Occupational Therapy Blogs

. In this context, “occupation” doesn’t just mean a job; it refers to the meaningful activities that make up a student’s school day, such as holding a pencil, navigating the classroom, staying organized, or engaging in group learning. Occupational Therapists in schools work with children and teens...

Teletherapy is becoming an increasingly popular option for both patients and providers alike, thanks to its convenience and accessibility. However, many schools and parents are still unsure of the emerging offering. With that in mind, we wanted to take a look at some of the key benefits of using...

As an Occupational Therapist, I not only see students with dysgraphia, but I am also the mom of twin boys that both deal with it on a daily basis. I noticed early in their development that both avoided puzzles, drawing/coloring, and writing but were amazing with tools and building with Legos. It was...

As an Occupational Therapist (OT) who provides assessments and interventions to children via telepractice, I get a lot of questions regarding how I can accomplish this with students who have a sensory processing disorder. When parents and teachers report student concerns such as: “squirming in their...

Play is essential for learning at a young age. All of us learn through our early years of play that make learning easier as we age. The child who never engages in storytelling cannot develop their imagination and prepare themselves for excellent writing skills. The child who doesn’t sing and dance may have...