Occupational Therapy

What is occupational therapy?

Occupational therapy at A Grade Therapy helps your child complete fine motor tasks with confidence and become increasingly independent. Licensed occupational therapists come to your home and work with your child to help them perform task-specific activities and develop vital life skills.

They can also provide you and your family with education to support your child’s progress and self-sufficiency. As they develop stronger physical, cognitive, and motor skills, they become more capable of engaging with the world around them and less reliant on others to meet their needs.

What do pediatric occupational therapists do?

Pediatric occupational therapists address conditions like:

• Handwriting issues
• Sensory integration problems
• Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Down syndrome
• Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
• Visual processing disorders
• Feeding disorders

These and other conditions can impact how well your child can initially complete tasks such as getting dressed, using the toilet on their own, eating, writing by hand or typing, tying their shoes, and interacting comfortably with others. 

Their sessions may also address social skills like taking turns, transitioning between activities, and making eye contact.

What are the benefits of occupational therapy?

Some of the many benefits of occupational therapy include:

• Sensory integration
• Improvements in self-help skills
• Improved fine motor skills
• Better motor planning
• Better visual perception
• Improved visual-motor skills, like handwriting
• Improved play and socialization skills

Occupational therapy sessions utilize various activities tailored to your child’s unique needs and goals. Their provider breaks down complex tasks into smaller, more manageable parts and teaches them ways to focus on tasks. They can also work on vital listening skills.

Learning appropriate social behavior can be a key component of occupational therapy sessions with A Grade Therapy.

Is pediatric occupational therapy right for my child?

In the comfort of your home where your child can be most at ease, Aaron thoroughly assesses their skills, engaging them in play and having them complete tasks to get a better understanding of their current challenges and strengths.

For example, they may need to make letters, shapes, and sentences or respond to questions. A Grade Therapy carefully tailors your child’s therapy sessions to help them thrive at home, school, and with other people.

To learn more about A Grade Therapy’s exceptional, highly effective occupational therapy, call the office today to schedule your in-home visit. Virtual visits may also be available.