Hi, I'm Danielle

I'm a registered pediatric occupational therapist with over 25 years of experience. I work with children of all ages to help improve handwriting, fine motor skills, sensory integration, motor coordination and planning (praxis), and visual perception.

I hold a Masters in Occupational Therapy from Tufts University and received Advanced Certification in the treatment of Sensory Processing Disorder from the University of Southern California. I'm also certified in the Sensory Integration and Praxis Test (SIPT), an in-depth evaluation tool used to assess tactile discrimination, balance and coordination, vestibular processing, and a child's overall ability to plan novel movements.

My clinic incorporates suspended equipment when appropriate to support muscle strength, balance, coordination, attention, and sensory-related behavioral challenges. I've completed extensive coursework in handwriting methods including the neurokinesthetics of handwriting — a powerful tool for children with fine motor and writing difficulties.

I provide one-on-one treatment to ensure an optimal learning environment, and I always tailor plans to a child's daily "occupations": schoolwork, play, and becoming more independent in age-appropriate tasks.