Therapy

Recreational therapy for kids

A licensed recreational therapist uses leisure activities, from sports, games and art to gardening, cooking and outings, to build cognitive, physical, emotional and social skills.

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Goals

What we work on together

Every therapist your child sees works from one shared plan, built around your child.

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Balance & motor play

Free play and classes that improve balance and planning.

Love of movement

Active play skills that make moving fun.

Confidence & resilience

Building self-confidence, perseverance and resilience.

Reaction & memory

Faster reaction time and stronger memory.

Handling frustration

More ways to cope when things get hard.

Socialization

Yoga, adaptive sports, games, boxing and dance groups.

Benefits

Benefits for your child

Emotional control
Coordination
Attention to task
Gross motor skills
Leisure skills
Self-awareness

Activities we use

Art
Music
Video games
Sports
Board games
Dance & movement
Gardening
Storytelling
Community outings
Creative writing
Cooking classes
Animal interactions

Two children stacking cups outdoors to build coordination and motor skills

Insurance

Insurance options for Recreational Therapy

We don’t currently accept insurance for Recreational Therapy. Families can pay out of pocket, and our team is happy to talk through the options with you.

We do not accept Medicare at this time. Coverage depends on your plan, so we’ll confirm it with you before your first session.

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