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Why Feeding Therapy Matters Feeding difficulties are about more than just “picky eating.”

Art classes are going strong! Our art classes at YC Academy continue to

Art Based Group Sessions. We are so excited to bring back our art

Make mistakes. Make a mess. Make art. By: Luisa Rinaudo We are lucky

A parent plays a pivotal role in their children’s language development. One critical

Socialization plays a vital role in everyone’s life, and for adults with intellectual

For individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, learning does not stop at 21.

Articulation disorders can impact a child’s ability to be understood by others, affecting

When you’re raising a child with different needs, you quickly learn how loud

So your toddler isn’t using words yet—and you’re starting to feel that itch

We teach toddlers to say “blue” and “doggie” and “more” with delight—but what

There’s a persistent myth floating around that AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) is

We need to talk. As professionals, we hold a lot of power. But

Alena Kumta OTR/L

Alena Kumta MS, OTR/L is joyfully invested in supporting individuals & families in transforming —development, meaningful participation, confidence and connection —through play, child/individual-led interests, connection/shared joy, and seeing/embracing/supporting individual strengths & differences.

Alena has held a wide range of roles as an OT including mental health, early childhood intensive mental health, school-based, nature-based, early intervention, home health, inpatient, and outpatient/clinic based care. Alena has her masters in Occupational Therapy from Stockton University and a BFA in Fine Arts from School of Visual Arts NYC. 

Alena has advanced training in; DIR Floortime (proficient provider), emotional regulation, trauma informed care & ACEs, social emotional learning, sensory integration, feeding therapy, pediatric pelvic health, nature based therapy, and continues to learn and grow her skills. 

When she’s not enjoying her work as an OT- Alena  is spending time with her dog-Violet, being in nature, playing in the garden, foraging, making art, getting movement, helping at Ceto Coffee Roasters, and learning new things!

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