Occupational Therapy Services for Children & Adults
At Victoria Speech and Language Centre, we celebrate the unique strengths and experiences of every individual. Our occupational therapy services are designed to support neurodivergent individuals in achieving their personal goals and enhancing their quality of life.
Occupational Therapy for Children/ Teens
Fine Motor Skills
Printing
Drawing
Colouring
Grasp
Cursive
Typing
Scissor Skills
Zippers
Tying Shoes
Using a Knife & Fork
Executive Functioning Skills
Task Initiation
Distraction
Attention
Planning & Organization
Time Management
Following Routines
Organization of Belongings
Social-Emotional Skills
Making Friends
Play Skills with Friends
Conversation Skills
Understanding Diverse Communication Styles
Managing Anxiety
Building Self-Esteem
Sensory Processing
Tools and Strategies for Difficulty Processing Different Inputs;
Discuss finding a suitable job and possible careers for you.
Applying for a job, resume/cover letter assistance.
Support returning to work
Disclosing diagnosis at work, and asking for workplace accommodations for support needs.
Communication
Build and practice ND-friendly communication tools.
Problem-solving around making friends.
Self-advocacy and increasing safe social opportunities.
AAC, and develop low-tech AAC cards.
Emotional Regulation
Describing emotion and check-in tools.
Insight into body signals and their relationship with regulation and bodily needs.
Determine accommodations for each level of regulation.
Executive Functioning
Discuss and develop strategies and plans for organizing time, and forming daily routines.
Managing your home and creating systems for cleaning/organizing and maintaining safe spaces.
Strategies for appointments and other activities outside the home.
Sensory Processing
Initial assessment to determine the sensory profile.
Learn specific strategies and changes to accommodate sensory challenges.
Discuss tools for specific phobias or sensory challenges.
Specific Goals
Creating goals and discussing realistic ways to overcome specific events or challenges that may be difficult to manage.
“The most important aim of occupational therapy is to promote the ability to participate in occupations meaningful to the client.” (“Scope of Practice,” 2014)
Our Services
Occupational Therapy helps individuals develop skills for daily activities at home, school, work, and in the community. Our therapists create individualized therapy plans to address various challenges people may face. With a strong background in both pediatric and adult services, our full-time occupational therapists work collaboratively with speech-language pathologists to provide comprehensive support for you or your child’s needs.
What Funding Covers Occupational Therapy?
Occupational Therapy services are billable to Austim Funding. Charity funding is available for children 0-18 years old, if your family income qualifies.
