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Occupational Therapy

Supporting independence, regulation, and confidence through individualized, child-centered care.

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Children thrive when they have the skills they need to participate comfortably and confidently in daily life. Our Occupational Therapy services support the development of motor, sensory, self-regulation, and functional life skills that allow children to engage successfully at home, school, and in their community.

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Rooted in Montessori principles, our approach respects each child’s developmental rhythm while providing targeted, evidence-based support. We focus on practical, real-world skills that promote independence, coordination, focus, and emotional regulation.

What This Means for Your Child

Who We Help

We support children who may be experiencing:

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  • Fine motor challenges (grasp, writing, cutting)

  • Sensory sensitivities or sensory-seeking behaviors

  • Difficulty with focus or attention

  • Challenges with transitions or routines

  • Coordination or motor planning difficulties

  • Self-care skill delays (dressing, feeding, hygiene)

  • Regulation challenges or frequent frustration

  • Low muscle tone or endurance

  • Difficulty with organization or task completion

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If you’re unsure whether Occupational Therapy is right for your child, we are happy to help guide you.

Skills We Support

Each therapy plan is individualized and may focus on developing:

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  • Fine motor coordination

  • Hand strength and dexterity

  • Sensory processing and integration

  • Self-regulation skills

  • Balance and body awareness

  • Motor planning and coordination

  • Visual-motor integration

  • Daily living skills

  • Attention and task persistence

  • Independence in routines

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Goals are carefully selected to support both developmental growth and everyday success.

Our Montessori-Informed Approach

What makes Montessori Therapy Services unique is how therapy is experienced.

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Instead of repetitive drills or clinical-only exercises, therapy is integrated into meaningful, hands-on activities that naturally develop skills while maintaining engagement and motivation. Sessions are:

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  • Child-centered and respectful

  • Observation-guided

  • Purposeful and practical

  • Calm and supportive

  • Designed to foster independence

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We believe children make the greatest progress when they feel capable, understood, and actively involved in their learning.

What a Session Looks Like

Each session is thoughtfully structured around your child’s goals. A typical session may include:

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  • Warm connection and regulation support

  • Targeted skill-building through engaging activities

  • Movement or sensory integration experiences

  • Functional task practice

  • Brief parent feedback and guidance

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Our goal is to help children build skills they can confidently use in real-life situations.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my child needs Occupational Therapy?
If your child struggles with daily tasks, coordination, regulation, or sensory sensitivities, an evaluation can help determine whether support would be beneficial.

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What ages do you serve?
We support children across early childhood and school-age developmental stages.

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How long are sessions?
Session length depends on your child’s needs and individualized plan, which will be discussed during your consultation.

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Do you provide evaluations?
Yes. We offer comprehensive evaluations to guide goal development and determine support needs.

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How soon will I see progress?
Progress varies based on individual needs and consistency. Our focus is on steady, meaningful development that supports long-term success.

Let’s Support Your Child’s Growth

If you have questions or wonder whether Occupational Therapy may benefit your child, we are here to help.

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Early support can make a lasting difference — and we would be honored to walk alongside your family.

Montessori Therapy Services

17500 SW 54th St. Southwest Ranches, FL 33331

(954) 743- 4800

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