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Patricia Rappa

Katonah

Summary

Dedicated occupational therapist with expertise in sensory integration and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to enhancing client outcomes through effective therapeutic activities and family education.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

CPSE and EI Provider-Occupational Therapist

Creative Wonders Therapy Center
Northern Westchester County, NY
07.2025 - Current
  • Implemented therapeutic activities to enhance fine motor and cognitive skills in children.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for diverse client needs.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and therapy outcomes for compliance purposes.
  • Educated families on home exercise programs to reinforce therapy goals outside of sessions.
  • Conducted assessments to evaluate client progress and adjust treatment strategies accordingly.
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.

CPSE Provider-Occupational Therapist

Northern Westchester Center for Speech Disorders
Mount Kisco, NY
04.2002 - 06.2025

Occupational Therapist

PnwBOCES
Yorktown Heights, NY
12.2016 - 04.2019
  • Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to develop tailored therapy plans.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate holistic care strategies.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans based on outcomes.
  • Educated patients and families on therapeutic techniques for daily living skills.
  • Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

SUNY At Downstate
East New York

Skills

  • Sensory integration
  • SIPT (Sensory Integration and Praxis Test) certified No 6944
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Direct patient care

Interests

  • Yoga
  • Hiking

Timeline

CPSE and EI Provider-Occupational Therapist

Creative Wonders Therapy Center
07.2025 - Current

Occupational Therapist

PnwBOCES
12.2016 - 04.2019

CPSE Provider-Occupational Therapist

Northern Westchester Center for Speech Disorders
04.2002 - 06.2025

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

SUNY At Downstate