Roots Occupational Therapy provides services that foster relationships between the therapist, the child, and their families. By building this relationship, therapists are able to develop a holistic view of the child, instead of simply working on isolated behaviors and skills. Each session is unique in that it is individualized and led by what is truly motivating to each child. 

Our focus is not simply to teach a skill in an isolated manner (which has been proven to lead to poor generalization). Our therapists focus on getting the child to do the thinking. This means the child comes up with a solution and a plan to execute and achieve their goal. When necessary, the therapist supports the child, but only as much as needed. Instead of teaching a child the adults desired outcome, which leads to dependence and other maladaptive behaviors, we are able to help children develop true thinking processes that will last a lifetime, and lead to independence and adaptability.

Our occupational therapists are skilled at incorporating “just right” challenges with what is motivating. This not only improves sensory processing and overall motor skills but it also increases engagement, communication, and independence in everyday occupations.