Empower Your Child to
Reach Their Full Potential
Nothing is more rewarding than seeing clients
leave my office with smiling faces.
My Mission
My mission is simple: To increase a child’s independence with daily activities in order to give them a meaningful and productive life by providing the utmost courtesy while providing unmatched quality of service and care. Nothing is more rewarding than seeing my clients leave the office with smiling faces.
Child-Centered Approach
Therapy is always tailored to each child’s unique needs, interests, and developmental level.
Developmental Milestones & Functional Skills
I will support every child in achieving developmental milestones and enhancing their functional abilities.
Environment & Adaptation
My process includes modifying the child’s environment and using adaptive strategies to support participation and independence.
Areas of Focus
01
Self-Regulation
With the use of a variety of tools, your child will be coached through difficult situations to provide self-regulation techniques.
02
Sensory Processing
Your child will have fun learning to manage and respond to sensory input, addressing issues like hypersensitivity or sensory-seeking behaviors.
03
Social Skills
Your child will develop social interaction and play skills, which can lead to better communication and social integration to achieve their goals in daily interactions.
04
Motor Proficiency
With fine and gross motor skills, your child will learn coordination tasks within their interests and strengths to achieve optimal daily functional performance.
05
Cognitive & Learning Skills
Your child will be supported in problem-solving, memory, and other cognitive functions necessary for academic success and everyday activities.
06
Handwriting
From the first touch of a pen to the last stroke, your child will learn to improve ease of writing and legibility with skilled techniques.
Parent Testimonials
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Excellent
We were really impressed by the quality of service and care Mary provided for our little one! She is so hands on and truly cares about the success of her kids.
★★★★★
E. W.
Highly Recommended
We have been working with Ms. Mary for a little over a year now. She is an amazing OT! She is compassionate, lively, and patient. She truly sees the best in all of her clients and teaches them all to see it too!
★★★★★
Kelly
So Happy!
Our son was always so happy to see Mary! She was very intentional, playful and educational with him. I can rest knowing my child is in safe hands during therapy!
★★★★★
A. J.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Occupational Therapy?
Pediatric occupational therapy consists of using a combination of skill, art, and
evidence-informed practices to achieve positive, occupation-focused outcomes with children and families.
The skills learned in an session provide greater coordination, cognitive function and social awareness necessary for day-to-day activities.
3. What should I expect during an occupational therapy evaluation?
On day one, you will talk with the
occupational therapist on the phone first to discuss your child and any developmental concerns. If you decide your child
would benefit from an initial appointment, we will coordinate a date and time for your
child to be seen.
6. How can I support my child’s progress at home?
Number one way to support is by being a loving parent – which you already are!
Sometimes you will be advised to play a game or incorporate techniques into your already established routine. However, our sessions are enough to allow your child to initiate activities to promote their learning during the week, so they will not require a homework list of activities to do at home.
2. How do I know if my child needs occupational therapy?
A healthcare provider can identify concerns about a child’s occupational performance, often developmentally.
As a parent(s), you are your child’s Expert. Never doubt your insight, observations, and intuition as a parent. If you have questions, feel free to contact me to discuss your concerns.
4. How long does my child need to be in occupational therapy?
There is not a specified time a child should be in occupational therapy as it is based on the child’s needs and goals. I work in collaboration with parents and children to determine the amount of time that the child is seen for a given session based on many factors.
Sometimes concerns arise later as the child develops, and then the child may need a short-term spark of occupational therapy to assist them with new developmental challenges in which I am happy to provide.
Open communication is vital to success!
7. Will occupational therapy be covered by insurance?
Depending on your insurance
company, the service may be in or out of network. My office accepts Medicaid of Maryland coverage.
Check with your insurance company to determine your benefits. Most insurance
companies list occupational therapy as a covered service, but call to see if pre-
authorization is needed and other details of coverage.
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