Rachel Yakar

I am Rachel Yakar, a registered and licensed Occupational Therapist. Throughout my career, I've dedicated myself to providing family-centered treatment interventions. I believe in harnessing my client's strengths, addressing their needs, and setting functional goals that positively impact their daily lives and relationships. My specialization lies in offering evidence-based occupational therapy evaluations and treatment interventions to children and families, focusing on improving their daily lives through healthy habits and routines that enhance well-being. In my practice, I draw upon various frames of reference and theories, including sensory integration, motor learning, human development, the transtheoretical model of change, motivational interviewing, positive psychology, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and dynamic systems theory.

My journey began with a Bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. I pursued a Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy at Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona. I am committed to ongoing learning and development, regularly engaging in continuing education through the University of Southern California. I completed the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Course at the University of Nevada Reno, and most recently obtained my 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Certification through Yoga Alliance.

When I'm not collaborating with clients, I serve as a California County Commissioner, passionately advocating for increased health and wellness resources for families within the community. I also contribute to the Community Foundation's Grant and Scholarship Committee, advocating for young adults to prioritize their education.