Developing Through Nature

Boy on Swing with Occupational Therapist standing by. Horse in Pasture watching

Help Your Child Build Real-World Confidence,

Connection, & Life Skills Through Nature

Every parent wants their child to feel confident, capable, and emotionally regulated—yet finding support that feels natural, engaging, and genuinely supportive can feel overwhelming. Traditional, indoor settings don't always give children the space they need to thrive.

That’s why CommunOT Farm and Programming was created.

Born from a shared passion for holistic growth, CommunOT Farm brings together clinical pediatric expertise and nature-based education to give kids a space where they can slow down, decompress, and build real-world independence.

Co-founded by Tyler Lacertosa, OTD (Pediatric Occupational Therapist) and Melissa Lacertosa, EdD(c) (Education & Health Promotion Specialist), our programs blend nature, animal interaction, multi-generational community, and developmental support. Whether your child needs one-on-one therapy to navigate sensory challenges or small-group enrichment to build social confidence, we provide tailored, expert-led care in a soothing farm environment.

How to Get Started:

Schedule a Free Consultation: Chat with our team about your child's unique needs and goals.
Get a Custom Plan: We’ll guide you toward the right 1-on-1 therapy or small-group enrichment program.
Watch Your Child Flourish: See your child build physical strength, sensory calm, and lifelong confidence.

🗓️ Ready to help your child reach their full potential?
Schedule your free consultation today,

Our Programs & Services

Pediatric Occupational Therapy & Group Development Programs

CommunOT Farm and Programming offers a holistic approach to child development, blending nature-based experiences with expert therapeutic guidance in Seminole County, FL. We provide individualized pediatric occupational therapy, addressing sensory, motor, and social-emotional needs. Our engaging sessions can be offered in a farm setting at Spring Acres Horse Boarding Stables in Chuluota, FL, as well as sessions in the community. Our enriching group programs, including 'Garden Buds' foster social skills and executive functioning for children. Our ‘CommunOT Growth' program offers pre-teens, teens, and young adults community-based experiences to develop essential skills for navigating day-to-day life in natural settings. We are dedicated to empowering children of all abilities to thrive through personalized support and enriching, hands-on learning.

Emotion Code Services

Beyond our developmental and educational programs, CommunOT Farm and Programming also offers Emotion Code sessions, a gentle yet powerful modality designed to identify and release trapped emotional energies. This complementary service supports a wide range of individuals, including children with diverse learning and developmental needs, pregnant and new moms, and our beloved animal companions. By clearing emotional "baggage," Emotion Code helps foster greater calm, enhance communication, and promote overall well-being, allowing everyone to flourish and reach their full potential within our nurturing, holistic framework.

"I’m so grateful that we found Tyler! In our first session, he was able to identify the sensory issues my son was experiencing. In the months we worked together, he helped educate me and give me practical applications for supporting my son. Tyler was prepared for each session and would switch up the activities based on my son’s temperament that day. I would highly recommend Tyler to any parent that is looking for a thorough, caring, and knowledgeable OT!”

-Mom of 2 year old client
"I took my 3 year old daughter (who is on the spectrum) as well as my 2 year old neurotypical daughter to explore occupational therapy in a farm setting. I must say, I was absolutely impressed with Dr. Tyler and the activities and information we were exposed to during this 1 hour session. While my daughters were exploring the farm, Dr Tyler had great sensory activities for them to engage with and basically gave me a full OT consultation during the visit. I left feeling confident that I can apply the same activities at home and my daughters are constantly talking about the chickens they fed during the visit. You will not regret this program and I am happy that lisenced professionals are willing to get outside and try a different environment to see our little develop!"

-Mom of ‘Little Sprouts’ Participants
“This was my first experience with energy healing and I was surprised at how powerful and accurate my session was. It focused on fertility issues and since my ovulation has been stronger and my period more regular. I even felt a strong pressure in my pelvis while Melissa was clearing my emotions. She was equally empathetic and professional as she discussed the emotions she cleared with me allowing me to process them consciously. Many of the emotions came from events in my life I didn’t even think were a burden on my system. It was incredibly enlightening. After my session, a friend even told me something seemed different about me. I seemed lighter. I can’t wait to do another session! And I’ll be booking one for each member of my family, even my dog!”
-Emotion Code Client