Kathryn Decker

Kathryn is the director of the Extensive Needs Service at Holland Bloorview. She is a registered occupational therapist with 15 years of clinical experience and 10 years of progressive leadership experience in the areas of specialized clinical services and mental health in both the public and private sectors. Prior to joining Holland Bloorview, Kathryn was the manager of Integrated Mental Health and Substance Use at Michael Garron Hospital. Kathryn is committed to trauma-informed and patient/family centered practice and is passionate about creating patient pathways that are accessible, equitable and well connected with community partners.  

Kathryn holds a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from McMaster University and a Master of Health Science in Health Administration from the Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation (IHPME) at the University of Toronto. Kathryn is also a clinical educator and holds an adjunct Lecturer appointment in the Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy at the University of Toronto.

Media expertise

occupational therapy, mental health, trauma-informed care, interventions for children with complex behaviours