Address: 612 Corporate Way, Suite 3M | Valley Cottage, NY 10989
Rating: 5.00 (2 reviews)
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Ages Served: Children
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About Giant Leaps Occupational Therapy, PC
Our mission at Giant Leaps Occupational Therapy is to help children develop their fullest potential for the tasks and roles of childhood. These tasks include playing, learning and acquiring self-care skills, as well as executing roles such as student, friend, sibling, and daughter or son. To meet each child’s area of need, we employ a variety of strategies, and the unique interests of the child guide the intervention. Often, the child is involved in designing goals and charting progress. Parents and caregivers are also integral to the process. We collaborate with families to create strategies that enhance daily routines and to design home activities that will accelerate their child’s progress. We help develop compensatory strategies and environmental accommodations needed to additionally enhance the child’s everyday functional performance. We also collaborate with other professionals on the child’s team, including teachers and school therapists.
Giant Leaps was the perfect place for my son. The attention care and experience Tammy and Alexis brought cannot be matched. They tailored everything to...
Jessica M.
January 6, 2025
yelp review
Every inch of this space is a thought out therapeutic tool. Im amazed by the equipment and therapeutic approaches used. And more importantly Im so...
RizenAngel L.
November 6, 2019
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are a few alternative options to consider:
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT): CBT helps by identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It's useful for those dealing with social anxiety or difficulties. CBT addresses cognitive patterns and provides strategies to manage social challenges.
Group therapy: Group therapy offers a supportive space where individuals can practice social skills. They can feedback from peers and a therapist. It allows interaction with others who understand and learn from each other.
Play-based interventions: Play therapy or play-based interventions work well for younger children or those who learn through experiences. Play activities target specific social skills like turn-taking and problem-solving in a safe and engaging setting.
The occupational therapy process includes an OT evaluation before care starts. Here are the four steps your family can expect when starting occupational therapy:
Complete OT evaluation. An occupational therapist first identifies your strengths and needs through a thorough OT evaluation, also known as an OT assessment or screening. You’ll answer questions about you your skills, and you will most likely demonstrate these skills via hands-on activities with the therapist. Evaluations can last 30 minutes to a couple hours.
Approve OT plan. The therapist develops a care plan with individualized goals and customized interventions based on your needs. You can also share any specific goals or concerns before approving the OT plan.
Start therapy sessions. The therapist works directly with you, using various strategies and exercises to systematically improve areas of limitations and to build upon your strengths. If there are others part of your care team, the therapist may teach strategies for supporting your individualized needs at home and may recommend tools and techniques to use at home, in the community, or in the classroom to help you thrive.
Monitor your progress. You can expect ongoing progress monitoring and communication to ensure you're achieving your short and long-term goals.
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