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Juli Polder

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MA, OTR/L, CLC

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Practice details and specialties

States Licensed to Practice

  • California

Education and Advanced Training

Texas Women’s University:
Masters of Arts - MA, Occupational Therapy, Pediatric Speciality

Creighton University:
Bachelors of Science - BS, Occupational Therapy

  • Sensory Integration Certified (SIPT)

  • Wilbarger Deep Pressure and Proprioceptive Technique

  • Handwriting Without Tears

  • Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC)

  • Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT)

  • Tethered Oral Tissues

  • Tummy Time Method

  • Rhythmic Movement Therapy International (RMTi) certification- levels 1 & 2

  • Reflex Integration Certification (Neuroplasticity)- In progress

Languages Spoken

  • English

Specialties

  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

  • Balance and Posture Issues

  • Emotional Regulation

  • Developmental Coordination Disorder

  • Developmental Delay

  • Down Syndrome

  • Early Childhood Development

  • Executive Functioning

  • Feeding and Oral Motor Difficulties

  • Fine Motor Delay

  • Handwriting Difficulties

  • Motor Delays

  • Motor Planning and Coordination

  • Play Skills

  • Self-Care Skills

  • Sensory Processing Disorder

  • Sensory Seeking or Sensory Avoidance Behaviors

  • Tongue Thrust

  • Transition and Routine Difficulties

  • Visual Motor Integration Problems

  • Visual Perceptual and Visual Motor Integration Difficulties

Get to know me

I am a licensed pediatric occupational therapist with experience in various settings and across a wide range of areas. Throughout my career, I have gained valuable experience working in hospitals, sensory-based clinics, private practices, home-based services, schools, grant-based preschool programs, and early intervention programs. My work has encompassed children from birth to high school age.

Over the years, I have witnessed the profound impact of therapeutic interventions and the remarkable adaptability of the brain when provided with the right sensory input. My passion lies in assisting families in proactively addressing their child's specific needs in a targeted manner to optimize development and to help children and families thrive. As a mother myself, I have experienced the transition into parenthood and faced challenges along the way. This personal experience fuels my dedication to supporting families and parents, offering education (as we often don't know what we don't know), and assisting families in establishing realistic rhythms and routines to simplify daily life. Parents and caregivers spend every day and night with their children, making them the experts on their child's needs. I firmly believe that by working together as a team we can achieve the best possible outcomes for both your child and your family.

I am a licensed pediatric occupational therapist with experience in various settings and across a wide range of areas. Throughout my career, I have gained valuable experience working in hospitals, sensory-based clinics, private practices, home-based services, schools, grant-based preschool programs, and early intervention programs. My work has encompassed children from birth to high school age.

Over the years, I have witnessed the profound impact of therapeutic interventions and the remarkable adaptability of the brain when provided with the right sensory input. My passion lies in assisting families in proactively addressing their child's specific needs in a targeted manner to optimize development and to help children and families thrive. As a mother myself, I have experienced the transition into parenthood and faced challenges along the way. This personal experience fuels my dedication to supporting families and parents, offering education (as we often don't know what we don't know), and assisting families in establishing realistic rhythms and routines to simplify daily life. Parents and caregivers spend every day and night with their children, making them the experts on their child's needs. I firmly believe that by working together as a team we can achieve the best possible outcomes for both your child and your family.

I am a licensed pediatric occupational therapist with experience in various settings and across a wide range of areas. Throughout my career, I have gained valuable experience working in hospitals, sensory-based clinics, private practices, home-based services, schools, grant-based preschool programs, and early intervention programs. My work has encompassed children from birth to high school age.

Over the years, I have witnessed the profound impact of therapeutic interventions and the remarkable adaptability of the brain when provided with the right sensory input. My passion lies in assisting families in proactively addressing their child's specific needs in a targeted manner to optimize development and to help children and families thrive. As a mother myself, I have experienced the transition into parenthood and faced challenges along the way. This personal experience fuels my dedication to supporting families and parents, offering education (as we often don't know what we don't know), and assisting families in establishing realistic rhythms and routines to simplify daily life. Parents and caregivers spend every day and night with their children, making them the experts on their child's needs. I firmly believe that by working together as a team we can achieve the best possible outcomes for both your child and your family.

I am a licensed pediatric occupational therapist with experience in various settings and across a wide range of areas. Throughout my career, I have gained valuable experience working in hospitals, sensory-based clinics, private practices, home-based services, schools, grant-based preschool programs, and early intervention programs. My work has encompassed children from birth to high school age.

Over the years, I have witnessed the profound impact of therapeutic interventions and the remarkable adaptability of the brain when provided with the right sensory input. My passion lies in assisting families in proactively addressing their child's specific needs in a targeted manner to optimize development and to help children and families thrive. As a mother myself, I have experienced the transition into parenthood and faced challenges along the way. This personal experience fuels my dedication to supporting families and parents, offering education (as we often don't know what we don't know), and assisting families in establishing realistic rhythms and routines to simplify daily life. Parents and caregivers spend every day and night with their children, making them the experts on their child's needs. I firmly believe that by working together as a team we can achieve the best possible outcomes for both your child and your family.

I am a licensed pediatric occupational therapist with experience in various settings and across a wide range of areas. Throughout my career, I have gained valuable experience working in hospitals, sensory-based clinics, private practices, home-based services, schools, grant-based preschool programs, and early intervention programs. My work has encompassed children from birth to high school age.

Over the years, I have witnessed the profound impact of therapeutic interventions and the remarkable adaptability of the brain when provided with the right sensory input. My passion lies in assisting families in proactively addressing their child's specific needs in a targeted manner to optimize development and to help children and families thrive. As a mother myself, I have experienced the transition into parenthood and faced challenges along the way. This personal experience fuels my dedication to supporting families and parents, offering education (as we often don't know what we don't know), and assisting families in establishing realistic rhythms and routines to simplify daily life. Parents and caregivers spend every day and night with their children, making them the experts on their child's needs. I firmly believe that by working together as a team we can achieve the best possible outcomes for both your child and your family.

Other Interests

Outside of work, I spend my time with my family. Being a mom and a wife is my greatest joy. I love helping in my kids' classrooms, finding fun activities for my kids to participate in, cooking healthy and nutritious foods, gardening, going on adventures, enjoying the outdoors, traveling, and learning new things. I am a life long learner and I am constantly seeking out new opportunities for learning- whether it be the latest course related to my profession (I am constantly taking courses!), personal development, Bible Study courses, computer skills and AI, cooking, or art,... I have a burning desire to learn and try it all!

"Kinspire focuses on the entire family by involving the caregivers and other service providers in a seamless and cohesive way. When families are an integral part of the care team, the best outcomes are possible! All of a sudden children are getting therapeutic activities frequently throughout every single day rather than once a week. I also love that Kinspire makes occupational therapy services accessible to families who live in rural areas and/or areas where the availability of practitioners is limited. The Kinspire model also works so well for busy families who want the on-going support of a therapist to work their child's program into their daily rhythms and routines, allowing for optimal outcomes."