Occupational Therapy
At Beyond Speech Therapy Services we offer a Occupational Therapy services for adults, including personalized therapy plans as well as group therapy programs! To book an initial appointment please reach out to us via email - remember to include what area(s) you require support in, as well as your general availability. We look forward to working with you!
ADLs
OTs can support individuals in their activities of daily living such as dressing, bathing, teeth brushing, making coffee, cooking, and independently using the bathroom. Beyond Speech can provide strategies and resources to support individuals in being more independent in basic routines.
Cognitive Skills
Cognitive skills and executive functioning are directly supported by several complex processes including attention, memory and problem solving. These skills impact can impact an individual's ability to engage with their environment effectively in areas like attending appointments and managing daily chores.
AAC
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) refers to non-verbal communication. This can be "low-tech" using paper materials and pointing or "high-tech" using a device such as an iPad. Occupational therapists look at AAC from an access perspective and can support an individual alongside an SLP in determining what AAC would be appropriate for them.
Fine Motor
OTs can support individuals with fine motor tasks such as using utensils, writing, crafting, typing, using a phone, and manipulating small objects skills. Fine motor abilities play a big part in most people's daily lives and can be targeted through a variety of strategies and in various activities.
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Gross Motor
OTs can support gross motor skills such as jumping, running, walking, climbing up stairs etc. They can also support with mobility aides, ensuring individuals have the tools they require to continue to participate in the community.
Where do sessions take place?
In Clinic
Community
Virtual
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