In person occupational therapy in Cherry Hill and South Jersey for infants and children.
You Don’t Need to Wait Until Something Feels “Serious” To Get Support.
Occupational therapy can help your child thrive during the most important years of development and bring peace of mind to you as a parent.
HAVE YOU NOTICED ANY OF THESE EARLY SIGNS?
Many Parents Struggle With the Same Quiet Worries.
You’re not imagining it. These everyday challenges are more common than you think, and they often have a root cause.
When small things feel like constant battles, your child’s body may be telling you something worth listening to.
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MOVEMENT
Your child's body is still learning how to feel safe and strong.
Some children take longer to roll, sit, crawl, or walk — or they tire quickly, seem floppy, or default to W-sitting.
Early movement patterns shape how your child explores the world and builds confidence.
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SENSORY
Normal daily life feels overwhelming to their nervous system.
Meltdowns over clothing tags. Panic when hands get dirty. Covering ears at sounds no one else notices.
Sensory challenges are real, and they can make simple routines feel like a battle — for both of you.
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FINE MOTOR & DAILY SKILLS
The small struggles that quietly add up to big frustration.
Difficulty grasping toys, using utensils, getting dressed, or eventually writing — these challenges chip away at your child's independence and self-esteem.
Early support makes a meaningful difference.
THERE’S MORE WORTH PAYING ATTENTION TO
These Challenges Don’t Exist In Isolation And None Of Them Are Your Fault.
Some babies struggle with feeding or transitioning to solids. Others have trouble sleeping, following directions, or managing big emotions. These aren't separate problems. They're often connected signs that your child needs support learning how to feel comfortable in their body and successful in daily life.
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FEEDING & ORAL MOTOR
Mealtime shouldn't feel like a battle every single day.
Whether it's bottle or breastfeeding, new textures, or recovering from tongue-tie release, the challenges are real. They can affect your child's growth, comfort, and the bond you're working so hard to build.
Feeding struggles are more common than you think.
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BEHAVIOR & EMOTIONAL REGULATION
Big emotions and rigid routines aren't just "a phase."
When a child struggles to follow directions, cope with transitions, or manage big feelings, it's usually a sign their nervous system needs support.
Not that they're being difficult.
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SLEEP
Exhausted families deserve answers, not just reassurance.
Trouble falling asleep, frequent night waking, or needing a bottle to settle down can all connect back to sensory and developmental regulation. There's often more going on beneath the surface.
Better sleep is possible — for your child and for you.
The struggles you see every day are pointing you somewhere important.
They mean your child is ready for the right kind of support— and so are you.
Hi, I’m Anessa…
I’m a licensed Pediatric Occupational Therapist in New Jersey and a mom who understands how deeply personal it feels to worry about your child’s development.
Becoming a mother changed the way I show up for families.
It strengthened my empathy, sharpened my clinical perspective, and reminded me that parents need guidance and reassurance just as much as children need therapy.
I bring both professional expertise and heartfelt compassion into every session.
My work is rooted in evidence-based, play-driven care, using sensory integration, developmental, behavioral, and strength-based approaches to support each child’s unique needs.
I have experience working with a wide range of developmental, sensory, and feeding challenges, and I believe true progress happens when families feel supported and empowered.
I partner closely with parents so skills carry over into everyday life, not just therapy sessions.
My greatest goal is to help your child feel confident, capable, and successful, while giving you clarity, peace of mind, and grace along the way.
You Don’t Need To Wait.
Occupational Therapy Can Help.
You don't need a diagnosis to get started. You don't need to wait until things feel desperate. You just need to notice that something feels harder than it should.
Occupational therapy helps children succeed in the small things that become big things — getting dressed, sitting at the table, playing with friends, and feeling confident in their own body.
Every child develops differently. Every child deserves support. And every family deserves guidance, not guesswork.
You don't have to keep wondering if this is just a phase. With the right support, your child can feel more comfortable, regulated, and successful — and you can feel calmer too.