When the Body Feels Right, Learning Follows
Helping children feel steady, capable and ready – through
sensory and motor development.
Hi, I’m Shaenelle 👋
I’m a US-registered pediatric occupational therapist with over 8 years of experience supporting English-speaking children and their families. I believe every child deserves to feel confident, capable, and connected.
Whether it’s through 1:1 sessions, group programs, school workshops, or online resources, I’m here to help your little one take their next big step.
How I Can Help
Explore the different ways we can work together to support your child’s development.
1:1 OT Sessions
Individualized therapy tailored to your child's unique needs and goals.
Group Programs
Social-emotional learning groups for kids and wellness workshops for parents.
School Partnerships
Workshops and on-site SEL groups designed for school communities.
Online Resources
Courses, podcast episodes, and curated tools for families and professionals.
A Little More About Me
My work is grounded in evidence-based occupational therapy and shaped by real-life experience. I take a warm, practical, and collaborative approach, because support should feel doable, not overwhelming.
Outside of work, I love to travel, craft, and spend time hiking.
Being in nature helps me slow down, reset, and stay connected to what matters most. These are the values I bring into my work with children and families every day.
I believe that when adults feel supported, children feel safe. And that’s where meaningful growth begins.
Frequently Asked Questions
Pediatric OT helps children develop the skills they need for everyday life – from fine motor tasks like writing and cutting, to self-regulation, sensory processing, and social-emotional learning.
If your child struggles with tasks like getting dressed, handwriting, managing emotions, or seems overly sensitive to sounds, textures, or movement, an OT evaluation can help identify areas of support.
I work with children from 3-12, with specialized groups for selected age groups.
At this time, my services are not covered by German public health insurance, as I am not registered with the Deutscher Verband Ergotherapie (DVE).
While I am unable to list “Ergotherapie” on invoices, I can adapt documentation to meet the requirements of many private insurance providers.
Coverage varies, so I recommend checking directly with your insurer to understand what may be reimbursed under your plan.
The best first step is to book a free call! Head to the For Parents page to schedule yours.