Pediatric Occupational Therapy
Pediatric occupational therapy promotes motor and sensory development for integration into functional life skills.
Those who may benefit from therapy include individuals with:
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Brachial plexus injury
- Cerebral palsy
- Central processing disorder
- Challenges with motor planning
- Central processing disorder
- Developmental delay
- Delayed visual motor skills
- Delayed or uncoordinated fine motor development
- Neuromuscular dysfunction
- Motor planning
- Sensory processing disorders
- Traumatic brain injury/concussion
Participants in therapy will see improvements in handwriting, hand and upper extremity skills and self-care skills, including feeding and dressing.
Preparing for Occupational Therapy
Your child will need a physician’s referral to set up an initial evaluation appointment.
What to Bring
Please ensure your child is wearing comfortable clothing and shoes and bring the following:
- Your insurance and a photo ID
- Any adaptive equipment your child requires or has been issued
- Any medical documentation you feel is important and that may not be available to the therapist
- A copy of your child’s IEP if they are receiving therapy at school
When to Arrive
Please arrive about 15 minutes prior to your scheduled visit to complete the registration process. For children under age 18, a parent or guardian must be present for the initial appointment.