Individual Occupational Therapy Sessions

Play-based, one-on-one sessions designed to help children build the skills they need for everyday life — at home, at school, and in the community. We pair evidence-informed practice with a warm, family-centered approach so every child feels safe, motivated, and confident as they grow.

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What Is Individual Therapy?

During individual sessions, your child works directly with a licensed pediatric occupational therapist in a one‑to‑one, play‑based environment. Each session feels like play while targeting specific goals through activities such as sensory-motor circuits, obstacle courses, crafts, games, or self-care routines.

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We begin by supporting the nervous system through regulation and sensory input so that learning can take root. Caregivers are invited to observe, collaborate, and learn practical strategies for home and school carryover. Every session is guided by your child’s evaluation and personalized treatment plan to ensure consistent, meaningful progress.

Who It’s For

Individual occupational therapy sessions are designed for infants, toddlers, school-aged children, and teens who may need extra support to build foundational skills for everyday life.

Therapy can benefit children who:

  • Struggle with self-regulation, attention, or transitions

  • Experience sensory sensitivities or have difficulty processing sensory input (movement, touch, sound, or visual stimuli)

  • Need help developing fine motor skills such as grasp, cutting, handwriting, or tool use

  • Show delays in gross motor coordination, balance, or strength

  • Have challenges with self-care and independence, including dressing, feeding, or toileting

  • Benefit from improving social-emotional awareness and flexible thinking

Our individualized sessions help children gain confidence, body awareness, and coping strategies—promoting greater independence and participation at home, school, and in the community.

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Areas of Focus

Our therapists specialize in a wide range of developmental and functional areas to support each child’s unique needs and goals:

  • Sensory Integration

  • Self‑Regulation

  • Executive Functioning

  • Visual‑Motor Skills

  • Gross Motor Skills (balance, strength, coordination)

  • Fine Motor Skills

  • Handwriting

  • Reflex Integration

  • Feeding

  • Social Skills

  • Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): dressing, grooming, toileting, sleep, etc.

  • Life Skills (organization, routines, time management)

  • Leisure Exploration

Training & Credentialing

Our team maintains advanced training and certification in evidence‑based, relationship‑driven, and sensory‑motor approaches, including:

  • DIR® Floortime

  • TBRI® (Trust‑Based Relational Intervention)

  • SOS Feeding Approach

  • Handwriting Without Tears®

  • Astronaut Training® (Vestibular‑Auditory‑Visual Integration)

  • Safe & Sound Protocol (SSP)

  • Pediatric Yoga & Mindfulness

  • Treating Pediatric Anxiety Disorders

  • Aquatic Therapy

  • Treating Torticollis

What to Expect

Personalized Sessions for Every Child

Each individual occupational therapy session at Creating Connections lasts about 50 minutes and is uniquely tailored to your child’s needs and interests. Sessions are offered at both of our clinic locations, as well as in the home, community settings (like parks, rock climbing gyms, or swimming pools), or private school environments when appropriate.

Play, Purpose, and Progress

Every session is a balance of play, purpose, and progress. Your child will engage in fun, movement-based, and sensory-rich activities designed to support regulation, coordination, and skill development. We always begin with sensory and emotional regulation so your child feels calm and ready to learn. Activities may include obstacle courses, fine motor games, crafts, handwriting, yoga, or real-life routines such as dressing or feeding practice.

Family Partnership and Communication

Parents are an essential part of the process. After each session, families receive feedback and practical carryover ideas to use at home and school. You’ll have ongoing opportunities to meet individually with your therapist outside of sessions to discuss progress, adjust goals, and problem-solve together.

Ongoing Growth and Goal Review

We formally review goals every six months (or sooner if needed) to celebrate progress and update the treatment plan. Our goal is to make every session meaningful, connected, and aligned with your child’s growth—while keeping therapy engaging and fun.

FAQs

  • We are currently in-network with BlueCross BlueShield and Mass General Brigham Health Plan.

  • Yes! We offer private pay options and can provide superbills/documentation for families seeking out-of-network reimbursement.

  • Yes — your child will be assigned a consistent weekly timeslot, which will remain their session time for the year. Schedule adjustments typically occur during our summer and fall schedule transitions.

  • Yes — your child will begin weekly sessions following the completion of the evaluation. Our comprehensive evaluation reports are typically provided 2–3 weeks after the initial assessment.

  • Yes — we can conduct weekly sessions at home. Home sessions are determined during the intake call or by the treating therapist to ensure the setting is therapeutically appropriate.

Testimonials

  • My daughter started at Creating Connections OT a few months ago and we have seen so much progress in such a short amount of time! She really enjoys going and the feedback given after each session is so helpful. This is something that was lacking at the previous place we went to. As a parent guidance is so important to help your child continue to succeed. I highly recommend creating connections.

    Maria Sullivan

  • Truly can not recommend a better company! This group of OTs go above and beyond for their clients and their families. The progress that my son has made is unimaginable and I owe it all to them. I am so lucky to have them in our corner!

    Christine Mullane

  • The Creating Connections entire team is a dream to work with. Their support and warmth is evident both with the children and parents. From their flexible session locations that accommodate your children’s unique needs to their behind the scenes support with insurance and billing matters, their dedication is unmatched. My child has thrived over the last year due to his weekly sessions with Danielle. We are lucky to be a part of the Creating Connections family!

    Shannon Brown

  • Before my daughter, was diagnosed with autism, I felt lost and scared, not knowing how to help her. But then, Alie came into our lives. She was there for us during that uncertain time, offering not just support for my little girl, but also guidance and reassurance for me as a parent. Her patience, understanding, and expertise made all the difference, helping us navigate challenges and celebrate progress along the way.

    Alie has a special way of connecting with my daughter, making therapy sessions both productive and fun. Because of Alie’s dedication, she has grown in confidence and skills. I’m beyond grateful for Creating Connections’ impact on our lives and highly recommend Alie and her team. Thank you for always going above and beyond!!!!

    Brittany Rossetti

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