Occupational pediatric Therapy
We offer pediatric occupational therapy services catering to children across all age groups, guiding them toward reaching their maximum potential. Our skilled and devoted pediatric occupational therapists adopt a developmental methodology to tackle aspects of physical abilities, including fine and gross motor skills, sensory processing and modulation, handwriting skills, visual motor skills, and self-help skills. Utilizing a diverse array of therapeutic tools and methods, we strive to support your child in attaining their objectives. We actively involve parents in the treatment process, recognizing their crucial role in the child’s development.
Little Tesla Occupational Therapy provides services for kids who may experience difficulties with:
- Sensory processing challenges
- Self-regulation problems
- Clumsiness or poor coordination
- Weak core muscles
- Poor upper body strength
- Fine and gross motor delays
- Having difficulty attending and focusing in school
- Difficulty relating to peers or making friends
- Poor eye-hand coordination
- Short attention span
- Problems with expressing feelings and emotions
- Poor or limited eye contact
- Tantrums, stubborn and uncooperative behavior
- Tires easily or hyperactive
- Poor posture
- Disregard for safety
- Lacks age-appropriate skills (such as dressing, throwing/catching)
- Difficulty with planning and sequencing play ideas and/or movements
- Unintegrated primitive reflexes
- Transitioning between activities and events
- Sibling relationships
- Play skills
Weekly & Intensive Pediatric Occupational Therapy at Little Tesla
At LITTLE TESLA, we understand that your child is unique with very specific needs. For this reason, we provide individualized therapy sessions for each child. We offer traditional weekly occupational therapy for children. In addition to weekly occupational therapy for kids.
LITTLE TESLA also offers intensive therapy sessions at our clinic. If you think your child or loved one may benefit from pediatric OT please contact our team to begin the journey to creating an individualized therapy solution!
LITTLE TESLA FRIENDSHIP CLUB!
Because we at LITTLE TESLA understand that many children with learning or motor delays also have trouble developing the social sensitivity necessary to form and sustain relationships with peers, we have created a social skills group to address this need. We encourage your child to join. (sign up link).
We are proud to be one of the leading Pediatric Occupational Therapy practices!
We operate on weekdays from 8 am to 8 pm. On Saturdays, our services are available from 9 am to 5 pm, and we are closed on Sundays.
Our clinic is situated in the Dr. Phillips area of Orlando. Nonetheless, our therapists extend their services to schools and homes in surrounding locations. Additionally, we provide teletherapy options for individuals facing restrictions.
We are currently in a network with a wide range of insurances In addition, we also offer private pay and accept several different scholarships. See our insurance and resources tab under Getting Started for more information on what insurances we are in network with, how private pay works, what scholarships we accept, and more.
Determining if your child requires therapy services involves considering various factors related to their behavior, emotions, and development. Here are some signs that may indicate a need for therapy:
- Behavioral Changes: Persistent and significant changes in behavior, such as aggression, withdrawal, or sudden mood swings, may indicate underlying issues that could benefit from therapeutic intervention.
- Difficulty in School: If your child is struggling academically, socially, or behaviorally in school, it might be an indicator that additional support through therapy could be beneficial.
- Social Isolation: If your child constantly avoids social interactions, has difficulty making friends, or displays social withdrawal, therapy can help address any underlying issues contributing to these behaviors.
- Expressing Emotional Distress: If your child frequently expresses feelings of sadness, anxiety, or fear, or if they have experienced a significant life event, therapy can provide a safe space for them to express and process their emotions.
- Changes in Sleep or Appetite: Noticeable changes in sleeping patterns or appetite can be signs of emotional distress, and therapy can help explore and address the underlying issues.
- Regression in Developmental Milestones: If your child experiences a regression in developmental milestones, such as speech or motor skills, therapy can assist in addressing and supporting their development.
- Traumatic Experiences: If your child has experienced a traumatic event or loss, therapy can be crucial in helping them cope and navigate their emotions.
- Persistent Challenges: If your child faces persistent challenges in areas such as attention, impulse control, or communication, a therapist can assess and provide strategies to address these difficulties.
It’s important to note that every child is unique, and these signs may not necessarily indicate a need for therapy in every case. However, if you observe multiple signs or have concerns about your child’s well-being, consulting with a healthcare professional or therapist can help you determine the best course of action for your child’s specific situation.
In order to process your claims with insurance or Medicaid, you will need a physician’s referral or prescription to receive an evaluation and therapy. Private-pay clients do not require a physician’s referral or prescription, but our therapists may ask for one to keep on file.
Guiding Principles
Strong Foundations
At Little Tesla, our therapy is strongly guided by our belief in the strengths of a developmental approach to therapy. We support children to develop their skills in their everyday activities, school tasks, and social and emotional development by identifying weaknesses and gaps in component areas lower down in the developmental pyramid and working with the children and families to strengthen these areas.
Joyful Connection
Parents, caretakers, and other family members are integral to our therapy sessions. Through coaching and education, we strive to support them to deepen their connection with their child. And much progress can be made within the context of these relationships.
Play-based Therapy
At Little Tesla Occupational Therapy play is an integral part of all our treatment approaches. Occupational Therapists are skilled at choosing activities that are a just-right fit for the optimal challenge to a child’s skills, and the very best therapy sessions are those in which the child doesn’t even realize that they are working hard!
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