Hi! My name is Devin Meldrum, and I am a pediatric occupational therapist. I earned my Master’s degree from Idaho State University, and I have always had a passion for learning about the world and what makes us human. I was drawn to occupational therapy because as a practice it seeks to guide clients in living a meaningful life. My love for creativity and discovery led me to pediatric therapy, as I am fascinated by human development and seek to see the world from another perspective.

Through my training and experience working with children, I have learned the importance of guiding children in learning how to learn. Many children can struggle to regulate their emotions, to slow down or stop impulses, to persist through a challenge, to plan ahead, or to self-reflect. I have seen that without these abilities children struggle to participate in building the skills necessary for meeting the expectations of life and finding happiness through relationships with family members, teachers and mentors, and friends. 

My approach to therapy focuses on identity development and self-expression. I seek to promote a growth mindset through supporting positive behavior and facilitating curiosity. I feel that children are most motivated when they are working towards a personal goal, their interests and creativity are being employed, and they are guided in identifying their values. I love to implement elements of games, arts and crafts, and imagination as much as possible.

I believe that caregiver involvement is of the utmost importance. My goal is to help caregivers feel comfortable and confident working on therapy goals at home. I find that children have the best outcomes when they are practicing every day. My goal is to be a mentor for you and the children you care for.

When I’m not working, my family and I love spending our time exploring the wonderful mountains that surround our town. I also enjoy reading, writing, painting, gardening, and cooking.