Empowerment, Transformation, and Joyful Growth Awaits!

Join us on a journey of growth where challenges become milestones and every step is a celebration of potential

Imagine a world where your child’s struggles are not barriers, but catalysts for growth, discovery, and strength. At Theraplay LA, we’re not just therapists; we’re allies on your family’s journey, turning uncertainties into joyful milestones.

Transforming Obstacles into Triumphs

Parents Come to Us Seeking Clarity Amidst Their Child's Silent Struggles.

They Notice When:

  • Simple playground activities highlight delayed motor skills.

  • Sensory overload leads to intense meltdowns or withdrawal, disrupting daily life, or avoiding social situations like birthday parties.

  • Mealtime becomes a battlefield of stress and worry due to eating or speech difficulties.

  • 'Picky eating' evolves into a serious concern impacting nutrition and social interactions.

  • Despite ongoing therapies, progress plateaus, hinting at deeper, unresolved issues.

 Celebrating Every Milestone: Our Families Speak

  • “After several months of trying to get our 9-month-old to stop refusing solid foods or gagging on anything we actually could get him to eat, I called my doctor concerned and she recommended Marielly. We had no idea how Marielly was going to get our baby to start eating - isn’t it just supposed to be a natural thing babies progress towards? Marielly came to us for an in-home consultation to see our son in his environment and she immediately put us at ease. She was caring and engaging with him and explained everything she was doing so we could understand. She immediately knew where his issues stemmed from and started us on a plan that included weekly Theraplay sessions and exercises for us to do at home. Within a few weeks, he was eating more and more. And three months later, he was eating so well that he easily joined everyone in pizza and birthday cake on his first birthday. Now at 20 months he is an eating machine and eats everything with gusto. Thank you so much Marielly!” — A.K

  • I reached out to her when we needed help with our 4 yr old son’s aggressive outbursts, poor sleeping patterns, and what seemed to me like sensory processing issues. I didn’t know at that time if he needed occupational therapy, but I knew we needed help. In the first 15 minutes of talking to her over the phone, she was so open, and insightful, she knew exactly how to relate, and provided so much-needed feedback. She began working with my son over zoom, and despite the challenges of keeping a 4yr old engaged through “distance learning” she always was patient, professional and engaged him with so many forms of play and learning Marielly continually provided feedback and education, with time for us to talk at the end of each session. Her work with myofunctional therapy, has helped our son’s sleep improve tremendously. His gross and fine motor skills, bilateral coordination have all improved, and more importantly, he is overall more regulated. To say “Thank you” is not enough. Marielly is so knowledgeable in a child’s physical, emotional and psychological development, and truly understands how it all connects. She always took the time to explain the “what and why”, and kept encouraging us even when it seemed tough!” — A.A.

  • “We would truly be lost without Dr. Marielly! She was instrumental in getting our child to meet her milestones, overcome sensory issues, and so much more. Dr. Marielly met our child exactly where she was at and approached each session with thoughtfulness, patience, and practically. If something did not work in one session, by the next session she tailored a new approach. She truly goes above and beyond and makes each session engaging and fun. I cannot recommend her enough!”  — B.W.

  • “The team at TheraPlayLA is absolutely incredible! The evaluation process is so thorough and the value you get with so many specialities under one roof is unlike any other clinic experience we've had. Our son has had the opportunity to work with both Marielly and several other OTs on her team and he has had a very positive experience every time. I literally couldn't ask for a better group to have on our team to support our kiddo! 1,000% recommend!”

    -L.W

Doctor Marielly: A Guiding Light in Pediatric Therapy

With a clinical Doctorate, a.k.a. an “OTD,” in Pediatric Occupational Therapy and nearly 13 years of hands-on experience, Doctor Marielly is more than a leading expert — she's a beacon of hope for countless families. Her personal journey, marked by sensory challenges and ear infections during her youth, has given her a deep, empathetic understanding of the children she serves.

At TheraPlay LA, Doctor Marielly combines cutting-edge research with heartfelt care, ensuring every child gets the personalized attention they deserve. Her innovative approaches, like the integration of airway health, sleep, sensory processing, nutrition, and motor skills stem from a profound commitment to go beyond conventional methods and truly unlock each child's potential.

Recognized nationally for her expertise, Doctor Marielly isn't just the foundation of Theraplay LA; she's a pillar of support for every child and family who walks through our doors.

Why Theraplay LA?

  • Daily Empowerment:

    We infuse everyday life with strategies that resonate, foster independence, and nurture confidence by collaborating with caretakers, academic teams, and those who play a critical role in your child’s day-to-day life.

