Dr Molly (she/her/hers) is a dedicated occupational therapist specializing in mental health OT, with a deep commitment to strengths-based and neurodiversity-affirming care. Dr. Dalziel is committed to a therapeutic approach that integrates lived experience to empower autonomy and self-advocacy, ensuring comprehensive, individualized support for every child and family. By fostering connection and promoting nervous system safety, she ensures that her clients receive compassionate, personalized care that supports their growth and well-being.

Clinical Experience:
Dr Molly has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults in various settings, including Outpatient Services and Community-Based Programs. Throughout these environments, she has supported individuals from diverse backgrounds, age groups, and with a wide range of unique needs. Dr Molly is trained in evidence-based practices to assess and address interoceptive differences—helping individuals better recognize and respond to body signals like hunger, thirst, pain, and temperature. This work encourages the exploration and recognition of each individual’s unique interoceptive experience, which in turn fosters self-awareness, self-regulation, and stronger social connections. Dr Molly is also experienced in addressing executive functioning skills, empowering individuals to enhance their organization, planning, time management and problem-solving. She is also skilled in supporting sensory processing differences, sleep hygiene, environmental adaptations and modifications, medication management, as well as fostering self-determination, self-efficacy, and self-advocacy skills. Dr Molly is dedicated to continuous learning and growth and looks forward to partnering with you to prioritize what matters most to you and your family.

Professional Certifications:
ICDL DIRFloortime Basic Certificate

Professional Affiliations:
Occupational Therapy Association of California (OTAC)
American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)

Presentations:
Recurring guest lecturer for USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, presenting on Neurodiversity-Affirming and Strengths-Based Occupational Therapy

Credentials:
Licensed Occupational Therapist #25762 - California Board of Occupational Therapy