Occupational Therapists Help With…

  • How the brain processes information at school, at home, or at play. This can include visual and auditory processing, attention, organization, following directions, and creating and following a plan.

  • How the body adjusts and responds to its environment by adapting its energy and emotions.

  • How the brain understands, processes, and responds to sensory input (taste, smell, sight, hearing, touch, movement, and interoception).

  • How the body sits/stands upright, moves with balance and control, and engages in targeted activities with stamina, coordination, and skill.

  • How the body uses the eye muscles for visual attention, tracking, eye teaming, and depth perception. These skills are important for reading, writing, sports, and more.

  • Emotional state, ability to cope, make decisions, stay mindful, and maintain friendships are important life skills.