About us
Our Namesake
Our name draws inspiration from magical healing job classes in video games that provide beneficial support to other characters throughout their journey.
Like healer classes, the ErgoMage’s services aim to support your endeavors and values in your careers with evidence-based ergonomic principles and a holistic, multifaceted perspective on health.
Our Quest
Our quest is to be the #1 sought-after ergonomic expert and resource for content creators, gamers, artists, and those who work from home to increase their productivity, promote healthier work habits, and prevent musculoskeletal injuries and cumulative disorders.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST, OWNER
Stephanie S. OTR/L, CEAS I, REAS I
Stephanie is an occupational therapist specializing in rehabilitation treatments and ergonomic assessments. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada, and received her Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from Tufts University in Boston, Massachusetts. Stephanie is an expert in cognitive psychology research, and has had lifelong experience with video games, creative arts, and technical support in their application for mental health and well-being.
Where?
We are primarily based in the San Francisco Bay Area, California, where we can do in-person evaluations. We also do remote evaluations for English-speaking businesses across the US and Canada.
FAQs
What is occupational therapy?
According to the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework (2014), it is the “achievement of health, well-being, and participation in life through engagement through occupation.” Engagement of occupation meaning the “performance of occupations as the result of choice, motivation, and meaning through within a supportive context and environment” (AOTA, 2008). Occupations do not exclusively refer to work-related activities, it relates to any and all that occupy your time and allow you to be a functional, independent individual.
Professionals in this field examine who you are and what activities you participate in from multiple angles, such as what environment you’re in, your social network and support, all your roles and routines, your physical and mental health, and what tools you use. We look at all these aspects of your life and how they influence each other to ultimately enhance or enable your engagement as a fulfilled individual.
How does occupational therapy relate to ergonomics?
Occupational therapy is not limited to the medical field, it can be applied to all aspects of life and across the lifespan. Your role in your business is not an isolated entity, it’s deeply integrated together by the aforementioned angles, one of which may be negatively impacting your work efficacy without you realizing it. This field provides a wider scope to analyze and apply ergonomic principles to your unique background and situation.
Do you treat me as a patient?
No, we cannot provide any medical diagnoses or treatments, but our medical background can inform us on the most appropriate and holistic adjustments and equipment to prevent long-term musculoskeletal issues and discomfort, and maintain your mental health while you work. If you have any serious concerns regarding a medical condition or injury, please consult with your personal care provider.
Do you only take on content creators as clients?
Nope! We take on clients from any career field that has them working at a computer for extended periods of time.