Mindfully Occupied by Design:
Balancing sensory awareness, self-compassion, and intentional living—connected to ourselves, our spaces, and what matters.
Welcome to Mindfully Occupied
I’m so glad you’re here.
I believe that when we bring together sensory awareness, mindful self-compassion, and intentional living, we stay more connected, not just to ourselves, but to the spaces we move through and what actually matters to us.
Being Mindfully Occupied is about noticing what is happening in and around us. What feels supportive, what feels like too much, what drains us, and what steadies us. It is about learning to meet ourselves gently through change instead of pushing through or judging where we are at. It is also about shaping routines and environments that fit who we are right now.
When these things come together, life can feel more aligned, grounded and meaningful.
I work with people who are navigating changes after illness, injury or transitions in life that affect how they function, participate, and move through their daily life and environments. You do not need a diagnosis to work with me; however common neurological conditions that I support include persistent post-concussion symptoms (PPCS), brain injury, functional neurological disorder (FND), migraine, central sensitization disorder, and any life transitions that impact cognition, energy, sensory processing, or emotional regulation.
If this resonates, I would love to connect and help you figure out your next best step.
With kindness
❤️ Shannon
I am navigating changes in my health or daily routines
Support to adapt, rebuild routines, and return to the activities and roles that matter most to you.
I would like to re-design my space and daily life
Designing environments that support your comfort, independence, and ability to participate in the things that matter most.
I would like to explore mindfulness and self-compassion for myself
Explore Mindful Self-Compassion practices that help you meet life’s challenges with greater awareness, kindness, and care.
I want to cultivate compassion and sustainability in my healthcare practice.
Education, community, and mentorship for professionals who care for others. including both Occupational Therapy Mentorship and Mindful Self-Compassion for Healthcare Communities
I am feeling overwhelmed by sensory information
Understand your sensory wellbeing needs, regulate your nervous system, and create strategies that help you feel more balanced in daily life.
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The compassionate care you deserve
Please contact us directly with any questions, comments, or scheduling inquiries you may have.
Shannon Ellis OT | Mindfully Occupied
