Ariel Gleaner, MS, OTR/L

OKOT Occupational Therapist - San Francisco, CA branch

I’m an Occupational Therapist with a passion for helping children build confidence and connection through nature-based experiences. I received my Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Maryland and my Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Columbia University.

I have experience in a variety of settings, including pediatric mental health, outpatient clinics, home- and school-based services, and outdoor therapy. Grounded in a strength-based, trauma-informed and neurodivergent-affirming approach, I believe connection is the foundation that allows growth to occur. I lead both 1:1 sessions and outdoor OT groups that blend movement, sensory exploration, and social-emotional development. Being outdoors is my happy place, and I feel privileged to share that joy with our OKOT kiddos.