A unique Occupational Therapy approach which focuses on strengthening the brain–body connection to support emotional regulation, resilience, and functional skills for success at home, school, and beyond.
About
Learning Links OT
We work alongside caregivers to promote long lasting transformational shifts by treating foundational challenges using neuro developmental approaches. Using brain-based bodywork and targeted supplemental techniques, we assess where your child is developmentally, identify foundational skills that may be underdeveloped or missed, and create a clear, individualized plan to support forward progress. Our approach is structured, safe, and encouraging meeting your child where they are while building the neurological foundations needed for growth and success.
Services:
Evaluation
Treatment Sessions: Individual, Dyads, Groups
School Observations/Consults
Coaching
Remote Listening Programs
Techniques and Methods:
Masgutova Method MNRI
Sensory Integration
Brain Gym
Unyte Listening Therapies: SSP, RRP, ILS
Total Motion Release
Therapist/Owner
Cristy is a licensed Occupational Therapist with 25 years of clinical experience spanning birth through adolescent care. She has an additional Masters in Child Development and is a MNRI (Masgutova Method) Core in Training. She is a Unyte provider of Sound Based Therapeutic Intervention including ILS, SSP, and RRP. Cristy uses a neurodvelopmental polyvagal-informed approach that emphasizes growth, resilience, and skill development.
In addition to her professional background, Cristy is a parent of two children, one of whom is neurodivergent, an experience that meaningfully informs her collaborative, family-centered approach. Outside of work, she enjoys running and exercise, reinforcing her belief in movement as a foundational tool for regulation, resilience, and lifelong health.
Cristy believes that development and progress is possible and that she can help you access the conditions for growth and success.
Out of Newtork Provider - Fee for Service
Superbill provided for Claim Submission
Cristy Mendoza
Occupational therapy
Services
OT Evaluations, Treatment, Consultation, and Coaching
Approaches
- MNRI
- Sound Based Therapy: Unyte SSP, ILS, RRP
- Total Motion Release
- Brain Gym
Testimonials
Locations
Learning Links OT Home Office
Maplewood Township, NJ 07040
Brain Train Learning Center
Summit, NJ 07901-1921