Biography

Jessica Kronberg, MOT, OTR/L is a skilled and experienced Occupational Therapist at M Street Pediatric Therapy who focuses on functional participation in everyday routines and activities. She works with families to create goals that match their family's needs and provides supportive collaboration for an individualized plan. She also has extensive experience with medically complex children and children with Cerebral Palsy. 

Prior to M Street, Jessica completed her clinical training in pediatric feeding from an OT perspective, including sensory-based feeding difficulties. She has been involved in research related to feeding disorders, as well as coaching families with children who have feeding difficulties. Other research interests include the use of telehealth in the Early Intervention setting. 

Jessica is passionate about advocacy, inclusion, accessibility, and providing high-quality care to her clients and families. After learning more from families about difficulties with access and inclusion, she completed her Executive Certificate in Home Modification in order to further address accessibility and inclusion in the home and community environments. She is active in advocacy related to improving the quality of services in the Early Intervention program and families' experiences in the program. Jessica enjoys collaborating with families on issues and feels strongly that families should have a voice in the care their children are receiving. Her goal is to empower families to advocate for themselves and their children.

Licensure and Certifications
  • Licensed Occupational Therapist, Illinois
  • Illinois Early Intervention Credential - Occupational Therapy
  • Illinois Early Intervention Evaluator Credential - Occupational Therapy 
  • Certified Infant Massage Therapist (CIMT)
  • Executive Certificate in Home Modification (ECHM)
Education
  • Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy, Indiana State University, 2016
  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Illinois Wesleyan, 2014

Organizations
  • Illinois Occupational Therapy Association (ILOTA)
  • American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)

Awards and Acknowledgements

Publications:

Kronberg, J., Tierney, E., Wallisch, A., & Little, L. M. (2021). Early intervention service delivery via telehealth during COVID-19: A research-practice partnership. International Journal of Telerehabilitation, 13(1).

Fishbein, M. H., Kronberg, J., Alvarado, S., Bohm, D., Ideran, P., & Scarborough, D. R. (2023). A Multidisciplinary Approach to Infants With GERD-Like Symptoms: A New Paradigm. Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, 77(1), 39-46.

Co-Author of Telehealth and Occupational Therapy in Early Intervention

Publications and Presentations
Expertise
Accessibility
Activities of Daily Living
Early Detection of CP (HINE)
Feeding Therapy
Mealtime Routine Support
Sensory-Based Feeding Difficulties
Self-Feeding Skill Support
Transitioning to Solid Foods (Not Tube-Feeding Related)
Specialties
Occupational Therapy
Help children learn and develop through play. Help adapt activities, materials and environmental conditions to support successful learning and participation in daily routines and activities.
Feeding & Swallowing
We use a family and child-centered multi-disciplinary approach with a Speech Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist and Nutritionist to help families and children eat and enjoy mealtime. We assist children in transitioning to the next developmental stage of feeding.
Sub-Specialties
Adaptation of Daily Care Activities & Routines
Adaptation of Daily Care Activities & Routines
Adaptation of Daily Care Activities & Routines
Adapt daily care routines to your child’s unique needs with personalized strategies for enhanced independence and success. Our expert OTs collaborate with you to transform challenges into opportunities for growth.
Executive Functioning Skills
Executive Functioning Skills
Executive Functioning Skills
Enhance your child's participation with tailored interventions by our OT’s that support improved focus, organization, and problem-solving.
Fine Motor Development
Fine Motor Development
Fine Motor Development
Our OTs tailor engaging, effective interventions to support each child's unique fine motor needs.
Motor Planning & Coordination
Motor Planning & Coordination
Motor Planning & Coordination
Our OTs provide expert guidance to caregivers to help improve a child’s movement skills and build confidence.
Self-Care
Self-Care
Self-Care
Our OTs empower caregivers with strategies to help children master essential self-care skills, boosting independence and confidence.
Sensory Integration
Sensory Integration
Sensory Integration
Our Occupational Therapists empower caregivers with practical strategies and support to help meet their child's sensory needs at home.
Social & Play Participation
Social & Play Participation
Social & Play Participation
Social and play participation is vital for children's development. Our OTs create tailored strategies for caregivers to enhance their child's social skills and engagement.