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Rhoads to Independence
Neurodiversity Affirming | Strengths Based | Client-Driven Occupational Therapy, Coaching, & Consultation
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Neurodiversity Affirming | Strengths Based | Client-Driven Occupational Therapy, Coaching, & Consultation
At Rhoads to Independence, we are passionate about helping individuals live fuller, more functional lives through compassionate and customized occupational therapy. Located right outside of Philadelphia, we proudly serve our local community with evidence-based therapy services for individuals of all ages and abilities.
Our experienced team works with clients facing a wide range of needs from babies to adults! We focus on improving everyday skills, increasing independence, and supporting each client’s unique goals.
In addition to our in-person therapy, we specialize in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) Coaching, available worldwide. With deep knowledge of hypermobility disorders and the daily impact of EDS, our virtual coaching services are designed to empower clients with tools, confidence, and strategies to better manage their condition and enhance quality of life no matter where they are in the world!
Whether you're seeking hands-on therapy close to home or personalized guidance for EDS, we're here to support your journey to better health and function.
Rhoads to Independence, LLC was founded in 2021 by Janine Elizabeth, MS OTR/L. Janine is a neurodiversity-affirming, client driven occupational therapist currently working in Philadelphia, PA. During her time in early intervention, she has made a name for herself by being a sensory based therapist who addresses her clients needs from the bottom up using a strengths based approach. She believes in having a solid foundation in the terms of attention to task, self regulation and executive functioning skills before moving onto more complex needs.
In addition to this, Janine is a disabled occupational therapist and coach who works all kinds of people to empower them to reach their goals. She uses a positive psychology based approach and loves meeting people where they are at! She specializes in working with the Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Population and other chronically ill and disabled people.
We are proud to start offering coaching to those with chronic illnesses. She specializes in working with those with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, disability, and other chronic health conditions. That being said, she can coach anyone on anything.
Janine has completed her Coaching in Context Advanced Practice Certificate- a positive psychology-based coaching certificate that takes over a year to complete at a doctoral level.
We focus on empowering individuals to live more confidently, and comfortably by building skills, adapting environments, and supporting everyday routines. From childhood to adult hood, we work with indivduals and their support systems to live life to the fullest! OT services are personalized to meet each person's unique goals and lifestyle.
We offer OT for a variety of needs. Check out our OT services pages for more.
OT only available for NJ and PA residents.
We are proud to offer consultative services with families and other occupational therapists to bolster up treatment plans. We have extensive knowledge in sensory processing, sensory regulation, strengths-based therapy and a very bottom up approach to OT. Whether you are a parent wanting a second trained eye, or an organization looking for large scale consultation we are here for you.
We offer the ability to collaborate with different individuals, organizations, and businesses on increasing accessibility for disabled people. Through this process, you will work alongside a disabled occupational therapist to see how you can make your space more disability friendly.
Occupational therapy is what we commonly refer to at the "catch all" therapy. Occupational therapists work on everything you need to or have to do throughout the day.
Contact us directly to schedule your first 15-minute free consultation, with questions or concerns!
Email: info@rhoadstoindependence.com
Call or text (267) 627-4988
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Monday - Friday: By appointment
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
50% off 4 individual coaching sessions!! Includes a goal setting session and 3 follow up sessions! ($230 value)
Contact us to get started!! Must commit to 4 sessions. Ends July 5, 2025 or when books are full!