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Building Blocks Pediatric Occupational Therapy Services

Fairfield Connecticut Occupational Therapist

203-341-0178
bbpedot@yahoo.com
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Meet Our Team

Justine “Jellybean” Bedocs, OTR/L

Known lovingly by her patients as “Justine Jellybean” (a term of endearment given to her in childhood by her late father, Roger Prefontaine), Justine Bedocs was born and raised in New Bedford, Massachusetts. She earned her degree in Occupational Therapy from Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut, and is a board-certified occupational therapist licensed by the Connecticut Department of Health Services.

Justine is a proud member of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). She is certified in Therapeutic Listening®, Sensory Integration, and Developmental Therapy, with advanced training in handwriting programs and motor protocols.

With over two decades of experience, she has worked in private practice, schools, Birth-to-Three and home-based services, aquatic therapy, and transitional life skills programs. In 2005, she opened Building Blocks Pediatric Occupational Therapy Services, creating a space that feels like home for children and families. Beyond her professional life, Justine is a proud mother of two, and her love for family, patients, and community shines through in her work every day.

Kristen “Krissy” Campbell, OTR/L

Kristen “Krissy” Campbell has over two decades of experience as an occupational therapist. A graduate of Quinnipiac University in 1996, she has dedicated much of her career to working with children in pediatric settings, while also gaining valuable experience in rehabilitation and geriatric care.

She is committed to lifelong learning, attending the AOTA National Conference, the Annual Therapies in Schools Conference, and the Annual Pediatrics Symposium. Widely respected within the school system, Kristen is known for her collaborative spirit and dedication to supporting students’ success.

Outside of her professional life, Kristen is a proud mother of three girls and, as a fun fact, is also a twin. Her warmth and playful energy shine through in her work with children.

Dawn Sutfin, MS, OTR/L

Dawn Sutfin, MS, OTR/L has worked in a variety of pediatric settings, including Birth-to-Three programs, private clinics, preschools, and public schools. A graduate of the University of Hartford, she recently earned her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and brings over two decades of experience to her practice.

She has pursued extensive continuing education with a focus on sensory integration, autism, and developmental therapy, and she is certified in the Therapeutic Listening® program. Known for her dedication and compassion, Dawn partners closely with families and schools to help children succeed.

Beyond her professional work, Dawn is a proud mother of two college students, and her warmth and love of family inspire her work with children every day.

JULIA CHIAPPETTA, MS, OTR/L

Julia Chiappetta, MS, OTR/L has been practicing as an occupational therapist for the past eight years. She completed her fieldwork at Building Blocks Pediatric Occupational Therapy Services, where Justine immediately recognized her special gift for connecting with children. Today, Julia works as both a school-based occupational therapist and a therapist at Building Blocks.
Julia earned her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Sacred Heart University. Her experience also includes work in skilled nursing facilities and with injury populations, which has given her a broad perspective on therapy across the lifespan. Her greatest passion, however, remains pediatrics.
Known for her caring and compassionate nature, Julia builds strong relationships with children and families and is committed to ongoing growth through continuing education courses. She brings both skill and heart to every session, making her a valued member of the Building Blocks team.

Michelle DiDonato, COTA/L

Michelle DiDonato, COTA/L is a certified occupational therapy assistant with a passion for helping young children thrive. She earned her degree magna cum laude from Goodwin University in 2022 and has specialized in early childhood intervention and home-based therapy. She also has training in primitive reflex integration, which supports foundational motor and sensory development.

With over 10 years of experience across therapeutic preschools, public schools, and private special education programs, Michelle brings deep knowledge and compassion to her work. She is known for her empathetic and joyful presence, building strong relationships with families and helping them carry strategies into everyday routines.

Michelle is also a proud mother of two young boys and a Connecticut resident. She is admired by families and colleagues alike for being loving, kind, and dedicated.

Now that we've learned about the astronaut trainin Now that we've learned about the astronaut training protocol, let's dive deeper into the importance of therapeutic listening!

Check out our new blog post using the link in our bio to learn more!

#TherapeuticListening #AstronautTraining #SensoryProcessing #PediatricOT
Astronaut training isn't just for space! In OT thi Astronaut training isn't just for space! In OT this is a specialized sensory-based treatment that helps to integrate the body’s vestibular, visual, and auditory systems. 
Check out the key components and benefits of this treatment in our new blog post using the link in our bio!

#AstronautTraining #SensoryProcessing #PediatricOT
How do scissor skills develop as kids grow? ✂️ How do scissor skills develop as kids grow? ✂️

From early snipping to cutting shapes, each stage helps build hand strength and coordination for writing ✍️

Every child develops at their own pace, and that’s okay

Watch the video to see what scissor skills look like by age

Full blog post is linked in the bio 🔗
 #occupationaltherapy #pediatricoccupationaltherapy 
#buildingblocksoccupationaltherapy #scissorskills✂️
A little OT magic ✨ “Do or do not… there is A little OT magic ✨

“Do or do not… there is no try.” , Yoda definitely would have approved of this project. 💚

Over the course of the past few weeks, many of our clients and graduate students worked together to complete this epic Star Wars Lego creation through teamwork, creativity, problem solving, patience, and collaboration. The force was definitely strong in this room. ⭐️

Watching everyone communicate, support one another, and work together toward one shared goal was the best part of all. This project built so much more than a Lego creation, it strengthened visual motor skills, motor planning, executive functioning, frustration tolerance, flexibility, social connection, and confidence, all while making therapy meaningful and FUN.

“Much to learn, we still have…” but this group absolutely crushed it. So proud of everyone who helped bring this project to life. 🤍🧱✨

#OccupationalTherapy #PediatricOT #StarWars #LEGO #buildingblockspediatricoccupationaltherapyservices @cmcguinness3 @lexiberroa @mcphs_ot @ot.ionaunivers
Time spent playing on the stomach can do so much m Time spent playing on the stomach can do so much more than you think; supporting strength, focus, and overall body awareness 💪
Learn how to make prone play meaningful (and fun!) in our latest blog
🔗 Link in bio

#pediatricoccupationaltherapy #play #prone
As important as it is to know about our senses it As important as it is to know about our senses it is equally as important to understand how our body processes and responds to all these sensations!

Check out our new blog post Making Sense of the Senses: Understanding Sensory Integration using the link in our bio!

#PediatricOccupationalTherapy #sensoryintegration #sensoryprocessing
Your baby grows so much within the first year and Your baby grows so much within the first year and every little movement is a big win! In this week's blog we will take a look at the fine and gross motor developmental milestones your baby will experience in their first year of life. 
Check it out now using the link in out bio!
#PediatricDevelopmentalMilestones #NewbornMilestones #PediatircOccupationalTherapy
Have you ever wondered how your baby knows how to Have you ever wondered how your baby knows how to suck during feeding right from birth? This is an example of a primitive reflex that babies are born with. 
Check out our latest blog post exploring 10 essential newborn reflexes using the link in our bio!
#PediatricOcupationalTherapy #PrimitiveReflexes #NewbornReflexes
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