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Welcome!
Blossom Pediatric Therapy Partners is a private practice that offers Occupational Therapy services in person in Central Ohio and across Ohio through teletherapy. We are a home and community based practice, providing services in the child’s natural environment: home, daycare, school, or virtually.
At Blossom, we employ evidenced-based approaches as the foundation for all areas of development. It is our mission to bring increased access to therapy services to children, parents, and educators throughout Ohio.
Meet the Team
ALYSSA MOODY, OTD, OTR/L Owner, Occupational Therapist
Alyssa received her B.S. from the University of Michigan (go blue!) with a dual degree in Spanish Language and Biopsychology, Cognition, & Neuroscience. After spending a year teaching at a school for students with autism, she attended The Ohio State University (go bucks!) and earned her Doctorate of Occupational Therapy. She started Blossom when she saw a need in the community for quality occupational and speech therapy services without long waitlists. She has advanced expertise in outpatient pediatrics, parent/teacher education, sensory-integrated treatment, feeding therapy, and school-based practice.
JENNA HAMMEL, OTD, OTR/L Occupational Therapist
Jenna received her B.S. from Bowling Green State University with her major in applied health sciences and her minor in psychology. Upon graduation, Jenna attended The Ohio State University and earned her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy. She started her career at an outpatient pediatric clinic gaining experience in working with autism, ADHD, sensory processing and regulation, behavioral regulation, and parent education. When she is not at work she loves spending time with her husband and her two golden retrievers (Wilson, pictured, is training to be a therapy dog!).
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LIV McIVER, MOT, OTR/L Occupational Therapist
Liv attended the University of Oklahoma to earn her B.S in Health and Exercise Science. She stayed out west to receive her Master in Occupational Therapy from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. She has experience evaluating and treating children with ADHD, autism, sensory processing disorder, and behavioral challenges. She loves to meet her clients where they are using play-based therapy that makes sessions fun! When she is not at work she loves cooking a new recipe, walking her two german shepherds, or watching football with her husband.
CASEY SMITH, MSOT, OTR/L Occupational Therapist
Casey attended Franciscan University to achieve her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Theology. After graduating, she went on to Salus University to achieve her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy. Casey utilizes play-based intervention and enjoys collaborating with parents, caregivers, and educators to improve outcomes. She is passionate about helping children to grow and achieve their goals! When she is not working, she loves playing with her two daughters, volunteering at her church, and spending time in the garden.
BRIDGET DIMOND, M.S., CF-SLP Speech Therapist
Bridget earned her B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from The University of Kentucky and her M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Kent State University. She has experience treating children with articulation, receptive/expressive language, pragmatic language and fluency disorders and individuals with ASD. When she is not at work she loves spending time with her two dogs and reading a good book.
HANNAH ZAVAR, M.A., CCC-SLP Speech Language Pathologist
Hannah earned both her bachelor and master of arts degrees in Speech Language Pathology from the University of Akron as well as a certificate in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). Hannah comes to Blossom PTP with a wealth of pediatric experience evaluating and treating children with Autism, hearing loss, articulation and phonological disorders and receptive-expressive language disorders. She has expertise in AAC devices, auditory verbal therapy, parent education, and early intervention. Hannah's desire to help kids succeed comes from her own personal experience receiving speech therapy as a child. In her spare time, Hannah enjoys family time, traveling, exploring new places, baking, and spending time outside.
MEGHAN VESPER, MOT OTR/L, CLC Occupational Therapist,
Certified Lactation Counselor
Meghan received her Bachelor of Arts degrees in History and English from Denison University, followed by a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from the University of Maryland. After a brief career in marketing, Meghan earned her Master in Occupational Therapy from The Ohio State University. She began her practice in mental health with a focus on trauma symptom management, including how sensory regulation and integration is impacted by trauma. She is passionate about engaging clients' strengths and interests while also working on treatment goals. She has completed advanced courses in feeding and is also a Certified Lactation Counselor. When not working, Meghan enjoys reading, yoga, and baking.
JENNIFER COY, MOT, OTR/L Occupational Therapist
Jennifer has been an OT practitioner since 2016. She started her career as an OT Assistant working at the Monarch Center for Autism and then teaching all pediatric course work in Lakeland Community College’s OT assistant program in the greater Cleveland Area. She obtained her Master of Occupational Therapy degree in the Fall of 2021 from Muskingum University, and since then, she has taught pediatric course work and has worked as a school-based practitioner. She has extensive knowledge with sensory processing disorder, autism, school-based practice, and reflex integration.
HAYLEY SMITH
Office Manager
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Hayley received her Bachelor’s Degree in Management from Shawnee State University in 2017. She brings with her to Blossom Pediatric Therapy Partners 10+ years of office experience, including: management, customer service, and billing. Outside of work, Hayley enjoys spending time with family and traveling.
Services
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OCCUPATIONAL
THERAPY
Occupational therapy is the practice of helping people engage in the activities that they want and need to do throughout the day, known as occupations. For kids, the most important occupations are play and school! Your child might benefit from OT intervention if they have trouble participating in these two important occupations as compared to their same-age peers. Specifically, OT looks at improving and/or maintaining fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-regulation, hand-eye coordination, handwriting, using both hands at once (bilateral coordination), balancing, dressing, feeding themselves, or even paying attention at school.
