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Where behavior is understood, potential is nurtured, and families thrive.

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The Thrive Group’s expertise lies in their ability to understand what each child needs and combine their vast knowledge and training with genuine warmth, care, and patience. I know that Miriam and her team’s ultimate goal is to get each child to the point where they are thriving independently!

Symptoms

We heal the child, not the symptoms.

At The Thrive Group, we treat childhood behavioral challenges using a holistic, interdisciplinary approach that considers the whole child within the context of their physical, emotional, and familial dynamic, helping them become calmer, happier, more adaptable and more focused.

Working closely with parents, educators, and caregivers, we develop a personalized therapeutic plan for each child based on their unique challenges, personalities, and needs. Problem-solvers at heart, our unique approach combines traditional occupational therapy with a creative blend of proven techniques to help children work through negative behavior patterns, leading not only to a healthier child, but to a more positive parent-child relationship and more harmony in the home.

Through playful sessions in our unique sensory gyms, goal-driven treatment plans, practical techniques, and continuous caregiver support, our mission is to provide a safe haven where children can truly be themselves as they grow and thrive to their full potential.

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Why The Thrive Group?

We consider the whole person.

While many practitioners take a specific, narrow approach—whether cognitive, medical or otherwise—we strive to get to the root of the problem, combining various techniques and modalities to create a holistic plan tailored to each individual that walks through our door.

We communicate about goals.

We know how difficult therapy can be, especially when it seems like you’re going in circles. We outline clearly defined short- and long-term objectives, reviewing and adjusting protocol when necessary, so you’ll never feel like progress is stagnant.

We invest in relationships.

No dysfunction exists in a vacuum. We consider the child’s social, emotional, and family dynamics, keeping open lines of communication with the child’s teacher, therapist, social worker, and/or psychiatrist when relevant to ensure a smooth process.


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In Our Clients’ Own Words…

  • Dearest Miriam, just a little token of appreciation for putting in your heart and soul to help me and my family. May you always have health and strength to continue with your amazing work and changing people’s lives for the better. With much appreciation. Leslie

  • Miriam was amazing! Really enjoyed her presentation. She was so warm and felt approachable, not preachy. Thanks for arranging!

  • Wow, about last night on the “Finding your Center” course !
    Miriam is a really talented and engaging speaker and had such a wealth of experience and knowledge. I loved her suggestions, her collaborative approach of listening to the teachers in the group, and giving very simple yet profound suggestions.

  • Hey Miriam, I was just thinking about things tonight and wanted to say Thank You. I know it’s your job but you’re still probably one of the most important and respected adults in my life, barring my parents. I take forever to warm up and trust people fully and I can say that I have actually done so with you. It’s because of the careful and respectful way that you treat me, while looking out for my best interests. Thank you so much! RD

  • Hi, hope you had an amazing winter vacation! Just wanted to let you know that I got two beautiful reports for Sara at PTA. One teacher mentioned how in the beginning of the year she noticed that Sara would get distracted so the assistant would stay close by to help her refocus, but she doesn't even need that anymore. Otherwise a really good report, that she knows her alphabet really well! AB

  • Dearest Miriam,
    The message of perseverance and strength
    Is something you taught me at length
    You lit the light lying within me,
    You’re helping me feel free.
    You proved to me that it’s not numbers that count
    But the strengths we’ve been bestowed with in a large amount
    The way you empower me, is definitely going a long way
    It gives me the ability to blossom day by day
    Thank you
    Zoey White and family

  • Dear Mrs Manela,
    Thank you for diffusing an aroma of calm and order into your OT room, such a setting allows Vivian to blossom and bloom. Thank you for diffusing acceptance along with a push and a drive, creating a willingness to put forth more effort and to continue to strive. Thank you for diffusing and spraying your care as your understanding shines through, Vivian is so happy as feels your love in all that you do. Thank you for being a special role model diffusing and spreading the scent of your warm and bright smile, Vivian is learning ore than just skills, she is learning good traits and to go the extra mile. Thank you for diffusing a sweet fragrance as you build and guide, polishing Vivian, our little gem, so she can shine with pride. You have set up your office with the perfect flavor and scent, creating an ambiance and environment to learn and to grow, we don't take it for granted and appreciate all the time, effort and love you put in to make everything flow. Thank you for everything you do so that Vivian can progress and become the best she can be, may G-d repay you, diffusing blessing, happiness and success into your own family. Sam and Mary Mobel

  • May you see beautiful pride and success in yours, as you have helped us reach ours. KT

  • Dearest Miriam, we wanted to share this beautiful milestone with you! Thank you for all you’ve done to help us get to this milestone with connection and true inner happiness. A and F Lawrence

  • My daughter is a different person. She’s excited to go to school. She’s doing well in school. She's well liked in school. She’s doing great and I’m so grateful.
    G. Kelly


How We Work

Consultation

After you fill out a few forms with information about your child, we schedule an initial meeting to deconstruct your child’s symptoms and try to understand the underlying issues that may be causing them. We also discuss any specific needs and concerns you may have regarding treatment.

Evaluation

Following the parent consultation, we schedule a child evaluation, where we interact with your child and perform tests to better understand the challenges discussed at the parent consultation. This allows us to establish a baseline so we can determine the best treatment plan for your child.

Brainstorming

Our team combines their expertise and works collaboratively to brainstorm and develop a personalized course of treatment. We create targeted short-term and long-term goals aimed at helping your child develop, mature, and acquire practical skills he can use at home and in school.

Action

We put your child’s plan into action with the help of innovative therapeutic techniques, therapeutic games, and focused sessions in our fully-equipped sensory gym. Through continuous communication with caregivers, we constantly re-evaluate and adapt to ensure the highest chances of success.

Meet The Thrive Group Team

Bloom is an online membership that gives you access to a library of resources, including in-depth video toolkits, handouts, activities/exercises, and free online resources. Join this online community for a monthly fee and gain ongoing support to understand and encourage your child.

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