Nice to meet you!
Wild Fig OT is led by me, Alli Cost. I am a pediatric occupational therapist with 15+ years of experience and extensive continuing education.
I have a unique take on private practice - providing concierge care for a limited number of families. This allows me to provide relationship based care to a family for years, invest research into a child’s diagnosis, and offer significantly more personalized attention than is possible otherwise.
I also proudly maintain a small caseload of NYC Early Intervention children at the Cody Gifford House.
I also creates workshops and educational resources for organizations & communities around the United States.
What is OT?
Pediatric occupational therapy is a specialized form of therapy focused on helping children develop skills to thrive in their daily activities. What sets it apart from other therapies is its holistic approach - addressing not just physical abilities, but also cognitive, emotional, and sensory elements impacting a child's performance. I follow an empowerment model that respects a child’s lived experience, values cultural priorities, and fosters self- determination.
Skills We Build
Movement Milestones
Providing support for your child to meet and/or catch up to functional movement milestones such as sitting, crawling, walking, and exploring their environment with confidence.
Sensory Integration
Building self regulation and a thriving sensory system for your child to tolerate, adapt, and thrive in their daily life. Addressing challenges such as tantrums, inattention, over response, and picky eating.
ADL Independence
Helping your child become independent in dressing, bathing, toileting, dental care, and daily routines both inside the home and within the their community.