55 Main Street Potsdam NY 13676 (315) 603-2167
Pediatric Occupational Therapy Services
Welcome to The Therapy Garage
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We specialize in providing Occupational Therapy services for children from birth to 18 years old.
Our occupational therapy services are child centered and evidence based to focus on the unique fine motor, gross motor, visual perceptual, or sensory needs that impact a child’s ability to be successful with activities of daily living or academics
Our Services
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We offer a variety of treatment options including 1:1 occupational therapy intervention as well as group sessions and camps. As requested we provide consultation with other service professionals working with your child.
We also provide caregiver support classes to help you foster the development of your child.
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We welcome you to explore our website to learn more about us or to contact us directly for more information or to make an appointment. (315) 603-2167.
We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, TriCare and United Healthcare insurance for most therapy services.
OT Services at The Therapy Garage
We are a client centered pediatric occupational therapy practice dedicated to creating a nurturing, warm environment where your child can explore and develop the skills necessary for success at home, in school and in everyday life. We offer a variety of services to help your child succeed.
We realize that there is no such thing as cookie cutter, one-size-fits-all treatment, so we take time to work with your child and you to develop a therapy program that suits your child’ s needs.
Evaluations
If your child has not participated in a recent occupational therapy evaluation we will complete a comprehensive evaluation for your child. The evaluation will include assessment of you child's fine motor, gross motor, sensory, visual perceptual, handwriting and activity of daily living skills. This comprehensive evaluation will allow us to determine if your child requires services. If therapy services are needed we will work with you, the parent or care giver, to determine a plan that best meets the needs of your child. If your child has recently participated in an evaluation by a licensed OT we will review this evaluation and determine if further assessments or interventions services are recommended.
Individual 1:1 Therapy
Your child’s treatment recommendations may include individualized 1:1 therapy. We have an open, bright therapy center with a large array of fine motor, gross motor, sensory and visual perceptual equipment. Your child will be able to participate in therapy that is tailored to address their unique needs. Individual treatment may include Sensory Integration, Gross Motor Skill Development, Fine Motor Skill Development, Handwriting, Visual Perceptual Skill Development, Developmental Play, Scissor Skill Development, Bi-lateral Coordination and Improvement in Performance with Activities of Daily Living.
Groups
Some children benefit from interacting with other children as they improve their skills. We offer various group programs that address Fine Motor Skill Development, Handwriting and Developmental Play. Most groups are offered one time a week for several weeks. Group programs are developed based upon the need and ages of the children. Please discuss these groups with your child’s therapist, or contact us to determine the group programs currently being offered.
Support for Caregivers
Caregiver Support and Education
Caregiver Support and Education
Caregiver Support and Education
Parents and caregivers are critical for a child’s success and improvement. We offer various sessions that may be of interest to you such as Promoting your Child's Development and
Toys for Developmental Success
Your child does not need to be enrolled in our treatment programs for you to participate in these sessions.
Current Groups
Caregiver Support and Education
Caregiver Support and Education
Please contact us to learn if there is an upcoming caregiver education topic that you would find interesting or helpful.
Please contact us to let us know if you have a topic you would like us to explore or if you have an area of expertise that you feel would benefit parents and caregivers.
Occupational Therapy
What is Occupational Therapy?
Your child may face barriers that impact their success. For example, your child may face challenges with meeting developmental milestones, fine motor coordination, gross motor coordination, strength, bilateral coordination, visual perception, sensory integration/ modulation or social interaction that impacts their ability to be successful in school, to complete daily activities or to manage social interaction. Participation in occupational therapy can help your child develop or refine their skills to allow them to
Our occupational therapists work with children and adolescents to determine what is important for your child and will work with you and them to improve their skill or performance in these areas. Areas of concern may include: self-care skills such as tying shoes, zipping a jacket or brushing teeth, school related skills such as handwriting, scissor skills, attention, sensory skills, socialization, leisure activities ball and sports related activities, bike riding, and modulation of sensory responses to improve performance in all activities.
We will determine the barriers or challenges that impact your child’s success in these areas as well as determine your child’s areas of strength. Based on this evaluation, we will design a treatment plan to help your child improve their performance, increase their skill and gain confidence in the areas that are important for your child so he/she can meet their full potential.
Our Occupational Therapist
KAREN HOOVER OTD OTR/L
Occupational Therapy Doctorate from Chatham University
MS in Occupational Therapy from Columbia University
BS in Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology from Ithaca College
LICENSES and CERTIFICATIONS
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
NY State License in Occupational Therapy
The Listening Program Certified
MEMBERSHIPS
American Occupational Therapy Association, Member
New York Occupational Therapy Association, Member
Karen Background
“I have been an occupational therapist since 1994. Early in my career I worked in Adult Physical Rehabilitation both in in-patient rehabilitation and out-patient facilities at Staten Island University Hospital and Kessler Institute Rehabilitation in NJ.
Following the birth of my first, of three, children I changed the focus of my OT practice and began working with children in a local school district while also teaching in a local OTA program. Over the past 26 years I have combined teaching in occupational therapy graduate programs with my practice as an OT in elementary schools and private practice. I love being an OT and watching the pride that children emote when they learn to do something new.
When I am not working in the clinic or teaching graduate OT students you may find me teaching adaptive ski lessons at Titus. In my free time I can be found in my small garden, skiing on the lake or the slopes or developing my newest interest in woodworking.
The Therapy Garage Story
Karen Hoover and Regis Quirin are the co -owners of The Therapy Garage - North or “TTG” for short. Karen was raised in Harrisville NY and while growing up assisted in her family businesses which fostered her love of entrepreneurship. She earned her Masters degree in Occupational Therapy from Columbia University in 1994 and furthered her OT education by earning a doctoral degree in OT from Chatham University.
Regis grew up in NYC. He started his career in finance in the NY Stock Exchange. He earned his MBA in 1993 and continued as a financial manager for both large and small companies. He particularly enjoys guiding start-up companies in the establishment of their business. He volunteered for many years with SCORE in NYC a program with offers mentorship for individuals in the business development phase.
Karen and Regis, married in the 1993 and through their early years of nurturing a family they would discuss their desire to start a business. Regis and Karen combined their career dreams and expertise opening an occupational therapy clinic: The Therapy Garage in Westfield NJ in 2016. The original Therapy Garage quickly grew to provide additional therapy services including PT, SLP and ABA. TTG provided care for children and families for 7 years.
In 2023 Regis and Karen moved to Upstate NY and soon recognized that there is a need for occupational therapy services in St. Lawrence county and the surrounding area. And so…The Therapy Garage North was born.
It is our mission to provide support children and their families as they develop and grow. We believe that occupational therapy should be fun, affordable child centered, and meet both the child's individual needs and those of the family to ensure success at home, school and everyday life.
Why choose The Therapy Garage
Personalized Care
Experienced Therapist
Experienced Therapist
At The Therapy Garage we believe in providing individualized care plans to meet the unique needs of each client. Our team works closely with clients to develop tailored goals and treatment plans.
Experienced Therapist
Experienced Therapist
Experienced Therapist
Our occupational therapist has years of experience and is dedicated to providing the highest quality care to our clients. We are committed to ongoing education and training to stay up-to-date with the latest research and techniques.
Convenient Location
Experienced Therapist
Convenient Location
We are conveniently located in downtown Potsdam with easy parking. Our facilities are state of the art and designed to provide a comfortable and welcoming environment for you.