I grew up in Washington Township, NJ. When I determined my love for occupational therapy, I was more than excited to start my journey. I am a nationally board-certified PA and NJ licensed occupational therapist. In addition to WCT, I am a school-based occupational therapist in a specialized educational setting. I graduated with my Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University. I was awarded Inquisitive Practitioner by my Jefferson OT faculty and peers, which I strive to continue exhibiting daily through research of evidenced-based approaches. I have a range of clinical experience with pediatric and adult populations in school-based, outpatient, mental health, and neurorehabilitation settings. 

Throughout my journey of becoming an OT, I quickly found my love for working with the pediatric population. Not only do I get to support kids of all ages in reaching their full occupational potential, but I have so much fun getting to know their strengths, interests, and stories! I am particularly passionate about sensory integration techniques, fine motor interventions, emotional regulation strategies, and executive functioning supports to help increase performance across daily routines. My favorite part about being an OT is getting the opportunity to create individualized, motivating treatment plans that match each child's just right challenge and specific needs.

In my free time, I enjoy going to the beach, trying new coffee shops, spending time with family/ friends, taking my dog for walks, and baking. I am so excited to meet you and to work with your kiddos!

Emily P. MS, OTR/L

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