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Helping children build the skills they need for everyday life — at home, at school, and in the world around them.

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Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy (OT) helps children develop the physical, sensory, and motor skills needed to participate in daily activities. For children, “occupation” means learning, playing, growing, and becoming more independent.

OT supports skills like:

  • Fine motor development (writing, cutting, buttoning)

  • Hand-eye coordination

  • Sensory processing

  • Emotional regulation

  • Self-care skills like dressing and feeding

It’s not about fixing a child — it’s about supporting their development in a way that feels empowering and encouraging.

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COMPASSION

We strive to understand your needs and want to support you and your family throughout the therapy process.

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TRUST

Building a trusting relationship is a top priority. We are joining YOUR team of dedicated friends, family and other involved providers.

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KNOWLEDGE

We work to provide research focused therapy and intervention. Our experience team promotes feedback and the sharing of information to help everyone attain their goals.

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ACCEPTANCE

Your insight, personal history, and past experiences are essential, and we want to meet your current needs. Our team alongside you and your family.

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CELEBRATION

Little victories should not go unnoticed. We serve clients with excitement during each step within therapy process. We celebrate ALL growth and milestones.

Who Does OT Help?

Occupational therapy can benefit children who experience challenges with everyday activities. Some children struggle with handwriting, coordination, or using small tools. Others may feel overwhelmed by certain textures, sounds, or environments. Some have difficulty sitting still, transitioning between activities, or regulating their emotions. Children with developmental delays, ADHD, autism spectrum differences, or sensory processing challenges often benefit from additional support, but therapy is not limited to a specific diagnosis. Every child develops at their own pace, and OT provides individualized support when extra guidance is helpful.

Signs OT May Be Beneficial:

Parents often notice small signs before anyone else does. You might see frustration during daily routines, avoidance of fine motor tasks, difficulty keeping up with peers, or challenges with coordination and balance. Some children become easily overwhelmed by noise, clothing textures, or busy environments. Others struggle with independence in tasks like dressing or feeding. If you’ve found yourself wondering whether your child could use extra support, that instinct is important. Therapy does not require a crisis — it simply offers proactive guidance.

Why Early Support Matters

The earlier challenges are identified, the easier it is to build foundational skills. Early support can prevent frustration, build confidence, and support smoother transitions into school and social environments.

You don’t have to wait until things feel “big enough.” Support is proactive — not reactive.

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Every child develops differently — OT simply provides extra support when needed.

Occupational Therapy FAQ

  • Most OT sessions are 45- 60 minutes, depending on goals and needs of the client.

  • We can help your child with feeding, sensory differences, dressing, hygiene, emotional regulation, motor planning, executive functioning, visual perceptual differences, coping strategies, and more.

  • Unfortunately, yes. However, please reach out as outlined above and we will add you to our list. 

  • All ages! While we are primarily a pediatric clinic, we services adults as well. 

  • Of course! Some families prefer to wait in the waiting room, others find it helpful to watch sessions. Talk with your clinician to find a plan that works best for you and your child.  

  • Email us at team@owltherapyservices.comwith a little information about the individual needing services. We like to know their name, age, services you’re looking for (OT and/or speech), primary goals or areas of support, and general availability.