The results have been tremendous…We would strongly recommend PPTS to other families looking for OT help.” L.P – Parent, 4 1/2 year old boy
Occupational Therapy (OT) focuses on helping children to successfully participate in their daily routines.
Also known as “occupations” which for a child are play, self-care activities, sleep, school related tasks, and social participation.
Our occupational therapists use a variety of evidenced based treatment approaches and play based activities as a tool to help develop underlying skills that are making it challenging for a child to perform particular tasks.
The activities are playful and fun, children become motivated and invested in their treatment programs, which is when we see the real progress begin.
All services are provided by licensed and experienced pediatric occupational therapists who specialize in working with a wide range of conditions.
We are pleased to offer the following services:
- Evaluations
- Individual Treatment Sessions
- Fine Motor Development
- Upper Extremity Strengthening
- Activities of Daily Living (Self-Care)
- Sensory Integration Therapy
- Behavior Modification
- Neurodevelopmental Treatment
- Kinesio Taping
- Motor Planning & Sequencing
- Balance & Coordination
- Orthotic & Adaptive Equipment recommendations and referrals
- Oral Motor
- Feeding and Swallowing
- Infant Massage
- Perceptual Motor development
- Consultations
- Parent/Caregiver Education and Training
- Individualized Home Programs
FAQs
Pediatric occupational therapy helps children develop the skills they need to perform daily activities and participate in their environments effectively. It focuses on improving fine motor skills, coordination, sensory processing, cognition and adaptive skills to enhance a child’s ability to participate in school, play, and self-care. Therapy is tailored to each child’s needs, promoting independence, increased self-esteem and overall well-being.
Signs your child might need Occupational Therapy include difficulties with fine motor skills, coordination, sensory processing, emotional regulation or daily tasks like dressing and feeding. If your child struggles with tasks at school, play, or self-care, or shows frustration in these areas, Occupational Therapy could be beneficial. Consult an Occupational Therapist for a thorough evaluation and further guidance.
Occupational Therapy (OT) can help your child by improving fine motor skills, coordination, and sensory processing. It supports better emotional regulation and self-care skills for daily tasks and academic performance. Through tailored activities and strategies, OT can enhance your child’s ability to engage in play, school, and self-care, promoting overall independence, confidence and quality of life.
While there can be some overlap between Occupational and Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy’s goal is to help children develop skills such as fine motor, sensory processing and adaptive strategies for independence and participation in their daily activities while Physical Therapy focuses on helping children to improve how their muscles function, how their body moves and their overall mobility.
