DENISE LONG
Pediatric Occupational Therapist NYC
In-Home Pediatric Occupational Therapy in Manhattan & Upper West Side
Denise Long, MS OTR/L, is a highly experienced pediatric occupational therapist providing in-home therapy services in NYC, specializing in supporting children with developmental, sensory, and motor skill challenges. With over 25 years of clinical experience, she delivers personalized, evidence-based therapy in the comfort of your home to help children build independence, confidence, and essential life skills.
Denise partners with families throughout Manhattan and the Upper West Side to deliver expert pediatric occupational therapy that is individualized, practical, and designed around each child’s strengths and challenges.
Call today for a consultation: 516-819-8122
Why Choose Denise Long for your kids OT Therapy?
Pediatric Occupational Therapy Services in NYC
Denise provides comprehensive in-home pediatric occupational therapy designed to support children in developing foundational skills for daily life, school readiness, and independence.
Motor Skill Development
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Fine motor skills (hand control, grasping, writing readiness)
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Gross motor skills (balance, coordination, strength)
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Motor planning and body awareness
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Bilateral integration and midline crossing
Sensory Integration Support
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Regulation and attention difficulties
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Sensory-based motor planning support
Daily Living & Self-Care Skills
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Dressing and grooming skills
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Feeding and mealtime support
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Independence in daily routines
Visual & Cognitive Skills
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Visual-motor integration
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Visual perceptual skills
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Handwriting and pre-writing development
In-Home Pediatric OT in Manhattan
In-home occupational therapy allows children to learn skills in their natural environment, where daily routines actually happen. This leads to faster progress and better real-world outcomes.
Benefits of in-home therapy include:
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Real-life practice of daily routines
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Parent involvement in every session
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Reduced stress for children
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Personalized treatment in a familiar environment
Denise serves families throughout Manhattan and the Upper West Side (UWS).
Why Parents Choose Denise Long
Parents choose Denise for her combination of deep clinical experience and a practical, child-centered approach that focuses on measurable developmental progress.
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25+ years of pediatric OT experience
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Hospital, school, private practice, and home care background
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Expertise in Neurodevelopmental Treatment (NDT) and Sensory Integration
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Individualized treatment plans for every child
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Focus on functional, real-world outcomes
Conditions We Commonly Support
Pediatric occupational therapy may help children with:
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Developmental delays
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Sensory processing challenges
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Fine and gross motor delays
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Torticollis and early motor concerns
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Coordination and motor planning difficulties
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Self-care skill delays
Looking for the best support for your child? Explore our Comprehensive Guide to Children's Pediatric Occupational Therapy in NYC to learn how Denise helps children master fine motor skills, sensory processing, and daily independence through expert, in-home care.
ABOUT DENISE LONG
Denise Long, MS OTR/L
Denise Long has over 25 years experience in Occupational Therapy. She graduated in 2000 from Touro College in Manhattan with a Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy. Since graduating, she has worked in a variety of pediatric settings, such as hospital, school, private practice and home care. Currently, she is treating children in the home setting. She has experience in Neurodevelopmental therapy (NDT), Sensory Integration, The Wilbarger Brushing Protocol, Handwriting Without Tears and Motor Learning Therapy. Currently, she is taking classes in Dynamic Movement Therapy (DMI) and Torticollis
Kids Pediatric Occupational Therapy Sessions
I can help your child achieve the following developmental milestones.
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Tummy Time
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Reaching
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Rolling
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Sitting
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Feeding
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Crawling
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Dressing
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Fine Motor
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Midline Play
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Hand Writing
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Sensory Integration
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Bilateral Integration
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Eye-Hand Coordination
WHAT PARENTS SAY
Parent Testimonials
Sarah K. Lincoln Square Mom
"We were looking for in-home pediatric occupational therapy on the Upper West Side for our daughter’s fine motor delays and sensory processing issues. Denise Long, OTR/L has been a lifesaver. Her 25+ years of experience really show—she’s the most knowledgeable pediatric OT in NYC we’ve worked with. Highly recommend her for any NYC parents looking for expert developmental support!"
Michael T. NYC Dad
“Denise's compassionate approach and deep understanding have been invaluable to our family. Her commitment to our child's well-being has touched our hearts. Denise provided amazing pediatric occupational therapy for my son Sensory Processing disorder in our Manhattan home. She's the best OT in NYC”
Emily R. UWS Mom
"Finding an experienced early intervention therapist in Manhattan was overwhelming until we found Denise. As a pediatric OTR/L, she provided expert in-home occupational therapy for our toddler's torticollis and gross motor delays. Her specialized training in Neurodevelopmental Therapy (NDT) made a visible difference in just a few sessions. If you need a baby OT in NYC who truly understands developmental milestones, Denise is the best!"