Today we’d like to introduce you to Diamond Rashad.
Hi Diamond, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
I started as a pediatric occupational therapist and as the founder of A Dime of OT, to help my community. I wanted to share my experiences as a Black occupational therapist and found that a lot of people could really relate!
What started as a way to tell my story quickly grew into something much bigger. I found that so many people, including students, practitioners, families, and community members, really resonated with the perspectives I was sharing. The platform became a space for connection, education, and advocacy, shining a light on the importance of diversity and inclusion in healthcare. From there, A Dime of OT took off, and it has continued to grow as a trusted space where occupational therapy, culture, and community come together.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
The biggest challenge for me has been having time to create the resources and “fill in the gap”. I’ve had to learn that I can’t do it all and that’s ok. Even small contributions can make a big impact. It’s not about doing everything perfectly or all at once, but about showing up consistently and offering what I can in that moment. That shift in mindset has helped me embrace the value of progress over perfection and trust that each effort, no matter how small, makes a difference in the bigger picture.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
Through A Dime of OT, I enjoy translating clinical concepts and best therapy practices into practical, accessible resources for students, families, and professionals. My work bridges the gap between theory and practice by highlighting inclusive, strengths-based approaches to supporting children and youth. Whether through writing, speaking, or mentoring, I create content that helps others understand disability and neurodiversity through a lens of respect, equity, and lived experience. I’m most proud of creative ways that I introduce inclusion, and also the families I impact and support on an individual basis. My favorite area is feeding therapy and supporting children with exploring new safe foods!
What was your favorite childhood memory?
My favorite childhood memories definitely include my grandmother and great-grandmother, and spending time with them. I truly admire intergenerational bonds. Another memory that stands out to me spending time with my cousins: being on the swim team together, having a lemonade stand together on holidays.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.adimeinot.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adimeofot
