At Building Blocks Pediatric Therapy, we provide occupational therapy solutions to support children with disabilities, enhancing their development and quality of life.
Our mission is to deliver high-quality pediatric occupational therapy grounded in evidence, collaboration, and compassionate care—supporting each child’s functional goals and family priorities.
Building Blocks Pediatric Therapy is a team of occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants and rehabilitation assistants who support children and families with practical, goal-focused care.
At our practice, we believe in the power of play and engagement.
Our therapy sessions are designed to be fun and interactive, helping children develop essential skills while enjoying the process. We work closely with families to provide parenting support and guidance, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to succeed in their daily activities and social interactions. Together, we can make a difference!
Founder
Meet Our Team
Manjit Gill / Occupational Therapist
Manjit is a registered occupational therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia and is a member of the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from Simon Fraser University in 1996 and completed her Occupational Therapy degree at University of British Columbia in 1999. Manjit has pursued extensive professional development throughout her career as learning is both a passion and an ongoing process to keep her practice current and responsive. Manjit also provides supervision and mentorship to other occupational therapists across the province as well as education workshops to various groups in the lower mainland.
With 26 years of paediatric experience, her practice background includes both acute care settings and community clinics, giving her a broad perspective on supporting children and families across environments and stages of recovery. She founded Building Blocks Pediatric Therapy in 2004 to provide collaborative, family-centred care at home, school, and in the community. She is a strong collaborator and advocate, known for partnering closely with caregivers, educators, and interdisciplinary teams.
Manjit specializes in paediatric acquired brain injury and has been working with the Community Brain Injury Program for Children and Youth since 2004. She is also on the Registry of Autism Service Providers.
Heather Cowie
Occupational Therapist
Heather is a neurodiversity-affirming Paediatric Occupational Therapist who supports children in developing the skills they need to participate fully and confidently in their daily lives. She celebrates each child’s unique strengths, interests, and ways of experiencing the world.
Using a collaborative and strengths-based approach, Heather works alongside children and their families to build skills in play, fine and gross motor, emotional regulation, self-care, learning, and independence—always respecting each child’s individual communication style, sensory preferences, and developmental profile.
She believes therapy should feel safe, empowering, and meaningful. By partnering closely with parents, caregivers, and educators, Heather helps create supportive environments where children can thrive as their authentic selves.
Preety Sian
Occupational Therapist Assistant
Preety Sian is a dedicated Rehabilitation Worker and Occupational Therapy Assistant with over four years of experience supporting paediatric clients. She is passionate about helping children build independence and confidence through meaningful, client centred therapy. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Health Sciences and hopes to continue pursuing further growth and training within the field of Occupational Therapy.
Cristina Desimone
Rehabilitation Assistant
Cristina has been working and playing in pediatric rehab for over 10 years. She has always had a passion for helping others, however pediatrics is where she really shines. She has experience working with brain injury, spinal cord injury, orthopaedics, in addition to other challenges and disabilities. Cristina loves learning, playing and working alongside her clients and their families. When she’s not working she loves going for walks with her dogs and spending time with her family.
Oscar
Therapy Dog
Oscar is a 6-year-old Australian Labradoodle and a gentle therapy dog who brings comfort, calm, and connection to children who need it most. With his warm presence and steady temperament, Oscar supports kids dealing with health challenges, helping them feel more regulated and more confident. Whether he’s offering a quiet cuddle during an appointment, sitting patiently during a moment of overwhelm, or helping to improve motor skills, Oscar meets each child exactly where they’re at. His role is simple but powerful: to make challenging moments feel a little lighter—one paw, and one smile at a time.