STRONG START

Liz Fornari M.S. OTR/L

Early Childhood Occupational Therapy and Classes to Ensure a strong start

Owner/Founder

Liz Fornari M.S. OTR/L

Liz is an expert Pediatric Occupational Therapist and creator of Strong Start. After graduating from Ithaca College in 2006 with a Master's in Occupational Science, she began her Occupational Therapy career in young adult traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and stroke rehabilitation. This experience ignited a lifelong passion for neurology, motor development, and sensory processing and led her to her true professional calling, pediatrics. In her 14+ years as a Pediatric Occupational Therapist, Liz has treated children of all abilities and further specialized in the under-five population. She has completed extensive continuing education in sensory processing, fine and visual motor development, reflex integration, and motor control. Liz's dedication to enriching the lives of children, fostering a nurturing environment for caregivers to learn, and promoting best practices in Occupational Therapy led to the creation of Strong Start.

Services

Strong Start 4 Baby & Toddler Development Classes

Child/caregiver groups focused on supporting bonding, encouraging developmental milestones and promoting sensory processing. This 6 week interactive program covers a variety of topics, including infant massage, positioning, tummy time, mindfulness, and play. Classes are 45 minutes in length and grouped by age: 0-6 months, 7-11 months and 12-18 months.

Occupational Therapy Evaluations

Personalized evaluations using the most up-to-date, standardized, and reliable assessments to determine your child's needs and abilities. Initial consultation, direct administration of assessments and a written report are all part of the evaluative process.

Occupational Therapy

Treatment

Individualized (one-on-one) therapeutic intervention, provided in the comfort of your home. Sessions are thoughtfully customized to help your child achieve their utmost potential.

Contact

Email: fornari.elizabeth@gmail.com

Phone: (617) 694-1531