Melissa Pathay, OTR/L, CPFT®

Compassionate, evidence‑informed Occupational Therapy and Feeding therapy

WELCOME

I am a registered Occupational Therapist, licensed in New York, and a Credentialed Pediatric Feeding Therapistoffering occupational therapy, feeding therapy, and animal‑assisted intervention in a warm, professional setting. I provide bilingual evaluations and treatment and offer both in‑person and telehealth appointments. I truly love my work and believe every client is unique; therapy is a partnership between client and therapist.

Services at a Glance

Early Intervention 0–3 years — bilingual evaluations and family‑centered support to build early motor, sensory, and feeding skills.

School‑age services — targeted therapy for motor skills, executive function, reflex integration, feeding, and mindfulness.

Adult rehabilitation — post‑surgical aftercare, strength and balance retraining, feeding therapy, and Yin and Restorative Yoga, mindfulness and breathing.

Specialized care — Credentialed pediatric feeding therapy and animal‑assisted intervention; Yoga and Mindfulness. Services available in English and Spanish.

Approach and Values

• Evidence‑informed interventions blended with meaningful, functional activities
• Family‑centered planning that respects cultural and linguistic needs
• Collaborative communication with families, schools, and medical teams
• Respectful and welcoming environment where clients feel safe to explore and grow

Telehealth

Live sessions are delivered via Zoom with guided activities, observation, and caregiver coaching. Active parent or guardian participation is required for children under 4 to support engagement, safety, and carryover. Sessions use everyday household items and focus on practical strategies families can use between visits.

I am a registered Occupational Therapist, licensed in New York, and a Credentialed Pediatric Feeding Therapist, offering occupational therapy, feeding therapy, and animal‑assisted intervention in a warm, professional manner. I provide bilingual evaluations and individualized treatment plans that support development, independence, and family‑centered goals. I truly love my work and believe every client is unique; therapy is a partnership between client and therapist. I work with both pediatric and adult populations for Occupational Therapy and offer both in‑person and telehealth appointments to meet your family’s needs and schedule.