Erin de Freitas, OTR/L

Lead Occupational Therapist

Erin earned her master’s degree in occupational therapy from Augusta University (formerly Medical College of Georgia). She is certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. She has worked in private practice serving the pediatric population since graduating.

Erin has a special interest and passion for working with children and has experience working with a variety of diagnoses including autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, developmental delay, and ADD/ADHD. She has a special interest in working with children with autism to equip their families to both increase independence and adapt the environment to allow for the greatest level of inclusion and participation.

She is especially passionate about community inclusion and has previous experience in facilitating inclusive summer camp experiences and adaptive swim team coaching. Erin is certified in specialized protocols such as Interactive Metronome and The Listening Program that help equip children with the tools to process and respond to their environment.

Erin is born and raised in the Marietta area and outside of work enjoys going to concerts, reading, spending time with family and friends, and cheering on her alma mater (Go Dawgs!).

erin.defreitas@gaslctherapy.com