OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
OT is available through teletherapy or limited clinic hours! Curious about teletherapy? Watch these videos to see our Therapists in action!
Our Occupational Therapists hold at least Bachelor's Degrees, are licensed in the state, and are nationally certified by AOTA.
Our therapists are highly trained in the areas of sensory approaches, neurodevelopmental treatment approaches, and low vision.
Occupational therapy evaluates and can help with:
OT is available through teletherapy or limited clinic hours! Curious about teletherapy? Watch these videos to see our Therapists in action!
Our Occupational Therapists hold at least Bachelor's Degrees, are licensed in the state, and are nationally certified by AOTA.
Our therapists are highly trained in the areas of sensory approaches, neurodevelopmental treatment approaches, and low vision.
Occupational therapy evaluates and can help with:
- Sensory integration
- Fine motor skills development
- Handwriting
- Dressing and play skills
- Low vision
What is Occupational Therapy (OT)?
Occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants help people across the lifespan participate in meaningful tasks and activities independently in the home, school, community and work environments. Activities of daily living include dressing, bathing, toileting, grooming and eating and some instrumental activities of daily living include meal preparation, clothing care, cleaning, shopping, and care of others/pets.
Who do Occupational Therapists work with?
Occupational therapists work with individuals 0-99+. OT’s work with individuals who may have diagnoses due to an injury or illness or diagnoses such as developmental delay, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, or Down syndrome to name a few.
What is the difference between School based OT and Outpatient OT?
Outpatient occupational therapy follows a medical model while school based OT follows an educational model. Outpatient occupational therapists work with individuals to enhance functional participation in the home, community and school setting, while school occupational therapists support the student through academic challenges.
Services provided by school based occupational therapists must be relevant to the education of the student and can be provided directly, in a group setting, in the classroom or on a consultative basis. Outpatient therapy is able to address a more wide variety of skills usually on a one-to-one basis and emphasizes a family-centered approach, often including the parent/caregiver through the evaluation, goal setting, and discharge process.
Both school and outpatient OT’s can use a variety of intervention strategies including but not limited to: play, sensory integration, strengthening, handwriting, coordination, fine motor skills, visual perceptual skills, and socialization
What is Early Intervention (EI)?
Early intervention services and supports are typically provided to children birth to 3 years old. In EI, occupational therapists address ares of occupation including activities of daily living, sleep, play, social interaction and education. OT’s work to increase a family’s knowledge and capacity to care for their child and promote independence in the child’s natural environment.
References:
Palladino, B. (2019). Outpatient vs. School-Based Occupational Therapy. Brains Potential.
Retrieved from: https://brainspotential.com/outpatient-vs-school-based-occupational-therapy/
Stoffel, A. & Schleis, R. (2014). Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): What is the Role of Occupational Therapy in Early Intervention?. The American Occupational Therapy Association. Retrieved from: https://www.aota.org/~/media/Corporate/Files/Practice/Children/Browse/EI/Role-of-OT_1/Early-Intervention-FAQ.pdf
Occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants help people across the lifespan participate in meaningful tasks and activities independently in the home, school, community and work environments. Activities of daily living include dressing, bathing, toileting, grooming and eating and some instrumental activities of daily living include meal preparation, clothing care, cleaning, shopping, and care of others/pets.
Who do Occupational Therapists work with?
Occupational therapists work with individuals 0-99+. OT’s work with individuals who may have diagnoses due to an injury or illness or diagnoses such as developmental delay, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, or Down syndrome to name a few.
What is the difference between School based OT and Outpatient OT?
Outpatient occupational therapy follows a medical model while school based OT follows an educational model. Outpatient occupational therapists work with individuals to enhance functional participation in the home, community and school setting, while school occupational therapists support the student through academic challenges.
Services provided by school based occupational therapists must be relevant to the education of the student and can be provided directly, in a group setting, in the classroom or on a consultative basis. Outpatient therapy is able to address a more wide variety of skills usually on a one-to-one basis and emphasizes a family-centered approach, often including the parent/caregiver through the evaluation, goal setting, and discharge process.
Both school and outpatient OT’s can use a variety of intervention strategies including but not limited to: play, sensory integration, strengthening, handwriting, coordination, fine motor skills, visual perceptual skills, and socialization
What is Early Intervention (EI)?
Early intervention services and supports are typically provided to children birth to 3 years old. In EI, occupational therapists address ares of occupation including activities of daily living, sleep, play, social interaction and education. OT’s work to increase a family’s knowledge and capacity to care for their child and promote independence in the child’s natural environment.
References:
Palladino, B. (2019). Outpatient vs. School-Based Occupational Therapy. Brains Potential.
Retrieved from: https://brainspotential.com/outpatient-vs-school-based-occupational-therapy/
Stoffel, A. & Schleis, R. (2014). Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): What is the Role of Occupational Therapy in Early Intervention?. The American Occupational Therapy Association. Retrieved from: https://www.aota.org/~/media/Corporate/Files/Practice/Children/Browse/EI/Role-of-OT_1/Early-Intervention-FAQ.pdf