Who we are
We bring our unique strengths together as co-facilitators, creating a dynamic and supportive environment where we adapt to each child’s learning style and needs while maintaining high engagement through personalized attention.
Kim McGarvey, MSW
As a clinical social worker who specializes in infant and early childhood development, Kim received her Masters in Social Work from New York University and studied infant and parent development at Bank Street College of Education. She facilitates parent support groups and has directed afterschool programs. Kim has worked with infants, children and parents in hospital, school and mental health settings for 30 years. She has experience working with typically developing and neurodivergent children, as well as children with chronic illness. Kim was employed at The Meeting House as Director of the Juniors Afterschool program and served as the Associate Program Coordinator of the Pacella Parent Child Center at New York Psychoanalytic Institute.
Dafna Barhad, BOT
Pediatric Occupational Therapist. Dafna’s experience includes over 20 years of working with neurodivergent children in developmental centers and private practice. She specializes in sensory processing and play-based interventions, while also guiding parents and educational teams to effectively support children’s growth. Dafna graduated with BOT from Tel-Aviv University and holds an associate degree in Psychodynamic Approaches with Children. During the last couple of years she has been facilitating social-emotional learning groups for younger populations at The Meeting House as well as pursuing her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy at Boston University.
Classes will take place at the Cathedral Church of St. John The Divine ACT Program, 1047 Amsterdam Ave New York.
For more information about our program, schedule an intake or learn about our virtual parent support group, please reach out.
