Meet Ms. Laura
Laura Coldea MSOT, OTR/L
Founder of LearnPal
Ms. Laura is a licensed and certified Occupational Therapist (OT) in Illinois and Florida with over seven years of experience. Graduating as valedictorian from Keiser University in 2015, she now provides specialized OT services to students from preschool through 8th grade at private schools. Laura has extensive experience working with children with autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing differences, executive functioning challenges, emotional regulation difficulties, ADHD, and developmental delays.
She played a key role in developing and implementing occupational therapy workshops as part of a school curriculum, focusing on life skills, fine motor development, and academic support for both students and teachers. As a certified Handwriting Without Tears specialist, she brings expertise in handwriting and fine motor skill development, helping children improve critical academic and daily living skills.
One of Laura’s strengths is her strong collaboration with parents, teachers, and other health professionals, ensuring a well-rounded approach to each child’s development. Known for her calm demeanor, patience, and the ability to produce quick and noticeable progress, she has earned high praise from families and educators alike.
Laura is passionate about helping children build confidence in their abilities, both at school and at home. She often refers to herself as a “pocket OT,” always ready to support families with practical advice and solutions tailored to their child’s unique needs.