Brianne Font, OTD, OTR/L
I’m Dr. Bri – an occupational therapist, more commonly known as OT. I work with children of all ages and understand how difficult it can be to get kiddos interested in learning new skills. Developing games and activities centered on play-based learning and occupational science has become a passion of mine. I love using my background to put unique OT spins on crafts and activities to make them fun and educational… the best part, kids don’t even realize they’re learning!
I earned my bachelors, masters and post-professional doctorate degrees from Misericordia University and now I teach at the university as an adjunct professor for the weekend college program. I have worked in out-patient clinics, early intervention and school-based programs in both PA and VA and have a huge passion for pediatric therapy. With a focus on pediatrics, I have found a love for feeding therapy (with infants, newborns and children of all ages) as well as a passion for vision. I am all about being a neuro-divergency affirming therapist and whole heartedly believe that every child should be provided with the support they deserve to grow and thrive on the road to independence. |
Check out the blog and resources created by OT Bri
Hi there, OT Bri here! I am so glad you've taken a moment to check us out! True To You Therapy is not only my private practice, but also an online resource page where I am dedicated to educating, encouraging and empowering those who care for children. When I entered the field, I noticed that many of my colleagues were utilizing the same resources for ideas, activities and parent hand outs. Although these resources were (and still are) extremely useful, I am not one to do things just like everyone else. I started making my own games, worksheets, activities and handouts and decided to share them with more than just the families I work with.
My hope is that this will be a space filled with helpful ideas and information, rather than something to make you feel insecure about how your child is developing. Although there are milestones that each child should reach, no two children are the same and it is important to always keep that in mind! I am a registered and licensed Occupational Therapist, however, this is not a place for skilled therapeutic intervention. The ideas on this website are for informational purposes and are not medical advice. A website can never replace an individualized treatment plan developed by a skilled professional. If you are concerned about the development or functional abilities of your child, talk to your pediatrician, seek out a developmental pediatrician or contact your local occupational therapy clinic (maybe True To You Therapy if you're local). There is no harm in discussing your concerns with a professional.
Every child deserves to enjoy the time they spend learning, so why not make it fun for everyone involved in the process! I hope this will be a helpful resource for you and I am excited to provide you with the tools you need to make learning fun and functional.
Please note: Appropriate supervision should be given to your child when completing activities from this site. You (the adult) will need to decide what types of activities will be safe for your child to engage in. Furthermore, reasonable caution should be used when implementing ideas from this site; particularly if there is any risk of injury (e.g., falling, crashing), choking (e.g., small parts), drowning (e.g., water play), or allergic/adverse reaction (e.g., materials/ingredients). The author and blog disclaim liability for any damage, mishap, or injury that may occur from engaging in any activities from this post or this site.
My hope is that this will be a space filled with helpful ideas and information, rather than something to make you feel insecure about how your child is developing. Although there are milestones that each child should reach, no two children are the same and it is important to always keep that in mind! I am a registered and licensed Occupational Therapist, however, this is not a place for skilled therapeutic intervention. The ideas on this website are for informational purposes and are not medical advice. A website can never replace an individualized treatment plan developed by a skilled professional. If you are concerned about the development or functional abilities of your child, talk to your pediatrician, seek out a developmental pediatrician or contact your local occupational therapy clinic (maybe True To You Therapy if you're local). There is no harm in discussing your concerns with a professional.
Every child deserves to enjoy the time they spend learning, so why not make it fun for everyone involved in the process! I hope this will be a helpful resource for you and I am excited to provide you with the tools you need to make learning fun and functional.
Please note: Appropriate supervision should be given to your child when completing activities from this site. You (the adult) will need to decide what types of activities will be safe for your child to engage in. Furthermore, reasonable caution should be used when implementing ideas from this site; particularly if there is any risk of injury (e.g., falling, crashing), choking (e.g., small parts), drowning (e.g., water play), or allergic/adverse reaction (e.g., materials/ingredients). The author and blog disclaim liability for any damage, mishap, or injury that may occur from engaging in any activities from this post or this site.
Looking for ideas?
Use our activities and more page where you can find games, crafts and activities designed to help children learn through play as well as information about what it is that occupational therapists do! As a pediatric occupational therapist, I understand how difficult it can be to get kids to engage in learning activities. By incorporating movement and play into learning, kids are more eager to participate and often don't even realize they are developing the skills they need as building blocks for the rest of their lives. The resources and information you will find on this site are created to assist parents, teachers, medical professionals, really everyone involved in a child's development, to have fun while facilitating the development and growth of functional skills. Learning and functional skill development can be fun for everyone involved!