What is OT?
A child’s life is made up of “occupations” such as eating, bathing, dressing, playing, learning, & socializing. In Occupational Therapy (OT), we focus on supporting your child’s development so that they can be independent and happy in their routines.
OT addresses a variety of developmental areas including fine motor, gross motor, oral motor, social / emotional skills, sensory processing and visual motor / visual perceptual skills that impact functional participation in daily routines.
Click on the links to learn more about each area!
How can I tell if my child needs OT?
Complete this checklist to determine the need for an OT evaluation.
I am concerned about how my child:
uses their hands to play with toys or feed themselves
has difficulty with coloring or handwriting
eats, chews, drinks, or swallows
chokes or coughs when drinking
is a “picky eater”
does not roll, sit, crawl or walk when expected
is “clumsy” or falls more often than others
sleep schedule is disrupted
cries a lot compared to other children
has limited play or social skills
plays too rough with others or plays in an unsafe way
is overly sensitive to touch, sounds
avoids play that other children his / her age enjoy
is extremely clingy
has difficulty with transitions to / from school or daycare
has unreasonable fears, anxiety
has poor impulse control
Evaluation
Occupational Therapists partner with you to paint a picture of your child’s development and make a plan if needed to gain skills. Your evaluation will include an assessment of:
your child’s abilities and what is expected at their age
functional impact of any concerns identified
determination if OT is recommended
focus areas in treatment plan
