Occupational Therapy in Brooklyn, NY

Last updated: April 17, 2026

159 NPI-registered pediatric occupational therapy providers serve Brooklyn, NY. Each listing includes the provider's name, location, specialties, listed credentials, and current new-patient status, with a link to the full profile and to verify the provider in the official NBCOT registry. Listings refreshed from the NPPES registry April 2026.

159 providers in Brooklyn — showing 50 per page (page 2 of 4)

How we vet: Every listing starts from the provider's federal CMS NPI record and is refreshed from the registry on a recurring schedule, with direct links to the certification or state-licensing body for its specialty so you can verify credentials at the source. We do not accept paid placement. Read our full verification methodology.

Occupational Therapy in Brooklyn, NY

Pediatric occupational therapy in Brooklyn helps children build the practical skills that aren't clicking yet — pencil grip and handwriting, dressing and self-care, sensory regulation in a loud and crowded city environment, and the focus to make it through a school day. Many Brooklyn parents arrive after a teacher flags handwriting or attention, after a pattern of sensory meltdowns on the subway or in the classroom, or alongside an autism or ADHD evaluation.

FindKidTherapy lists NPI-registered pediatric occupational therapists (many credentialed OTR/L) across the borough, including clinics in Brooklyn Heights, Park Slope, Borough Park, and Flatbush, plus hospital-affiliated programs through NYU Langone Brooklyn and Maimonides. With deep supply, Brooklyn families usually have real choice — some clinics run full sensory gyms, others focus on fine-motor and school readiness or partner with feeding therapy. Space is at a premium in NYC, so a clinic's setup is worth asking about.

A typical path is a 60–90 minute evaluation followed by weekly sessions, with home activities to carry progress into daily routines. Many Brooklyn families coordinate OT with speech therapy.

For children under three, New York's Early Intervention Program can deliver OT in your home while you wait.

Below are the occupational therapy providers currently active in Brooklyn.

What to expect

The evaluation covers fine motor, visual-motor integration, sensory processing, self-care, and play; you'll get a written plan with goals, and treatment starts at the next visit. A sensory gym with swings and climbing equipment is normal and therapeutic. Ask whether the therapist is a licensed, registered occupational therapist (OTR/L).

Insurance

New York Medicaid covers medically necessary OT for children, delivered through Medicaid Managed Care plans (Fidelis Care, Healthfirst, MetroPlusHealth, EmblemHealth, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan). Commercial plans (Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Empire BlueCross) typically need prior authorization and may cap annual visits — check yours.

Typical wait times (reported, 2026)

Solo practice 2–5 weeks · mid-sized clinics 4–8 weeks · hospital-affiliated 8–12 weeks.

Start sooner if under 3

New York State Early Intervention Program (EIP) via the NYC Department of Health — OT often in-home, under an IFSP, at no cost.

Frequently asked questions — Occupational Therapy in Brooklyn, NY

What does pediatric occupational therapy help with?

Pediatric OT helps with fine motor skills (handwriting, cutting, buttons), sensory processing, self-care and daily-living skills, and the regulation needed to participate at school. Brooklyn families often pursue OT after a teacher flags handwriting or attention, after sensory difficulties in busy environments, or alongside an autism or ADHD evaluation.

Does New York Medicaid cover occupational therapy in Brooklyn?

Yes. New York Medicaid covers medically necessary OT for children, delivered through Medicaid Managed Care plans such as Fidelis Care, Healthfirst, MetroPlusHealth, and UnitedHealthcare Community Plan. Prior authorization is typically required after the evaluation. Confirm the practice is in-network with your plan before scheduling.

What's the difference between occupational therapy and physical therapy for kids?

Physical therapy targets gross motor skills — walking, balance, strength, coordination. Occupational therapy targets fine motor and functional daily skills, sensory processing, and self-care. Some children see both. If you're unsure which your child needs, an OT or PT evaluation can point you in the right direction.

How long is the wait for a pediatric OT evaluation in Brooklyn?

Solo practices in Brooklyn typically start in 2–5 weeks, mid-sized clinics in 4–8 weeks, and hospital-affiliated programs in 8–12 weeks. Children under three can often begin sooner through New York's Early Intervention Program, which delivers OT in the home.

Why does my child's OT use swings and climbing equipment?

A sensory gym with swings, ball pits, and climbing equipment is standard pediatric OT. Movement-based activities help children with sensory processing and motor planning, and play is the natural way children build these skills. It looks like fun because engagement is part of how OT works.

Can OT help with my child's handwriting specifically?

Yes. Handwriting difficulty is one of the most common reasons children are referred to OT. The therapist assesses grip, hand strength, visual-motor skills, and posture, then works on the underlying skills rather than drilling letters. Many Brooklyn OTs offer school-readiness and handwriting-focused programs.

Other Therapy Types in Brooklyn

Speech Therapy Physical Therapy ABA Therapy Feeding Therapy Sensory Integration

50 OT Therapists in Brooklyn

Gianna Alessandro, MOT

Brooklyn, NY

Occupational Therapy in Brooklyn, NY

Occupational Therapy in Brooklyn, NY

Frequently asked questions — Occupational Therapy in Brooklyn, NY

Other Therapy Types in Brooklyn

50 OT Therapists in Brooklyn

Gianna Alessandro, MOT

Gishmah Benyamin, OTR/L

Gladys Bayles-Panes, OT

Grace Allas

Halima Akter, OTR/L

Hana Abdelrasoul, OTR

Heather Anderson, OTR

Heidi Aaronson, OTR/L

Husam Ahmed, COTA

Inga Balanovsky, OTR/L

Irina Belyanskaya, OTR/L

Janine Ashby, OTD, MS, OTR/L

Jesse Abramson, OTR/L

Jessica Baez, OTR/L

Jessica Battaglia, M.S., OTR/L

Jessica Berryessa, OTR/L

Joann Beyan

Joanne Beyar, MA OTR/L

Joelle Atkinson, MS, OTR/L

Josephine Arena

Julia Bahutski, OTR/L

Julia Barbian

Julie Alexis, OT

Juliet Barnes, O.T

Katherine Blackwood

Kathrine Bard

Kayla Bach, OTR/L

Kimberly Bishop, OTR/L

Kristina Argiro, OTR/L

Kristina Berman

Lea Ballabon

Lena Agyeman, OTR

Leslie Bell, OTR,CHT

Linda Block

Lindsay Andretta, OTR/L

Madeha Ayub

Magalie Adrien, Occupational Therapi

Marissa Aquino, OTR/L

Marissa Blando, MS OTR/L

Marjorie Avitus, OTR

Marveline Bazelais, OTR

Matthew Balilo, OTR/L

Maxcita Alvarez, OTR, CHT

Megan Abdelnour, OTR/L, MS

Melissa Bauer-Bilus, OTR/L

Melissa Berger, OTR/L

Michael Argiro, MS, OTR/L, CHT

Michelle Akshlomo, MS, OTR/L

Miriam Berkowitz, OT

Miriam Birnbaum, OTR

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