Occupational therapy for kids in Colorado
ViaThera connects Colorado families with licensed pediatric occupational therapists (OTs). Pediatric OT helps kids build the skills they need for daily life — from handwriting and self-care to sensory regulation and motor coordination.
What is pediatric occupational therapy?
Occupational therapy for kids (sometimes called OT for kids or pediatric OT) helps children build the skills they need to participate in everyday activities — playing, learning, dressing, eating, writing, and regulating their bodies. A pediatric OT evaluates your child's strengths and challenges, then uses play-based activities to build fine motor, gross motor, sensory processing, and self-regulation skills.
Signs your child may benefit
- Trouble with handwriting, scissors, buttons, zippers, or other fine motor tasks
- Sensitive to sounds, textures, clothing tags, food textures, or messy play
- Seems clumsy, falls often, or avoids climbing and playground equipment
- Difficulty with self-care: dressing, brushing teeth, using utensils, toileting
- Trouble paying attention, sitting still, or regulating big emotions
- Picky eating that goes beyond typical preferences
- Diagnosis of autism, ADHD, sensory processing disorder, or developmental delay
What sessions look like on ViaThera
Pediatric OT sessions usually run 45–60 minutes and look like purposeful play. Your OT brings activities — obstacle courses, fine motor games, sensory activities, handwriting practice — that target your child's specific goals, and coaches you on how to carry them over to home and school. Choose in-home visits, telehealth, or community sessions across Colorado.
Frequently asked questions
What does a pediatric occupational therapist do?
A pediatric OT helps children build skills for everyday life: fine and gross motor coordination, sensory processing, self-care, handwriting, attention and regulation, and social participation. OTs work with babies through teens and young adults up to age 21.
When should I get my child evaluated for OT?
If you have concerns about your child's motor skills, sensory responses, self-care, handwriting, or ability to regulate, an evaluation is a low-risk way to get answers. Earlier support generally leads to better outcomes.
Does insurance cover pediatric occupational therapy?
Many therapists on ViaThera are credentialed with commercial insurance and Colorado Medicaid and bill your plan directly under their own NPI — ViaThera is a technology platform, not a billing agency. If your therapist is out-of-network, we generate a superbill after every session that you can submit for reimbursement.
What is the difference between OT and physical therapy for kids?
Pediatric PT focuses on gross motor skills, strength, balance, and gait. Pediatric OT focuses on fine motor, sensory processing, self-care, and the skills kids need to participate in daily life. Some children benefit from both.
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