Apple Blossom

Apple Blossom

Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy

347-210-2963

347-210-2963

CONTACT

CONTACT

Locations

Locations


We are here to help you
find balance

We are here to help you find balance

Our therapy services are for kids of all ages, from newborns to school-goers. Our mission is to improve the lives of children and individuals with disabilities through proven therapy methods.

Therapist Joseph Homer Inoferio working with a patient
Therapist Joseph Homer Inoferio working with a patient
Therapist Joseph Homer Inoferio working with a patient

What is Pediatric
occupational therapy 

What is Pediatric occupational therapy 

Pediatric Occupational therapy is a branch of health care that helps children who have sensory motor, fine motor/ visual perceptual, cognitive and developmental  problems. Pediatric Occupational Therapists use play, sensory integration and other techniques to help children improve their skills so they can cope with school, in social settings and at home. 

What we do

At the Sensory Studio we provide private pay services which can be reimbursed by your insurance. We are considered out of network provider. 

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Treatments

We provide individual treatment sessions to children who presents with difficulty in fine motor, sensory motor self help skills at the sensory gym and at home. Delays in development of fine motor/ sensory motor skills affect their participation in school activities and may have social challenges and challenges at home. We provide tailored sessions to children’s needs. We collaborate with families and schools to provide positive experiences and growth in child. 

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Evaluations

We offer Occupational Therapy Evaluations to children with  age group 4 month to 10 years. We use standardized tests. 

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DOE Schools

We have contracts with NYC DOE schools and we provide Occupational Therapy services to the children as mandated on IEP in the school setting.

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School Consult

We provide school consultations so that modifications can be provided to child to provide environment which will facilitate learning in school.

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Lego Social Group

*Available only in Manhattan Location

We offer Lego social group to children age group 5-7 on Fridays at 3:15 to 4:00PM. We have used Legos extensively in our sessions and have noticed significant changes in our clients from developing fine motor skills, visual perceptual skills to play and regulation. This group is for children 4 -7 years old and we accept 3-4 students in the group. We use social component in this group and work on building theme based sessions. 

Contact vaishali@appleblossomtherapy.com for more details.

*Available only in Manhattan Location

We offer Lego social group to children age group 5-7 on Fridays at 3:15 to 4:00PM. We have used Legos extensively in our sessions and have noticed significant changes in our clients from developing fine motor skills, visual perceptual skills to play and regulation. This group is for children 4 -7 years old and we accept 3-4 students in the group. We use social component in this group and work on building theme based sessions. 

Contact vaishali@appleblossomtherapy.com for more details.

*Available only in Manhattan Location

We offer Lego social group to children age group 5-7 on Fridays at 3:15 to 4:00PM. We have used Legos extensively in our sessions and have noticed significant changes in our clients from developing fine motor skills, visual perceptual skills to play and regulation. This group is for children 4 -7 years old and we accept 3-4 students in the group. We use social component in this group and work on building theme based sessions. 

Contact vaishali@appleblossomtherapy.com for more details.

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Testimonials

My child started occupational therapy with Apple Blossom when he was 3 and over the two years we worked with them, he made tremendous progress in fine motor skills, executive functioning, motor planning, and much more. Absolutely amazing therapists there and a great sensory gym. My son enjoyed every OT session while learning the skills he needed. I whole heartedly recommend Vaishali and her team!

Sally

Who We Are

Pediatric Occupational therapy is a branch of health care that helps children who have sensory motor, fine motor/ visual perceptual, cognitive and developmental  problems. Pediatric Occupational Therapists use play, sensory integration and other techniques to help children improve their skills so they can cope with school, in social settings and at home. 

Our Team

Vaishali Khandare

Vaishali Khandare

Vaishali is the owner of Apple Blossom OT.


She graduated in 1994 with Bachelors degree in Occupational Therapy from Mumbai India. Pursued post professional masters degree in Occupational Therapy from NYU in 2005. She has been working with pediatric population since 2001. 


Certified in SIPT training and other therapeutic modalities like therapeutic listening and handwriting without tears completed Star Certification level 1.

Vaishali is the owner of Apple Blossom OT.


She graduated in 1994 with Bachelors degree in Occupational Therapy from Mumbai India. Pursued post professional masters degree in Occupational Therapy from NYU in 2005. She has been working with pediatric population since 2001. 


Certified in SIPT training and other therapeutic modalities like therapeutic listening and handwriting without tears completed Star Certification level 1.

Vaishali is the owner of Apple Blossom OT.


