Empowering independence through daily life skills

Pediatric occupational therapy helps children build the skills they need for school, play, and life — growing confidence every step of the way.

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No more waitlists. Get connected with a large network of pediatric therapists (OT, PT, SLP) available in-home, in-clinic, at school, or virtually—so you can feel confident in the quality of care and get started right away.

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Therapy is expensive and insurance is confusing. We make it easy with a benefits checker that helps you understand coverage, plus access to in-network providers. Families save up to 75% compared to traditional methods.

Coordinate everything in one place

Your child thrives when everyone works together. Village is the only HIPAA-compliant platform that unites families and therapists in one secure hub—making it easy to share updates, track progress, and align on goals.

Where daily routines become milestones.

From handwriting and brushing teeth to managing big feelings and navigating sensory challenges, occupational therapy helps children strengthen the skills that shape daily life — fine motor development, self-care routines, sensory processing, and emotional regulation. With the right support, those routines turn into milestones of independence and joy.

CORE FOCUS AREAS

What does pediatric occupational therapy entail?

Fine motor skills

Activities like handwriting, drawing, buttoning, or using utensils can be difficult for some kids. OT builds hand strength, dexterity, and coordination so children can participate with confidence in school and self-care tasks.

Sensory processing

Some children may be overly sensitive or under-responsive to sounds, textures, or movement. OT helps them interpret and respond to sensory input in a way that feels safe and organized—building focus, comfort, and confidence in new environments.

Self-care and independence

OT supports everyday routines like dressing, brushing teeth, and using utensils. Therapists help children develop the strength, coordination, and sequencing skills needed to perform these tasks more independently.

Emotional regulation and social participation

Through play and structured activities, OT helps children recognize and manage their emotions, practice flexibility, and engage positively with peers and caregivers—laying the groundwork for stronger relationships and confidence in group settings.

PROCESS OVERVIEW

What to expect in pediatric occupational therapy

1

Evaluation

The child’s therapist begins with a thorough assessment to understand sensory processing, fine motor, and daily living skills. They observe how the child moves, focuses, and participates in routines at home, school, and play.

2

Goal setting

Using family input along with the therapist’s observations and assessment data, the therapist outlines short- and long-term goals — from self-feeding and dressing to emotional regulation and handwriting success.

3

Play-Based Therapy

Therapy sessions are fun, movement-rich, and child-led. Play builds foundational skills for attention, coordination, and confidence, and problem solving — so children learn and grow while having fun.

4

Real-Life Practice

Skills are practiced in meaningful ways, like climbing, cutting, drawing, or calming the body for transitions — connecting therapy to real daily routines to support independence.

5

Caregiver Coaching

Parents and caregivers receive hands-on strategies, sensory tools, and visuals to use at home. Simple routines are shared to make meaningful progress between sessions.

6

Collaboration

With Village, progress updates and goals are shared in one secure place so caregivers and providers stay connected. Children thrive when everyone works together as a team.

Village supports me as a clinician and the children and families I work with.

"Village informed my treatment, let me connect with other care providers to get insider information I wouldn’t have had otherwise, and tailor my approach in minutes. It saved me the back-and-forth of emails and meetings and gave me a real-time snapshot of what’s happening at school."

Rebecca Prosser

Occupational Therapist of SK Collective

"As a pediatric occupational therapist, it means a lot to collaborate with The Village, a team that values family-centered care and understands the importance of early support.

Village has created an accessible and supportive environment for families and their commitment to holistic care and empowering parents really aligns with my philosophy. I’m grateful to be part of this community and excited to continue helping little ones thrive together."