Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy (OT) helps children build the skills they need for everyday activities like playing, learning, dressing, eating, and interacting with others. Using individualized, play-based therapy, occupational therapists help children develop independence, confidence, and participation at home, school, and in the community.
What to Expect During Occupational Therapy
OT sessions are engaging and play-based, using activities such as games, obstacle courses, crafts, and pretend play to build skills like coordination, sensory processing, self-regulation, and problem-solving. Therapists partner with families to provide strategies that support success beyond the clinic.
Your child may benefit from OT if they have difficulty with:
Dressing, grooming, or other self-care skills
Feeding or picky eating
Sensory processing
Emotional regulation or transitions
Fine or gross motor skills
Attention, organization, or routines
Play, social interaction, or independence
An evaluation can help determine if occupational therapy is the right fit.
Meet the Team
Hali Dekker, M.S., OTR/L
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Certifications: Interactive Metronome
Specialties: Sensory integration, vision, neurology, functional daily skills
Laura Finn, M.S., OTR/L
SENIOR THERAPIST/OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Certifications: Interactive Metronome, CBT-I, AEIOU Feeding
Specialties: Pediatric sleep, feeding, sensory processing, self-regulation
Ellie McNally, M.S., OTR/L
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Certifications: Interactive Metronome, AEIOU Feeding, Primitive Reflex Integration
Specialties: Sensory integration, emotional regulation, feeding, self-care