Occupational Therapy Supporting the Whole Self
Areas of Occupational Therapy
OT addresses a wide range of skills that impact daily life. Here are the areas where we most commonly provide support.
Sensory Processing & Regulation
Understanding and supporting how sensory information is processed and integrated—from being overwhelmed by sounds to seeking intense movement.
Examples:
- •Over or under-responding to sensory input
- •Difficulty in busy environments
- •Sensory seeking or avoiding behaviors
- •Challenges with transitions
Fine Motor Skills
The small muscle movements needed for activities like writing, cutting, buttoning, and self-care tasks.
Examples:
- •Handwriting difficulties
- •Trouble with small objects or utensils
- •Difficulty with buttons, zippers, fasteners
- •Avoiding drawing or crafts
Gross Motor & Coordination
The large movements needed for activity, sports, and navigating the world—balance, coordination, strength, and body awareness.
Examples:
- •Appears clumsy or uncoordinated
- •Difficulty with physical activities
- •Trouble with balance or ball skills
- •Low endurance or muscle tone
Emotional Regulation
Developing strategies to understand and manage emotions, tailored for each unique nervous system.
Examples:
- •Big emotional reactions
- •Difficulty calming down
- •Anxiety in certain situations
- •Feeling overwhelmed easily
Activities of Daily Living
Fostering independence in everyday tasks—dressing, eating, hygiene, and personal care.
Examples:
- •Difficulty dressing independently
- •Challenges with personal hygiene
- •Toileting concerns
- •Difficulty with mealtimes
Attention & Focus
Supporting those who struggle to sustain attention, stay organized, or complete multi-step tasks.
Examples:
- •Difficulty following directions
- •Trouble staying on task
- •Easily distracted
- •Difficulty with executive functioning
What OT Sessions Look Like
Occupational therapy at Empowered Therapy Collective is engaging and active—using movement, play, and meaningful tasks as powerful tools for growth.
Sensory-rich environment
Our clinic is designed to support sensory exploration and motor development. You'll see swings, climbing equipment, and lots of hands-on materials.
Strength-based approach
Every session is tailored to specific goals and interests. We follow the lead while purposefully embedding therapeutic activities.
Family partnership
Families are always welcome to observe and participate. We'll share what we're doing and why, so you can support growth at home.
A Peek Inside a Session
Swinging and Jumping
Movement activities that look like fun but provide crucial vestibular and proprioceptive input.
Sensory exploration
Messy play, textured materials, and sensory bins that help the process to integrate sensory information.
Purposeful activities
Tasks that embed motor and regulatory skill-building into engaging, self-directed play or projects.
Real-life skill practice
Working on dressing, handwriting, or self-care in natural, low-pressure ways.
What Families Say
Real feedback from families we've had the honor of supporting on their occupational therapy journey.
“We had a wonderful experience with Taryn and Monica. They are very knowledgeable and deeply caring. My child made much progress with his challenges around eating in their care and loved his time with them!”
Brittni H.
“I started seeing Taryn when I found out my daughter had sensory issues as well as eating difficulties. Taryn is fantastic with my daughter, she is calm, understanding and patient.”
Brandi W.
“Taryn is one of the best therapist! Very friendly and patient... My son got comfortable with her. Taryn helped my son with feeding and with speech. Big improvements.”
Lin C.
Ready to thrive?
Schedule a free consultation to discuss your concerns and learn how occupational therapy might help your family.