Natalie Zirpel, MS, OTR/L
(Occupational Therapist)
Interest Areas and Certifications: Geriatrics, low vision, physical rehabilitation, stroke rehabilitation. Certification: LSVT
Natalie was born and raised in Parkston, SD. She graduated from South Dakota State University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology, followed by a Master’s of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of South Dakota. Natalie started her career with Prairie Rehabilitation in 2013, shortly after receiving her Master’s degree.
Natalie primarily works with clients in their own homes (including assisted livings) and enjoys helping people reach their goals of staying living safely in their homes/aging in place. Natalie enjoys getting to know each client she works with. She focuses therapy sessions on restoring clients’ abilities to perform tasks of daily living and meaningful tasks. Natalie is a certified LSVT BIG clinician, which is a program developed for people with Parkinson’s Disease.
Outside of work, Natalie enjoys spending time with her husband and their three children. Some hobbies include traveling, staying active, reading, baking, taking photos, and creating digital scrapbooks of the kids.