Alyssa Gold, OTR/L
individualized occupational therapy services
provided to meet each child's needs.
New York City. Hamptons. Westchester.
Does your child struggle with...
Sensory Integration
The process by which information is received through the senses, organized and used to participate in every day activities
Fine Motor Skills
The strength and coordination of the small muscles of the hands and fingers
Handwriting
Formation of letters and efficient pencil grasp
Visual Perceptual Skills
The ability to organize and interpret the information that is seen and give it meaning
Visual Motor Skills
The ability to control hand movements guided by vision (cutting)
Bilateral Coordination
Using both sides of the body together in a controlled, organized manner
Upper Body Strength & Postural Control
Maintaining shoulder, arm and hand strength to control the body's positioning
Self-Help Skills
Skills a child needs to look after themselves independently. Includes dressing, grooming, eating, toileting, feeding and bathing.
Play Skills
Helps to build coordination and strength as well as creativity and social skills. Helps to develop emotional well being and increase a child's ability to explore, problem solve and create.
Attention
Ability to focus
Executive Functioning
A child's coordinated ability to plan, initiate, organize, connect information, transition, shift mindsets, set goals, prioritize, remember, and self-monitor.
Services provided...
Evaluations
Every child will have an evaluation before they will be seen for occupational therapy services. This includes testing, observation and assessments. You will receive a formal recommendation of an individualized treatment plan.
Individualized therapy
Your child will receive individualized therapy based off their goals provided in the formal evaluation. This includes the session, homework as well as specific strategies for families to use to help support your child.
In-Service Trainings for Educators
Will provide educators with strategies and tools to use in the classroom. Variety of approaches to help learners with sensory regulation, fine motor skill, handwriting and more.
Meet the Team
Alyssa Gold, OTR/ L
I have worked in a variety of different settings such as sensory gyms, preschools, private schools, in home therapy, nursing homes and rehab facilities. I work with kids with a variety of diagnosis including ADD, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Developmental Delays, Sensory Processing Disorders, Down Syndrome, genetic disorders and chromosomal abnormalities. I use the Listening Program, Sensory Integration, Handwriting Without Tears, Keyboarding Without Tears along with other treatment modalities.
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My approach to occupational therapy is looking at the child as a whole and determining their underlying difficulties. Using a multi- sensory approach, I individualize therapy to meet each child’s needs. I work closely with your child’s team including teachers, therapists and other outside providers. Parents and families play a key role in therapy to support the child outside of therapy sessions to meet their goals. I empower kids to reach their full potential and make therapy fun and engaging!
Lily Spitalny, OTR/ L
Lily is a pediatric occupational therapist based in NYC who is passionate about providing engaging, child-led, and fun interventions to help children thrive in their daily environments. She earned her master's degree in Occupational Therapy from Columbia University and has experience supporting children with varied developmental needs and learning profiles in school settings, sensory gyms, and in homes. Lily is currently completing the Collaborative for Leadership in Ayres Sensory Integration® (CLASI) certification and has pursued continuing education in topics including primitive reflex integration, sensory processing, and fine motor development. She takes a strengths-based approach and collaborates closely with teachers, caregivers, and other professionals to fully support each child's growth and success. Outside of work, Lily enjoys exploring NYC, trying new restaurants, and spending time with family and friends.​
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Testimonials
Alyssa has been wonderful to work with and has helped my son with his sensory needs. My 4 year old hated getting messy, wearing socks or touching certain textures. Alyssa has helped us immensely with implementing sensory play into his daily life and helping him to overcome these aversions. Our son loves his "play time" with Alyssa and we have learned so much as parents so we can continue helping him throughout the week. We can now play in sandboxes and put our socks and shoes on before leaving the house without a meltdown! We can't recommend OT with Alyssa enough!
Samantha V, parent
Alyssa was great to collaborate with. She worked with one of my students and provided me with strategies on how to best support him in the classroom using a sensory diet. Ever since Alyssa started working with my student, he has made great strides in the classroom and we have seen improvement in his regulation and ability to complete schoolwork.
Caryn G, Public School Social Worker
Definitely work with Alyssa! She has been by my side to help with numerous concerns regarding milestones in the last 12 months. She always comes up with the best strategies and advice to ensure my daughter improves. She is personabable and is always there to answer any question I have. I could not reccommend her more!
Blake G, parent
Our 6 year old daughter has always had difficulty with fine motor tasks and now being in school, we noticed her handwriting was lagging behind her peers. Alyssa has been so helpful in both her direct sessions with our daughter, as well as, providing us with "homework" and activties to work on regularly to help our daughter make as much progress as possible. Her teachers have even commented on how her legibility has improved greatly even after just a few weeks. Alyssa came highly recommended from a friend and now we know why!