THERAPY at RAISE
A Play-Based and Child-Directed Approach
Our OT Process:
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Screening
Complimentary screenings are provided to determine if services are recommended, and to provide a further explanation of our process.
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Evaluation
Where exactly is our client at? What are their specific needs? Standardized and/or informal measurements, treatment plan with measurable goals.
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Treatment
Client centered, engaging and collaborative treatment approach.
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Progress Evaluation
Where is the client at in their targeted goals? Is a new treatment plan recommended?
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Discharge
Parent education and continued success.
Our Focus
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Starting from infancy, we learn about the world around us and how to move our bodies, through our senses (mouthing items, rolling, crawling, pulling up, looking around and much more). This sensory exploration period tells us how our bodies move, feel, where they are in space, hear, and see, and eventually we are able to move our bodies in more complex ways, also known as gross motor and fine motor.
Our sensory system is not only responsible for how we move and use our bodies in space, but also how we regulate emotions, manage sensations, behaviors and cognition (including ability to follow directions, attend, and engage) and our language. The foundation for development of all of these complex systems is our ability to correctly process sensory information
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Mastery and development of fine motor, gross motor and visual motor skills are paramount for independence in our daily living activities. Development in these areas not only help us with tasks such as reading, writing, playing, dressing, feeding, grooming, and moving through space, but also provide us with a sense of accomplishment and self-esteem.
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We all feel emotions as human beings and some emotions are more difficult to manage than others. Our emotions, behaviors and sensory system are all closely tied together, and it is important to understand how in many situations these influence each other.
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Our executive function and social skills are fundamental for engaging with the world around us. This includes critical thinking, decision making, memory, adaptability, being a part of a team, making friends, interpreting social cues, play, and overall social cognition.
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Our ADL (Activities of Daily Living) and IADLs (Instrumental Activities of Daily Living) are activities that we need or want to do. ADL’s often develop at a very young age and include areas such as self care, dressing, hygiene, grooming, self-help, feeding, and toileting. IADL’s are more complex and include areas such as leisure activities, meal preparation, reading, writing, and household chores.
Peek at Pricing
Therapy Sessions
45 minutes: $75
60 minute group sessions: $350/6 sessions
OT Evaluations
$300
Includes testing administration, scoring, written reports, and parent conferences.
Additional Parent Conference: $165/ hr
IEP Meetings & School Vists
Hourly Rate: $150
Travel Time: TBD
Cancellation Fees:
Late Fee: Cancelling without 24 hr notice: $35
No Show: 100% of fee
Meet the Team
Amanda Rothbart
Owner, Director
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Before creating Raise Playspace, I was an educator with a degree in Early Childhood and 12 years of teaching experience. Working in public schools and nonprofit early intervention centers I understood the importance of support for both children and their families. After leaving the classroom to raise my children, I quickly realized the resources and support I was seeking were few and far between. I set out to make a place for children to learn through play and for parents to catch their breath and know they are not alone. By connecting with eachother and our children we can feel more grounded, empowered, and supported. My hope is that Raise feels like home and a breath of fresh air and I can’t wait to meet you there.
Chelsey Pellerin
MS, OTR/L
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After years of working in medical model and school based therapy settings, I quit my professional occupational therapy career to raise my two daughters. Based on my own journey through motherhood, I came to the realization that the southern Maine community could benefit from family centered, educational, play based support. Understanding that my own knowledge and professional background as a pediatric OT has proven to be invaluable when raising my own children, I leaned into my expertise in infant and toddler development to create a curriculum of classes for families within this community. Since Raise has opened its doors, I’ve supported and educated newborn, baby and toddler families through my developmental, sensory and play based classes. I am passionate about establishing a new approach to therapy and thrilled to be apart of the team to continue to support, play and develop Maine families here at Raise.
Brina Feigenbaum
OTR/L
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Hi my name is Brina! I am an Occupational Therapist, a Sensory-Seeker, and a mom!
I began my OT career working with people of all ages and abilities in the world of adaptive sports and recreation. With my focus being centered around the participation of play, this is where I became most passionate for working with kids. I love the action and imagination it takes to collaborate with littles and the creativity it brings out in myself.
Some of my most meaningful activities are baking, reading a good mystery, taking trail walks, and teaching my toddler to out-ski her parents.
My favorite aspect of this profession is helping people get to engage in the things that mean the most to them - I am excited to learn what that looks like for kiddos at Raise
Jordyn Alvarez
OTR/L
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Hi my name is Jordyn, I am an Occupational Therapist. I chose to get into this profession after working as an in home support for a child with Autism while obtaining my degree at UNE. This experience helped shape who I am today personally and professionally. My background and years of experience have provided me with an array of skills, tools, and strategies to help parents, caregivers, and teachers maximize success around growth and development of a child. Having a knowledge base around sensory integration allows me to help children improve postural, sensory, and motor development! I also enjoy working on fine motor development, sensory processing, and life skill activities. I live in Scarborough with my husband, two young children, dog, and nine chickens! I coach Unified Basketball locally and love to spend time outdoors or at the beach- and always reading a good book! I can’t wait to meet you!