Miriam Peykar, OTR/L
The Sensory Gyms
ABOUT
Miriam Peykar, OTR/L
Miriam received her degree in Occupational Therapy from New York University in 1995. In her 30 years of experience, she has received advanced training in sensory integration, astronaut training, neurotactile mnri/ self-regulation, therapeutic listening, reflex integration, Handwriting without tears, and MEDEK. She has worked with children of all ages in a variety of pediatric settings, including Early Intervention, preschools, elementary schools, and middle schools. Miriam opened a private practice sensory gym in her Brooklyn location in 2012 where she staffs close to 18 therapists that were personally trained by her. She opened a Queens location in 2019 where she staffs 12 therapists. Miriam and her team offer services at the gym, at playgroups, schools, and in some instances children's homes. She began working at Yachad's IVDU school in 2013 part-time as a staff therapist seeing children of all ages.
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Evaluations and
Screenings
A thorough evaluation is provided at the onset of services.
Assessments include:
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Comprehensive OT Evaluations for Children of all Ages
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Sensory profile parent questionnaire
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Reflex integration testing
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Peabody DSM-2 fine motor and visual-motor testing
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DTVP Visual perceptual testing
Treatment Areas
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sensory integration
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reflex integration
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fine motor and handwriting skills
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gross and fine motor coordination
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visual-motor skills
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MNRI with Rivky Wilenkin
Locations
We offer facility center-based and school-based OT in both Brooklyn and Queens, and on occasion home-based services throughout Brooklyn and Queens.
Insurance and DOE
We offer services through the Board of Education and insurance including most types of plans from these:
1199 SEIU
Aetna out of network only
Anthem (Empire) medicaid and CHIP
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna
Fidelis
Medicaid
Metroplus
United Healthcare Choice
Mission Statement
Our mission is to equip our children with the tools they need to achieve maximum success in all aspects of life. We strive to help children develop the skills and independence they need for home, school, and community life. Our treatment plans are personalized to each child’s needs and home programs and therapeutic techniques are provided to ensure optimal progress is achieved. We encourage parents to join in our sessions to learn how to carry out these techniques at home, during daily activities.
The Sensory Gyms
Our Brooklyn and Queens locations contains sensory gyms for active sensory play. Our gyms include sensory equipment designed to provide proprioceptive and vestibular sensory input -- swings, therapy balls zip line, rock climbing, etc. This equipment provides individuals with sensory processing deficits and other sensory needs access to the equipment they need for sensory regulation, creating space for a calmer and more focused child.
Rivki H.
"Miriam Peykar's sensory gym is state-of-the-art, new, modern, exciting - and just plain adorable. She includes all sorts of occupational therapy-based equipment in her 2 gym areas while making it fun, colorful, and enjoyable for the children. She has a fantastic, friendly, and professional team of OTs and OTAs that work with her. Miriam's warm character and calm demeanor make it a pleasure to work with her. The convenient location is also a plus. My child is thrilled to go to each session."
B.D.G
"I've had the great opportunity to work with Miriam and her staff for the past few years both as a parent and school leader.
The warmth and enthusiasm that radiates through the gym leaves my kids yearning for more!
The equipment is pleasantly arranged to attract the youngsters and is kept very well.
The staff is highly professional with exciting activities and extra love for each child.
Miriam gives over her vast knowledge, with practical steps that all can follow.
Their approach is all-encompassing, benefiting students across the spectrum".
F.H.
"Both my children benefited a lot from the gym as well as virtual OT services. The gym and equipment are state-of-the-art. Miriam is very knowledgeable and trains her staff very well. My children learned many new skills and tools for life. Miriam was very understanding and easy to work with and schedule with. I highly recommend this gym!”
Parents Testimonials