School-Based Therapy

Explore School-Based Therapy in Long Island and New York's 5 Boroughs

At Metro Therapy and Powerback Pediatrics, we believe that every student deserves the opportunity to thrive, both academically and personally. Our strategy: to provide high-quality, compassionate, and effective therapy services directly within the school environment. We want to be a partner who seamlessly integrates with school staff and empowers students to reach their full potential and make the most of their educational experience. 

We have a dedicated team of licensed and certified professionals committed to making a difference. Our philosophy goes beyond just providing therapy; we work as partners with schools, teachers, parents, and, most importantly, the students themselves. We are guided by a core set of values:

• Collaboration: We work closely with school teams to develop tailored plans that align with each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) and classroom goals.
• Expertise: Our therapists are specialists in their fields, staying current with the latest research and evidence-based practices to ensure the best possible outcomes.
• Holistic Approach: We understand that a student's success is multifaceted. We focus on social-emotional well-being, communication skills, and physical development to support the whole child.
• Compassion: We create a supportive and encouraging environment where students feel safe to grow, learn, and express themselves.

Our presence in a school district is to improve a student’s educational well-being by developing the skills needed for greater independence and safety. We encourage group and peer-to-peer interaction to promote greater generalization of skills in the classroom.

Our Services

Our team is the heart of our company. Each member brings a unique blend of skills and passion to their work.  We offer a comprehensive range of school-based therapy services, including:

• Speech-Language Therapy: To help students with communication, articulation, fluency, and social language skills.
• Occupational Therapy: To improve fine motor skills, sensory processing, and daily living activities that impact classroom performance.
• Physical Therapy: To address gross motor skills, balance, and mobility, ensuring students can navigate their school environment with confidence.
• Professional Development:  We tailor our professional development and training offerings to meet the needs of the school district and its staff and to help empower them as they support their students.
• Special Education Instruction:  To provide educational support to students in the resource room or receiving Special Education Instruction services. 
• Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy (ABA): To help students with autism gain new skills in communication, socialization, and daily living, as well as manage or modify behaviors that can interfere with learning and academic instruction. 
• Assistive Technology Services:  To enable students to access the curriculum, participate in classroom activities, and achieve academic success by providing students with tools and resources to succeed. 

If you are a parent interested in school based services for your child, please contact your school to get started today!

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We currently provide services in more than 60 school districts and are proud of the relationships we have built with our existing school district partners. 

Are you a member of a school district who is interested in a partnership with Metro Therapy? Please fill out the form below!