When you choose SoBrook Occupational Therapy, you’re selecting a highly qualified and dedicated occupational therapist with a wealth of expertise in the field. Here’s why SoBrook stands out:

• Extensive Education:

  Tatyana Khazanova, founder of SoBrook Occupational Therapy, brings a robust educational background to her practice. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Health Science in 2006 and her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy in 2008, both from Mercy College. Her early career focused on physical disabilities in hospital settings, where she treated children and adults in inpatient, acute, and outpatient care.  With years of experience in outpatient rehabilitation and pediatrics, Tatyana has honed her expertise in treating sports injuries, upper extremity trauma, post-operative therapy, and fine motor issues. Her work prioritizes restoring function, improving strength, enhancing mobility and dexterity for clients recovering from surgery, injuries, or other conditions affecting the hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders.

• Certified Hand Therapist: In 2018 she earned Hand Therapy Certification and went on to join the expert team at the Hand Center at NYU Langone’s Orthopedic Hospital, where she spent the next 4 years. As a certified hand therapist (CHT), she has undergone rigorous training and met strict requirements to earn this esteemed credential. Her specialization in hand therapy enables her to provide complete care for conditions and injuries of the upper extremities, such as your shoulder, thumb and fingers, wrist, elbow, and hand, ensuring optimal recovery and function for her patients.
• Specialized Training: She is committed to staying at the forefront of occupational therapy practice through continuous learning and professional development. She has pursued additional postgraduate training in upper extremity  therapy and sports rehabilitation, allowing her to offer advanced treatment options tailored to the unique needs of each patient.
• Clinical Interests: Her passion for occupational therapy extends beyond the clinic walls. She has a keen interest in yoga and its therapeutic benefits, which she incorporates into her practice to promote holistic healing and well-being. Additionally, her clinical interests include chronic pain management, manual therapy techniques, and the treatment of conditions affecting the elbow, hand, wrist, thumb and fingers, and shoulder.

   

SoBrook Occupational Therapy understands the unique challenges faced by individuals recovering from trauma, surgery, or managing chronic conditions. The holistic approach to occupational therapy extends beyond the injury site to consider proximal events, and innovative solutions, focusing on addressing physical, cognitive, emotional, and environmental factors to create personalized treatment plans that meet your specific needs and goals.