Starburst Therapy, Inc.

Stacey Drew, OTD, OTR/L Stacey is a pediatric occupational therapist with a bachelor's degree in health science and a master's and doctorate degree in occupational therapy with a specialization in pediatric science. She has worked with great dedication and passion in school-based and private practice services. She understands the rigors and expectations throughout the educational and child developmental process from the perspective of a mother and as a therapist. Client-centered and strength based evidence-informed practice guides the therapeutic process. She integrates a wealth of training and expertise into sessions with comprehensive, holistic evaluations, sessions, top protocols and home programs. Stacey holds certifications and specialized training in the following areas: Certification in Administration and Interpretation of the Sensory Integration and Praxis Tests (SIPT), Perceptual Enrichment Program, SOS Approach to Feeding, Interactive Metronome, Integrated Listening System Practitioner, Kids Coaching Connection Coach, Handwriting Without Tears and Loops and Groups Handwriting Programs, S'cool Moves, Zones of Regulation and Alert Program. In her free time, she enjoys art, travel, yoga and hiking. Deborah Baumgarten, HON, OTR/L Deborah received a BSc. Honors degree in occupational therapy in Johannesburg, South Africa where she started her career. She soon realized her passion for helping children in need, while working in underserved rural and urban hospitals and schools. After moving to the USA, she continued her work in pediatrics and has dedicated herself to the treatment of children of all ages and diagnoses across all areas of pediatric practice, including hospitals, community-based outpatient therapy, early intervention, schools, and private practice. Deborah immerses herself in ensuring the best outcomes for her clients and their families with her vast experience and therapeutic expertise. She is certified in Neurodevelopment Treatment (NDT), NDT Baby treatment, Sensory - Integration, Myofascial release, and Kinesio taping. She has also received extensive training in the treatment of Torticollis, infant and toddler feeding therapy, The SOS feeding approach, Musgatova reflex integration, therapeutic listening, and Integrated Listening Systems (ILS). When she is not working with children, she spends her free time running, playing tennis, traveling, doing yoga, raising her teenage son and daughter, and doting on her two Staffordshire Terriers.