Kristina is originally from Western Massachusetts, and has lived in the Boston area since 2018, working primarily in the South End neighborhood of Boston as well as Quincy, Braintree and Milton. Kristina received her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at Springfield College, and holds a certification with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) as an OTR, Occupational Therapist Registered, as well as a professional license to practice in the state of Massachusetts.
Kristina is a Primitive Reflex Clinical Specialist. Primitive reflexes are automatic/involuntary movements fundamental for the development of muscle tone, sensory integration, head control and overall development. As a specialist, Kristina is trained to test for, assess, then work to integrate retained primitive reflexes. Additionally, Kristina is a certified therapist with AEIOU, an integrated approach to pediatric feeding.
Kristina has spent the majority of her career servicing and working with children (aged 12 months to 16 years) and families in public school and private practice settings. Kristina supports development in executive functioning, sensory processing, feeding, dressing, hand development, motor planning and visual perceptual skills. As a practitioner, Kristina values a family-centered approach. She aims to collaborate closely with parents and caregivers in an individualized way. Her beliefs are rooted in neurodiversity affirming approaches and she is looking forward to working with the families at Niche!
After working hours, alongside an Inclusion Preschool Teacher, Kristina leads the first ever Girl Scout troop at an elementary school in the South End of Boston. Kristina loves to spend time in the community with family and friends. You can find her planning her next travel adventure, searching for good food, or listening to an audiobook! Kristina is a proud new mother to her two daughters.
