We help individuals accomplish their “occupations.”
For children, occupations include playing, learning, and developing their sense of independence. At Family Tree, occupational therapy is focused on helping children develop the motor and visual skills, as well as the self-regulation and social skills necessary to do so. We do this by working with the body in specific movement-based activities and exercises, all within the context of social relationships. Occupational therapy can also help you learn how to modify activities and your environment to help foster the greatest level of success for your child. Listen to our podcast on Occupational Therapy to learn more.
Therapy can benefit kids with:
- ADD/ADHD
- Sensory Integration/Processing Differences
- Autistic Spectrum Disorders
- Dyspraxia
- Down Syndrome
- Handwriting Challenges
- Mood and Regulation Disorders
- Coordination challenges
- Developmental Delays
- Genetic disorders
- Cerebral palsy
- Dyslexia
We'll work on these skills:
- Development of gross, fine and visual motor skills
- Sensory Integration
- Postural Stability and Strength
- Bilateral (two hand) coordination
- Reflex Integration
- Handwriting
- Self-regulation
- Social skills, including engagement, back and forth play, and problem solving skills
- Organizational, Sequencing and planning skills
We use a variety of of treatment approaches to create the most beneficial program for your child.
Some of these research-based programs include:
Reflex Integration
Reflex integration uses a variety of specific exercises to address the neurosensorimotor system; establishing a sense of safety which promotes foundational motor and cognitive skills. The Institute for Neuro - Physiological Psychology
Learn MoreBal-A-Vis-X
Bal-A-Vis-X is a series of balance, auditory and vision exercises, rooted in rhythm, that use bean bags, balls and balance boards to facilitate vision and motor skills, attention and self-esteem.
Learn MoreFloortime/DIR
The Developmental, Individual Difference, Relationship-Based Model of Intervention (DIR) provides a developmental framework for autism spectrum and related disorders.
Learn MoreBrain Gym
Brain Gym consists of 26 exercises that are designed to help with coordinating the top/bottom, left/right and front/back of the body.
Learn MoreRhythmic Movement Training
RMT uses a combination of both passive and active rhythmical movements that are foundational to motor skill development and self-regulation.
Learn MoreSensory Integration
Sensory Integration includes the use of activities to activate the vestibular, proprioceptive, and tactile systems to promote self-regulation and participation across all environments.
Learn MorePositive Behavior Management
Our behavior management is based on positive communication principles. You can find our in-house parenting training here.
Learn MoreMichelle Garcia Winner's Social Thinking
Social thinking skills help kids develop their social competencies to better connect with others and enhance relationships.
Learn MoreLooking for More Information?
Speech & Language TherapyDo you have questions regarding your child’s development? Have you shared your concerns with your doctor and not sure of your next steps? We get it.
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Are you not sure where to start or what to do?
My baby is very difficult to soothe and hates tummy time. Should I think about therapy for her?
My daughter is anxious and has a really hard time joining in social situations or playing with kids her own age. She doesn’t have a diagnosis, but I’m worried. Should I think about therapy for her?
My child has sensory processing challenges. His clothes have to be just right. He can’t stand certain types of movement, puts everything in his mouth, and he’s always crashing into things. Can you help?
I have general concerns regarding my child’s development, my doctor say he will grow out of it, is there something I can do now?
My son has a very difficult time paying attention, following directions, and reading. Could you help me figure out why he has these challenges and give us tools to help him?
My child doesn’t like certain foods and seems to be very selective when it comes to eating. He has a hard time chewing things. Would therapy help?
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