Play to Grow Pediatric Therapy
Helping Children Grow Through Play in Ridgefield, Connecticut
Play to Grow Pediatric Therapy is a privately owned pediatric occupational therapy practice based in Ridgefield, Connecticut, serving children and families throughout Fairfield County.
Welcome to Play to Grow
Our Approach
At Play to Grow Pediatric Therapy, we provide play-based therapy that helps children build the skills they need for meaningful participation in daily routines and activities.
We focus on what matters most to your child and family whether that’s getting dressed more independently, building the skills needed for school participation, or navigating daily routines at home and in the community. Therapy is tailored to each child’s strengths, needs, and goals, and always delivered in a way that feels natural and motivating.
Why Play to Grow?
At Play to Grow, we offer one-on-one care that is individualized, purposeful, and designed to support your child’s everyday life.
Your child will work with the same therapist each session, creating consistency, trust, and a strong foundation for progress. We meet each child where they are, supporting growth at their own pace in a supportive and engaging environment.
Skills We Help Children Build
Fine Motor Skills
Gross Motor Skills
Emotional Regulation
Play Skills
Sensory Processing
Self-care Skills (Activities of daily living)
Visual Motor Skills
Visual Perception
Self-Regulation
Executive Functioning
Our Services
Step 1: Free Consultation
Curious if occupational therapy could help your child? Schedule a free consultation to talk through your concerns and learn how therapy at Play to Grow can help your child build the skills they need to participate in meaningful activities at home, at school, and in the community.
Step 2: Evaluation
Following your consultation, we’ll schedule an evaluation to learn more about your child and create an individualized therapy plan.
Step 3: Therapy Sessions
Begin therapy sessions tailored to your child’s individual goals, using play-based activities and strategies that carry over into daily life. Parents also receive guidance and coaching on how to support progress at home between sessions.
Michelle is a licensed and board-certified Occupational Therapist and the founder of Play to Grow Pediatric Therapy, PLLC. She holds licensure in both Connecticut and New York State. Michelle earned her Bachelor’s degree in Health Science Studies from Quinnipiac University and her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from Western New England University.
Michelle has experience working in a variety of settings with children of all ages, including those with developmental disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Processing Disorder, Learning Disabilities, ADHD, and Down Syndrome.
She is passionate about providing a play-based, neurodiversity-affirming approach that supports meaningful participation in everyday routines. Her focus is on creating an environment where every child feels safe, understood, and supported.
Trainings and Certifications
NBCOT Certified Occupational Therapist (OTR/L)
American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Member
AEIOU Trained Therapist (Approach to Pediatric Feeding Intervention)
Therapeutic Listening®
Meet Your Occupational Therapist
Michelle Damelio, OTD, OTR/L
Doctor of Occupational Therapy
Founder of Play To Grow Pediatric Therapy, PLLC
