We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Sarah Highland. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Sarah below.

Alright, Sarah thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. Was there an experience or lesson you learned at a previous job that’s benefited your career afterwards?

When I first started as an OT I worked in a transitional housing program. My clients had experienced major life altering events. I feel that the privilege of sharing in their journey shaped the rest of my career in many ways. I learned invaluable skills of being present, being client centered, and being present with people where they are. I am forever grateful for those people and their openness.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

I am an occupational therapist who specializes in pelvic health. I started my career working in community based mental health care. Following the birth of my daughter, and coping with my own pelvic health concerns, I struggled to find a provider who met my needs. I decided then to specialize in pelvic health and open my own practice. I wanted a space where anyone could feel comfortable to discuss often uncomfortable topics. I wanted a space that was body and sex positive, and trauma informed. I provide pelvic floor therapy for all genders and incorporate sex counseling into my practice. I work with people with persistent pain, people wanting to address bowel, bladder and sexual function concerns, and those pre/postnatally. I love my work so much.

Do you think you’d choose a different profession or specialty if you were starting now?

100% I am glad that my career as an OT started in community based mental health and that I also worked for a period in physical rehab prior to specializing. It allowed me to develop a range of skills that I find invaluable to my current role. Being an OT has shaped so much of how I view care. OT’s are holistic providers who look all the factors that contribute to wellness. As a pelvic health practitioner, it is paramount to look whole body/whole life. I pinch myself a lot that I get to do this dream job.

What’s been the most effective strategy for growing your clientele?

Providing quality care to each person. Meeting the person where they are and attempting to individualize care as much as possible. Being kind.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.pelvicfloorandmore.com
• Instagram: @pelvicfloorandmore

Image Credits
Photo 1 and 2: Holly Lau