Creative Pathways
Empowering children through innovative and evidenced-based occupational therapy
Marisa Carpentier, OTR/L, CLC
I am a licensed Occupational Therapist with over 12 years of experience working with the most amazing children. I founded Creative Pathways because I am driven by a passion to provide the highest quality, compassionate, family-centered care. I am dedicated to helping children overcome their challenges and embrace their strengths, with a focus on fostering growth, independence, and confidence in every child that I work with. I am not just a therapist, I am a partner in your child’s success story, exploring the creative pathways to their brightest future!
Services
Comprehensive evaluations
Thorough assessments of your child's developmental, sensory, motor, and/or emotional needs, enabling us to create personalized intervention plans and make recommendations for home.
Academic support
Coordination with schools and educators to support academic success. This can include classroom observations, support during 504 Plan/IEP meetings, and providing school recommendations.
Convenient home-based therapy
While clinic-based therapy is valuable, the skills learned there don't always seamlessly transfer to a child's natural environment. Our in-home therapy ensures that the progress made carries over effectively into everyday life.
Emotional Regulation & Behavioral Challenges
Through a holistic and client-centered approach, occupational therapy addresses a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges through:
- Emotional regulation strategies
- Sensory integration therapy
- Cognitive-behavioral interventions
- Mindfulness and relaxation techniques
- Parent and caregiver education
At Creative Pathways, we are committed to empowering children to build self-awareness, self-confidence, and adaptive coping skills, enabling them to thrive in all aspects of life. Whether addressing challenges related to anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, or other behavioral concerns, our occupational therapy services offer compassionate and effective support to help individuals achieve their fullest potential.
Fine Motor Skill Development
2-4 years old
- Drawing and coloring
- Grasping and holding objects
- Building block towers
- Stringing beads
- Eating with utensils
5+ years old
- Handwriting
- Cutting with scissors
- Buttoning & zipping
- Tying shoelaces
- Opening and closing containers
Gross Motor Skill Development
Infancy (0-12 months)
- Developmental Milestones
- Head control, rolling over, sitting up, crawling
- Visual motor skills
- Oral motor development
Toddlerhood+
- Coordination
- Climbing, jumping, kicking and throwing
- Balance
- Strength
Sensory Processing
Sensory processing refers to the way the nervous system receives, interprets, and responds to sensory information from the environment. For some children, sensory processing challenges can impact their ability to participate fully in everyday activities and routines.
Does your child...
- Cover their ears in response to everyday sounds?
- Have trouble tolerating clothing textures?
- Dislike bath time? Dislike hair brushing or nail clipping?
- Have very specific food preferences?
- Have trouble potty training?
Why Creative Pathways?
Flexibility and Convenience
Our practice offers flexible scheduling and in-home therapy options, making it easier for families to integrate therapy into their daily lives.
Consistent Caregivers
Your child will work with the same dedicated therapists throughout their journey, fostering trust and a deeper understanding of their progress and needs.
Innovative Solutions
Our smaller size allows us to adopt innovative and creative therapy techniques that may not be feasible in larger, more rigid institutions.
Individual Attention
Personalized care ensures each child receives focused attention, tailored specifically to their unique needs and goals.
FAQs
How much does therapy cost?
Transparent pricing empowers families to make informed decisions about their child’s care, ensuring they understand the value and investment required.
Evaluations: $225
This Includes...
- Standardized assessment(s)
- Evaluation summary report
- Recommendations
In-home Treatments: $125 / 1 hour session
Do you take insurance?
We do not directly bill insurance, here’s why:
At Creative Pathways, we value providing your child with the highest quality of care, ensuring that our focus remains solely on their needs.
By opting for a self-pay model, we can offer your child more personalized attention, tailored treatment plans, and a greater level of flexibility in the therapy journey. Our commitment is to deliver exceptional care without the constraints often associated with insurance, ensuring that you receive the best possible outcomes and support.
Will my insurance provide reimbursement?
While we don't directly bill insurance, we provide superbills upon request. These detailed invoices contain all the necessary information for you to seek reimbursement from your insurance provider. They include codes for the services rendered, diagnostic information, and other relevant details your insurance company may require. Our goal is to make the reimbursement process as smooth as possible for you, so you can focus on your therapy journey with peace of mind.
Creative Pathways
Get in touch!
Telephone: (401) 594-5412
Info@CreativePathwaysRI.com
Discovery call
We’ll take the opportunity to explore how occupational therapy can support your child’s unique needs. This free consultation is a chance for us to discuss your concerns, goals, and any questions you may have about therapy. It's a no-pressure conversation designed to provide clarity and guidance as you take the first step on this therapeutic journey.