Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy is not offered at this time. We are in the
process of credentialing our occupational therapist. Please
check our website or call our office for updates.

“Occupational therapy is the only profession that helps
people across the lifespan to do the things they want
and need to do through the therapeutic use of daily
activities (occupations). Occupational therapy
practitioners enable people of all ages to live life to its
fullest by helping them promote health, and prevent—or
live better with—injury, illness, or disability.”

What does an Occupational Therapist Do?

Definition


Occupational therapy for kids is a type of treatment that focuses on how kids carry out activities in their everyday lives. With occupational therapy, the therapist will work with the child to help them develop important skills and improve their function.

Occupational Therapist



An Occupational Therapist is a healthcare professional who helps a child reach their utmost potential. The goal of a pediatric occupational therapist is to help each child become independent in daily living tasks, become successful academically, and address sensory processing difficulties.









Children who benefit from Occupational Therapy

Children with



• DEVELOPMENTAL DELAYS


• FINE MOTOR SKILLS


• MOVEMENT, STRENGTH, & BALANCE DEVELOPMENT (GROSS MOTOR SKILLS)


• VISUAL PROCESSING


• ORAL MOTOR/ORAL SENSORY


• SENSORY PROCESSING


• SOCIAL INTERACTION SKILLS


• LEARNING CHALLENGES


• PLAY SKILLS




 

How are Services Initiated?

 

 

• If a parent/guardian feels the child would benefit from speech and/or occupational, therapy, a referral from a child’s primary care physician may be required. Please call our office to determine if a referral is necessary.

 

• Parents/guardian can express concerns during their child’s doctor’s visit and their doctor may initiate a referral.

Referral Process

  • A child is referred for services by their primary care physician (if required by insurance)

  • ST and/or OT evaluation will be scheduled

  • Patient is seen for an initial evaluation where a battery of standardized tests will be performed to determine if they qualify for services

  • Evaluating therapist will formulate an individualized plan of care tailored towards the patient’s strengths and weaknesses (Frequency of therapy, diagnosis, and goals will be implemented)

  • The report will then be sent to the pediatrician for review and will need to be signed by the referring doctor.

  • The report will then be sent to the insurance company for authorization.

  • Once authorization is received, therapy can begin!

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