About Rachael Cantrell, MS, OTR/L

Accepting new clients!

Rachael earned her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Brenau University and has spent over 11 years helping pediatric clients flourish. Her graduate research focused on Sensory Integration and the EASe auditory program, deepening her lifelong passion for sensory-based therapy. Her heart for pediatric care originally sparked while teaching adaptive swim lessons to children with special needs.

Certifications & Advanced Training

Rachael consistently pursues the latest evidence-based techniques in pediatric rehabilitation:

  • Interactive Metronome (IM)
  • Quickshift & Therapeutic Listening Programs
  • Integrated Listening Systems (iLs)
  • Handwriting Without Tears
  • Astronaut Training Protocol (Vision-Sound-Vestibular Integration)
  • Primitive Reflex Integration & Rehabilitation
  • Hippotherapy & Neurological Rehabilitation

Practice Philosophy

With specialized expertise in Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), Rachael identifies subtle motor and sensory obstacles that hold children back academically and socially. She creates fun, purposeful play experiences that inspire children to build autonomy in everyday life—collaborating hand-in-hand with parents so success carries over into home and school routines.