  • Individuality Honored:

    Your child is unique. We delve into their world, turning struggles into strengths by honing in on their natural abilities while bolstering areas in need of support to bring forth their full potential.

  • Transformative Approach:

    By intertwining advanced methods in occupational, speech, and sleep therapy, we create a multifaceted approach that's not just unique, but transformative and forward-thinking.

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Our Pillars of Change

  • School of Sleep:

    Revolutionize restful nights, witness life-changing days. Through our School of Sleep, we equip your child for brighter mornings and vibrant growth.

  • Dynamic Intensives:

    In these focused sessions, your child rapidly masters new skills, making significant developmental strides that turn each moment into a celebration of noticeable, joyous achievements.

  • Unifying Strength:

    Together, stronger. We unite all pillars of your child’s world, whether familial or academic, to build a fortress of support and love that fosters growth.

Empower Your Child to Thrive

Every parent dreams of their child thriving, living a life of self-discovery and constant growth towards the best version of themselves. At TheraPlay LA, Doctor Marielly and her team’s mission is to address sleep, airway, sensorimotor, and feeding challenges with individualized, heartfelt care. Imagine a future of diminished uncertainty, frustration, and guilt!

Step into a growth-focused community where victories are moments of shared celebration. Embrace a partnership where your child’s true potential blossoms, cultivated through intentional and nurturing care. Your family's journey of transformation starts here. Let’s embark on this beautiful adventure together.

Your New Chapter Begins

Rooted in cutting-edge research and innovation, the Marielly Method perfectly melds state-of-the-art approaches at the forefront of sleep and airway health with pioneering therapeutic interventions. We don’t just witness change: we ignite it, fast-tracking your child’s progress.

Our Cutting-Edge Approach

Are You Eager to Explore New Chapters in Your Child’s Journey?

Theraplay LA - Where every challenge is a doorway to ever-evolving potential.

Every child has a unique rhythm, a personal melody waiting to be sung. Start the journey to unlock their symphony. Contact us today and let's transform challenges into harmonious tunes of triumph together.

 FAQs

  • To enable Doctor Marielly and staff to dedicate as much time as possible to patient care, we operate a fee-for-service practice. When we opened our practice in 2012, we chose not to contract with any insurance providers, so that we can devote valuable time to our patients and minimize time spent on the administration of insurance claims and interaction with insurance companies.

    Although we do not contract with any insurance providers, we can provide you with an insurance reimbursement claim form (also called a “superbill”) upon your request.

    A diagnosis code will be required from your physician for this super bill as we are legally not allowed to diagnose. Once your invoice is paid and we receive a diagnosis code from your physician we can give you a complete super bill. You can then submit it to your insurance provider so that your provider and reimbursement can process your claim.

    Please note that we do not accept the assignment of insurance reimbursement as payment for services rendered. We do not administer the processing of insurance claims. If insurance providers mail payment to Marielly Mitchell OTD, OTR/L, SIPT, SWC we will return these payments to insurance carriers. It is the patient’s responsibility to follow-up claim submissions with insurance providers.

  • Unfortunately, due to rising gas prices, increased demand for our services, and logistical complications, we are no longer able to offer this service. That being said, our Los Angeles Team of OTs and SLPs are available to see families via telehealth upon request.

  • Yes! We are happy to announce we’ve once again begun treating families in our 2,500 square foot Los Angeles sensory gym filled with unique equipment and fun activities. Our newly revamped space includes a brand new rock wall, monkey bars, a zip line, and a play loft! Not to mention more equipment for climbing, swinging, and playing.

    You can find us at 1070 S. La Brea Ave.

    Los Angeles, CA 90019

    Please be aware: for everyone’s health and safety, we’ll be regularly sanitizing our sensory gym. We also request that parents wait in our outdoor waiting area or in their cars for the duration of their child’s session.

  • The number and frequency is entirely dependent on the needs of your child and what they're working on. That being said, we’ve observed a greater success rate when initially implementing an intensive model (up to 5 times per week) and tapering down the number of sessions as progress develops. We want to avoid spreading the therapeutic process over months and years.

    Think of it like starting a new exercise program: you’ll see more results if you train several times per week rather than random workouts once a week.

  • For families outside of Los Angeles, we’re excited to provide virtual or in-person coaching to parents. These sessions will guide you through exercises and how to support your child.

    Just like our in-person therapy, we’ll answer your questions and provide resources to give you peace of mind and a path forward.