We were fortunate enough to be introduced to Monica when my son was three years old and made aware of our son's sensory processing disorder at school. Monica came weekly to the school for occupational therapy. She introduced us to sensory T-shirts, noise reduction headphones, taught us all the tips and tricks for managing his sensory processing, and communicated regularly with the teacher. She taught us how to advocate for our child and was always one step ahead. Our son is now seven years old and recently diagnosed with ADHD. Monica has been essential in helping us navigate this world. Without her guidance we would be lost! She has recommended and executed finding us the right child psychologist, neurologist, and the correct doctor to do a psychoeducational evaluation. Her guidance has been essential in helping our son thrive ! We are so lucky to have worked ( and continue to work) with Monica throughout the years and truly feel she has provided our son with the gift of confidence and self regulation. We love her dearly and continue to recommend her to every parent looking for a hands on Occupational therapist .

-Jenny 

Monica Phillips exemplifies what it means to care about student growth and development. I have worked with Monica to support students in my own classroom and have seen her work with students of varying ages and developmental levels. She prioritizes each one, as if they were the only one.  She is respectful, confident, and professional.  Monica works well in establishing a team to support every student and will do everything she can to make them successful in the classroom and in life. 

 -Ms. Fishman  

We were introduced to Monica when my son was 4 years old and needed speech and occupational therapy. We didn’t know where to begin in the process and felt lost and alone. Monica was our angel. Not only did She start helping our son with weekly OT sessions, she also guided my husband and I, and gave us advice on next steps. We even saw Monica over zoom through the pandemic and she always had an engaging activity planned. She really got to know our son and his needs. She knew how to talk to him and get on his level. He has flourished with her over the past 4 years and we couldn’t be happier. Monica is the best!  

-Jen

What impresses me the most about Monica is her collaboration and partnership with me as an educator. She recognizes that effective therapy extends beyond her sessions and understands the importance of continuity in supporting the students' development. Monica takes the time to share tricks and tips with me, offering practical strategies that I can implement in the classroom to further support my students. Her insights and suggestions have proven to be invaluable in enhancing my teaching practice and meeting the diverse needs of my students.

- Ms. Y

It has been such a pleasure working alongside Monica this past year. As a teacher of 2 year olds, it’s been amazing to see how Monica is able to connect with children at such a young age. I’ve seen such improvement in my students that see her. She not only gave the parents insight and support, but she also gave us so much guidance in the classroom so that we  were able to further assist our students. We would recommend her to anyone!

- Ms. E and Ms. C

My kids have been working with Monica for almost two years and we have seen such amazing progress. She has sharpened their fine and gross motor skills and always does so in an engaging and amusing way. She is so creative in how she approaches a plan for each of them so that it will ensure success. Monica is warm and caring, and my kids are so lucky to get to work with her! 

-Gayle

Monica has worked with my 5 year old son for the past year on handwriting and grip strength.  From the moment they began their sessions my son adored her.  She is warm, inviting, and tremendously fun.  He looked forward to their meetings each week, and I looked forward to seeing her wonderful photos and videos of his progress.  Thanks to Monica his handwriting has improved dramatically, and so has his confidence.  Monica has been a pleasure to work with - I would recommend her to anyone! 

-Danielle 

I have known Monica Phillips for over 2 years. She is an Occupational Therapist for children at my school. Monica has worked with our 4 and 5-year-olds over the years. Whenever I have had the opportunity to collaborate with her she is professional and knowledgeable. She is a great resource and I have consulted with her numerous times for assistance/ideas for students in my classroom. She has a positive attitude and always wears a smile. But most importantly, the children love her. I would highly recommend Monica and look forward to working with her again soon.  

-Ms. B

Working with Monica has been such a wonderful experience for my family. Her knowledge, compassion, and dedication to my son’s growth and overall well-being has had such a positive impact on my son. She’s been an incredible advocate, and we are so proud of the significant growth we’ve seen while working with her over the last two years. 

-Erica

As a teacher who works with many therapists, I can confidently say Monica Phillips is the best of the best. She is knowledgeable, attentive, and truly cares for her patients. She partners with the teachers and families with clear, direct and supportive guidance to best help the child. She’s always has wonderful suggestions and tips when I need support in the classroom. I see amazing improvements with children’s fine motor, gross motor skills, and confidence  after working with monica. I would highly recommend her over and over again . 

-Ms. Martinez   

Our daughter Emily began OT with Monica Phillips roughly 2 years ago. We have been so thankful that we found her ever since. Monica has helped us, and our daughter work through her variety of sensory issues over the years. Monica comes and works with our daughter via games, activities, and exercises that over time have really transformed how our daughter is able to interact with us and the rest of the world.
Monica has been a lovely, patient and kind person with our daughter consistently throughout my daughter's experience with her even on our daughter's worst, most temperamental, days.  She has helped our daughter through many challenges with a perfect mix of firmness, tenderness, and playfulness with each session our daughter very much needed.
My wife and I would recommend her to anyone with a child with a need for OT.

-Patrick