Occupational Therapy for Infants and Children

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Supporting early childhood development for kids in Middlesex County, NJ

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“Helping kids grow by nurturing learning, creativity, independence, and well-being.”

Little Bean Pediatric OT delivers exceptional, evidence-based occupational therapy services for children of all abilities, from birth to five years of age. Our goal is to ensure they succeed in their daily lives, whether at home, school, daycare, or in their community. We are dedicated to empowering both children and families through personalized care and support.

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Welcome to Little Bean Occupational Therapy

Little Bean Pediatric OT is a mobile practice serving families in Middlesex County, NJ. We believe in the power of movement and play to help children learn and grow, and we customize our approach to meet each child's unique needs. Our goal is to provide meaningful support that makes a real difference for your child. Let us be a part of your child's journey to success!

We help parents and children access the tools their kids need to thrive in all aspects of life.

Evaluations

The main goal of an evaluation is to get a complete picture of your child’s abilities and needs so that we can work with you to create a plan that supports your child’s routines and interests.

Private OT

We help your child become independent and successful in performing these routines, which are important for their growth and happiness. This support takes into account both the physical and emotional sides of your child's wellness.

Consultation clinics

Consultations provide you with guidance on a specific issue or challenge. It allows you or other team members to gather information, explore options, and make informed decisions based on the insights and recommendations shared by us.

Meet Krista!

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I started Little Bean Pediatric OT to offer nurturing, hands-on therapy tailored for little ones and their families, ensuring a smooth and supported journey from infancy through the preschool years.

I am dedicated to providing therapy that embraces neurodiversity and focuses on each child's strengths. I love working with families to help them reach their goals! I am passionate about engaging with children through their desires to build connections and create meaningful experiences that last a lifetime!

Kind Words

  • “Working with Krista has helped ease a tremendous amount of pressure in learning to navigate our son’s autism diagnosis. Her patience and kindness is endless as she really took her time getting to know us and our son, easily gaining his trust and tailoring his therapy to what would work best for him. She not only gave him the tools he needed to progress, but also gave us the tools to help him succeed at home too. Her wide knowledge of therapies allowed her to work cohesively with our son’s other therapists, giving him the most wonderful support system.” 

    - Sara S.

  • "Ms. Krista began working with my son at the age of 2.5. At the time she met me, she immediately put me at ease. I was a very scared first-time mom who never had experience with OT or any of the services provided. She evaluated my son’s needs and worked with him weekly for 6 months. She helped build his trust in her, and confidence in himself, as well as gave me great tools to practice with him while she was away. We miss her dearly everyday and even with her busy schedule she still reaches out to check up on him! (He's 4 now) Our family is blessed to have her in our lives and we highly recommend her and her services for children of all ages."

    - Brittani H.

  • “Krista is an amazing occupational therapist. She was so patient and kind with my son, and she really helped him develop his fine motor skills and patience. He’s now able to do things like focused play with toys and clean up after himself, which is a huge accomplishment. I highly recommend her!”

    - Mike G.

"Play is our brain’s favorite way of learning.”

~ Diane Ackerman

It’s easy to get started with

Little Bean OT!

Our team travels to convenient locations for you, whether it’s your home, your child's daycare, a local library or play space, or your nearest grocery or department store! We proudly serve areas in Middlesex County, NJ including East Brunswick, Spotswood, Monroe, Jamesburg, Helmetta, Old Bridge, South River, Sayreville, and North Brunswick.

Follow our step-by-step process below to begin!

Step One: Screening Call

We'll start by having a conversation with you to gather information about your child's developmental history, strengths, and areas of concern.

Step Two: Evaluation

We will spend time getting to know your child by observing how they interact and play in different environments. We’ll also use some fun activities and games to see how they handle certain tasks. In addition, we will use some well-tested tools to help us understand particular skills they may need help with. This helps us get a full picture of their strengths and areas where they can grow.

Step Three: Let’s Play!

We always begin by engaging your child in fun, child-directed exploratory play to build a strong connection. We also provide guidance and support to parents and caregivers so you can continue to support your child's development at home. The main goal is to create a supportive environment where your child feels safe and motivated to discover new things and flourish.

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Insurance & Billing

Little Bean OT believes in giving your child our very best! To achieve these high quality standards we are out of network with all insurance companies and accept private pay only. We are happy to provide you with a superbill upon request for reimbursement.

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