Dr. Sophie Cross is an experienced pediatric occupational therapist and the Clinical Supervisor at Bloom Pediatrics in Santa Monica, CA. She earned both her Master’s and Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from the University of Southern California (USC) and has devoted her career to helping children with a wide range of developmental and functional needs. Sophie provides expert support for children experiencing feeding challenges, sensory processing differences, developmental delays, executive functioning difficulties, and social-emotional challenges.

Sophie is certified in PEERS® for Preschoolers, an evidence-based program designed to improve social skills and peer relationships in young children. This specialized training allows her to provide effective interventions that help children build meaningful connections, increase confidence, and thrive in school and community settings.

Her passion for occupational therapy was inspired by her brother with Down syndrome, and she brings both professional expertise and personal understanding to her work. Over the years, Sophie has practiced across a variety of clinical and educational settings, developing a versatile skill set that enhances her direct therapy services as well as her role in mentoring and supervising other therapists.

At Bloom Pediatrics, Sophie is dedicated to empowering children and families, fostering independence, resilience, and self-confidence. Families seeking a pediatric occupational therapist in Santa Monica for feeding therapy, sensory integration, social-emotional development, or early social skills training benefit from her compassionate and individualized approach.

Outside the clinic, Sophie enjoys cooking with friends and staying connected with family. Her expertise, leadership, and commitment to children’s growth make her an invaluable part of the Bloom Pediatrics team.