Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy

This category features expert articles and resources focused on occupational therapy in Chicago, supporting children’s ability to participate confidently in daily activities at home, school, and in the community. Our occupational therapy blogs provide evidence-based guidance for infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents receiving pediatric occupational therapy services across the Chicago area.

Topics include fine motor skill development, sensory processing and regulation, self-care and daily living skills, handwriting, executive functioning, visual-motor integration, and emotional regulation. You’ll also find insights on how occupational therapy services in Chicago support children through early intervention, school-based therapy, and outpatient pediatric settings, often in collaboration with speech therapy, ABA therapy, and physical therapy.

Whether you’re a parent exploring occupational therapy for kids in Chicago, a caregiver seeking practical at-home strategies, or a professional interested in pediatric OT best practices, this category offers trusted, locally relevant information grounded in clinical expertise and family-centered care.

Navigating Mealtimes: A Compassionate Guide to Picky Eating and Autism

By |2025-12-16T09:28:48-08:00November 18, 2025|Autism Support, Behavior Challenges, Clinic-Based Therapy, Early Intervention, In-Home Therapy, Multidisciplinary Pediatric Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Processing Challenges, Sensory Processing Disorders, Therapy for Preschoolers, Therapy for School-Aged Children, Therapy Services for Kids in Chicago|

Understanding Dyspraxia

By |2025-12-16T09:29:27-08:00October 13, 2025|Autism Support, Developmental Delays, Early Intervention, Multidisciplinary Pediatric Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Processing Challenges, Sensory Processing Disorders, Speech and Language Disorders, Speech Therapy, Therapy for Preschoolers, Therapy for School-Aged Children, Therapy Services for Kids in Chicago|

Soggy Shirt Sleeves Again

By |2025-12-16T09:30:09-08:00September 19, 2025|Autism Support, Developmental Delays, Early Intervention, Multidisciplinary Pediatric Therapy, Occupational Therapy, School-Based Therapy, Sensory Processing Challenges, Sensory Processing Disorders, Therapy for Preschoolers, Therapy for School-Aged Children, Therapy Services for Kids in Chicago|

Morning Routines for Neurodiverse Kids

By |2025-12-16T09:32:45-08:00September 12, 2025|Autism Support, Behavior Challenges, Developmental Delays, Early Intervention, In-Home Therapy, Multidisciplinary Pediatric Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Processing Challenges, Sensory Processing Disorders, Therapy for Preschoolers, Therapy for School-Aged Children, Therapy Services for Kids in Chicago|

Easing Back to School: Why the Last Weeks of Summer are a Crucial Time for Neurodiverse Kids

By |2025-12-16T09:34:28-08:00August 12, 2025|Developmental Delays, Multidisciplinary Pediatric Therapy, Occupational Therapy, School-Based Therapy, Sensory Processing Challenges, Sensory Processing Disorders, Social Work and Counseling, Therapy for Preschoolers, Therapy for School-Aged Children, Therapy for Teens and Adolescents, Therapy Services for Kids in Chicago|

What Is Volition? How does it impact my child’s behavior?

By |2025-12-16T09:36:04-08:00April 14, 2025|ABA Applied Behavior Analysis, Autism Support, Behavior Challenges, Developmental Delays, Multidisciplinary Pediatric Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Processing Challenges, Sensory Processing Disorders, Social Work and Counseling, Therapy for Preschoolers, Therapy for School-Aged Children, Therapy for Teens and Adolescents, Therapy Services for Kids in Chicago|

Tips for Family Game Nights with Neurodiverse Children

By |2025-12-16T09:37:18-08:00March 26, 2025|Autism Support, Behavior Challenges, Developmental Delays, Holidays with Special Needs, In-Home Therapy, Multidisciplinary Pediatric Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Processing Challenges, Sensory Processing Disorders, Social Work and Counseling, Speech and Language Disorders, Therapy for Preschoolers, Therapy for School-Aged Children, Therapy for Teens and Adolescents, Therapy Services for Kids in Chicago|

Tips for Creating a Safe Haven for Neurodiverse Children

By |2025-12-16T09:39:06-08:00March 12, 2025|Autism Support, Behavior Challenges, Developmental Delays, Early Intervention, Holidays with Special Needs, In-Home Therapy, Multidisciplinary Pediatric Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Processing Challenges, Sensory Processing Disorders, Social Work and Counseling, Therapy for Preschoolers, Therapy for School-Aged Children, Therapy Services for Kids in Chicago|

Strategies for Successful Transitions with Neurodiverse Children

By |2025-12-16T09:40:06-08:00March 5, 2025|ABA Applied Behavior Analysis, Autism Support, Behavior Challenges, Clinic-Based Therapy, Developmental Delays, Multidisciplinary Pediatric Therapy, Occupational Therapy, School-Based Therapy, Sensory Processing Challenges, Sensory Processing Disorders, Therapy for Preschoolers, Therapy for School-Aged Children, Therapy Services for Kids in Chicago|

Teaching Intrapersonal Skills to Young Children

By |2025-12-16T09:48:00-08:00August 19, 2024|Autism Support, Behavior Challenges, Multidisciplinary Pediatric Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Processing Challenges, Sensory Processing Disorders, Therapy for Preschoolers, Therapy for School-Aged Children, Therapy Services for Kids in Chicago|

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