Exciting news – we are expanding to Woburn! More information coming soon.
Exciting news – we are expanding to Woburn! More information coming soon.
Experience innovative therapy practices and mental health services combined with quality, personalized care in a welcoming environment.
At OTA, we believe in a brighter future for every client, and it all starts with exceptional care. Our therapy services are at the heart of our mission, offering innovative practices in clinical therapy and mental health services tailored to meet the unique needs of each child, adolescent, and adult we treat. It’s our goal to provide a beacon of hope and support for our families, guiding them through their journeys with compassion, experience, and personalized attention.
Develop, strengthen, and master skills in a supportive, encouraging environment.
Enhance communication skills with professional guidance every step of the way.
Leveraging the latest in therapeutic research and techniques, our team is dedicated to providing cutting-edge care that addresses the full spectrum of developmental, emotional, and behavioral challenges. From speech and occupational therapy to behavioral and mental health support, our services are designed to foster resilience, growth, and well-being.
Understanding that each client is unique, we offer personalized care plans tailored to the individual needs and goals of each child, adolescent, or adult, and their family. Our therapists work closely with families to create supportive, empowering environments both in therapy sessions and at home, ensuring that every client has the opportunity to thrive.
Our clinic is more than just a space for therapy—it's a safe haven where each and every person can feel valued, understood, and supported. Designed with the needs of children and adolescents in mind, our welcoming environment helps to ease anxieties and foster positive, trusting relationships between therapists and families.
For Every Stage of Development: Our services cater to clients at all stages of development, from early childhood through adolescence and adulthood. Whether addressing developmental delays, supporting emotional and social growth, or helping navigate the challenges of adolescence, our team is here to support your journey towards a fulfilling future.
Flexible Service Options: Recognizing the diverse needs of families, we offer flexible service options, including in-clinic sessions and online therapy. Our online therapy services ensure that high-quality care is accessible to all families, regardless of location, making it easier than ever to access the support your family’s needs.
At OTA, we’re committed to nurturing the potential of every client, providing the tools and support they need to overcome challenges and seize opportunities for growth and happiness.
Ready to learn more about how we can support your path to a brighter future? Contact us today to schedule a consultation or visit our clinic to meet our team. Together, we can achieve remarkable outcomes for your family.
See how we’ve helped these people see incredible progress.
My son has been getting speech and occupational therapy from OTA for almost six years, and they've helped him make great progress during that time. He currently sees Chanlynn and Anna who are excellent, but everyone there is very skilled. He has a lot of fun there too as he's learning and growing.
We’ve been part of OTA for several years but most recently worked with Anna R. She’s the best! Engaging, enthusiastic, knowledgeable and has our son’s best interests and growth potential at heart. She continues to work wonders with him and we couldn’t be happier!
My son has been going to Koomar Center for the last 4 years and loves it. He has seen Melissa and Erica and really enjoyed working with both therapist. He is excited to go every week and has an awesome progress. Even during pandemic they have found a way to keep OT going and had done an incredible job engaging via ZOOM. I cannot say enough good things about this place. Between the speech therapist, and the OT department they are literally changing the course of my child’s life for the better. My son loves OTA! He has grown so much and has a great time with Anna R. She keeps things fun, communicates well with parents and helps us work through issues as they arise. We are very thankful to have found OTA! Jake is awesome. He’s a great OT and we have lots of fun. I’ve had Jake as my OT for more than a year and am making lots of progress. We love our therapist Margaret! She is really knowledgeable and helpful. She is kind to my child and works with her at her age appropriate level. The space is really engaging and inventive as well. I’ve never seen anything like it! We love OTA. The therapists are fantastic and the space is beautiful. Our son has been doing speech therapy at OTA for many years (8 of his 12!) and we have nothing but 100% positive things to say. We love OTA. We first learned about it through my son’s school after we noticed he has some difficulties around sensory input and lack of ability to focus. We have been there for almost two years now and I can see a big change in the way he acts at school and at home. I know he will be in good hands going into Kindergarten next year. Our 10 yo loves going to OTA for his therapy appointments. He skips to the building and jumps up when his therapist comes to get him. We’re so grateful for OTA! We have been very satisfied with the speech and OT services at OTA. The therapists are not only highly qualified, they work to build a strong report with my kids and our family. We’ve been very grateful for the staff as well, who respond quickly to book or change appointments. Even though COVID they have provided consistent and responsive service. I have a fun time at OTA and some of my favorite therapists are Diana, Erica, Vannida and Karli. I like them because they make doing speech and OT more fun than the stuff at school. Professional and punctual administrative team and attractive facility. But what makes this place special is the people who work with clients. We've worked with a number of different SLPs and OTs and all have been knowledgeable, empathetic, creative and thoughtful. If you can get on Jennie S's and Emma's schedules, do it! We ADORE Andrea. My son looks forward to his weekly visits with her and has made incredible progress since starting with her. Jennie Schofield has a part of our lives for over 6 years, and has been so helpful to our child and also to us as parents! Great location and facilities, saw exponential growth in our child. He looked forward to each session, nothing but a positive experience. Every visit that I’ve ever had at OTA has been great. Pleasant experience every time. My son loved coming there! JEN is the best. My son typically hates therapies but asks to go every week and is upset when we miss a session. My daughter goes here for her speech therapy and her therapist is amazing. This is referred to as both dysfunction in sensory integration (DSI) and sensory processing disorder (SPD). Sensory processing disorder is currently used more commonly in the context of research, while clinicians often use the term sensory integration dysfunction. See What is SPD? for more information.
Use one of OTA’s “How do I Know?” checklists to determine whether a sensory integration-based evaluation might be useful. Speaking to a therapist certified in sensory integration can also assist you in determining if problems might exist. Go to Getting Started and complete the appropriate intake form to initiate an intake discussion with our clinical intake coordinator.
We do not have verifiable research in this area yet but it appears that there may be a variety of causes, such as genetics, prematurity, birth trauma, exposure to toxins, etc. Our researchers at The Spiral Foundation along with other leading experts in the field are exploring this and many other areas of SI. Can sensory processing disorder be cured? When occupational therapy is provided using a sensory integration framework, the problems can be minimized. The nervous system can be changed, and the ability to process sensation can be improved. Biological research has shown that with therapy, the interference of sensory processing dysfunction with daily life tasks will be greatly minimized.
No, it has not been found that these issues go away with time. However, they can appear to be minimized due to the greater flexibility most adults enjoy in choosing daily activities in comparison to children. Adults can also receive sensory integration intervention, and many report making gains with therapy.
The letters stand for the degree the therapist has earned and whether he or she is registered and licensed. All therapists have to pass an examination in order to become registered. For example, MS, OTR/L means “master of science in occupational therapy, a registered and licensed therapist.” Some therapists have FAOTA after their credentials. This means that they have been asked to be a Fellow of the American Occupational Therapy Association. This distinction is awarded to therapists in recognition of their skill and knowledge, which has resulted in the growth and improvement of occupational therapy.
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