SENIOR OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Crystal is a British trained Occupational Therapist with over 10 years of experience.
In 2012 she qualified from the University of Cumbria with a Master of Science in
Occupational Therapy, having already completed her Bachelor of Science (hons) Psychology
in Leeds. She is a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists UK and has
worked for the NHS England across a variety of specialities, including Acute and Sub -Acute
Care, Neurological Rehabilitation, Elderly Care and Mental Health.

In 2017, Crystal moved to Abu Dhabi, initially working at Cleveland Clinic before most
recently working at SSMC in partnership with Mayo Clinic. Whilst working within two of the
largest hospital facilities in the UAE she had the pleasure of treating some of the most
complex patients from the UAE in Major Trauma ICU, Stroke and Neurological
Rehabilitation.

Crystal has a special interest in human behaviour and the brain, cognitive rehabilitation and
the impact of mental health and emotional well-being on physical recovery. Crystal is a keen
Yogi and a 200hr Certified Yoga Teacher. She is a true believer that a holistic, client-centred
approach alongside effective interdisciplinary teamwork is crucial in maximising individuals’
functional recovery and independence.