Jennifer N. Padilla Melendez
Founder / Occupational Therapist
OTDOTRMNRIRITP Reflex IntegrationBeckman Oral Motor
Occupational Therapy
Motiv8 Pediatric Therapy, LLC
Center-based in Friendswood, TX
5.0(4 Google reviews)
Accepting new clientsCenter-based
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Insurance
1 plans
Ages served
Birth–18
Availability
Accepting new clients
Setting
Center-based
Languages
English, Spanish, Vietnamese
Overview
Occupational Therapy for autism in Friendswood
Founded in 2020 by Dr. Jennifer Padilla Melendez, this Friendswood outpatient clinic delivers occupational therapy to kids from newborns through age 18. The three-therapist team addresses sensory processing, fine and gross motor development, feeding, self-care, and play — drawing on reflex integration, Beckman Oral Motor, and sensory integration methods. Spanish- and Vietnamese-speaking therapists are on staff, and BlueCross BlueShield is accepted.
Best for
Children ages birth to 18 whose families want clinic-based OT with credentialed, bilingual therapists and a multi-method approach to sensory, motor, and feeding goals.
Their approach
Each clinician brings specialized certifications — MNRI, RITP reflex integration, Beckman Oral Motor, and sensory integration — and applies them through play-based, client-centered sessions that include parent training.
What to expect
Sessions are held in-person at the Friendswood clinic, Monday through Friday; the practice accepts BlueCross BlueShield and families should call 409-998-0388 to inquire about scheduling.
Services
Services & specialties
- Ages
- Birth–18
- Focus
- fine motorgross motorsensory integrationself-carefeedingreflex integrationvisual motorplay skillsoral motorattentioncoordination
- Settings
- center
The people
Meet the Motiv8 Pediatric Therapy, LLC team
Team includes 3 occupational therapists.
Stephanie P. Hollub
Occupational Therapist
MOTOTMNRIRITP Reflex IntegrationSensory Integration
Stephanie has worked exclusively in pediatric OT since earning her MOT from UT Medical Branch in 2013, with a background rooted in outpatient and school-based settings. She is certified in sensory integration and RITP reflex integration, and focuses on handwriting, self-care, and executive functioning alongside her MNRI training.Read more
Mariann Gor
Occupational Therapist
MOTOTRRITP Reflex Integration
Mariann brings over a decade of OT experience — gained across outpatient, inpatient rehab, and home settings — since earning her MOT from UT Medical Branch in 2010. She is Vietnamese-speaking, RITP reflex integration certified, and trained in pediatric development, neuromuscular re-education, and rehabilitation.Read more
Payment
Insurance & payment
BlueCross BlueShield
Coverage can change, so confirm your specific plan when you reach out.
Hours
- Mon
- 8AM–2:30PM
- Tue
- 8AM–2:30PM
- Wed
- 8AM–2:30PM
- Thu
- 8AM–3PM
- Fri
- 8AM–1PM
- Sat
- Closed
- Sun
- Closed
Reputation
What families say about Motiv8 Pediatric Therapy, LLC
5.0
4 reviews
Positive reviews100%
5-star reviews100%
Ratings and reviews sourced from Google.
Good to know
Common questions about Motiv8 Pediatric Therapy, LLC
What does occupational therapy at Motiv8 Pediatric Therapy, LLC help with?
Their pediatric OT supports fine motor, gross motor, sensory integration, self-care and feeding. Sessions are play-based, so they feel like fun to your child while building real, everyday skills.
What insurance does Motiv8 Pediatric Therapy, LLC accept?
Motiv8 Pediatric Therapy, LLC works with plans including BlueCross BlueShield. If your plan isn't listed it's still worth asking — provider networks change often, so confirm your specific plan when you reach out.
What ages does Motiv8 Pediatric Therapy, LLC serve?
Motiv8 Pediatric Therapy, LLC serves ages Birth–18. If your child is near the edge of that range, it's worth reaching out — providers often make case-by-case decisions.
Where is Motiv8 Pediatric Therapy, LLC located?
Motiv8 Pediatric Therapy, LLC is located at 306 W Edgewood Dr STE A, Friendswood, TX 77546, serving families throughout Friendswood and the surrounding area. If getting there is difficult, ask whether telehealth or in-home options are available.
Is Motiv8 Pediatric Therapy, LLC accepting new clients?
Motiv8 Pediatric Therapy, LLC is currently accepting new clients in Friendswood. Sharing your child's age and insurance up front helps them tell you quickly whether they're a fit — availability can change fast.
Ratings sourced from Google. Autism Services Finder verifies listings but doesn’t endorse providers. Updated July 2026.
306 W Edgewood Dr STE A, Friendswood, TX 77546
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