Pediatric Outpatient OT Clinic and Evidence Based Therapeutic Programming
Locations in Rowley, Amesbury, and Boxford Massachusetts

KidSHINE Mission & Vision

Creating Strong Bodies.  Strong Minds.  Strong Hearts.  And helping Kids SHINE.

We aspire to empower your child to SHINE in their daily life by discovering and amplifying their unique strengths and supporting them in reaching their individual goals.

Our Core Values

  • We care about kiddos and families
  • We pursue excellence in treatment
  • We build community
  • We use an innovative, evidence-based approach
  • We are continuously learning and growing while having fun too

OUR SERVICES

Occupational Therapy

kidSHINE offers individual pediatric occupational therapy evaluations and 1:1 occupational therapy session, uniquely designed to support each child’s success in his or her daily “occupations”, including school, social participation/ leisure activities, and activities of daily living. We offer occupational therapy services in Rowley, Boxford and Amesbury, Massachusetts.

EXERSHINEkids POWER Bootcamp Program

kidSHINE offers a one-of-a-kind program, EXERSHINEkids an OT inspired, high intensity exercise group program for enhancing strength, motor skills, regulation skills and confidence in children of all ages and ability levels, from preschool aged through teenage years. This evidence based, trademarked, thematic program targets sensory foundations and motor development while teaching regulation strategies and fostering community and confidence within a leisure group.

SummerSHINE Programs

kidSHINE offers unique indoor/ outdoor summer programs that enable children to build skills while also challenging themselves physically and socially. Intensive week-long programs provide a motor and sensory boost with exciting themes like Ninja Week, Leggo Camp and Forest Friends.

What Parents Think

We have loved kidSHINE for our son who has sensory issues and low muscle tone. Amy has given feedback that we haven’t heard from previous providers and definitely not from school evaluations! It’s a great atmosphere for kids of all abilities and offers opport notices for parent classes as well. It’s amazing for the whole family!

L.D.

I highly recommend Amy Wheadon and kidSHINE. She has an incredible ability to explain child development and provide information and suggested activities for parents, caregivers and teachers to create opportunities to assist children to overcome difficulties and reach their potential. Take a look at her website and Facebook page to see the fun children are having! kidSHINE is fantastic!

— S.S.

Just wanted to say that you guys are doing an amazing job!! I am a very “Covid stressed person” and was worried about bringing the boys back, as this was honestly their first time getting out of the house in months to any appointments. I can say that I feel VERY safe and comfortable bringing the boys to KidSHINE though with all of the safety measures that you have in place! I’m so glad that they are back!

— J.B.

I just wanted to say a huge THANK YOU for an amazing ExerSHINE Kids POWER Bootcamp today. Both of my kids had an absolute blast. I will definitely be signing my children up for your classes in the spring. They both loved it! I now understand why everybody speaks so highly of kidSHINE. Amy is so great at what she does. You can tell she truly loves her job, and puts 110% into it. Thank you so much for a wonderful class!

— M.F.

Just want to let you know how grateful we are for all you guys did and continue to do during this complex time. My son’s spirit has been filled by the continued in person sessions. We love and appreciate KidSHINE so very much.

— K.M.

Emily B.

OT, MS, OTR

Emily is a licensed and registered Occupational Therapist who received her master’s degree in Occupational Therapy in 2022, from American International College in Springfield, MA. She gained clinical experience working with children with ADD, ADHD, SPD, ASD, and a variety of other diagnoses. She has her bachelor’s degree in exercise physiology and considers fitness a passion. Emily is enthusiastic about incorporating the use of therapeutic exercise and movement in her treatment sessions to help bring confidence and success to children and their families. 

In her free time, Emily enjoys exercising, playing with her dog, hiking, and spending time with friends and family.