​Occupational Therapist:

Meet Barbara Belicia, MOT, OTR/L, CMLD

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Owner & Occupational Therapist | WholePerson Therapeutics

Barbara Belicia is a nationally board-certified, Connecticut-licensed Occupational Therapist, Certified Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapist, Certified Non-Medical Naturopathic Practitioner, and U.S. Army veteran. She is the founder and owner of WholePerson Therapeutics, a private rehabilitation and wellness practice in Derby, Connecticut.

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With extensive clinical experience in VA hospitals, private hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and assisted living settings, Barbara specializes in pain management, physical rehabilitation, neurological recovery, lymphedema management, injury prevention, and restoring functional independence.

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Drawing from her diverse clinical background and personal experience overcoming physical challenges, Barbara combines evidence-based occupational therapy with a compassionate, whole-person approach. She develops individualized treatment plans that address physical limitations, daily activities, and each client's personal goals. Her non-medical naturopathic training further supports her emphasis on preventive wellness education and healthy living.

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Her mission is simple: to empower individuals to reduce pain, restore mobility, regain independence, and improve their quality of life.

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Restore • Relieve • Revive