Pediatric Occupational Therapy in Denver
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Pediatric Occupational Therapy at Children’s Therapy Services of Colorado
Pediatric occupational therapy helps children develop the skills they use during play, self-care, school, and everyday family routines. These activities may include writing, dressing, cutting, washing hands, using utensils, manipulating toys, and coordinating movements during play.
Our pediatric occupational therapists assess the motor, sensory, visual, and self-regulation skills that may affect a child’s participation throughout the day. Each treatment plan reflects the child’s individual strengths, support needs, and family priorities.
PLAY BASED THERAPY MODEL
Play is one of the primary ways children learn and build new skills. Our therapists use purposeful, play-based activities to work toward goals involving fine motor coordination, sensory processing, attention, self-care, and participation in daily routines. Activities are selected for a specific therapeutic purpose while helping children stay interested and involved in the session.
EVIDENCE-BASED TREATMENT
Our pediatric occupational therapy team uses evidence-based methods based on each child’s evaluation results and treatment goals. Therapists may adapt the activity, environment, tools, or level of support as the child develops new skills.
POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT
Therapists use encouragement and positive reinforcement to help children participate in activities that may feel unfamiliar or challenging. Sessions may include movement, games, crafts, sensory activities, or practice with daily tasks, depending on the child’s goals.
TELEHEALTH/IN-PERSON SESSIONS
We understand that there will be times when a family can’t make it to our Northglenn, CO office for treatment due to any number of life factors. In these moments, know that we proudly provide Telehealth Therapy and these virtual visits are considered appropriate and effective by the American Medical Association.
Areas of Expertise at Children’s Therapy Services of Colorado
Sensory processing
Developmental Delay & Milestone Delay
Self-Regulation
Visual-motor integration
Visual perceptual and oculomotor
Fine motor control and coordination
Adaptive Equipment
Gross motor control and coordination
Feeding and oral motor skills
Self-care
Sustained attention
Cognitive Skills
Social and peer interaction
Executive functioning
Handwriting
CERTIFICATIONS
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Our Process
step 01
Phone Consult
During the phone consultation, we'll ask what you are noticing during your child's daily activities. This may include concerns about dressing, handwriting, utensil use, sensory responses, attention, coordination, play, or school participation.
The conversation helps our team determine whether a pediatric occupational therapy evaluation may be an appropriate next step.
step 02
Evaluation
The occupational therapy evaluation looks at the skills involved in your child's everyday activities. Depending on your child's needs, the therapist may use standardized assessments, caregiver questionnaires, clinical observation, and play-based or functional tasks.
The evaluation may examine fine motor coordination, visual-motor skills, sensory processing, motor planning, self-regulation, attention, and self-care. A parent or caregiver also provides important information about the child's routines, strengths, and areas where additional support may be helpful.
step 03
Recommendations
After the evaluation, your occupational therapist will explain the findings in clear, practical language and answer your questions. If pediatric occupational therapy is recommended, the therapist will develop goals connected to activities that matter in your child's daily life.
Goals may focus on tasks such as using utensils, fastening clothing, forming letters, managing sensory input, completing classroom activities, or moving between routines more comfortably.
step 04
Therapy
Pediatric occupational therapy sessions combine purposeful play with practice of the skills connected to your child's goals. A session may include movement activities, sensory strategies, crafts, games, handwriting tasks, or practice with self-care activities.
The therapist adjusts activities as your child's skills and support needs change. Eligible Early Intervention clients may receive services in the home, while other occupational therapy services are provided at our Northglenn office.
step 05
Progress Checkups
Your therapist will provide updates about what your child practiced and how the session went. Progress is reviewed based on therapy goals and changes in everyday participation at home, school, and during play.
The therapist may recommend practical strategies your family can use between appointments. Treatment activities and goals can also be adjusted as your child's needs change.
step 06
Graduate from Services
Discharge is considered when your child has met their occupational therapy goals or no longer needs skilled therapy to support those goals. Your therapist will discuss your child's progress, remaining support needs, and recommended next steps with your family.
Every child's timeline is different. The decision to complete pediatric occupational therapy is based on your child's individual progress and clinical needs.
GET STARTED
Ready To Speak With A Therapist?
If you have questions about your child’s sensory, motor, self-care, or daily living skills, contact Children’s Therapy Services of Colorado.
Our team can help you understand whether pediatric occupational therapy may be a good next step for your family.