SENSORY INTEGRATION THERAPY PRACTICE BUSINESS PLAN
I. Executive Summary
Company Description
The practice operates as Sensory Bridge Therapy, a name chosen to reflect our mission to connect patients across life stages to consistent sensory care. We work in the healthcare sector, specifically outpatient occupational therapy for Sensory Processing Disorders. Our core services are comprehensive sensory assessments, individualized therapy plans, caregiver training, clinic-based treatment in a $45,000 sensory gym, and ongoing adult and pediatric follow-up. Licensed occupational therapists deliver evidence-informed, family-centered care in-person and via telehealth. One-line summary: We provide a lifetime continuum of sensory integration therapy under one roof.
We run assessment-to-maintenance workflows: intake, standardized testing, tailored therapy blocks, family coaching, school consults, and outcome tracking. What sets us apart is the rare combination of continuous lifespan care, specialized equipment, and an integrated team model focused on functional outcomes and family goals. We target U.S. families with children and adults diagnosed with sensory processing issues, pediatricians and schools for referrals, and self-pay/insurance payers. Short-term goal: launch in 2026 and validate the care model. Long-term goal: scale to multiple clinics and hit $4.9 million revenue. One-line summary: Built for rapid growth, with a clear path to $4.9M revenue.
Problem
Millions of children and adults in the U.S. experience Sensory Processing Disorders (SPD) that impair daily functioning in school, work, and social settings. Those affected lack consistent, accessible care across their lifespan, creating chronic anxiety, behavioral issues, and overwhelming responses to routine tasks.
Families and patients cannot reliably find a single provider offering a lifetime continuum of sensory integration care from childhood through adulthood. Clinical care gaps leave caregivers without practical tools or education to manage sensory needs outside appointments, driving missed school days and work absences, increased behavioral escalations at home, and reduced classroom participation.
Existing services are fragmented and often pediatric-only; they do not provide coordinated, lifelong occupational therapy centered on sensory integration. A specialized occupational therapy practice launching in 2026, operating from a state-of-the-art facility with a $45,000 sensory gym and licensed practitioners, is necessary to close this continuity-of-care gap and deliver family-centered, practical management across the lifespan.
Solution
Millions of Americans have sensory processing challenges that limit daily function, and the market is fragmented—most clinics serve children only, leaving adults and families without diagnosis, management tools, or specialized facilities. Our practice delivers evidence-based occupational therapy with licensed therapists in sensory-friendly clinics, one-on-one sessions using sensory integration techniques, and caregiver coaching backed by functional progress metrics to close that gap and scale care across ages.
Personalized, evidence-based sensory therapy that improves regulation and daily function.
Mission Statement
We enhance quality of life for children and adults with sensory processing disorders through evidence-based, individualized care, empowering clients and families with practical tools and confidence to thrive across home, school, and community. We treat the whole person—not just symptoms—by combining clinical expertise, emotional regulation strategies, and lifelong support to foster independence. Our goal is to be the premier provider of lifetime sensory health services in the United States, delivering compassionate, measurable outcomes for every client.
Key Success Factors
Clear operational and market advantages that drive rapid profitability and scalable clinical capacity.
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Scalable specialist team: grow from 6 to 24 practitioners over five years.
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Lifetime care model: captures pediatric and underserved adult markets across patient lifespans.
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Local referral network: established relationships with physicians, psychologists, and school districts.
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Rapid financial returns: 6-month payback and breakeven in Month 1.
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$45,000 sensory gym: state-of-the-art facility that raises treatment quality and differentiation.
Financial Summary
The practice forecasts rapid scale: $842,000 revenue in Year 1 to $4,917,000 in Year 5 with strong margins and fast payback.
Ratio |
2026 |
2027 |
2028 |
Projected Revenue |
$842,000 |
$1,441,000 |
$2,534,000 |
Projected EBITDA |
$362,000 |
$765,000 |
$1,622,000 |
Expected ROI |
IRR 27.15% |
IRR 27.15% |
IRR 27.15% |
Financial requirements: Launch capex $108,000 and minimum cash $843,000 (required by Feb-26). Anticipated returns: IRR 27.15%, ROE 9.57%, breakeven Jan-26, and payback in 6 months.
Overall outlook: high-growth revenue trajectory, strong EBITDA expansion, and attractive investor returns.
Funding Requirements
We require $1,440,360 to launch (including $108,000 capex and $843,000 working capital); projected Year‑1 revenue is $842,000, growing to $4,917,000 by Year 5, with a 27.15% IRR, 9.57% ROE, and a 6‑month payback.
Categories |
Amount, USD |
Capital expenditures (all items) |
$108,000 |
Lease (annual at $9,500/month) |
$114,000 |
Initial marketing outreach (8% of Year‑1 revenue) |
$67,360 |
Staffing — first-year wages for 10-person launch team (core admin payroll shown) |
$284,000 |
Other operating pre-launch (utilities, subscriptions, setup) |
$24,000 |
Working capital |
$843,000 |
Total funding required |
$1,440,360 |