Kelsey Lavelle, M.S., OTR/L

Pediatric Occupational Therapist | Premier Pediatric Therapy

Kelsey Lavelle is a licensed Occupational Therapist with a passion for helping children develop the skills, confidence, and independence needed to thrive in their everyday lives.

Kelsey earned her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Florida Gulf Coast University and her Bachelor of Health Science from the University of Florida.

Her professional experience includes working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, Sensory Processing Disorder, ADD/ADHD, developmental and coordination delays. Through individualized treatment plans and engaging therapeutic activities, Kelsey focuses on helping children improve their motor skills, sensory processing, coordination, and participation in daily routines.

Kelsey has pursued specialized training in sensory integration, reflex integration, adaptive special needs education, and therapeutic yoga. She is a Certified Adaptive Special Needs Trainer (Level 2) and a Certified Creative Relaxation Yoga Therapy for Special Needs Instructor (Level 2). Her additional professional development includes coursework in autism, ADHD, behavioral strategies, anxiety, vision, and child development.

Kelsey believes therapy should be both meaningful and enjoyable. She enjoys incorporating movement, play, and creative activities into her sessions while collaborating with families to help children build skills that carry over into their everyday environments.

As a mother of three, Kelsey also brings a personal appreciation for the importance of supporting children and families through each stage of development.