Occupational Therapy

Creating independence for all ages by improving skills in meaningful everyday activities.

Our state-licensed, nationally certified occupational therapists stay current with the latest research and best practices to provide exceptional care.

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Diagnosis & Treatment

Struggles with coordination, sensory processing, or daily tasks can create challenges at home, at school, and in social life. Knowing whether occupational therapy can help, and what it involves, is often the first question families have.

OT may be a good fit if everyday tasks feel harder for your child than expected: trouble with handwriting or utensils, difficulty with dressing or self-care, being easily overwhelmed by sounds or textures, or struggling to sit and focus. If daily routines are a consistent source of stress, an evaluation can help you understand why.
Signs worth watching include strong reactions to everyday sounds, textures, or movement; avoiding messy play or certain foods; clumsiness or frequent falls; difficulty with buttons, zippers, or scissors; and trouble calming down or staying regulated. These patterns are worth a closer look when they interfere with daily life.
The therapist reviews your child's history, observes how they move and play, and assesses skills like coordination, fine motor control, and sensory processing, with your input throughout. From there we build individualized goals together.

Occupational Therapy Services

Our Occupational Therapists are equipped to provide care in a wide range of specialized areas. Many have earned certification in unique methodologies, including but not limited to:

Early Intervention
Sensory Integration
NDT
Handwriting without Tears
Visceral Manipulation
Infant Stimulation

The Alert Program
Zones of Regulation
DIR/FloorTime
Feeding
Schools
Ergonomic Design/Home Modifications

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The Occupational Therapy Journey

From Evaluation to Progress

Evaluation

An occupational therapist reviews your child's history and observes how they move, play, and handle everyday tasks, assessing skills like fine motor control, coordination, and sensory processing, with your insight as a key part of the picture. [confirm referral/diagnosis requirements: must meet crietera for medical necessity; can be a variety of things and evaluation length: depends on funding sources on average 30 minutes - 1 hour]

Process

Sessions are hands-on and play-based, targeting the everyday occupations your child is working on, such as fine motor skills (using a utensil, handwriting, buttons, zippers, etc), dressing, focusing on a task , and managing big sensory moments. We share practical strategies so teachers and family can reinforce the same skills throughout the day.

Progress

We measure growth against your child's goals and adjust as they develop, so therapy always matches where they are now. The aim is real-world independence, with daily routines getting easier and your child feeling more capable.

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Pediatric occupational therapy helps children develop the skills they need for daily life - things like dressing, writing, using utensils, playing, and managing sensory input from the environment. An occupational therapist evaluates where a child is struggling and creates a personalized plan to build those foundational skills.
Your child may benefit from OT if they struggle with fine motor tasks (holding a pencil, using utensils, using scissors, fastening buttons, zippers), have sensory sensitivities (overreacting or under reacting to touch, sound, or movement), show poor attention or coordination, have difficulty with self-care routines, or avoid certain textures and activities. An evaluation will clarify whether OT is the right fit.
Signs include extreme sensitivity to sounds, lights, textures, or clothing tags; seeking intense sensory input such as crashing or spinning; difficulty transitioning between activities; frequent meltdowns in busy environments; poor coordination or body awareness; and distress during routine activities like hair washing or nail trimming. An OT can evaluate whether sensory processing is contributing to these behaviors.
Occupational therapy focuses on a child's ability to participate in daily life by looking for underlying challenges. Those various underlying skills may be fine motor delays, sensory processing challenges, low muscle tone/generalized weakness, and/or visual motor and visual perceptual difficulties. Physical therapy focuses on gross motor delays, strength, mobility or rehabilitation following injury or medical condition. The two disciplines can go hand in hand depending on the needs of the child.
OT can begin in infancy - we work on positioning, rolling crawling, and learning to interact with the world. There is no minimum age. Earlier intervention generally leads to faster progress, so if you have concerns about your baby, toddler, or school-age child, do not wait - request an evaluation and we will determine the best path forward.
Sessions are typically play-based and child-led, using activities that feel fun while targeting specific therapeutic goals. You may see your child climbing, swinging, doing puzzles, practicing with scissors, or working through sensory activities. Every activity has a clear clinical purpose guided by the therapist.
Yes, but typically handwriting concerns alone are seen by a school-based occupational therapist. Insurance companies do not qualify handwriting as a medical necessity. If there are other challenges corresponding with handwriting concerns, clinic-based OTs are able to target the underlying challenges. OT addresses the underlying causes - hand-eye coordination, visual perceptual skills, pencil control, and letter formation - rather than just repeating handwriting practice in isolation.
OT is a cornerstone of autism support. Therapists work on sensory regulation, daily living skills, social participation, fine motor development, and emotional self-regulation. OT is often recommended alongside speech therapy and ABA therapy as a team approach to support autistic children.
Duration depends on your child's goals, the areas of concern, and how they respond to intervention. Some children meet their goals in a few months; others benefit from longer-term support. Your therapist will set measurable goals and review progress at regular intervals.
Many insurance plans cover pediatric OT when it is medically necessary. Coverage details - including visit limits, copays, and whether a referral is needed - vary by plan. We recommend contacting your insurance provider directly, and our team is happy to help you navigate the process.