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Get to know me
“It has been a pleasure to collaborate with Mikaila in David’s care, but also in neurodiversity support in general. The neuro-divergent community is lucky to have her!” -David’s mom
Hi, I’m Mikaila. I graduated from the University of New Hampshire in 2012 and have been in Portland since 2018. I have worked with children with emotional, behavioral, cognitive, physical, and neurological challenges, for over a decade.
An ideal world would be one where all children and adults regardless of disability; feel included, safe, and supported. I want every child to know their potential.
In my free time, I love getting outside, reading, playing games with friends, and snuggling my pup.
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How my skills can help
Feeding
Been labeled as a “picky eater” for multiple well-child visits
Frequently drops foods from their diet
Is tube fed
Motor
Difficulty learning new motor skills
Handwriting challenges
Sensory
Overly sensitive to aspects of their environment or is constantly seeking movement to the point of disrupting daily tasks
Executive functions
challenges with problem-solving, organization, planning, sequencing, initiating, memory or recall
Emotional / Behavioral
Difficulty with transitions and changes in routine
Goes from 0 to 100 in an instant
ACC & Assistive
technology
support
Access to communication and assistive technology
Finding ways to adapt everyday tasks to be more accessible
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FAQs
What can I expect in a session?
Play is how children learn, and learning happens when it is fun and motivating. Your child and I will play and work on foundational skills for the goals we’ve created together. There will be coaching and collaboration to identify meaningful activities to work on until our next session.
How many sessions will my child need?
This depends on the child's needs and what you as a family can commit to financially and time-wise. Ideally, we would start with weekly sessions. I will give you a timeframe after the evaluation. Some kids may need a boost and be in OT for a few months; others may benefit from a year.
How long are the sessions?
Sessions are 45-60 minutes.
What if my child doesn’t cooperate?
This is a concern for some parents, and I get it- there can be a lot of stigma and shaming for parents, and that’s what I want to dispel! “Behaviors” are a form of communication and I’m here to help you with figuring out why the behaviors are happening and what they mean. We’re in this together.
What if I have more questions?
Contact me for a free 15 minute consultation and ask away
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Pricing
I am private-pay, but will provide you with a Superbill to submit directly to your insurance company to seek out-of-network provider reimbursement. It is up to you to investigate your coverage and you are responsible for any charges insurance does not cover. You can look into the Network Gap Exception and see if this applies to you. I accept cash, checks, credit cards, or HSA/FSA cards. Review
I provide services to the following zip codes at my hourly rate: 97211, 97212, 97218, 97232, 97220, 97213. If you fall outside of these zip codes, there will be an additional charge for extra drive time.
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No Surprises act
Right to Receive a Good Faith Estimate of Expected Charges Under the No Surprises Act
Under the No Surprises Act Under Section 2799B-6 of the Public Health Service Act, healthcare providers and healthcare facilities are required to inform individuals who are NOT enrolled in a plan or coverage or a Federal healthcare program, or NOT seeking to file a claim with their plan or coverage both orally and in writing of their ability, upon request or at the time of scheduling health care items and services,
to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” of expected charges.
You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost. Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.
• You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.
• Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.
• If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.
• Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or use my contact form to reach me