Handwriting
Pencil grip, letter formation, sizing, spacing and writing endurance.
Helping students reach their full potential
Occupational therapy at private schools and daycares.
I collaborate with private schools, preschools and daycares in Alpharetta, Milton, Johns Creek, Cumming, Woodstock and Canton to support children's learning, independence and confidence. No pulling them out early for appointments, and therapy happens right where the skills are needed.
Why school & daycare
Help with the skills the classroom asks for.
Cutting with scissors, holding a pencil, sitting through circle time, lining up, opening a lunchbox, handling a noisy classroom: school and daycare ask a lot of young children. Seeing your child in that setting shows me what's really getting in the way, and lets us practice in the moment.
With the school's or center's permission, I visit during the day, work with your child one-on-one or within their routine, and share simple strategies with teachers so support continues between visits.
- Fewer missed school hours and no extra drive
- Strategies teachers can actually use
- Updates for parents after visits
- Works alongside any school-provided services
- 15+ years of experience with children, families and schools
In your school community
School-age goals
Attention & focus
Staying on task, following multi-step directions and managing materials.
Classroom routines & transitions
Unpacking, lunch, moving between activities and following the class schedule.
Sensory processing & regulation
Coping with noise, busy hallways and sitting still, with tools that work in a classroom.
Social skills & emotional regulation
Group work, recess and handling frustration with peers.
Functional academics
Cutting, copying from the board, organizing a desk and the hand skills schoolwork needs.
Supporting bright beginnings, in your daycare setting
Early childhood goals
Pre-writing & fine motor
Coloring, cutting, stacking, and the hand strength that comes before writing.
Social & play skills
Joining group activities, taking turns and engaging with peers.
Self-help skills
Eating, dressing and toileting routines, with less help over time.
Sensory regulation
Coping with a busy, noisy room, nap time and transitions.
Gross motor skills
Balance, climbing and coordination for playground play.
Classroom participation
Circle time, following directions and joining in.
Good to know
How private OT works with school services
I work with private schools, preschools and daycares. Public schools provide their own occupational therapy through an IEP or 504 plan when a need affects a child's education, and they don't usually allow outside therapists during the school day. If your child attends a public school, I can see them at home instead, and many families use both.
Every school and daycare has its own policy on outside providers. I'll help you check with the director or principal before the first visit. Read how getting started works.
For directors and teachers
Partner with me
I partner with private schools, preschools and daycare centers to support the children in your care, and your staff. Visits fit your schedule, and I share practical strategies teachers can use all week.
- 15+ years of experience working with children, their families and schools
- Play-based, child-led approach
- Practical, easy-to-implement strategies for the classroom
- Collaborative partnership with your staff
Call (404) 906-2939 to talk about supporting a student or your program.
Service area
School and daycare visits across north Atlanta
- Alpharetta
- Milton
- Johns Creek
- Cumming
- Woodstock
- Canton
Your next step starts here
Let's talk about your child's school day.
A short phone call is the easiest way to find out whether occupational therapy is a good fit. No pressure, just answers.