Occupational therapy, (OT), focuses on helping clients with a physical, sensory or cognitive disability. An occupational therapist assists children with their ability to function independently by increasing their occupational performance in the home, school and community. Developmental domains an OT may address with a child include, but are not limited to, fine and gross motor skills, handwriting, sensory processing skills, …
Birth to 3 Months – Doesn’t smile or interact with others 4 to 7 Months – Doesn’t babble 7 to 12 Months – Makes few sounds, does not use gestures (waving, pointing) 7 Months to 2 Years – Doesn’t understand what others say 12 to 18 Months – Says only a few words 1 to 2 Years – Says p,b,m,h …
One of the advantages of receiving speech-language therapy at Janey Macey and Associates is that we also offer occupational therapy and behavioral therapy. If these therapies are needed, your child will be served by a multi-disciplinary team. We consistently communicate the child’s progress and assist with addressing similar goals. If the need arises, we have the option of co-treating.
