THRIVE! Through Play

Experience personalized, play-based occupational therapy designed to nurture your child's growth and confidence. Discover our compassionate, expert care in Los Angeles.

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Welcome!

THRIVE! Occupational Therapy is led by Melissa Epstein, a pediatric occupational therapist dedicated to helping children build skills, confidence, and independence through engaging, play-based support.

Services include occupational therapy assessments, individual and group OT, sensory integration, feeding therapy, executive function coaching, community integration, and social skills training, along with parent support and school-based training. Together, these services support the development of planning, organization, communication, and daily life skills in practical, developmentally appropriate ways.

THRIVE! proudly serves children and adolescents throughout Los Angeles, partnering with families to help children navigate everyday routines and social environments with greater confidence and success.

Engaging Activities

Discover therapy that’s as unique as your child. Melissas bespoke programs are crafted to fit each child’s individual journey, unlocking their full potential with precision and care.

Personalized Programs

Dive into therapy that’s all about fun! My dynamic sessions transform learning into an exciting adventure, sparking joy and enthusiasm while building crucial skills.

Family Support

Join a supportive network that fuels success! I provide families and educators with the tools, knowledge, and encouragement needed to champion every child’s growth and achievements.

From ages 0-18

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Types of Services

OT Assessments

Comprehensive evaluations that identify a child’s strengths, challenges, and functional needs to guide individualized support.

Individual & Group OT

Play-based therapy provided individually or in small groups to support skill development, independence, and confidence.

Sensory Integration

Therapy that helps children better process sensory input to improve regulation, attention, and participation in daily activities.

Children playing with toys in sensory exploration table.

Community Integration

Support focused on helping children build independence and functional skills in real-world community settings.

Social Skills

Targeted support to help children develop communication, interaction, and peer relationship skills through real-life practice.

Executive Function Coaching

Coaching that supports planning, organization, task initiation, and follow-through for daily routines and responsibilities.

Feeding Therapy

Specialized support for children with feeding challenges to promote positive mealtime experiences and increased food acceptance.

School & Daycare Training

Collaboration and training for educators and caregivers to support a child’s success across learning environments.

Parent Empowerment & Support

Education and guidance that equip parents with practical tools to support their child’s development at home and beyond.

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Testimonials

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Both of my daughters had the opportunity to work with Melissa and i'm so glad they did! Her kindness, patience, and her extensive OT knowledge allowed my girls to thrive and blossom. They loved their appointments with her, viewing it as play time but meanwhile they were learning important skills and habits!

- Catherine M.

Melissa is a knowledgeable OT who connects well with kids! My 10 year-old son has been working with Melissa since he was in second grade. She makes activities fun so that kids are often working on skills without even knowing it. Melissa turns everything into a game, and my son responds well to the increasingly difficult challenges.

- Lynn S.

Melissa is extremely patient, attentive, and knowledgeable. She comes into each session with so much positivity and encouragement! She loves to get down on the floor with Sunny and knows exactly when our daughter needs a little break. We are so thankful to have found Melissa, she is truly outstanding!

- Joy C.

Location:

1623 S Orange Grove Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90019

Email:

[email protected]

Phone Number:

(310) 870-9664

Hours of Operation:

Mon- Thurs: 7am-6pm
Friday: 7am-4pm
Saturday: 7am-12pm