara Smith, MOT, OTR/L

Aloha Integrative Therapy was founded by Quiara Smith MOT OTR/L, in 2017 in order to share the immense benefits of Holistic and Integrative Occupational Therapy (OT) with the pediatric population in the SF Bay Area. Aloha Integrative Therapy values the holistic view of integrative OT, which includes the wellness of mind, body, and spirit/essence of a child.

"Realizing the social, emotional, and psychological challenges that pelvic floor dysfunction places on children and families, I have recently decided to niche my practice to exclusively treat children and adolescents with pelvic floor dysfunction. The pelvic floor (muscles which span the bottom of the pelvis) provides support for our internal organs and assists in urinary and fecal continence. Dysfunction arises when the muscles of the pelvic floor do not perform in their optimal fashion due to spasm, weakness, or incoordination. This dysfunction can cause symptoms that affect school, social, leisure, and sporting activities, which may persist into adulthood. Thus prompt attention during the childhood years is of great importance. With a holistic approach along with my canine assistant, Nelly, I guide children and parents toward their pelvic floor OT goals in a meaningful way."