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Within our centers, we serve many children up to 9 years old who have difficulty effectively receiving, processing, and responding to sensory information.
Occupational therapy for autism can help children strengthen skills needed in everyday life. It can target skills related to play, school preparation, executive functioning, and independence in daily living.
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Occupational therapy (OT) is a form of treatment that focuses on helping children with autism develop the skills needed to thrive in daily life. Through play-based activities and targeted interventions, OT can address sensory processing challenges and improve fine and gross motor skills.
In partnership with ABA therapy, OT helps children with autism aged 18 months to 9 years old in various ways, focusing on improving their ability to participate in everyday activities.
Here are some key areas OT can address:
Many children with autism face unique hurdles in their daily lives. Occupational therapy can become a valuable bridge, helping them navigate these challenges and thrive. Here’s how:
Occupational therapists play a pivotal role in your child’s treatment journey.
Our specialists use hands-on developmental activities and adaptive strategies to improve learning and environment to address the following skills:
Occupational therapists use a variety of engaging methods and techniques to help children with autism develop the skills they need to thrive in daily life. These techniques focus on making activities fun and functional, turning therapy into a natural part of a child’s world.
Here are some key methods OTs use:
Using these methods and techniques, OT can significantly improve a child’s ability to participate in daily activities, fostering independence, confidence, and a sense of accomplishment.
Play is crucial for social development. Occupational therapists create opportunities for children to engage in cooperative play and learn how to share, compromise, and take turns while working on building up fine and gross motor skills.
Occupational therapists can help your child develop strategies to manage sensory input in group environments. This might involve teaching them coping mechanisms for dealing with loud noises or crowded spaces, allowing them to participate more comfortably.
As children with ASD develop social skills and navigate social situations more successfully, their confidence grows. This can lead to increased participation in activities, stronger friendships, and a greater sense of belonging.
By working on these areas, OT helps children with ASD build meaningful relationships, experience the joy of social interaction, and participate more fully in the world around them.
The goals of OT for children with autism are to:
Are you looking for an OT to support your child with autism? At Bierman Autism Centers, we have locations nationwide, making it easier to find a qualified therapist close to you.
Contact us today to get started and learn more about our full spectrum of autism therapy services.
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