TheOTcanhelp

Families, with the start of a new school year we are happy to announce we have added additional staff! We are proud to expand our availability to provide OT services in the East Valley, Tucson and Sierra Vista. Feel free to message us for scheduling availability and individual consultation to discuss how your child.

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Sensory avoiders might have some (or more) of these preferences. We can support specific needs in different ways:
🔺Modify the Environment: Reduce sensory input by adjusting lighting, reducing noise, and providing quiet spaces.
🔺Sensory Breaks: https://www.theottoolbox.com/sensory-coping-strategies-for-kids/
🔺Use of Tools: https://www.theottoolbox.com/weighted-vests-and-compression-garments/

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After much consideration we are opening a wait list if you’re interested please reach out and we will get you started. This applies to west valley families.

We do currently have openings in East valley and one opening in surprise that just opened today.

Questions about service we love to talk with parents to discuss options and approaches. Just message us!

Just a heads up if families are headed to Disneyland or Disney World this summer, the Das pass is changing. Check website! You will need to do a video call to get your pass.

I attended this webinar this morning. It's scheduled again for April 2nd...I highly recommend this webinar for teachers, parents, and service providers to support development of executive function skills.

Do you have a sensory kid? What do all the terms mean? Do need help understanding sensory..... we can help!

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Animal walks are a great way to impove strength and motor skills. Start your morning off with them or use for a movement break.
TheOTcanhelp works on strength, balance, coordination and many other aspects that impact academic performance. We have very limited spots open. If you need Occupational Therapy let us know!

ANIMAL WALK! Pre K, Kinder-2nd Locomotor BRAIN BREAK Warm Up Activity with Voice Over and Music! Animal Walk is a movement activity where an animal flashes on the screen and the student performs the type of animal walk. For example, if they see a crab, t...

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Sensory processing disorder is a challenging balance of adaptation and environmental adaptation.

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Good news! We are opening a couple more spots for sessions!

Tuesday 7:30AM North Phx
Tuesday 11AM Buckeye
Thursday 12-2 Suprise
Wednesday 9:30 Goodyear, Buckeye
Wednesday AM session available in Mesa, Gilbert, Queen Creek

Male therapist Monday 11:30 in Avondale, Litchfield, El Mirage, Surprise areas.

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Friend in Me A youth-led nonprofit that connects kids with disabilities with student volunteers through online games and conversations and they develop lasting friendships. Sign up online for one or more of our weekly sessions conducted over Zoom.

If you are looking for OT services in-home we have a VERY limited number of openings including one session with a Male therapist in the West Valley.

TheOTcanhelp: Just a few spots left with our east valley clinician. Wednesday only 8-11am and 2:15 pm options. We can serve Mesa, Gilbert Queen creek areas, if your close please feel free to reach out to see if we can help! Services can start Nov 8th. Schedule your evaluations now to reserve your spot.

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We have a lot of families asking us what ages we work with. We work with all ages, from preschool to adult. We work on handwriting, sensory, fine motor skills, independent living skills, executive function skills, organizational skills, interview skills and much more. Just let us know how we can help you.

We do have limited spots available.