Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy focuses on helping people of all ages and abilities to engage in meaningful activities or occupations that are important to them.

Pediatric OT's work with children and their families who may face challenges in areas such as physical, cognitive, sensory, or social-emotional development.

Our Main Goal:

Our main goal is to enhance a child's ability to engage in activities that are important for their growth and development. These activities may include: self care tasks (such as dressing, eating, grooming, toileting), school-related tasks (such as writing, cutting, and using materials), play skills, social interaction and overall independence.

Some people that we treat may have experienced:

birth injuries or birth defects
sensory processing disorders
tramatic injuries
brain injuries
strokes
spinal cord injuries
learning difficulties
autism
developmental disorders
behavioral difficulties
developmental delays
spina bifida
cerebral palsy
genetic disorders
other chronic illnesses

When you come and see us you will have:

Initial evaluation and assessment to identify areas where your child may need support
Intervention and treatment: designed to improve skills, independence, and overall function
Environmental modifications: may recommend changes to physical environment to faciliatate accessibility and saftey, adaptive equipment, etc.
Education and training: for families and caregivers on strategies, techniques, and adaptations to enhance participation
Advocacy and consultation: rights, accessibility, and inclusion in various settings

Come explore the power of play and schedule an eval today!

Amanda RanTtila, OTD, OTR/L

Amanda Ranttila is a Board-Certified Occupational Therapist who received her Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from Boston University in 2016 and Post-Professional Doctorate from Elizabethtown College in 2024. She has been working in pediatrics, focused on the ASD population within ABA settings for the past 8 years. Amanda also works in aquatic therapy with a variety of neurological diagnoses in children. She loves to help children reach their full potential to engage in all of life's meaningful adventures!