Our Rehab Team

Tara started her occupational therapy career working in community- and clinic-based vocational rehabilitation programs for clients with mental illness, orthopaedic injuries and chronic pain before transitioning to private community-based rehabilitation. As an OT, Tara providedcase management and occupational therapy services (from hospital discharge to return-to-work support) for clients with traumatic brain injuries, mental illness, chronic pain and orthopaedic injuries.

For fun, Tara enjoys yoga, snowboarding, spending time with her children, and exploring BC.

Jill received her undergraduate degree from the University of Victoria and her master of Occupational Therapy from UBC.

She is a Clinical Faculty Instructor with the Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy at UBC, where she enjoys sharing her knowledge of how occupational therapy can improve the lives of individuals impacted by brain injury and cognitive loss.

Jill participates in numerous professional development opportunities, speaks at local and international events and continues to enjoy the development of her clinical and case management skills. When she is not working, you can find Jill cycling the local mountains or travelling with her bike to find not-so-local mountains.

Luisa has worked as a community-based OT since 2015. Luisa values the importance of giving back to the educational community and provides opportunities for students to learn more about the OT field. Since 2021, she has been invited once a year to be a guest lecturer, for the School of Kinesiology Seminar Series Class at Capilano University, to speak about her experience and work as an OT. She has also hosted student placements through CapU Kinesiology and the UBC OT Program.

Luisa’s clinical interests include assessment and treatment of concussion/mild traumatic brain injury, physical injuries, chronic pain and mental health, as well as coordination of successful return to work. She has completed additional professional development coursework for exposure therapy and has experience providing treatment for various mental health concerns. Luisa also enjoys conducting ergonomic assessments (at individuals’ home-based offices or their workplaces) to promote comfort and proper positioning while they engage in computer-based tasks.

Outside of work, Luisa enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends, salsa dancing, stand-up paddle boarding, walking the seawall, hiking, painting, and photography.

Jessica’s special interests include assessment and treatment planning for individuals with concussions/mild traumatic brain injury, chronic pain management, and education. She has a strong understanding of neurodevelopment from neonatal to adulthood. Her strengths includes pursuing and providing evidence based best practice, and utilizing problem solving skills for complex case management.

Outside of work, Jessica can be found planning her next travel adventure, running or hiking, or trying out a new recipe.

Lulu has experience supporting clients with various conditions including concussion/mild traumatic brain injury, orthopaedic injuries, mental health challenges, ADHD, and chronic pain. In addition, she brings with her experience in case management, ensuring alignment of goals across disciplines and identifying appropriate services and referrals to maximize recovery and return to function. She is dedicated to fostering collaboration with clients and their support teams, aiming to optimize individual strengths and interests to facilitate achievement of functional goals.

Outside of work, you can find Lulu hiking and going on nature walks, going to spin and barre classes, reading, and spending quality time with her friends and family.

She brings with her case management, return to work and ergonomics expertise that lends itself well to the Evergreen Rehab model.

To keep active, Anne spends the majority of her spare time road cycling.

Her practice style emphasizes optimizing ability through functional activity and the use of compensatory strategies. Her case management experience has allowed her to see the value of building effective healthcare teams and coordinating care to meet her clients' needs.

Christine received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Victoria, and her Master of Occupational Therapy from the University of British Columbia.

Prior to joining Evergreen Christine worked in a clinic-based practice, primarily with individuals who had sustained concussion/mild traumatic brain injury. She brings much experience assisting individuals successfully transitioning back to work following injury.

Outside of work, Christine enjoys spending time with her family outdoors hiking, biking, and camping.

Her therapy interests lie in a holistic approach to care that focuses on all aspects of clients' lives, helping to improve cognition, mental health, physical health, and overall function.

Jana grew up in Vancouver and then completed a Bachelor of Science from the University of Western Ontario. She went on to graduate with a Masters of Occupational Therapy from the University of British Columbia in 2011. In her free time Jana enjoys most things outdoors that involve water, snow, and things on two wheels. She also enjoys all the amazing arts and music that Vancouver has to offer.