Occupational Therapy

Evaluation

I provide a thorough evaluation including assessment of:

executive functioning skills (attention, sequencing, problem-solving, planning, impulse control)
motor skills (strength, balance, coordination, endurance, motor planning)
sensory processing skills
emotional regulation
cognition
ability to participate in activities of daily living (feeding, dressing, sleep, bathing, grooming, toileting, etc)

Goal Setting

Together, we create goals based off of identified support areas and where you or your child has identified challenges in day to day life.

Goals are unique to each family and their child.

Therapy and Support

For young children, therapy often looks like play.

For older children and teens, therapy likely includes much more collaboration and problem-solving with the child.

Therapy activities will be based on the specific goals we have set for your child.

Where?

Your home

I am based out of Tacoma and travel within 15 miles.

(Outside of this range is possible (additional travel fees may apply)

Tele-health

Video conferencing

Clinic

Tacoma, WA

Aqua Therapy

Aqua therapy is especially beneficial for children with physical disabilities or injuries, as the buoyancy of the water can help reduce stress on the joints and muscles. Additionally, the resistance of the water can provides a low-impact environment that is beneficial for strength building, balance, and motor control.

Aqua therapy provides a unique sensory experience. It can be extremely regulating for many children who experience sensory processing difficulties.

Autism Navigation and Support

It can be extremely overwhelming to know what to do before getting a diagnosis or after.

I provide:

Short-term guidance and support including
- Making sense of autism evaluation & recommendations
- Deciding if an autism evaluation is appropriate/where to go
- Getting connected with community resources
- Guidance on finding neurodiversity affirming resources and education
- Ask any questions you might have
  - What is autism?
  - What is neurodiversity?
  - How do I know if my child is autistic?
  - My child was identified as autistic - what do I do next?
- Resources for developing autistic identity

Virtual/tele-health video sessions