Group Therapy
Working Toward a Common Goal
During group pediatric occupational therapy, a dyad or small group of children work together with one or more occupational therapists. In addition to supporting the goals of individual therapy, the group process goes beyond supporting the child’s individual sensory, motor and emotional profile to address moment-to-moment social interactions between children that occur in the child’s daily life. By doing so, we are able to promote self-regulation, shared engagement, reciprocity and emotional thinking – all of which are integral for the child’s success in the family, school and community.
Ongoing Groups
Our groups are ongoing enrollment, with individual screening required prior to group placement.
Calm and Cooperative
This group provides support for children who may be reactive or disorganized with play in a group context. This group supports each child’s individual profile, promoting engagement, interaction, sharing ideas, and problem solving with peers in a safe, fun environment.
Kids in Action
This group provides the opportunity to explore and enjoy age-appropriate motor games & activities with peers. Children work on initiating and sustaining ideas with peers, conflict resolution and problem solving in a fun, safe and supportive environment. The group is tailored for each child’s individual profile, supporting their motor planning, regulation & sensory processing. In addition, a fine motor element is included to build the foundational skills needed for success in handwriting.
Actively Engaged
This group is for active young boys who need extra support in navigating social interactions, due to their unique sensory profile. The purpose of the group is to encourage regulation, engagement, sharing of ideas, and problem solving. The group is held in a simple environment free of distractions to encourage social interaction and regulation. In addition, sensory strategies and individual therapist support is provided when needed. This group incorporates a snack time for social engagement and reviewing the session.
Preschool Social
This group is for preschool-aged children who can benefit from support to promote positive social interaction. Therapists provide social-emotional support moment-to-moment with modeling to help group members gain insight about peers and how their actions affect others so they can best experience joy and meaning through everyday play experiences.
Preschool Ages
Ongoing Times