Pittsburgh's Premiere DIR®/FCD™ DIRFloortime® Practice
Embrace the Child, Ltd. is a DIR® comprehensive, family-centered, individualized pediatric occupational therapy private practice. It is conveniently located in the South Hills of Pittsburgh. Embrace the Child, Ltd provides a comprehensive array of options for your child and family across home, school, clinic and community. Primary ETC therapy sessions are home-based or clinic-based. Each is available as either primary or supplement a treatment to the individual needs of the child and family availability. Family actively participates in each session regardless of location. Please call for an evaluation, or call or email for more information or questions.
2019 AOTA Emerging and Innovative Practice Award: “Defining Excellence and Leadership in Family-Centered Practice.”
ETC respects families’ choices as we are transitioning through COVID-19. ETC continues “virtual visits” using a tele-health platform and offers face to face sessions. ETC is an innovative leader in parent coaching and family training which allows for seamless transitions to virtual visits if a family chooses. For the safety and well-being of all, ETC face to face sessions continue to follow CDC, OSHA, PA Department of Health, American Occupational Therapy Association, Allegheny County Health Department Guidelines and ETC COVID-19 policy and procedure.
Please contact Stacy at 412.212.1139 for more options, resources, and information for current and new ETC families.
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What ETC Families and Children have to say
“Stacy is amazing at what she does! She took the time to explain how OT was helping my student, and explained the DIR®/Floortime™ model, which I could see was a huge benefit. I used the tools that Stacy taught me to help support this child in my classroom.”
“Stacy has helped our child immeasurably. She took the time to thoroughly observe our child in a family setting. She provides a holistic view and as a consultant and developed an appropriate, fun and easy program to help us along the way.”
“I could not have connected with my son without your great coaching. I don’t know if you realize how great you are at what you do. You truly care about [my son] and it shows. I thank GOD that I found you.”
“I have witnessed my child exceed his own expectations and develop new self-esteem and potential in a few short months! It was priceless to share that with him. I will forever be grateful for Stacy’s in depth understanding of our individual child!”
“Stacy is one of a kind…a miracle worker in my book.”
“I admire you for practicing occupational therapy the way that it should be done.
“I appreciate you and your efforts to help children with special needs. It is a true privilege to work with you, one of the therapists on the front lines of helping these kids. Thank you for that opportunity.”
“Stacy has been a wonderful mentor! I have observed Stacy’s work and her methods are highly beneficial to the families and children. She provides a loving environment to every child and approaches OT as a fun, family activity.”
“We found your presentation at group to be really good. Bringing all of your knowledge into practical, easy-to-understand discussion was very cool. I think the other parents shared our sentiment.”
“My kids are so happy, they don’t want to leave.”
“Stacy’s therapeutic experience and training are extensive. Her intelligence and enthusiasm are greatly appreciated and much respected. Embrace the Child, Ltd. is truly a family-centered practice and ideal for you and your child.”
“I know that your business is named Embrace the Child, but I’ve always thought that you’ve done an exceptional job embracing the entire family!”
“I do not have words to describe how grateful I am for your help and kindness. You are a true blessing to the children that you serve.”
“Stacy works with us as a trusted member of our family. Her competencies are excellent, and she has been immensely helpful. We absolutely love her!”
“Stacy is very hands on and so gentle, yet effective with kids. She has a wonderful way of training the parents too…never too intrusive and always very helpful.”
“Stacy is the hardest working person I’ve met since we began this journey.”
“Amazingly intuitive and easy to work with OT. First time I’ve actually been able to “play” with my child, and read his cues. Most enjoyable experiences of my life.”
“Stacy’s sincerity, warmth, genuine interest, and advocacy simply can’t be matched.”
