Therapy At Play

Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapists and Social Workers have a dedicated room to practice.

In response to the need for accessible centralized pediatric therapy services in the area, At Play is partnering with licensed and mission-aligned clinicians who will see children onsite by appointment.

Core Values

At Play’s approach is neuropositive, strengths-based, inclusive, and accessible. Our space is intentionally designed with principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and grounded in the pedagogical value of open-ended, uninterrupted play.

We believe that diversity, in all forms, enriches our playspace and enhances the quality of our programs, allowing us to serve the needs of all families effectively. At Play is dedicated to fostering a safe, supportive space where every individual is treated with dignity and respect.

This policy aligns with our mission to promote inclusion and accessibility and reflects our core values of empathy, equity, and respect for all.

OnSITE THERAPISTS

🌿 At Play: Pediatric Therapy Intake Form

Share a bit about your child’s needs, and we’ll do our best to identify a therapist or program that aligns with what you’re looking for.
The information you share is kept confidential among At Play staff and participating providers. This form is non-clinical and non-medical and is used solely for scheduling and program coordination. While we cannot guarantee a match for every child, we’ll do our best to connect families with available clinicians or programs that may be a good fit. Thank you.
Please note that participating providers are independent practitioners partnering with At Play to support families in our community.

  • Occupational Therapist

    Katie Heuman-Heeney is a licensed occupational therapist (OTR/L) with a deep passion for disability rights, advocacy, and empowering children through compassionate, individualized care. She is committed to strength-based, trauma-informed, and child-led approaches that honor each child's unique strengths and support meaningful participation in everyday life.

    Katie brings specialized training in Therapeutic Listening, Astronaut Training, Handwriting Without Tears, and Size Matters Handwriting Program—evidence-based tools that allow her to address sensory and motor development in a holistic, thoughtful way.

    With a creative and playful spirit, Katie especially enjoys helping children build fine motor and visual motor skills, which are essential for success in areas such as handwriting, self-care, and play. Her sessions are engaging, purposeful, and centered on each child’s interests, creating a safe and supportive environment where kids can explore, grow, and thrive.

    Guided by a strong belief in neurodiversity and inclusion, Katie is a committed advocate both within and beyond the therapy space. She strives to ensure that all children and their families feel seen, supported, and empowered.

  • Rachel Hass is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a specialty in Child and Adolescent Therapy. At the core of her practice, Rachel deeply values children’s and families’ voices, histories, resourcefulness, and strengths. She honors her role in working with children and families/caregivers who are navigating challenging moments in their lives, holding her position as a partner in development and support for both parents and children.

    Rachel provides a strengths-based, anti-bias, trauma-informed, reflective therapeutic space for children, parents, and adolescents. She utilizes play therapy with children ages 2 to 10, supporting language development, social skill building, and centering emotional life themes that children navigate in early childhood.

    Rachel holds a Master’s in Social Work from the Hunter College School of Social Work, with a specialty in Play Therapy and Play Group Therapy, as well as a Bachelor of Arts degree from Oberlin College. She has extensive experience working with children and parents/caregivers through her private practice. She also supports teachers and supervises social workers in child care settings through her role as a Mental Health Specialist at Bank Street College’s Center for Emotionally Responsive Practice.

    Rachel facilitates workshops, support groups, and consultations for parents, teachers, and staff in schools, shelters, and child care programs across the city. She has also worked as adjunct faculty at the Bank Street Graduate School, serving as an Instructor of Child Development.