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Occupational Therapy Services

Empowering Children to Achieve Independence in Daily Life

At Inspire Center for Kids Rehabilitation, our Occupational Therapy (OT) program is dedicated to helping children develop the skills necessary for daily living, learning, and playing. Our licensed occupational therapists work collaboratively with families to create personalized, evidence-based treatment plans that address each child’s unique challenges and strengths.

Why Choose Our Occupational Therapy Services?

Individualized Treatment Plan: We begin with thorough assessments to identify each child’s unique strengths and challenges, then develop personalized therapy plans that ensure focused, effective, and meaningful interventions.

Family-Centered Approach: We view families as essential partners in the therapeutic journey. Our team actively involves parents and caregivers in setting goals, tracking progress, and integrating practical strategies into daily routines—empowering families to support their child’s development both at home and in the community.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Our occupational therapists work in close coordination with speech-language pathologists, physiotherapists, and early intervention specialists to provide a comprehensive and cohesive approach to each child’s growth.

Engaging Therapeutic Environment: Our therapy spaces are designed to be safe, welcoming, and child-friendly—encouraging active participation, exploration, and a love for learning through play and purposeful activities.

Support for School Readiness & Academic Success: We help children build essential skills for classroom success, including handwriting, focus, emotional regulation, organization, and positive peer interaction.

Highly Skilled Pediatric Specialists: Our team includes therapists with advanced expertise in child development, sensory integration, fine and gross motor skills, and neurodivergent support—including specialized care for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and ADHD.

Conditions We Address

Our occupational therapy services support children with a wide range of developmental and functional challenges, including:

Developmental Delays: Helping children who are not reaching expected milestones in areas such as motor skills, self-care, or play—supporting them in catching up and thriving.

Sensory Processing Disorders: Assisting children who struggle to interpret and respond appropriately to sensory input—improving regulation, focus, and engagement in daily routines.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Supporting children with ASD in areas such as sensory processing, self-regulation, motor planning, communication, and daily living skills—promoting independence and social participation.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): Enhancing attention, self-control, impulse regulation, and organizational skills to improve learning outcomes and peer interactions.

Cerebral Palsy & Other Neuromuscular Conditions: Building strength, improving movement control, and supporting functional independence through targeted fine and gross motor development.

Down Syndrome & Other Genetic Conditions: Addressing low muscle tone, motor planning difficulties, and adaptive skill development to enhance daily functioning.

Fine & Gross Motor Coordination Challenges: Improving practical skills such as handwriting, dressing, balance, and overall physical coordination essential for daily tasks.

Learning Disabilities: Supporting executive functioning, attention span, and classroom participation through structured strategies and skill development.

Feeding Difficulties: Helping children overcome picky eating, oral-motor challenges, and sensory-based feeding issues through gentle, child-centered approaches.

School Readiness Concerns: Developing the foundational physical, cognitive, and emotional skills needed to succeed in preschool and early school years.

Therapeutic Techniques and Interventions

Our occupational therapists use a range of evidence-based approaches tailored to meet each child’s unique needs and goals. These include:

Sensory Integration Therapy: Engaging activities designed to help children process and respond effectively to sensory input—enhancing focus, coordination, and emotional regulation.

Fine Motor Skill Development: Targeted exercises to improve hand strength, coordination, and dexterity—supporting daily tasks like writing, cutting, and buttoning clothes.

Gross Motor Skill Enhancement: Activities that build core strength, balance, and coordination—essential for walking, climbing, and participating in physical play or sports.

Self-Care Training: Practical skill-building for independence in everyday routines, such as dressing, feeding, grooming, and hygiene.

Adaptive Equipment Assessment & Training: Evaluating and guiding the use of assistive tools and devices to promote functional independence at home, school, or in the community.

Executive Function Support: Interventions to strengthen skills such as planning, organization, memory, and time management—helping children succeed academically and in daily life.

Visual-Motor & Perceptual Training: Improving hand-eye coordination and visual processing—critical for reading, writing, and engaging with the environment effectively.

Feeding Therapy: Addressing oral-motor development, food aversions, and sensory-based feeding issues using specialized approaches such as the SOS (Sequential Oral Sensory) Approach to Feeding.

Age Groups We Serve

We provide occupational therapy services for children from infancy through adolescence, tailoring our approaches to suit the developmental stage and individual needs of each child.

Schedule a Free Early Intervention Screening

Early identification and intervention are crucial for optimal outcomes. We offer complimentary screenings to assess your child’s development and determine the need for occupational therapy services.

Book a Free Screening

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Pediatric occupational therapy focuses on helping children develop the skills necessary for daily activities, such as self-care, play, and learning, through therapeutic interventions tailored to their individual needs.

If your child is experiencing difficulties with motor skills, sensory processing, self-care tasks, or social interactions, an occupational therapy evaluation may be beneficial.

Sessions are individualized and may include activities to improve motor skills, sensory processing, and daily living tasks, often through play-based and engaging methods.

The duration of therapy varies depending on the child's specific needs and progress. Our therapists regularly assess and adjust treatment plans to ensure the most effective outcomes.

Absolutely. We believe that family involvement is key to a child's success and provide guidance and support to help parents reinforce therapy goals at home.

Let’s Help Your Child Find Their Voice

At Inspire Center for Kids Rehabilitation, we are committed to helping your child achieve greater independence and confidence through compassionate and expert occupational therapy services.

📩 Contact us today to learn more or schedule your consultation.

info@inspirekrc.ae

+971 50 666 5140