Paula Porcaro is an experienced occupational therapist with specialized training in sensory integration. She combines a holistic and nurturing approach to help children achieve optimal independent functioning in the school and home environments.
Paula is skilled in a variety of pediatric evaluation tools and treatment approaches, including sensory integration and neurodevelopmental techniques.Paula received her B.S. in Occupational Therapy from Columbia University. In addition to several years serving as the Chief Occupational Therapist at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center, Paula has 15 years of clinical experience in pediatrics. Her expertise in pediatric OT also includes extensive consulting and teaching in the field.
She has provided treatment and clinical training in a wide variety of settings, including private practice and public and private schools for children 1 to 10 years of age.