Today, Lara chats with Krista Haggerty, an occupational therapist and small gym owner based in Sherwood Park, AB. From fostering a healthy body image in your children to the physiological effects of stress on kids, Krista breaks it all down for us. Plus, Krista shares her past experience with disordered eating, and how it fuels her passion to help those experiencing it, today.

Krista graduated from the University of Alberta in 2003 and has diverse experience working with children and youth. She currently works as a home care case manager with Alberta Health Services and as a private occupational therapist at Brentwood Chiropractic Clinic. Krista is passionate about helping kids grow, learn new skills, and gain confidence through activities they truly enjoy. She is also a strong advocate for mental health; running sessions to foster self-esteem and teach stress management techniques.

https://www.instagram.com/othaggerty/

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