A Root Cause Approach
to Occupational Therapy
Strengthening the Foundation for Longer Lasting Change
The Connected Kids Difference
We don't chase the symptoms. We strengthen the foundation.
Root Cause Focused
We don't just treat what we see on the surface. We dig deeper to address the neurological foundation driving your child's challenges.
Beyond Traditional OT
We use approaches and modalities most practices don't offer, including photobiomodulation, vagus nerve stimulation, reflex integration, and sensory integration.
Family Centered
We meet your child where they are and equip your family with the tools and knowledge to continue progress outside of sessions.
Address the Root Cause.
Build the Foundation. See Lasting Change.
Where Breakthroughs Happen
Meet the owner
Jaclyn Pastena, OTD, OTR/L, CPRCS
Doctor of Occupational Therapy, Certified Primitive Reflex Clinical Specialist
Dr. Jaclyn Pastena, OTD, OTR/L, is the founder of Connected Kids Pediatric Therapy. She earned her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from Creighton University in 2020 and has since pursued advanced training in sensory integration, primitive reflex integration, and photobiomodulation (low-level laser therapy). After recognizing that traditional therapy often focused on surface-level symptoms, she shifted her practice toward a root-cause, neuroscience-driven approach that strengthens the foundational brain-body systems underlying a child's challenges.
As a mom herself, Dr. Pastena understands what it feels like to want the very best care for your child. She takes a holistic, multifactorial lens — collaborating closely with families and other providers to support nervous system regulation, sensory processing, and overall neurological organization. This passion ultimately led her to develop NeuroConnect Intensives using NeuroAdaptive Therapy™ and low level laser therapy, designed to help children build stronger foundations for lasting growth, regulation, and connection.
"Absolutely grateful for the exceptional care and expertise provided by Jaclyn for my toddler! Within just a month, my child has shown incredible progress, surpassing my expectations. The thorough assessments conducted at first visit was seamlessly integrated that as a parent, I didn't even notice. She walked through the assessment findings and had a plan. The dedication and professionalism here have made an immeasurable impact on my child's development. Highly recommend Jaclyn, she is an outstanding therapist!"
"We loved our time in occupational therapy with Jaclyn. She was so patient with my son and adapted to meet his needs and interests. My son immediately clicked with Jaclyn and looked forward to her visit each week. All of our sessions were focused and playful. Our focuses in OT were largely integrating retained primitive reflexes, sensory integration and bilateral integration. My son has improved in all areas! Jaclyn always updated me each week with my son's progress and suggestions of ways to continue practicing throughout the week. I always appreciated when Jaclyn celebrated my son's successes! We highly recommend Jaclyn and Connected Kids Occupational Therapy."
"I knew my daughter needed some help with sensory processing, but I knew she wouldn't actively participate unless she loved the OT provider, and we hit the jack pot! She loves “miss Jaclyn” and tells all her friends about her. Aside from how lovely Jaclyn is, she also knows her stuff! We started seeing progress in many areas almost immediately. The at home exercises and ideas for nervous system regulation have been game changers and we are excited to continue to see our daughter thrive! I can't recommend Connected Kids enough!"
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