She graduated in 1994 with Bachelors degree in Occupational Therapy from Mumbai India. Pursued post professional masters degree in Occupational Therapy from NYU in 2005. She has been working with pediatric population since 2001. 


Certified in SIPT training and other therapeutic modalities like therapeutic listening and handwriting without tears completed Star Certification level 1.

Joseph Homer Inoferio

Joseph is an occupational therapist who specializes in early childhood development and parent-child, family mental health.


He is trained in the DIR-Floortime approach and was a fellow of the prestigious UC Davis - Napa Parent-Infant/Child Mental Health Fellowship Program. He values meaning, fun and connection during his sessions and his work with kids.


On his free time, Joseph likes to bake, cook, take pictures, and play video games.  

Joseph is an occupational therapist who specializes in early childhood development and parent-child, family mental health.


He is trained in the DIR-Floortime approach and was a fellow of the prestigious UC Davis - Napa Parent-Infant/Child Mental Health Fellowship Program. He values meaning, fun and connection during his sessions and his work with kids.


On his free time, Joseph likes to bake, cook, take pictures, and play video games.  

Joseph is an occupational therapist who specializes in early childhood development and parent-child, family mental health.


He is trained in the DIR-Floortime approach and was a fellow of the prestigious UC Davis - Napa Parent-Infant/Child Mental Health Fellowship Program. He values meaning, fun and connection during his sessions and his work with kids.


On his free time, Joseph likes to bake, cook, take pictures, and play video games.  

Joseph Homer Inoferio
Fatima Uddin

Fatima Uddin 

Fatima joined the Apple Blossom team in 2019, where she works primarily as a school-based occupational therapist, as well as a supervisor for school-based therapists on the team. She earned her Bachelor's in Health Science from Boston University and her Master's in Occupational Therapy from Long Island University.


Fatima has worked with children of all ages (preschool to high school) in schools and through home-based care. She has experience in working with children facing challenges in fine motor and visual motor skills, as well as self-care and sensory regulation. She has additional training in the Size Matters and Handwriting Without Tears programs. Committed to fostering growth and development, she aims to create meaningful and impactful interventions that promote independence and well-being.


As a member of the Apple Blossom team, Fatima is excited to contribute to the collective mission of nurturing the potential in every individual served.

Fatima joined the Apple Blossom team in 2019, where she works primarily as a school-based occupational therapist, as well as a supervisor for school-based therapists on the team. She earned her Bachelor's in Health Science from Boston University and her Master's in Occupational Therapy from Long Island University.


Fatima has worked with children of all ages (preschool to high school) in schools and through home-based care. She has experience in working with children facing challenges in fine motor and visual motor skills, as well as self-care and sensory regulation. She has additional training in the Size Matters and Handwriting Without Tears programs. Committed to fostering growth and development, she aims to create meaningful and impactful interventions that promote independence and well-being.


As a member of the Apple Blossom team, Fatima is excited to contribute to the collective mission of nurturing the potential in every individual served.

Fatima joined the Apple Blossom team in 2019, where she works primarily as a school-based occupational therapist, as well as a supervisor for school-based therapists on the team. She earned her Bachelor's in Health Science from Boston University and her Master's in Occupational Therapy from Long Island University.


Fatima has worked with children of all ages (preschool to high school) in schools and through home-based care. She has experience in working with children facing challenges in fine motor and visual motor skills, as well as self-care and sensory regulation. She has additional training in the Size Matters and Handwriting Without Tears programs. Committed to fostering growth and development, she aims to create meaningful and impactful interventions that promote independence and well-being.


As a member of the Apple Blossom team, Fatima is excited to contribute to the collective mission of nurturing the potential in every individual served.

Our Locations

Apple Blossom Occupational Theraphy Upper East Site Location

Upper East Side, New York

Address:

1751 Second Avenue, Unit 102

New York, New York 10128

Phone:

347-210-2963

Hours:

Monday–Friday: 8:30 AM–6:30 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM–3:30 PM

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Apple Blossom Occupational Theraphy Ardsley Location

Ardsley, New York

Address:

633 Sawmill River Road

Ardsley, New York 10052

Phone:

347-210-2963

Hours:

Monday: 8:30 AM–6:30 PM

Thursday: 8:30 AM–6:30 PM

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© 2023 Apple Blossom Occupational Therapy

© 2023 Apple Blossom Occupational Therapy

347-210-2963

347-210-2963

vaishali@appleblossomtherapy.com

vaishali@appleblossomtherapy.com

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