Occupational Therapy

Our in-clinic Occupational Therapy (OT) service is designed to help children develop the skills they need to participate fully in everyday activities – at home, at school, and in the community. Our experienced occupational therapist works closely with each child and their family to build independence, confidence, and functional ability.

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What is Occupational Therapy?

Occupational therapy focuses on enabling children to perform the “occupations” of daily life – activities such as dressing, feeding, writing, playing, and learning. When a child faces challenges due to neurological, developmental, or physical conditions, our OT helps them overcome barriers and build essential life skills.

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Who Can Benefit?

Occupational therapy at our clinic supports children with:

• Cerebral palsy and movement disorders
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Developmental delay and global developmental delay
• ADHD and attention difficulties
• Sensory processing difficulties
• Fine motor delays (difficulty with writing, cutting, buttoning)
• Neuromuscular disorders
• Brain injury or post-surgical rehabilitation

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What Our OT Sessions Include

• Fine Motor Skill Development – Strengthening hand and finger coordination for writing, drawing, and self-care
• Sensory Integration Therapy – Helping children process and respond to sensory input effectively
• Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Training – Dressing, feeding, grooming, and toileting skills
• Visual-Motor Integration – Improving eye-hand coordination for academic tasks
• Play-Based Therapy – Using structured play to develop cognitive and social skills
• Adaptive Equipment Guidance – Recommending tools and aids to support independence
• School Readiness & Handwriting Programs – Preparing children for classroom demands

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Our Approach

Our occupational therapist conducts a thorough initial assessment to understand each child’s strengths, challenges, and goals. Therapy sessions are child-friendly, engaging, and goal-directed. We involve parents and caregivers in every step, providing home activity programs to reinforce progress between sessions.

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When to Refer for Occupational Therapy

Consider an OT assessment if your child:

• Has difficulty with self-care tasks like dressing or feeding
• Struggles with handwriting or fine motor activities
• Is overly sensitive or under-responsive to touch, sound, or movement
• Has poor attention, organization, or task completion
• Avoids certain textures, activities, or environments
• Has been diagnosed with a neurological or developmental condition

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Book an Occupational Therapy Session

Help your child gain the skills to live, learn, and play with confidence. Contact us today to schedule an occupational therapy assessment at our clinic.