Physical & Occupational Therapy
School-based occupational and physical therapists collaborate with parents and educational staff to help implement each student’s Individualized Educational Program (IEP). When necessary, therapists may also partner with other staff members to modify the child’s routine or environment to foster more independence within the educational setting.
Occupational Therapy (OT) and Physical Therapy (PT) services are provided by therapists who are licensed through the Maryland Department of Health. While both OT and PT support students in development of foundational gross and fine motor skills, which includes positioning, posture, self-care, and self-management in the learning environment, OT focuses more on handwriting and feeding, and PT focuses more on balance and mobility.
For additional information regarding Physical and Occupational Therapy at MSD, please contact:
Michelle Bode, AuD, CCC-A Frederick Campus Email: michelle.bode@msd.edu Voice: 301-360-2045 VidePhone: 240-575-2985 |
Jennifer Mertes, AuD, CCC-A Columbia Campus Email: jennifer.mertes@msd.edu Voice: 410-696-3050 VidePhone: 410-696-7441 |
COLUMBIA CAMPUS
Jennifer Mertes, AuD, CCC-A
Director of Related Services
V: 410-696-3050
VP: 410-696-7441
FREDERICK CAMPUS
Michelle Bode, AuD, CCC-A
Director of Related Services
V: 301-360-2045
VP: 240-575-2985