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It Takes a Village
It Takes a Village
Are you worried about your child? Did they have a rocky start to life? Maybe they spent time in the NICU, are a twin, a baby of a difficult pregnancy, or maybe they just had to come into this world during a pandemic or maybe all of the above! I believe parents always know - TRUST YOUR GUT! If you are concerned about your young child (i.e., hitting milestones; having sensory needs that seem extreme; odd behaviors) or need support navigating a diagnosis, Milestone Solutions is a mobile occupational therapy company that services families at local childcare centers, preschools, and community centers. We can navigate this together! Early Intervention is magical and can make positive, permanent changes to your child's quality of life.
Meet Melissa Buffin, OT
Meet Melissa Buffin, OT
Melissa Buffin is a registered and licensed pediatric occupational therapist and a native to East Cobb. She was a Tritt, Hightower, Pope grad and is grateful to raise her own children in this amazing community. She received her bachelor's degree from the University of Georgia in 2003 and her Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from San Jose State University. Along with her master's degree, she brought back a husband, 2 kiddos, and 2 pups from her 16-year adventure in San Diego, CA. Melissa is passionate about all things sensory processing and the impact this processing has on motor function and quality of life. She believes deeply in early intervention, meeting children where they are at, honoring their current experience, weaving in digestible challenges and empowering parents to fully understand and support their children.
Continuing Education, Certifications & Career Highlights:
Extensive experience in pediatric outpatient; school district K-5; and early intervention programs
Sensory Integration and Praxis (motor planning) Certified
Advanced Therapeutic Listening Certified
Interactive Metronome Certified provider
Social Thinking Across the Home and School Day: The ILAUGH Model of Social Cognition
Paired and delivered services with a Canine Companions for Independence Facility Dog
Emotional Regulation Interventions and Targeted Outcomes
Golden Bell Award of Excellence Recipient from the California School Boards Association (Early Intervention Program Del Mar School District)
SOS Approach to Feeding
Beckman Oral Motor Assessment and Intervention
Reflex Integration
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Certified
Interoception & Toilet Training
Populations Served (non inclusive list): Sensory Processing Disorder; fine motor delay; gross motor delay; at risk NICU graduates; at risk premature (baby of multiples) babies/toddlers; ASD; CP; ADHD; ADD; Dyslexia; Hypotonia; limb difference; adoption related traumas/attachment; and many children without a diagnosis that have sensory processing concerns which impact their daily lives
Contact:
Email: melissabuffinot@gmail.com
P: 858-334-5435
servicing East Cobb
Treatment Hours:
M-F: 8am - 2:00pm
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