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Allison Stanley, MOT, OTR/L, NTMTC

  • Pediatric Occupational Therapy

UnityPoint Provider


  • Hospital Affiliations:
    • Blank Children's Hospital
  • Gender: Female
  • Languages Spoken:
    • English

Office Hours

  • Sun: Closed
  • Mon - Thu: 7:30AM - 6:00PM
  • Fri: 7:30AM - 3:30PM
  • Sat: Closed

About Allison Stanley, MOT, OTR/L, NTMTC

Biography

Allison Stanley, MOT, OTR/L, NTMTC, is a highly experienced occupational therapist with more than 21 years of clinical practice dedicated to helping infants, children and families achieve meaningful outcomes and improved quality of life. She brings extensive expertise across neonatal, inpatient and pediatric settings, providing compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each individual's unique needs.

Allison specializes in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) care, inpatient acute care and sensory integration. She has a particular passion for supporting the growth and development of premature and medically fragile infants, partnering closely with families and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to promote optimal developmental outcomes. As a certified Neonatal Touch and Massage Therapist (NTMTC), she utilizes specialized therapeutic techniques that support infant development, self-regulation, bonding and overall well-being.

In addition, Allison holds a Sensory Integration Certificate from the USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy at the University of Southern California, further strengthening her expertise in assessing and treating sensory processing challenges in infants and children. Her advanced training allows her to provide targeted, evidence-based interventions that support participation in everyday activities and enhance developmental outcomes.

Throughout her career, Allison has been committed to delivering family-centered care that empowers patients and caregivers through education, collaboration and individualized intervention strategies. Her approach focuses on maximizing function, fostering independence and helping individuals participate fully in the activities that are most meaningful to them.

As an active member of the National Association of Neonatal Therapists (NANT), Allison remains engaged with current best practices, advances in neonatal therapy and ongoing professional development to provide the highest quality care for the infants and families she serves.

Known for her warmth, clinical expertise and dedication to excellence, Allison strives to create a supportive and nurturing environment where patients and families feel confident, valued and empowered throughout their care journey.

Qualifications

Education

Degree

St. Ambrose University: Master of Arts in Occupational Therapy

St. Ambrose University: Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Board Certifications

USC Chan Sensory Integration Certificate

University of Southern California

Occupational Therapy

National Board for Certification

Clinical Interests

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Neonatal Developmental Care, Neonatal Touch and Massage, Sensory Integration and Sensory Processing, Inpatient Rehabilitation, Infant and Family-Centered Care, Pediatric Occupational Therapy