New Jersey Pediatric Neuroscience Institute

09/03/2026

Play can be a child’s way of communicating. 🧡

Children don’t always have the words to explain what they are feeling or experiencing. Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) uses play (a natural form of expression for children) within a safe, supportive therapeutic relationship.

In CCPT, the child is given the opportunity to lead the play while a trained therapist provides consistency, empathy, and acceptance. Through play, children can explore emotions and experiences that may be difficult to express with words.

At NJPNI, Avrohom Blesofsky, LCSW, CCPT, specializes in Child-Centered Play Therapy and supports children experiencing concerns such as anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, behavioral concerns, and trauma-related needs.

For some children, play can create a meaningful space to express themselves, process experiences, build skills, and feel understood.

Because sometimes the most meaningful communication doesn’t begin with words. 🧩

09/01/2026

09/01/2026

September is Craniofacial Acceptance Month, and NJPNI is proud to join the Children’s Craniofacial Association in celebrating and supporting individuals and families affected by craniofacial differences. 💛

This year’s theme, “Celebrate Community,” is a reminder of the importance of acceptance, understanding, inclusion, and connection.

At NJPNI, we are honored to care for children with craniofacial conditions and to support their families throughout their care journey. We also recognize the important role that education and advocacy play in creating communities where every child feels seen, valued, and included.

Throughout September, we’ll be sharing additional information and resources in recognition of Craniofacial Acceptance Month.

Celebrate community. Promote acceptance. Support one another.

Learn more about the Children’s Craniofacial Association at ccakids.com.

08/28/2026

With Labor Day weekend approaching, we want to remind our families to plan ahead.

📅 All NJPNI offices will be closed Monday, September 7th.

If your child will need a prescription refill before the holiday weekend, please submit your request by 4:00 PM on Thursday, September 3rd.

Planning ahead can help avoid any interruption in medication needs while our offices are closed.

Wishing all of our patients and families a safe and enjoyable Labor Day weekend! 💙

08/27/2026

📣 We’re Hiring!

New Jersey Pediatric Neuroscience Institute (NJPNI) is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Pediatric Physiatrist / Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Specialist to join our growing multidisciplinary team.

At NJPNI, you’ll work collaboratively with pediatric neurologists, neurosurgeons, therapists, and other specialists to provide comprehensive, family-centered care for children with neurological, neuromuscular, developmental, brain, and spinal cord conditions.

Why join NJPNI?
• Full-time and part-time opportunities
• Flexible scheduling
• Opportunities across multiple NJPNI locations
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
• Strong clinical and administrative support
• Access to advanced diagnostic and therapeutic resources
• 401(k) matching, health insurance, dental insurance, and paid time off

Compensation: $250,000–$300,000 annually

We are seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Pediatric PM&R physician who is passionate about improving function, independence, and quality of life for children and their families.

Interested in joining the NJPNI team?

🔗 Learn more and apply: bit.ly/4gAXQmX

08/26/2026

Please join us in welcoming Juliet Young, MS, CGC, to NJPNI!

Juliet is a board-certified genetic counselor and a graduate of the Genetic Counseling Program at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.

Her background includes clinical and research experience focused on neurogenetics and movement disorders, including additional training at Mount Sinai’s Movement Disorders Center. She has counseled patients and families across a range of neurogenetic concerns, including autism spectrum disorder, seizures, and movement disorders.

Juliet is passionate about creating a supportive environment where patients and families feel heard, understood, and empowered. She helps families navigate complex genetic information with compassion, clarity, and a thoughtful approach to shared decision-making.

She joins Jillian Kirk, CGC, expanding NJPNI’s genetic counseling team and our ability to support children and families navigating neurogenetic conditions.

We’re thrilled to welcome Juliet to NJPNI and look forward to the expertise and compassionate approach she will bring to our patients and families.

08/24/2026

Families in Hamilton Township and throughout Mercer County can access specialized pediatric neurology and neurosurgery care closer to home at NJPNI.

Our Hamilton location provides care for infants, children, and adolescents with a wide range of neurological and neurosurgical concerns, including:

• Epilepsy and seizures
• Developmental delays
• Headaches and migraines
• Concussions
• Hydrocephalus
• Other complex neurological and neurosurgical conditions

Our goal is to make high-quality pediatric specialty care more convenient for families in Hamilton, Princeton, Lawrence Township, Ewing, and surrounding communities.

📍 NJPNI – Hamilton
3840 Quakerbridge Road, Suite 110
Hamilton, NJ 08619

📞 973-326-9000
Appointments can also be requested online at www.njpni.com

Specialized pediatric care, closer to home.

08/21/2026

Fall sports are getting underway, which means it’s a good time for parents, coaches, and young athletes to brush up on concussion awareness.

A concussion doesn’t always look the way people expect. A child does not have to lose consciousness, and symptoms may not always be obvious immediately after an injury.

A few important reminders for parents:

• Symptoms can appear later. Keep an eye out for changes after a hit or fall, even if your child initially seems okay.
• Loss of consciousness is not required. A concussion can occur after a blow to the head or body.
• When a concussion is suspected, the athlete should sit out. They should not return to play that day and should be evaluated by a healthcare professional.
• Returning to sports takes time. Return to play should happen gradually and with appropriate medical guidance.

NJPNI’s New Jersey Concussion Center provides evaluation and follow-up care for children and adolescents with suspected concussions. Our team also offers ImPACT neurocognitive testing when appropriate as one tool to help assess cognitive function and monitor recovery.

As the season begins, one message is worth remembering:

When in doubt, sit it out.

08/20/2026

Every child moves, grows, and develops differently. Pediatric physical therapy can help support the strength, balance, coordination, and movement skills they need along the way.

At NJPNI, our pediatric physical therapists work with infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents who may be experiencing motor delays, physical challenges related to neurological or developmental conditions, injuries, or musculoskeletal concerns.

Treatment is individualized to each child and may include therapeutic exercise and stretching, neuromuscular re-education, gait and balance training, positional therapy, parent education, and post-operative rehabilitation.

During an initial visit, our team evaluates areas such as motor skills, strength, range of motion, flexibility, posture, gait, balance, and functional skills to develop a treatment plan based on each child’s individual needs and goals.

Helping children heal, grow and thrive. 💛

08/18/2026

A first pediatric neurosurgery visit can bring a lot of questions. Knowing what to expect can help families feel more prepared.

Pediatric neurosurgeons have specialized training in diagnosing and treating neurological conditions in children, including conditions affecting the brain, spine, and peripheral nerves.

At NJPNI, our neurosurgery team works closely with neurologists, therapists, psychologists, orthotists, and other specialists to help create a coordinated plan of care for each child and family.

During an evaluation, the goal is to better understand your child’s condition, discuss concerns and possible next steps, and determine whether additional evaluation, treatment, specialty care, or follow-up may be appropriate.

Our pediatric neurosurgery team cares for children with a wide range of conditions, including hydrocephalus, craniosynostosis, Chiari malformation, brain and spinal cord tumors, spina bifida, cerebral palsy, vascular malformations, and other neurological conditions.

Have questions before your child’s visit? Our team is here to help families feel informed and supported throughout the process. 💛