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Play, Lead, Grow:

Pediatric Therapy That Empowers Confident Kids

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Bay Area, California

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Alvin Pineda MS, OTR/L

Alvin is part of the Collective of Therapists at The OT4Kids Collective in Belmont, California,


Alvin specializes in play-based, connection-based, and child-led therapies. In his practice, he focuses on interventions that nurture independence, boost self-confidence, and enhance coordination.


Beyond his primary methods, Alvin is well-versed in sensory integration techniques, Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI Intro Level C), Social-Emotional Skills, and the facilitation of fine motor skills, showcasing his comprehensive expertise in fostering child development.

Areas of Expertise and Certifications

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Sensory Integration

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Reflex Integration

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Community Based Support

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Occupational Therapy

Process & Services

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EVALUATION

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COLLABORATION

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Comprehensive Evaluations:

  • Sensory Processing/Sensory Motor
  • Gross Motor Skills
  • Fine Motor Skills
  • Visual Motor Integration
  • VIsual Percpetual Skills

Formal assessments encompass both standardized tests and clinical observations. This data establishes a baseline, identifies areas for growth, tracks progress, and demonstrates the need for ongoing therapy. need for therapy.

Family Consultations

Parent Education Meetings


We discuss the results of assessments and collaboratively identify goal areas to focus on. Our approach includes providing strategies and techniques to help generalize skills beyond the therapy sessions, ensuring continuous progress and application in daily activities.


Additionally, we offer accommodations tailored to both home and school settings, ensuring that support extends seamlessly beyond our sessions.

TREATMENT

Individual or Group Treatment

Following the assessment, we will develop a tailored treatment plan for your child. Treatment sessions will commence based on availability.


Now comes the fun part: engaging in play-based activities that facilitate growth and development!


Learn More About Me:

Alvin earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from William Paterson University in New Jersey back in 2010. With a decade of experience in special needs summer camps, after-school programs, home-based programs, and schools as a behavioral therapist, Alvin demonstrated a strong interest in pediatrics during his undergraduate and graduate studies. In 2016, he completed his Master’s of Science at Dominican College in New York.


In 2017, Alvin decided to work as a Travel School-Based Occupational Therapist, working in Non-Public Schools and Local Public School Districts across the Bay Area. He has worked with various age groups and diagnoses, ranging from mild to severe impairments, ages 2 to 21. Alvin focuses on sensory processing, with additional training in sensory-motor interventions, completion of the STAR Institute for Sensory Processing Disorder: Advanced Intensive Level 1 Mentorship, dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI) Intro Level C, Integrated Listening System, Reflex Integration, and the Astronaut Training Program. His training also includes social-emotional development, such as Social Thinking and the Zones of Regulation.


Alvin aims to provide unique treatment activities tailored to each child's needs, goals, and interests to enhance their self-confidence and achieve positive motor, social, and regulatory outcomes beyond the clinical setting.

OT in Action

Let’s Work Together

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Clinic and Community Based OT SF Bay Area

San Mateo County, California

Part of the Collective at OT4Kids

Belmont, California

Alvinp.OTR@gmail.com

If you are already on the OT4Kids waitlist, there's no need to contact us to be added again for OT services. Rest assured, you're all set! We appreciate your patience and look forward to working with you soon.

I’m intersted in DMI!

Please complete the DMI interest form below, and I will reach out to you as soon as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

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FAQ: My child has already undergone an OT evaluation at school or another clinic. Can we still schedule an appointment with your practice?

Answer: Absolutely! I welcome the opportunity to work with your child following their initial OT evaluation elsewhere. To schedule an appointment or discuss how we can best meet your child's needs, please get in touch with us via email. Please take into consideration that Alvin P Occupational Therapy Service and OT4Kids will most likely have a waitlist for services.

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FAQ: Do you accept insurance?

Answer: Alvin P Occupational Therapy Services and OT for Kids is a private, cash-based practice. While we do not directly accept insurance, we can provide a superbill at the end of each month. You can submit this superbill to your insurance provider for potential reimbursement. If you have any questions about this process or need assistance, please feel free to reach out to us.

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FAQ: How is Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI) billed?


Answer: DMI is billed under occupational therapy (OT) services. As an occupational therapist, I use DMI as a strategic framework to support and achieve developmental gross motor milestones. If you have specific billing questions or need further clarification, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

Contact with us

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AlvinP.OTR@gmail.com

AlvinP-OccupationalTherapy.com

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Clinic and Community Based OT SF Bay Area

San Mateo County, California

Part of the Collective at OT4Kids

Belmont, California