What is Occupational Therapy?

Occupational Therapy (OT) helps children do the everyday things they need and want to do – like playing, learning, making friends, and becoming more independent at home and school.

For kids, their “occupations” are things like:

• Getting dressed and brushing their teeth

• Holding a pencil and writing at school

• Playing with toys or on the playground

• Focusing in class and managing big feelings

• Making friends and joining in with others

Occupational Therapists work with children and their families to build the skills they need to grow, learn, and enjoy life. Every child is different, so we take the time to understand what’s tricky for them and help find ways to make those things easier.

Sometimes this means working on how their body moves, how they process what they see and feel, or how they cope with change or frustration. We use fun, play-based activities to support their development and confidence.