Humera Rafique is a highly skilled and dedicated Occupational Therapist in KidsHeart Abu Dhabi/Neuro and Mental Health Department with extensive experience in pediatric and adult rehabilitation. She brings a wealth of expertise in treating individuals with a variety of neurological, developmental, and psychiatric conditions. With a strong foundation in evidence-based practices, Humera is committed to enhancing the quality of life for her patients by improving their functional independence, motor skills, sensory integration, and daily living abilities.
With over eight years of diverse clinical experience in the UAE and Pakistan, Humera Rafique has worked in both clinical and community-based settings, providing individualized therapy plans and holistic interventions. Her approach focuses on integrating therapeutic strategies tailored to the unique needs of each patient, ensuring their overall development and well-being.
Educational Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy, The University of Karachi, Pakistan
Clinical Experience:
- Occupational Therapist – Noubel Rehabilitation Center, UAE (Dec 2023 – Jan 2025)
- Occupational Therapist – The Speech Clinic, Dubai, UAE (March 2023 – Nov 2023)
- Occupational Therapist – Dhoraji Rehabilitation Center, Karachi, Pakistan (May 2017 – Jan 2023)
- Occupational Therapist – Karwan-e-Hayat, Karachi, Pakistan (Dec 2015 – April 2017)
- Clinical Practice with Medical Conditions and Physical Disabilities – Institute of Child Development Centre ACELP (Dec 2012 – April 2014)
- Clinical Practice with Psychiatric Conditions – Various healthcare settings
- Practice with Mental Sub-normality – Working with children and adults with developmental disorders
Areas of Expertise
Humera Rafique has an extensive experience in treatment a variety of conditions, including:
- Pediatric & Adult Occupational Therapy
- Neurological and Developmental Disorders
- Sensory Integration Therapy
- Cognitive and Behavioral Approaches
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Training
- Vocational and Recreational Therapy
- Group and Individual Therapy Sessions
- Parent and Caregiver Education
- Holistic, Evidence-Based Interventions
- Social and Emotional Rehabilitation
Clinical Skills and Responsibilities:
- Conducting comprehensive evaluations, clinical observations, and assessments using standardized and non-standardized tools.
- Developing and implementing individualized therapy plans based on the unique needs of each patient.
- Treating children and adults with various conditions, including Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, developmental delays, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, sensory processing disorders, stroke, spinal cord injuries, and psychiatric conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
- Providing therapy sessions to enhance gross and fine motor skills, social communication, cognitive function, and daily living activities.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic care and develop effective treatment strategies.
- Conducting illness management and recovery (IMR) sessions, anger management, stress management, and family education.
- Educating parents and caregivers on sensory diets, adaptive tools, and movement strategies to support children with with disabilities.
- Documenting patient progress, maintaining therapy records, and conducting regular follow-ups.
Licenses:
- Department of Health (DOH) Licensed Occupational Therapist, UAE
- Pakistan Licensed Occupational Therapist, Registered with Pakistan Occupational Therapy Association (POTA)
- Council of Allied Health Sciences Pakistan Registered OT
- Certified in Ayres Sensory Integration Therapy (CLASI Module 1 & 2)