Specialties and Advanced Trainings

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DIR/Floortime is an evidence-based, relationship-focused approach that supports social-emotional development in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental differences. Through play and meaningful interactions, it builds on each child’s individual strengths, interests, and developmental needs to support connection, communication, regulation, and growth.

We use evidence-based handwriting approaches tailored to each child's individual needs. Handwriting Without Tears uses a developmental, multi-sensory approach to build foundational pre-writing and printing skills. The Size Matters Handwriting Program focuses on letter size, placement, and consistency to improve overall legibility and help children develop more efficient handwriting skills.

Occupational therapy can help children expand their comfort and confidence with a wider variety of foods through positive, playful food exploration. Using a gradual, individualized approach, children can explore the sensory properties of foods while building the skills needed for more successful mealtimes.

Fine motor skills involve how children use their hands and fingers to interact with and manipulate objects and tools. These skills support everyday activities such as coloring and drawing, cutting with scissors, handwriting and typing, completing puzzles and crafts, and managing fasteners like buttons and zippers.  

Self-care skills help children build independence in everyday routines, including dressing, eating, grooming, and bathing. Occupational therapy can support the coordination, sensory processing, motor planning, and confidence needed to participate more successfully in these daily activities.

Occupational therapy can support infants with torticollis and feeding challenges through play-based, developmentally appropriate activities. Treatment may focus on promoting comfortable movement and positioning, building strength and symmetry, supporting age-appropriate motor skills, and helping infants develop the sensory and oral-motor skills needed for successful feeding.