Jessica Ferris
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Jessica is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant who brings warmth, creativity, and a neurodiverse-affirming approach to her work. She is passionate about celebrating each child's unique strengths and fostering their confidence through engaging, play-based therapy. She believes in embracing neurodiversity by tailoring interventions to honor each child's individual sensory, motor, and learning styles, ensuring therapy is a positive and empowering experience.
With experience in sensory processing, motor development, self-regulation, and feeding therapy, Jessica designs fun and meaningful activities that help children build essential life skills. Whether climbing, crafting, or exploring new foods in feeding therapy, she ensures that therapy is both effective and enjoyable. She integrates sensory-friendly strategies, movement-based learning, and strengths-based approaches to support children in ways that feel natural and motivating to them.
Jessica values collaboration, working closely with families, therapists, and educators to create individualized support strategies that align with each child's needs and preferences. She strives to create an inclusive environment where children feel safe, understood, and celebrated. She believes that every milestone, no matter how big or small, is worth celebrating and is honored to be part of each child's journey toward growth and success.
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Outside of work, Jessica finds joy in watching her son play football, cheering him on from the sidelines and celebrating his dedication to the sport. She loves spending time outdoors, whether it’s relaxing on the shores of Crescent Bay Beach, camping under the stars, or exploring the beauty of national parks with her family. She has a deep appreciation for nature and wildlife. One of her favorite ways to unwind is gathering around the table for an Italian dinner with her loved ones, savoring good food, laughter, and meaningful conversations. For Jessica, these moments of connection and exploration bring balance and inspiration to both her personal life and her work.