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Love & Claire Therapy provides concierge occupational therapy services in Ohio and Florida, helping clients of all ages and abilities achieve their goals and independence.
About Love & Claire Therapy
Our Locations
Love & Claire Therapy provides services in the comfort of your home and within the community, ensuring therapy takes place in natural environments with the right tools for success. Whether you’re at home, in your local community, or traveling, we adapt to meet your needs.
We currently serve Ohio and Florida, and are open to discussing other locations. Please inquire if you would like services in a different setting or state.
Founder , CEO, & Lead Occupational Therapist
Meet Claire
Claire W. Benedict, OTR/L, M.S.O.T. is a licensed, board-certified Occupational Therapist dedicated to helping individuals achieve meaningful and functional independence through a strengths-based approach.
She holds:
- Master of Science in Occupational Therapy – New York University
- Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science (Psychology minor) – University of Dayton
- Intermediate fluency in Spanish (SIELE B1/B2 certified), enabling her to effectively serve bilingual clients.
Expertise & Specializations
Claire works with pediatrics, adults, and seniors, specializing in:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Cerebral Palsy
- Down Syndrome
- Intellectual & Learning Disabilities
- Executive Functioning & Mental Health Conditions (e.g., ADHD, Anxiety, Depression)
- Neurological Conditions (Stroke, TBI, Dementia)
- & Much More!
Her experience spans early intervention, inpatient rehabilitation, acute care, long-term care, and home health settings.
Professional Training & Mentorship
- George Washington University Hospital – Acute Rehabilitation Unit (Level 1 Trauma Center)
- The Lab School of Washington, D.C. – Specialized school for learning disabilities with therapy integrated into curriculum
- The Learning Spring School, NYC – Autism-focused education & therapy services
- Palm Beach Speech & OT Specialists (PBSOS) – Mentorship in The Play Project (Dr. Sheryl Rosin) and Sensory Integration & Processing Therapy (Dr. Tanya Smith)
- International therapeutic intensives (based in USA) with clients from the Caribbean & South America with PBSOS.
- Post Acute Medical Health Rehabilitation Hospital – Adult Inpatient Rehabilitation, Long-Term Acute Care, Outpatient Rehabilitation, & Patient Caregiver Training.
Adaptive Athletics & Community Engagement
Claire has an expertise in adaptive sports and recreation:
- Ascendigo Autism Services, Inc. (Colorado) – Led skiing, whitewater rafting, equine therapy, and adventure programs for individuals with autism and disabilities.
- Therapeutic Riding Institute (Ohio) – Aids in the facilitation of for individuals with autism and disabilities in therapeutic horseback riding.
- Surfers For Autism (Florida) – Supports individuals with autism and disabilities in adaptive surfing & community outreach.
- The Ernie Els Center for Autism (Florida)– Sports & Recreation Assistant, Internship Program Assistant Developer
- ADA Coordinator – Wildfest, Colorado (2017)
Leadership & Advocacy
- Co-President – NYU Occupational Therapy Class of 2021
- COVID Outreach Team – Led fundraising efforts (raised over $5k) during COVID-19 for frontline occupational therapists & provided patients with technology resources (iPads, Zoom, etc.)
- Best Buddies, University of Dayton – Executive Board member (increased participant engagement by 73%)
Mission
Claire’s mission is to empower clients by fostering growth in areas that bring fulfillment, supporting independence, and helping each individual live their best life.
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