Occupational Therapy in Charlotte
We offer occupational therapy in Charlotte, NC for children and adolescents. Our occupational therapists see a variety of diagnoses such as ADHD, Autism, Down Syndrome, fine motor skill deficit, gross motor skill deficits, writing skills, sensory feeding, sensory integration among others.
Occupational therapy is offered at our South Charlotte office only. This office is located 7401 Carmel Executive Park Drive Suite 220 Charlotte, NC 28226. Our office hours are Monday to Friday 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Safe and Sound Protocol services
Our Charlotte occupational therapy office also offers the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP). The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) is an evidence-based listening occupational therapy designed to reduce sound sensitivities and improve auditory processing, behavioral state regulation, and social engagement behaviors through filtered music.
As a practical application of Polyvagal Theory, the SSP acts as a non-invasive, acoustic vagal nerve stimulator, helping to retune the nervous system to better support connection, collaboration and resilience.
The SSP involves listening to specially filtered music through headphones alongside a provider in person or remotely. Suitable for children and adults, the SSP has demonstrated benefits for individuals with trauma, anxiety, sensory processing differences and more.
Our occupational therapy team
We have a great team of occupational therapists who love working with our clients. Learn more about them and their experience:
Jasmine Whitby says children, and their families, bring her excitement and happiness, not to mention keeping her young at heart! She feels a strong bond between the child, family, and therapist is critical in facilitating a powerful therapeutic rapport within the occupational therapy process
Maya Dupree’s interests include sensory processing, primitive reflex integration, motor delays, and emotional regulation. She believes that child-led therapy fosters self-confidence and autonomy, therefore, empowering children to have an active role in their growth. She values building strong connections with children and their families and working collaboratively to support independence across various aspects of a child's life.
Sheridan Cleave is passionate about working with children and their families, utilizing evidence-based, client-centered practices to help every child reach their full potential
Who do we see for occupational therapy?
Our occupational therapists evaluate and treat children 2 to 18 with diagnoses such as autism, ADHD, genetic disorders, sensory feeding disorders, ocular motor issues, fine/gross motor delays, developmental disorders, dyspraxia, dysgraphia, dyslexia, and sensory processing disorders.
When should a parent seek out occupational therapy?
A parent should seek out occupational therapy at our Charlotte office if a child has difficulty connecting and playing with adults and peers, has difficulty self-regulating, has high or low muscle tone or has gross or fine motor difficulties.
What is the process for getting started with ACT Therapy Services?
Give us a call to discuss the best clinician fit! From there, we will obtain some basic information over the phone such as your doctor’s name, your biographical information and insurance information. We will send an order for services to your doctor on your behalf. From there, the initial occupational therapy evaluation is an hour the first week with a follow up hour the next week.
Sessions after the evaluation are typically 60 minutes long and these can be held one to two times weekly. Our front office works with your family to find the best possible schedule.
Our occupational therapists will work and communicate with a variety of other providers to coordinate your care including pediatricians, psychologists, vision specialists, teachers, tutors, physical therapists and speech language pathologists to coordinate your child’s care.
What are the benefits of receiving occupational therapy treatment at ACT Therapy Services?
At ACT Therapy Services, our occupational therapists provide an individualized evaluation and intervention planning that is holistic. They address areas like sensory integration, self-care / play skills, self-regulation / coping, motor coordination, visual-motor / perceptual skills, and ocular motor abilities.
Our patients regularly experience improved sensory processing and integration, enhanced motor skills and coordination as well as better visual-motor/perceptual skills. Our families and clients report greater independence in self-care/daily living skills, stronger self-regulation, coping and emotional control as well as improved play skills and social participation.
Our occupational therapists assist children in developing better visual-motor/perceptual skills, adapting environments and tools to better serve the child and support in sensory feeding skills. They assisting in bridging skills to academic success and allow children to grow in their self confidence and self-esteem.