Jessica Prescott Brees, M.S., OTR/L is a self-employed occupational therapist serving Palm Beach and Martin County.  Jessica received her bachelor’s degree in Health Science from the University of Florida in 2007 and her master’s degree in Science in Rehabilitation Sciences/Occupational Therapy from the Medical University of South Carolina in 2010.  She participated in two medical mission trips to Africa during her last year of graduate school, leading the rehabilitation team on her second trip.  She then presented two posters, based on her experiences in Africa, at the 2010 American Occupational Therapy Conference and Expo in Orlando. 

Jessica first began working with pediatric clients diagnosed with a variety of developmental disabilities in 2010 while completing her Level II Fieldwork at a private clinic in Jupiter, FL.  Her passion in pediatrics grew and she quickly accepted a position with a local outpatient therapy clinic in January 2011. Since then she has focused her experience working with pediatric clients in private clinics, daycares, homes, and schools.  She contracted at the Hope Center for Autism for 4 years and presented employee trainings on the following topics: Sensory Feeding Problems, Sensory Diets, and Incorporating Handwriting Without Tears in the Classroom.  At the Els for Autism Foundation, Jessica is currently involved with the Global Outreach Autism Learning Services (GOALS) program and early intervention programs.  She also contracts with local schools providing student screenings, staff trainings, group and individual handwriting services, and private-based occupational therapy services.

Outside of her professional career, Jessica values serving within the community and her church.  She has held positions within the Junior League of the Palm Beaches, served as the Good Shepherd Episcopal School Parent Association President, volunteered as a room mom at Jupiter Christian School (JCS), served on the Parent Advisory Council for JCS, and attended several fundraisers for local nonprofit organizations.  Jessica enjoys spending quality time with her husband and three children traveling, boating, and being outdoors.  She values her gifts and skills and strives to be a positive influence in the lives of her family and the children and families she serves.