They think it’s play—but we know it’s work! At Savannah Speech & Hearing Center, our Pediatric Occupational Therapy program helps children develop the skills they need to thrive in daily life, all while engaging in meaningful and enjoyable activities.
Children’s primary “occupations” are play, learning, social participation, and self-care—and when a child struggles in one or more of these areas, it can impact their confidence, relationships, and overall well-being. That’s where our expert Occupational Therapists (OTs) come in.
Using developmentally appropriate strategies and the power of play, our OTs evaluate and treat children with physical, sensory, or cognitive challenges. The goal? To help each child achieve greater independence, functional skills, and confidence, at home, at school, and in the community.
Our Approach: Family-Centered, Skill-Building, and Fun
At Savannah Speech & Hearing Center, we believe that caregivers are essential partners in a child’s progress. From the first session, we work closely with families to build trust and create therapy plans that reflect your child’s needs and your family’s goals.
We recognize that many parents come to us with concerns like:
- “Why is my child struggling with feeding or dressing?”
- “Is this sensory behavior typical?”
- “Why is handwriting so hard for my child?”
These questions are normal—and our team is here to provide answers, encouragement, and support.
Therapy is designed to feel like play, but every activity is carefully selected to promote specific skills such as:
- Fine motor development and hand coordination
- Sensory processing and self-regulation
- Visual-motor and perceptual skills
- Feeding, grooming, and other self-care routines
- Attention, executive functioning, and social interaction
- Participation in school, home, and community routines
Who We Help
Our Pediatric Occupational Therapy services support children with a wide range of diagnoses and challenges, including:
- Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
- Sensory Processing Disorders
- Cerebral Palsy and other neuromotor conditions
- Spina Bifida
- Down Syndrome and other genetic disorders
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Developmental delays
- Orthopedic concerns and injuries
- Visual-motor and eye-hand coordination difficulties
- Learning differences and handwriting challenges
- Feeding and eating dysfunction
- Social skills and adaptive behavior needs
- Equipment and Assistive Technology access
- Environmental adaptation for home and school
We take a whole-child approach, recognizing that multiple body systems must work together for a child to succeed. Whether it’s motor planning, muscle strength, sensory integration, or environmental adaptation, our therapists help children develop skills to better understand their growing bodies. Our mission is to enable them to better interact with their surroundings, and engage in the world with more confidence. We also collaborate closely with our Speech-Language Pathologists and Physical Therapists when a team approach will best support your child’s development.
Our Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Our Pediatric Occupational Therapists are licensed by the State of Georgia. All are certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). Their educational backgrounds range from Bachelor of Science to Doctorate in Occupational Therapy. Each participate in ongoing continuing education to stay at the forefront of best practices in pediatric care.
Why It Matters
Knowing where your body is in space, how to move through that space, and how to process and filter information from the environment (lights, sounds, movement, textures) is foundational to success in play, learning, and life. For some children, these skills are harder to develop—and that’s okay. We’re here to help.
Whether your child has difficulty sitting still, struggles with dressing, avoids certain textures, or has trouble keeping up in the classroom, our therapists are ready to meet them where they are—and guide them toward where they want to be.
Ready to Get Started?
We’re here to support your child’s growth and your family’s journey. To schedule an evaluation or learn more about our Occupational Therapy services:
Call us at (912) 355-4601 or (912) 214-3156 for Spanish.
Send an email to our Scheduling Specialist at rehab@speechandhearingsav.org.