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Lauren Papania 

MOT, LOTR, CIMI

Lauren Papania is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist and Certified Infant Massage Instructor with over 10 years of experience. Her clinical background spans early intervention, outpatient pediatrics, and family-centered developmental care. 

Background and Experience

Lauren specializes in early childhood development and has extensive experience working with children navigating Sensory Processing Dysfunction, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Delay, feeding difficulties, and a range of genetic conditions. Lauren is passionate about helping families support their child’s growth through play, connection, and everyday routines.


Certifications & Special Training:

 

  • Certified Infant Massage Instructor

  • DIR®/Floortime Trained

  • NDT Trained

  • Zones of Regulation Certification

  • Ayres Sensory Integration® Trained

  • Handwriting Without Tears® Trained

Contact

Email: info@bloomtherapygroupnola.com

Phone: (504) 688-3568

Clinic Locations

Metairie Clinic

3001 22nd St

Metairie, LA 70002

Uptown Clinic 

2529 Jena St, Suite 104

New Orleans, LA 70115

Beginning June 1, all services will be provided exclusively at our Metairie clinic.

ASHA certified speech language pathologist

All of our Speech Language Pathologists are licensed and proudly maintain their CCC-SLP credentials. The ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) is a nationally recognized professional credential in the field of Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP), meaning our therapists meet the highest standard of excellence in the field.

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