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CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB
Occupational Therapist, OT, MS, OTR

CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB

Occupational Therapist, OT, MS, OTR (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Acton, MA 01720
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Photo of Susan Eppling - CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB, OT, MS, OTR, Occupational Therapist
Are you ready to manage those repetitive motions, vocalizations, or behaviors? Online OTs is a CBIT-certified occupational therapy practice specializing in Tourette Syndrome, Persistent/Chronic Motor and Vocal Tic Disorders. Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors, and Functional Neurological Disorder. Our approach is highly practical and goal-oriented, with most patients completing their training within three to seven sessions.
Online OTs offers Habit Reversal Training to help patients with tics, FND, and BFRB to manage their repetitive behaviors with research-backed strategies. An emphasis is placed on empowerment to recognize triggers and urges, awareness of the behaviors, and utilization of strategies to inhibit and replace unwanted actions.
CBIT Habit Reversal strategies can be quickly implemented without pain or pills. Online OTs offer an empathetic ear and highly skilled intervention. Our telehealth services are convenient, discreet, and loaded with care for patients and their families.
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Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Acton, MA 01720

Staten Island, NY 10314

Online OTs supports patients with tics, Tourette's, FND, and BFRB. Telehealth services are available in NY, NH, MA, VT, CT, and ME.
I specialize in Vocal and Motor Tic Disorders, Tourette's and BFRB - nail biting, skin picking, hair pulling, 
$215 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Connect with CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB
Photo of Susan Eppling - CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB, OT, MS, OTR, Occupational Therapist

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Acton, MA 01720

Staten Island, NY 10314

Online OTs supports patients with tics, Tourette's, FND, and BFRB. Telehealth services are available in NY, NH, MA, VT, CT, and ME.
I specialize in Vocal and Motor Tic Disorders, Tourette's and BFRB - nail biting, skin picking, hair pulling, 
$215 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $215
  • Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Out of Network
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BCBS, MGBHP, and private pay are accepted. Many out-of-network insurers partially reimburse our fees. Please contact Susan Eppling, our clinical director, for more information.
with questions.
Photo of Susan Eppling - CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB, OT, MS, OTR, Occupational Therapist
CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB
Occupational Therapist, OT, MS, OTR
"
BCBS, MGBHP, and private pay are accepted. Many out-of-network insurers partially reimburse our fees. Please contact Susan Eppling, our clinical director, for more information.
with questions.
Photo of Susan Eppling - CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB, OT, MS, OTR, Occupational Therapist
CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB
Occupational Therapist, OT, MS, OTR

Qualifications

    Occupational Therapist: Susan Eppling

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Massachusetts / 6931 Susan Eppling
  • In Practice for 22 Years
  • Certificate from Tourette Association of America CBIT Certification
  • Certificate from TLC Foundation for Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors
  • Attended Tufts University, MS, Graduated 1999
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Online OTs is a leader in managing Tourette Syndrome and related Motor and Vocal Tic Disorders. We also support patients with compulsive hair-pulling (Trichotillomania), nail-biting, and skin-picking. Patients with Functional Neurological Disorders such as TikTok Tics are also provided care.
with questions.
Photo of Susan Eppling - CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB, OT, MS, OTR, Occupational Therapist
CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB
Occupational Therapist, OT, MS, OTR
"
Online OTs is a leader in managing Tourette Syndrome and related Motor and Vocal Tic Disorders. We also support patients with compulsive hair-pulling (Trichotillomania), nail-biting, and skin-picking. Patients with Functional Neurological Disorders such as TikTok Tics are also provided care.
with questions.
Photo of Susan Eppling - CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB, OT, MS, OTR, Occupational Therapist
CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB
Occupational Therapist, OT, MS, OTR

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Vocal and Motor Tic Disorders, Tourette's
  • BFRB - nail biting, skin picking, hair pulling,
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Treatment includes documenting a history of your condition, including the sensory and environmental triggers and treatment roadblocks. We then focus on replacing unwanted behaviors with specific and purposeful ones. Occupational therapy focuses on concrete skill-building for long-trm behavioral modification.
with questions.
Photo of Susan Eppling - CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB, OT, MS, OTR, Occupational Therapist
CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB
Occupational Therapist, OT, MS, OTR
"
Treatment includes documenting a history of your condition, including the sensory and environmental triggers and treatment roadblocks. We then focus on replacing unwanted behaviors with specific and purposeful ones. Occupational therapy focuses on concrete skill-building for long-trm behavioral modification.
with questions.
Photo of Susan Eppling - CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB, OT, MS, OTR, Occupational Therapist
CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB
Occupational Therapist, OT, MS, OTR

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • BFRB Habit Reversal Training
  • CBIT Therapy for Tics and Tourette Syndrome
  • Coaching
  • Strength-Based
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Therapy begins with an understanding of how tics and/or BFRB are impacting your daily life. Together we will identify what triggers the behaviors and explore what activities and simple modifications can bring them under control. Patients learn to set their own goals and take charge of implementing skills taught during telehealth sessions.
with questions.
Photo of Susan Eppling - CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB, OT, MS, OTR, Occupational Therapist
CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB
Occupational Therapist, OT, MS, OTR
"
Therapy begins with an understanding of how tics and/or BFRB are impacting your daily life. Together we will identify what triggers the behaviors and explore what activities and simple modifications can bring them under control. Patients learn to set their own goals and take charge of implementing skills taught during telehealth sessions.
with questions.
Photo of Susan Eppling - CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB, OT, MS, OTR, Occupational Therapist
CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB
Occupational Therapist, OT, MS, OTR

Location

Primary Location

Acton, MA 01720

Additional Location

Staten Island, NY 10314

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Online OTs supports patients with tics, Tourette's, FND, and BFRB. Telehealth services are available in NY, NH, MA, VT, CT, and ME.
Photo of Susan Eppling - CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB, OT, MS, OTR, Occupational Therapist
CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB
Occupational Therapist, OT, MS, OTR
"
Online OTs supports patients with tics, Tourette's, FND, and BFRB. Telehealth services are available in NY, NH, MA, VT, CT, and ME.
Photo of Susan Eppling - CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB, OT, MS, OTR, Occupational Therapist
CBIT Therapy - Tics, FND, and BFRB
Occupational Therapist, OT, MS, OTR