Your Initial Assessment
When meeting with an occupational therapist, a variety of assessments are used. These include:
- Standardized Assessments
- Clinical Observations
- Parent Interview or Checklist
As service providers, occupational therapists evaluate the children in their home and other environments such as school. The initial assessment includes input from both the child as well as the caregivers.
Once the assessment is complete, a full report will be provided including recommendations as well as education and feedback for families. In collaboration with the caregivers, realistic goals are created to best address the child’s needs at that time.
Intervention is customized to meet those needs and to ensure that they can improve their ability to perform in their regular occupations and achieve their goals. Changes to the intervention plan and intensity of treatment can occur at any time depending on the progress of the child.
Areas of focus and services
Our occupational therapists have experience with a wide range of needs and services. Some areas of focus include:
Fine and gross motor skills
Meeting developmental milestones for babies and toddlers
Printing and handwriting
Assessment for assistive technology
Training on various software programs
Equipment and environmental modifications
Sensory processing
Supporting better sleep and sleep hygiene
Complete home safety assessment
Exploration of leisure activities
Daily routine and schedule
Strategies to improve self-care
Attention and focus
Organizational skills
Classroom observations and recommendations
Self-regulation skills
Anxiety and stress management
Prevocational and vocational skills
Parent education and training
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