Tracy Gomes, M.A.
Occupational Therapist/CBT
Tracy joined SLG’s clinical team in June 2023, bringing with her a wealth of experience in clinical leadership, program development, and client relationship management. Her career spans a wide range of healthcare settings, where she has consistently demonstrated a passion for mentoring, clinical development, and fostering meaningful patient outcomes.
Tracy began her journey in rehabilitation in 1999, earning an Associate of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from Lasell College in Newton, Massachusetts. During her studies, she gained clinical experience at Carney Hospital in Boston, where she led occupational therapy groups for adolescents on the mental health unit, focusing on distressed patients in both secure and partial day programs. It was during this time that Tracy developed a deep appreciation for the holistic approach of occupational therapy.
In 2003, Tracy graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts from Bay Path College, an all-women’s institution, where she also served as Resident Director. In this role, she supervised a team of resident assistants and provided support to the 200 students in the residential dormitory. Tracy then went on to earn a Master’s degree in Education with a concentration in Occupational Therapy from Springfield College in 2005.
Throughout her career, Tracy has held key leadership positions, including Director of the Rehabilitation Department at a Visiting Nurse Association and Program Manager at multiple skilled nursing facilities. She is especially passionate about mentoring new therapists, having developed clinical staff, created training programs, and supervised occupational therapy students alongside her primary duties. Tracy has also led the creation of specialized programs, such as an outpatient amputee program, and has provided therapeutic interventions for adolescents with learning disabilities and autism.
In addition to her clinical expertise, Tracy has extensive experience in health plan services, having worked as a preservice coordinator for major insurance providers, including United Health Care, Humana, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. In this capacity, she reviewed medical records for necessity, assessed care levels, and approved authorizations for skilled nursing and rehabilitative services. Tracy’s exceptional customer service in this role earned her recognition from providers for her professionalism and dedication.
Since joining SLG, Tracy has become an integral member of the team, applying her diverse experience in rehabilitation services to support individuals with brain injuries. Her approach emphasizes building long-lasting therapeutic relationships and collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams to deliver comprehensive, individualized care. Tracy's deep knowledge of rehab services and her commitment to brain injury survivors have made her a vital resource across Connecticut.