Private Pediatric Occupational Therapy in the Greater Boston Area
Pediatric occupational therapy sessions tailored for your child’s unique needs.
My Approach
I approach every private pediatric occupational therapy session with care that is child-centered and play-based. I begin by creating a safe, engaging, and collaborative environment, carefully observing each child’s strengths and interests to build rapport.
Foundation
Each session is individualized, with therapeutic goals such as refining fine motor skills, supporting sensory regulation, or strengthening executive function woven seamlessly into activities that feel like pure, imaginative play for the child.
Goals
I believe in engaging both the child and their family, ensuring that caregivers are active participants who leave each session with practical, achievable strategies to support their child's development and independence in their everyday life.
Family
Practice Areas
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Fine motor skills involve the coordination of small muscle movements in the hands and fingers. From holding a pencil and using scissors to fastening buttons or zipping a jacket, these skills are essential for academic success and daily independence.
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Gross motor skills are the "big movements" that allow children to explore, play, and stay active. By building strong core strength, your child gains the stability and endurance needed to keep up with their peers on the playground and in the classroom.
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Visual-motor integration is the ability to translate what the eyes see into what the hands do. This "eye-hand coordination" is vital for tasks like copying shapes, catching a ball, and organizing work on a page.
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Every child experiences the world differently through their senses. For some, certain sounds, textures, or movements can feel overwhelming or go unnoticed. When children understand and organize these sensory inputs—such as touch, sound, and balance—they can feel regulated and "just right" throughout the day.
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Independence begins with the ability to care for oneself. Often called Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), these skills include feeding, dressing, grooming, and toileting. OT understands how to break down daily routines into manageable steps using specialized techniques and tools that help your child reach “I can do it myself!” milestones and build lifelong self-esteem.
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Emotional regulation is the ability to manage feelings and reactions in a healthy way. I work with children to identify their emotions and develop coping strategies for transitions or challenging moments.
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Sometimes the best way to help a child thrive is to make their surroundings work for them. By meeting the child where they are, environmental changes can be recommended for home, school, or play spaces. Whether it’s offering alternative seating, simplifying a workspace, or using adaptive equipment, the goal is to make daily life easier and more comfortable for your child.
Client Reviews
“Our son loved working with Rachel. She was knowledgeable and communicative throughout, and partnered with us and our school. Our son looked forward to seeing her every week for "Rachel Day". Rachel really understood what our son needed to develop and progress, and he made great strides in his OT journey.”
— Aimee
“We came to Rachel for help with our daughter's hand writing challenges, and she was able to get to the root of the issues, working to strengthen them effectively. Rachel was structured in her approach, firm but gentle, and highly knowledgeable about OT for kids. She was also great with us parents, guiding us on how to support our daughter at home. Most importantly, our daughter loved working with her and was always excited to attend sessions even when they were challenging.”
— Melanie
“Rachel was my first experience with an Occupational Therapist, and she made it easy for both child and parents. My son really loved his sessions with Rachel and made great progress over the months they worked together. I found Rachel to be very communicative and extremely helpful with suggestions of things we could do in school, home, and other therapists to investigate. She went above and beyond when it came to writing evaluations, speaking with other therapists, and helping us to navigate issues. I would highly recommend Rachel as an OT and would be thrilled to work with her again if we had the need.”
— Allison