Allyson Bates

Allyson Bates, OTD, OTR/L, SWC, PAM, has extensive experience in pediatric occupational therapy, currently serving as an Occupational Therapist at Napa Center since January 2017. In this role, Allyson provides therapeutic services to children aged 0-21 with complex diagnoses and utilizes various evaluation tools and treatment modalities. Prior experiences include a clinical independent study at Children's Hospital Los Angeles focusing on upper extremity conditions, fieldwork at UCLA Health treating upper extremity injuries, and leadership roles in student-run clinics. Moreover, Allyson has a rich teaching background as a 3rd-grade teacher and has engaged in various educational roles, further emphasizing a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and comprehensive care. Allyson holds a Doctorate and Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Wake Forest University.