Joyful Connections

Pediatric Occupational Therapy

Royersford
610-850-5938
kerri@joyfulconnectionsfamily.com

Connect:

Ages We Work With:

1-21 Years Old

Price Range:

Varies Based on Service

Payments Accepted:

Private Pay Sliding Scale

Meeting Clients:

Virtually, In-Home (Within a 15 mile radius of Royersford, PA; beyond that radius a travel fee of $.70 per mile is added)

Waitlist:

No

I am the mother of two neurodivergent children and am devoted to using neurodiversity-affirming interventions. My approach is holistic, individualized, and sensitive to the unique differences of every child and family. I provide occupational therapy services in home and community settings with an emphasis on parent coaching and sensory-based strategies.

With over 25 years of experience working in pediatrics, I have advanced expertise in the evaluation and treatment of sensory processing and sensory integration, neuromuscular differences, and play-based therapeutic approaches.

OT services are provided in-person or virtually to address those daily activities that are challenging for the child and family, including but not limited to daily dressing and hygiene routines, self-regulation and behaviors, motor and coordination difficulties, picky eating, complex toileting issues, participation in social and community outings, challenges with organization, learning and school performance, and communication differences.

Kerri Carpenter, MSOT, OTR/L

Licensed Occupational Therapist & Owner

Experienced with:

*Comprehensive Occupational Therapy Evaluation
*Occupational Therapy Treatment
*Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
*ADHD
*Sensory Differences
*Developmental Coordination Disorder (DSD)
*Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
*Encopresis 

Testimonials

"Kerri has been a fantastic resource over the past several years. My 8-year-old son has autism, ADHD, and sensory processing disorder. Kerri has always been, and still is, willing to listen and provide practical suggestions on how to help my son. Conversation with her flows effortlessly as she truly "gets it". She sincerely cares plus has the background and experience to support others. Not only is Kerri an amazing occupational therapist but she has a passion for continual learning on best practices and helping families as she is pursuing her master's degree at Thomas Jefferson University. I highly recommend working with Kerri and Joyful Connections!" - N. M.

"Kerri has provided an incredible experience for my children with Autism. She is extremely knowledgeable and has a plethora of information to share and implement. She applies all of her knowledge base into her work and it can be seen with the success of the children. She individualizes to the child’s needs and the family’s needs as well. Kerri takes the time to build positive relationships and rapport with the children she works with and their families. She provides incredibly helpful techniques and strategies that are research based and effective. Kerri shows ingenuity in order to help even the more challenging needs of children. Not only does she help on the ground by modeling and guidance with the child; but she is sure to help the adult working with the child to understand how to carry out the strategies in order to ensure long lasting effects. It has been an incredible opportunity to have worked with her and I give my greatest recommendation to any future families." - D. A.