Great Kids Place

Great Kids Place Pediatric occupational therapy specializing in sensory processing disorders, dyspraxia, & ADHD Parents are encouraged to participate in every session.

Great Kids Place offers sensory and relationship-based occupational therapy services to address challenges in sensory processing, motor skills, learning, engagement, social interaction, attention and emotional regulation. We work with children and their families using our own unique play based model to address sensory motor and social emotional development simultaneously. At Great Kids Place, pare

nts and therapists play side by side our great kids. Therapists meet with parents to set functional real life outcomes for goals and work with the family in each session. We also offer parent meetings to review progress, strategies and goals. This approach significantly improves carryover and enhances relationships.

One year ago today, we lost our founder, mentor, and friend, Michele Parkins. While there isn’t a day that goes by that ...
07/17/2026

One year ago today, we lost our founder, mentor, and friend, Michele Parkins.
 
While there isn’t a day that goes by that we don’t miss her, we are reminded every day that her legacy lives on—in the children who discover confidence through play, the families who feel seen and supported, and the therapists who continue the work she loved so deeply.
 
Michele believed that relationships change lives and that play is one of the most powerful tools we have to help children grow, heal, and connect.
 
Today, we invite you to honor her in the simplest and most meaningful way:
 
💙 Take Time to Play 💙
 
Spend fifteen uninterrupted minutes with a child today. Build something. Create something. Laugh together. Read a story. Go outside. Follow their lead. Because those moments of connection matter more than we often realize.
 
Thank you for helping us continue Michele’s vision every single day. ❤️ Her legacy lives on in every relationship, every breakthrough, and every joyful moment of play. 🦋
 

🎉🎙 A Sensory Emotional Lens has been recognized by as one of the Top 8 Sensory Processing Disorder Podcasts on the Web!...
07/16/2026

🎉🎙 A Sensory Emotional Lens has been recognized by as one of the Top 8 Sensory Processing Disorder Podcasts on the Web!

This recognition means so much to us, especially because this podcast was born from Michele’s passion for helping others see children through a sensory and emotional lens. Her mission was always to make this knowledge accessible to families and professionals around the world, and we're honored to continue sharing her voice and vision.

A heartfelt thank you to every listener, guest, colleague, and supporter who has been part of this journey. Your encouragement, conversations, and willingness to learn alongside us have made this possible. And thank you to FeedSpot for this incredible recognition!

07/08/2026

Kicking off summer with a GKP-style dunk tank! 🎯

This fun creation provides opportunity to practice hand-eye coordination, force generation, & postural stability for the thrower and visual-motor integration, timing, & a bit of patience for the person “getting dunked”… plus, they get a burst of vestibular and proprioceptive input each time they get dunked!

Our have the most creative minds 🧠

Thank you for visiting, FDU SOTA! 🌟
07/08/2026

Thank you for visiting, FDU SOTA! 🌟

🌟 Happy Father’s Day! 🌟Today, we’re celebrating all the dads, grandpas, stepdads, uncles, and father figures who make a ...
06/22/2026

🌟 Happy Father’s Day! 🌟

Today, we’re celebrating all the dads, grandpas, stepdads, uncles, and father figures who make a lasting difference in the lives of children through their love, presence, and everyday moments of connection.

We see how meaningful these relationships are. Whether you’re building forts, shooting hoops, exploring the outdoors, lounging in ball pits, reading one more bedtime story, or simply sitting with your child during a tough moment, you’re helping nurture the sense of safety, trust, and belonging that supports growth and development.

The little things matter. The laughter, encouragement, patience, and shared experiences help children build confidence, resilience, and strong sensory-emotional foundations that last a lifetime.

Thank you for being an important part of your child’s journey. We celebrate you today and every day. 💙

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06/20/2026

☀️School’s out, summer’s in! ☀️

Our GreatKids are jumping headfirst into all the fun summer has to offer! 😎

💚 Happy Mental Heath Provider Day! 💚Today we celebrate the providers who understand that mental health is not separate f...
05/13/2026

💚 Happy Mental Heath Provider Day! 💚

Today we celebrate the providers who understand that mental health is not separate from development — it is woven into every relationship, every interaction, and every moment of connection. 💚

At GKP, we believe regulation grows through relationships. A child’s ability to feel safe, connected, organized, and confident is deeply rooted in the sensory and emotional experiences they have with the people around them.

Our model recognizes that movement, hearing, vision, emotional safety, and connection are all part of the same developmental story. When we support the nervous system, strengthen parent-child relationships, and create environments where children feel understood, we create the foundation for growth — not just physically, but emotionally, socially, and cognitively too.

Mental health providers are often the steady presence helping families navigate overwhelm, anxiety, dysregulation, and uncertainty while also celebrating every small victory along the way.

To the providers walking beside children and families every day with compassion, patience, and hope — thank you for the work you do. It matters deeply. 🤍

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🌷 Happy Mother’s Day from Great Kids Place! 🌷Today, we’re celebrating the incredible mothers and caregivers who help chi...
05/11/2026

🌷 Happy Mother’s Day from Great Kids Place! 🌷

Today, we’re celebrating the incredible mothers and caregivers who help children grow, connect, and thrive every single day. 💖

From a sensory-emotional and occupational therapy perspective, the bond between a child and their caregiver lays the foundation for so much of a child’s growth — emotional regulation, confidence, sensory processing, social connection, and the ability to engage with the world around them. ✨

Moms are often the playful protectors, connectors, wondering experimenters, encouraging supporters, the organizers, and safest spaces their children know.

Through everyday moments — comforting hugs, playful interactions, patient support during challenges, and unconditional love — they help shape strong, resilient, and confident kids. 🧠🌸

To all the amazing moms in our practice and community: thank you for the countless ways you nurture, support, advocate for, and love your children. We see the care you pour into every day, and we celebrate you today and always. 💐

Happy Mother’s Day to the hearts behind so many great kids. 💕

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05/08/2026

There's still time to vote! Help other parents by sharing your recommendations before May 31st. 🗳

VOTE for NJ Family 2026 Kids’ Favorite Doc Awards! 🤩

Thank you for all of your love and support every year! ❤️

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21 Pine Street #205
Rockaway, NJ
07866

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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+19735868396

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