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A pediatric speech therapist works to assess, diagnose, and treat a variety of disorders and delays that impact a child’s functional communication skills. We work to address what a child is able to say (expressive language) and what they understand (receptive language), as well as how they say sounds and words (articulation/phonology), and so much more! There are many reasons why a child may need speech therapy. If you notice that your child is not on par with their peers or developmental milestones for their age, they may benefit from speech therapy!
SPEECH
THERAPY
CONTRACTED SCHOOL/DAYCARE SERVICES
If you currently work with children, you are well aware that there is an educational state of emergency happening in regards to student learning and development. Nearly all schools are overwhelmed with the number of students requiring specialized services, and they are unsure of where to get help. At Blossom, we offer personalized therapy services that meet the needs of your facility to help you meet the needs of your students and families. Whether you are a private or a public school, Blossom practitioners are equipped to help your team navigate the overly complex process of connecting students with services within their county of residence.
Not sure exactly what your child or student needs, but you know they need something? You are not alone. Blossom practitioners are able to come to your home, school, or daycare to complete observations of your child or student to determine if evaluation and further connection to services is warranted. Practitioners will also offer tangible, effective ideas on how to best support the child in their natural environment on the same day of observation.
OBSERVATIONS
Expanded services coming soon!
BREASTFEEDING AND LACTATION SUPPORT
Start Blossoming
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CONSULTATION
If you have concerns about your child's development, reach out today for a free consultation! We'll determine if an evaluation is right for you.
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EVALUATION
We provide a thorough evaluation and report to determine your child’s specific skill set and needs. An individualized report will include our recommendations and next steps.
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TREATMENT
If services are warranted, we will meet with your child to implement an individually designed
treatment plan.
F.A.Q.
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As a caregiver, what is my role in my child’s treatment?At Blossom, we want you to be as involved as possible in your child’s treatment for carryover of skills. This is why we like to treat in your home or your child’s school whenever possible. We are at your disposal if you ever have questions about how to best support your child’s progress.
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How do I pay for services – will you accept my insurance?Blossom Pediatric Therapy Partners accepts Anthem Health Insurance through the end of 2024. It is recommended that you contact your provider for in-depth analysis of coverage for occupational and/or speech therapy services. For other insurance companies, Blossom Pediatric Therapy Partners is an out-of-network provider. Blossom is able to provide a superbill (detailed receipt with specified codes) for you to submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement for out-of-network services. We currently accept the following forms of payment: check, credit/debit, and Health Savings Account (HSA)/Flexible Spending Account (FSA) cards.
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What is your attendance/cancellation policy?Blossom requires an 80% attendance rate to remain on our schedule. If a Blossom client's attendance is under 80%, Blossom reserves the right to relinquish appointment time and/or terminate services. If an appointment is canceled within 24 hours of the appointment time, the full cost of the session may be charged. However, Blossom is understanding of unforeseen circumstances and illness, so fees will be applied on a case-by-case basis.
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I don’t live in Columbus, but I am interested in OT services for my child, do you provide teletherapy?Blossom provides OT services virtually to residents throughout the state of Ohio. We utilize teletherapy for our clients of all ages. Teletherapy is also a great tool for families with busy schedules or chronic illnesses. We have found teletherapy to be very successful in meeting the needs of our clients!
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Are you an approved Jon Peterson or Autism Scholarship provider?Yes to both! Blossom is approved by the Ohio Department of Education to be a provider for the Jon Peterson Special Needs Program (JPSN) and Autism Scholarship program. Under the JPSN Program, eligible students may receive up to $27,000 for special education services, depending on the primarily disability category in the child’s ETR and how services are outlined in the child’s IEP. The scholarship provides the opportunity for parents to choose educational providers to service the child’s IEP other than the child’s public school district of residence. For more information regarding Jon Peterson Scholarship, click here. The Autism Scholarship Program gives the parents of children with autism, who qualify for a scholarship, the choice to send the child to a special education program other than the one operated by the school district of residence to receive their education and the services outlined in the child's individualized education program (IEP). Each child is eligible to receive up to $32,445 per school year. For more information reagrding the Autism Scholarship Program, click here.
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What is your service radius?We offer comprehensive therapy services to patients residing or attending educational institutions or daycare facilities within a 25-mile radius of the Columbus, Ohio city center. As part of our standard protocol, a travel fee is applied for therapist travel exceeding the 25-mile threshold from the city center, up to 40 miles*. We do this to ensure our therapists receive appropriate compensation for the total time spent caring for each child. *Some exceptions may apply. Please inquire if you are unsure if you fall within the service radius
We're Hiring!
We are looking for responsible, compassionate, and bright OTs, OTAs, and SLPs to join our team of difference makers in Central Ohio. We are currently accepting applications for part and full-time positions.
If you believe you are a good fit, please reach out to Alyssa at alyssa@blossomptp.com.
Contact
We can’t wait to see your child Blossom!
Alyssa Moody, OTD, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist (née Marquette)
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