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Occupational Therapy Providers in New York
Sensory Squad (Alicia — in‑home pediatric OT)
📍 In‑home and telehealth practice (services listed for NYC)
Kinetic Kids Occupational Therapy, PLLC
📍 Outpatient practice / sensory gym (address on site)
TLC Kids Therapy NYC — Harlem outreach (same practice but services in Harlem)
📍 Harlem / NYC service area (in‑home/clinic as scheduled)
📍 New York, NY (program listings)
📍 209 East 66th
Jumping Jax NYC (speech & OT collaborator)
📍 Primarily private practice / in‑home & clinic (addresses on site for NYC services)
📍 Upper East Side (sensory gym)
📍 535 East 70th Street
📍 535 East 70th Street
Manhattan East Associates - Occupational Therapy
📍 Manhattan East Associates (NYC)
What to Look For in Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapists help children with autism develop fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-care abilities, and the skills needed for daily activities like eating, dressing, and handwriting.
- ✓Sensory integration training
- ✓Experience with autism spectrum disorders
- ✓Sensory gym or appropriate equipment
- ✓Home program recommendations
- ✓Collaboration with school and other therapists
Insurance: Most health insurance covers occupational therapy. Schools provide OT through IEPs. Regional Centers may fund OT for eligible children.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does my child need OT if they're already in ABA?▾
Can OT help with picky eating?▾
Your Regional Office
Metro, Brooklyn, Staten Island & Bernard Fineson DDRO
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📍 75 Morton Street, New York, NY 10014, New York 10014
🕐 Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (General Office Hours - confirm with office directly)
Individuals with developmental disabilities who are residents of New York State and meet specific diagnostic criteria are eligible for services.
New York Resources
Key Laws
Autism Insurance Reform Act
Requires health insurance to cover autism diagnosis and treatment including ABA therapy.
Timothy's Law
Mental health parity law ensuring coverage for behavioral health conditions.
Funding Sources
OPWDD (Office for People With Developmental Disabilities)
New York's state agency providing services through DDROs (Developmental Disabilities Regional Offices).
Medicaid Waiver
HCBS waiver provides home and community-based services.
Private Insurance
ABA coverage mandated. Contact your insurer for specifics.
School District (CPSE/CSE)
Services through Committee on Preschool Special Education (ages 3-5) and Committee on Special Education (5+).
Early Intervention (EIP)
Free services for children 0-3 through county health departments.