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Meet Kelly
Founder & Occupational Therapist
I’ve been an occupational therapist since 2010, after earning my Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University at Buffalo. Since then, I’ve worked with children from birth through age 18 in outpatient clinics, homes, schools, and group settings. These experiences have shaped how I practice today: flexible, collaborative, and always focused on meaningful progress.
At mOTivated Kids, I believe therapy should feel engaging, empowering, and hopeful, not overwhelming. I’m passionate about helping children build confidence, strengthen their abilities, and grow more independent in their daily lives. And yes, we absolutely have fun along the way.
My approach is rooted in understanding the nervous system first. When we support regulation and foundational skills, everything else becomes more possible. I work closely with families to look at the whole child, strengths, challenges, environment, and goals, so we can create functional, real-world change that lasts beyond our sessions.
Whether I’m supporting a toddler with motor development, helping a child regulate big emotions, or building executive functioning skills for school and home success, my focus is always the same: measurable progress that increases confidence and independence.
My goal is for families to feel supported, understood, and equipped with tools that make everyday life calmer, more connected, and more manageable.
Meet Daniella
Occupational Therapist
Hello my name is Daniella! I have been practicing as an occupational therapist since 2019, after earning my degree from Thomas Jefferson University (now Jefferson). Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work in both private practice and school based settings with children and adolescents.
I believe therapy should be a positive, engaging, and empowering experience. I love finding creative and fun ways to help children build confidence, develop independence, and strengthen the skills they need to participate more successfully in school, daily routines, social activities, and the hobbies they enjoy most.
I especially value collaboration with families and believe that every child brings unique strengths, interests, and abilities to the table. I work closely with families to understand each child’s individual needs while celebrating their successes and building upon what they already do well.
My goal is to create a therapy environment where children feel comfortable, supported, and excited to come to therapy each week. I also want families to feel confident knowing they have a collaborative partner and support system along the way. I feel incredibly fortunate to do what I love each day and to have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and families I work with!
Meet Regina
Occupational Therapist
I graduated from Salus University in 2017 earning my Master of Science in Occupational Therapy. Upon passing my boards, my adventurous heart led me to move across the country to San Diego, where I spent the first five years of my career working in an elementary school district. Since then I have also worked in both pediatric outpatient and community-based settings with children ages birth through 21. Additionally, I have experience in subacute care treating adults with neurological conditions.
When working with children, I place connection at the heart of therapy. I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment where children feel safe to be themselves, have fun, take risks, and learn. I believe in meeting each child where they are, using co-regulation and supportive relationships to help them feel understood and ready to engage. I support children in motor development, visual skills, executive functioning, sensory regulation, and other areas to help them participate more fully in the activities and routines that are meaningful to them.
I believe that beyond developing skills, therapy should help children build confidence, find strategies that work for them, and feel empowered to pursue their goals and dreams. I also value collaboration with families and recognize that meaningful progress comes from carrying over skills and strategies beyond the therapy setting and into a child's everyday life.
Above all, my goal is for every child and family I work with to feel seen, supported, and capable - leaving therapy with a greater confidence in themselves and what they can do.
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Serving families in Collingswood, Haddonfield, Cherry Hill, and surrounding South Jersey areas.
Meet Gina
Operations Manager
Hey there! I have been an entrepreneur and organizational freak most of my life. I have run operations for major academic institutions and medical facilities and now as a small business owner myself, I love working with Kelly and the team to keep things running smoothly and to handle all client needs. Running a business can be tough, but I love it, Kelly loves it and we are in it together to ensure you get the best possible experience as you navigate what can be a tough parenting time.