A Rise Above: Occupational Therapy Services LLC

A Rise Above:  Occupational Therapy Services LLC We help children, teens and adults with neurological conditions think, move and perform life better

02/23/2026

Congratulations to Emilie Klingman on her study: "A Mixed Methods Study of Occupational Therapy Expert Practice Patterns: Guidelines for Evaluating Pediatric Concussion-Related Vision Disorders" for being accepted for publication in OJOT! Loved being her mentor and helping her on this project- so many great things coming out of this program!

Thank you to the American Occupational Therapy Association for hearing our request to establish a neurological remedial ...
02/20/2026

Thank you to the American Occupational Therapy Association for hearing our request to establish a neurological remedial vision rehab Community of Practice that differentiates this practice area from low vision and promotes the collaboration with the field of Optometry. This is a win for both professions and we can't wait to get this started.

Stay tuned for the launch of this program and a big Thank You to Yvette, Alicia's Capstone student, for moving this forward with your research!

In today’s session, we worked on improving proprioception and spatial awareness using auditory feedback techniques while...
02/18/2026

In today’s session, we worked on improving proprioception and spatial awareness using auditory feedback techniques while on figure skates, eyes closed. By tapping on different surfaces around the room, our physical therapist, Jesse, created sound cues to help the patient locate, orient, and move toward the source.

This type of sensory-based intervention helps strengthen the connection between hearing, movement, and body awareness. It challenges the brain to map space more accurately while promoting motor planning and coordination.

It’s always exciting to see how integrating simple, creative tools like sound can make a meaningful impact on functional mobility and confidence. Every session is an opportunity to help the brain and body communicate more effectively!

Continuing to celebrate lots of mini wins in function, in sleep, in body signals and self regulation.  We continue to bu...
02/17/2026

Continuing to celebrate lots of mini wins in function, in sleep, in body signals and self regulation. We continue to build endurance and self awareness for all of our clients, no matter your reason for being here. Come experience a win with us and improve your brain, body, function and life!

Eight years ago, on Valentine’s Day, I welcomed my very first patient into outpatient private practice. What began as a ...
02/13/2026

Eight years ago, on Valentine’s Day, I welcomed my very first patient into outpatient private practice. What began as a small leap of faith has grown into something far more meaningful than I could have imagined.

“Big ideas come from forward-thinking people who challenge the norm, think outside the box, and invent the world they see inside rather than submitting to the limitations of current dilemmas.”

Over the past 8 years, we’ve had the privilege of walking alongside each and every one of you. We celebrate your victories, your resilience, and your courage.

We see our patients as people, not body parts.
We honor your trauma as part of your story, not a barrier to progress.
Where others may have given up, we remain committed — to improving symptoms, restoring function, and helping you reclaim your life.

Healing happens through connection, through trust, through laughter, and above all, through passion for what we do. And when passion leads the way, incredible things can happen. Passion never fails.

Thank you for trusting us, for allowing us to be part of your journeys, and for making these 8 years so incredibly special. ❤️

Celebrating a Valentine's Birthday a bit early... Happy Birthday, Meghan! Hope you have a wonderful birthday and year tr...
02/12/2026

Celebrating a Valentine's Birthday a bit early... Happy Birthday, Meghan! Hope you have a wonderful birthday and year traveling around the sun! 🧡💛💘🌞

02/10/2026

🧘‍♀️ Back feeling tight or stiff? Let’s fix that.

This quick video walks you through 4 gentle stretches to help relieve back tension and improve mobility:
• Cat/Cow
• Child’s Pose
• Thread the Needle
• Hamstring stretch with a nerve glide

These are great for easing stiffness from sitting, stress, or long days—and can be done at your own pace. Breathe, move slowly, and listen to your body.

▶️ Try them now, save this video for later, and share it with someone whose back could use a reset. Still tight? Call us and schedule an appointment for added relief and strengthening!





And we have a winner! Congrats on your score 😉...WTG  🏈🔵🟢
02/09/2026

And we have a winner! Congrats on your score 😉...WTG 🏈🔵🟢

Reaching all Occupational Therapists on this page who have an interest in vision remediation.... we have requested of th...
02/07/2026

Reaching all Occupational Therapists on this page who have an interest in vision remediation.... we have requested of the Representative Assembly that an AOTA position paper be written in support of what we do everyday so that it is recognized and standards are created for collaborative care. If you are a member, please make your voice heard by voting green on this emerging practice area. We can't do this in isolation or silos....please support this request with your own stories of success. 👀🧠

Please share on your favorite OT and vision pages and read the explanation of the why below in the comments!

American Occupational Therapy Association 7501 Wisconsin Ave., Suite 510E Bethesda, MD 20814-6519 phone: 1-800-729-2682 email: customerservice@aota.org

Score guesses are in and we wore Football Friday 🏈 Closest guess wins a fun basket....and yes...we went with a PA theme!...
02/06/2026

Score guesses are in and we wore Football Friday 🏈 Closest guess wins a fun basket....and yes...we went with a PA theme! It's Eagles vs Steelers, right?

✨ Mini Win: Progress after discharge ✨“I still have occasional issues with explaining my thoughts backwards. However, I ...
02/05/2026

✨ Mini Win: Progress after discharge ✨

“I still have occasional issues with explaining my thoughts backwards. However, I now take it slow and cautious—and that really helps, especially with work meetings. My confidence is back, which as you know I struggled with all last summer.”

This win isn’t about being symptom-free.

It’s about:
🧠 Recognizing processing differences instead of fighting them
⏸️ Using intentional pacing as a strategy
💬 Communicating more clearly in high-demand work situations
💪 Rebuilding confidence that had been lost

This is what sustainable progress looks like—
not pushing through, but knowing how to support your brain when it needs it.

Sometimes the biggest wins show up after therapy ends.

✨ Mini Win: Awareness is the first win ✨“I feel like a lot of my issues are related to my brain not processing what I’m ...
02/04/2026

✨ Mini Win: Awareness is the first win ✨

“I feel like a lot of my issues are related to my brain not processing what I’m seeing. I’m finally realizing this now because we’ve started interoception. There’s no way I would have recognized this before doing this with you.”

This is a powerful shift.

This win isn’t about fixing everything yet—it’s about:
🧠 Recognizing how the brain processes visual information
👀 Connecting symptoms to visual load and effort
💛 Developing interoceptive awareness that wasn’t there before
🌱 Gaining insight that creates choice, control, and regulation

When someone can name what’s happening in their body and brain, they’re no longer guessing or blaming themselves—they’re learning.

And that awareness?
That’s the foundation for everything that comes next.

Address

2380 Schoenersville Road, Suite 200
Bethlehem, PA
18017

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 12pm

Telephone

+14842154690

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