Occupational Therapy

Building the skills your child uses every single day

Our occupational therapy helps children build the fine motor, sensory processing, and self-care skills that support independence at home, at school, and everywhere in between.
Licensed Occupational Therapists
Play-Based Sessions
Sensory & Motor Focused
Linked to Your Child’s ITP
What Is Occupational Therapy?

Skill-building for the everyday moments that matter most

Occupational therapy, or OT, focuses on the physical and sensory skills children need for everyday independence, from holding a pencil to managing a noisy classroom. Our occupational therapists work through play-based activities that build strength, coordination, and comfort with the sensory world around your child.
Every OT goal connects back to your child’s Individual Treatment Plan, so the skills practiced in session are the ones that matter most for your child’s daily life.
What occupational therapy can address
Fine motor skills like grasping, writing, and using scissors
Sensory processing and regulation
Self-care skills like dressing, feeding, and hygiene
Hand-eye coordination and play skills
Where We Focus

From motor coordination to everyday independence

Motor & Coordination Skills

Fine motor skills for writing, drawing, and using tools
Hand-eye coordination through games and play
Building strength and body awareness

Sensory & Daily Living Skills

Sensory processing strategies for sounds, textures, and movement
Self-care routines like dressing, feeding, and hygiene
Strategies that carry over into home and school routines
How Sessions Work

From an initial skills check to everyday independence

01

Assess Skills

We look at fine motor, sensory, and daily living skills alongside your child’s CMDE and treatment plan.
02

Set Practical Goals

Goals focus on real, everyday tasks, not abstract milestones.
03

Play-Based Sessions

Skills are built through games, crafts, and hands-on activities your child enjoys.
04

Build Independence

We track progress and expand goals as your child grows more independent.
What Comes Next

OT skills lay the groundwork for school readiness

The fine motor, sensory, and self-care skills built in OT often become the foundation for a smoother transition to school.
Common Questions

Questions families ask about occupational therapy

OT can begin as early as toddlerhood and continues as long as it supports your child’s goals, with activities adjusted to fit their age and stage.

Yes. Sensory processing is a core focus of occupational therapy, and we build strategies to help your child feel more comfortable and regulated in everyday environments.

Occupational therapy focuses on the skills needed for daily activities and independence, like fine motor and self-care tasks, while physical therapy typically addresses broader movement, strength, and mobility.

Yes, and we encourage it. Many OT strategies are shared with families as part of Family Care Giving, so progress continues outside of sessions.

For most families enrolled in Medical Assistance, MinnesotaCare, or MA-TEFRA, occupational therapy is covered as part of the EIDBI benefit once it is included in your child’s treatment plan.

Ready to build everyday skills with your child?

Reach out and our team will help determine if occupational therapy is the right fit as part of your child’s treatment plan.