Hello, I’m Veronica Cabrera, and I have over 25 years of experience as an occupational therapist. Early in my career, I proudly became a DIR Floortime provider. Working with children and their families is not only my profession; it’s a vital and fulfilling passion that motivates me every day.
My therapeutic approach is based on the DIR® Floortime model. I support your child’s development by understanding their individual needs and strengths through warm, nurturing, and trusting interactions. After all, we learn through our emotional connections. Building a strong relationship with your child involves following their lead and engaging with their interests and motivations, which opens the door to genuine learning. I aim to invite them into interactions rather than force them.
Behaviors are a form of communication that express needs, challenges, wants, or emotions. I focus on building a child’s skills by addressing the root causes of their challenges through a developmental approach. My role is to observe and understand these behaviors, looking for clues that indicate their meaning and the issues that may be triggering them. By finding the underlying significance of behaviors that could affect the child's daily life or safety, we can better support their development.
Parents, grandparents, siblings, and caregivers are welcome to join our team and participate in therapy sessions as we work together to achieve your child and family’s goals.