Dilly Dally Occupational Therapy
Lauren McCarthy OT, PLLC

Helping neurodivergent preschool/school-aged children, teens, and adults thrive in everyday life

Lauren McCarthy, occupational therapist
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What if it's ok to dilly dally?

I'm Lauren, a licensed occupational therapist based in Brooklyn, NY, with over 8 years of experience. I believe that when we meet people where they are, reduce unnecessary demands, and prioritize what is most meaningful, incredible progress follows. Sometimes slowing down is what moves us forward!

Services

I come to you!

I offer:

  • In-home or in-school pediatric occupational therapy services
  • Remote/telehealth pediatric and adult occupational therapy services
  • Parent coaching/parent consultation

My Approach

I strive to help adults and children alike better understand themselves and to help parents to better understand their children.

For pediatric clients, I prioritize active parent involvement and collaboration, to support improved carry-over and to empower parents to best help their child succeed.

Specialized training and approaches I utilize in therapy sessions include:

  • Ayres Sensory Integration Theory (CLASI)
  • The Learn Play Thrive Approach to Autism
  • Kelly Mahler: The Interoception Curriculum
  • DBT-ST for adults with ADHD
  • SOS Approach to Feeding
  • AEIOU Approach to Feeding
  • Polyvagal Theory/Neuroception
  • Greg Santucci's Collaborative Problem Solving

I am actively enrolled in the DIR® Foundations Certificate Program (DIR Certificate Level 1) and working toward completion of the program.

Support Areas

  • ADHD
  • Autism
  • PDA (pervasive drive for autonomy)
  • Sensory processing differences
  • Dyspraxia
  • Fine motor development
  • Executive functioning
  • Daily living skills including transitions and routines
  • Emotional regulation and co-regulation
  • Sensory-based feeding challenges

Locations

In-person sessions are available in Williamsburg, Bushwick, Ridgewood, Greenpoint, Clinton Hill and other select boroughs of Brooklyn and Manhattan.

Remote sessions are available for children/families, teens, and adults across NY state.

Payment

I am an out-of-network provider. I accept HSA and FSA funds. Superbills are provided for all sessions and may be submitted to your insurance company for potential out-of-network reimbursement, based on your individual plan benefits.

Contact

Schedule a free 15 minute consultation!

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