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Led by experienced clinicians. Built on proven and effective strategies. Centered on your child.

At RISE, each and every one of your child’s sessions is purposeful and thoughtfully designed to foster progress. This is therapy, done differently.

What If Your Child Could Gain 6 Months of Progress—in Just 2 to 3 Weeks?

We get it—it sounds too good to be true. But it’s exactly what many RISE families say after just one intensive.

Don’t believe us? Hear from parents who’ve been through our program.

What Makes RISE Different

  • RISE therapists supporting a child on a therapy mat during an intensive OT and PT session in New Jersey

    One of the Only Dual OT + PT Intensives in NJ

    RISE is one of the only intensive programs in New Jersey where Occupational and Physical Therapy are fully integrated—not stacked. That means fewer gaps, faster gains, and a more connected experience for your child.

  • Baby smiling while RISE pediatric therapist provides early intervention occupational therapy in Westfield, NJ.

    We Don’t Wait for Change. We Accelerate It.

    Milestones don’t just happen—they’re engineered through focused frequency, expert hands, and a program built to unlock progress in weeks, not years.

  • RISE therapist engaging a baby in developmental exercises during intensive pediatric therapy in New Jersey.

    Expert Care That Feels Personal

    We’re not a health system or a hospital chain. We’re a close-knit team of specialists with advanced training in DMI, TASES, and neurodevelopmental techniques—treating every child with the same dedication and heart we’d give our own.

  • RISE therapist guiding toddler in play-based occupational therapy activities at the Westfield, NJ clinic.

    Convenience: Holistic & Well-Rounded Therapies All In One Place

    RISE offers PT, OT, Speech and Feeding sessions all in one place. These services are offered in both weekly/consult and intensive formats. Your time matters to us; you no longer need to travel to multiple locations to receive quality, holistic care.

The Science Behind Our Confidence—Why Our Approach Works.

Built on Brain Science, Not Guesswork

At RISE, our approach is rooted in neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to adapt, grow, and form new connections. We combine daily therapy sessions with dual-discipline OT and PT integration to maximize developmental windows and accelerate meaningful progress.

Advanced Certifications, Applied with Care

Our team holds advanced certifications in DMI (Intermediate A), TASES, NISE, OSKAR, DIR/Floortime, Vitalstim, CLC, QOM, PROMPT, Myofascial Release and specialized training in Neurodevelopmental Treatment. This deep expertise allows us to tailor each intensive with precision—so your child gets a care model that’s not just evidence-based, but also built with heart.

Breakthroughs Don’t Happen by Accident

Because real progress doesn’t come from “more of the same.” It comes from thoughtful design, consistent frequency, and therapists who know how to unlock what’s possible.

Every child deserves the chance to RISE—and every parent deserves to feel like they’ve found the right path forward.

The thing we hear most? "I just wish we started intensives sooner."

Meet the Therapists Who Built RISE

Dr. Aliza Sackin, pediatric physical therapist and co-founder of RISE Intensive Therapy in Westfield, NJ.

Dr. Aliza Sackin, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist + Founder

Nicole Readie, pediatric occupational therapist and co-founder of RISE Intensive Therapy in Westfield, NJ.

Nicole Readie, MS, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist + Founder

Our Certifications & Accreditations

IBCLC International Board Certified Lactation Consultant badge
DMI Dynamic Movement Intervention Intermediate A Certified badge
VitalStim swallowing therapy Certified badge
QOM therapy Certified badge
NISE therapy Certified badge
PROMPT speech therapy Certified badge
OSKAR Method therapy Certified badge
TASES Task-Specific Electrical Stimulation Certified badge
DIR Floortime and Sensory Integration Certified badge

How To Get Started — It’s Easy

Step 2: Get a Personalized Therapy Plan

We’ll design a tailored intensive program built around your child’s needs and goals. From their strengths and interests, to how they communicate—we get to know them deeply.

Step 1: Let’s Connect

Book a discovery call. It’s a two-way conversation—we want to make sure it’s the right fit for your family.

Step 3: Begin Your Journey with Rise. Start Seeing Change.

Whether you want to book an intensive session, weekly sessions or a one-off consult with one of our team members, we will work with you to find the best option for your family.

Not Sure If Intensives Are Right for You? Take This Short Quiz To Find Out.

Answer a few quick questions—and get clarity on whether your child could benefit from a high-frequency, results-driven therapy model.

We believe that difficulty calls us to rise up, and in that rising—we learn what we are capable of.

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RISE therapist supporting a young girl during an intensive pediatric physical therapy session in Westfield, NJ.
RISE occupational therapist holding and engaging a smiling baby during an intensive therapy program.
RISE therapists guiding a young boy through balance and strength activities during pediatric OT/PT intensives.