About Us
Mara Robinson PT MS
Korrey DeMond OTR/L, CTACC
Korrey DeMond OTR/L, CTACC
Mara's physical therapy expertise lies in evaluation and treating all types of patients with facial paralysis and synkinesis. Her experience began at the Facial Nerve Center at Mass Eye and Ear Infirmary in 2004 and has expanded to include the New York Facial Paralysis Center. Mara's approach emphasizes patient education to empower you
Mara's physical therapy expertise lies in evaluation and treating all types of patients with facial paralysis and synkinesis. Her experience began at the Facial Nerve Center at Mass Eye and Ear Infirmary in 2004 and has expanded to include the New York Facial Paralysis Center. Mara's approach emphasizes patient education to empower you to understand your facial function. Individual treatment sessions, either virtually or in person, include soft tissue mobilization, neuromuscular retraining, relaxation, as well as specific movement strategies to improve facial function and quality of life.
In addition to treating patients Mara also lectures on Facial Rehabilitation at the university level, as well as at the International Facial Nerve Symposium. Additionally, she has published peer-reviewed research articles and instructional webinars on the role of physical therapy in facial nerve dysfunction. Mara is a member of the Sir Charles Bell Society and Facial Palsy UK, an international group of medical professionals dedicated to sharing ideas about the treatment of facial palsy.
Physical Therapy with Mara provides you with the tools to self-manage your facial paralysis independently. An individualized home exercise program is the mainstay of the physical therapy program.
In her spare time, you can find Mara with her family of 4, at the yoga studio, or running or walking with anyone that will join her for some exercise.
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Korrey DeMond OTR/L, CTACC
Korrey DeMond OTR/L, CTACC
Korrey DeMond OTR/L, CTACC
Korrey is a Mental Health Occupational Therapist and Certified Coach dedicated to supporting mental health and well-being for individuals living with facial paralysis. Through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Korrey guides clients to build psychological flexibility, reconnect with their values, and pursue meaningful lives followin
Korrey is a Mental Health Occupational Therapist and Certified Coach dedicated to supporting mental health and well-being for individuals living with facial paralysis. Through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Korrey guides clients to build psychological flexibility, reconnect with their values, and pursue meaningful lives following facial paralysis. With 30 years of experience in neurorehabilitation and psychosocial occupational therapy, Korrey helps clients: manage negative self-talk, social anxiety, and depression, reconstruct identity, cultivate self-compassion and resilience, and re-engage in valued roles and relationships.
A dedicated leader, Korrey has served on the boards of PARI Independent Living Center and WeBreathe WellBeing Soul Sanctuary. She has been published in the Archives of Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine. She is an active member of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and the International Coaching Federation (ICF).
Occupational Therapy with Korrey offers evidence-based strategies to manage self-critical or unhelpful thoughts and foster a more compassionate and supportive relationship with yourself.
Outside of her work, Korrey enjoys traveling, quality time with loved ones, and embracing life’s adventures.