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Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy (or OT) helps with physical, sensory, or cognitive needs. People who receive occupational therapy often need help with fine motor skills.


Fine motor skills include getting dressed, opening jars, or eating with a spoon. Some children have to build strength and coordination to do these skills. Occupational therapy sometimes helps when children 


A diagnosis of autism is not required for a child to receive occupational therapy. A doctor may have to write a prescription for your child to start occupational therapy. 

© 2025 by PEAAK Advisory Board with support by the Organization for Autism Research and Health Resources and Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

A Note On Language: We use "autistic child" in line with autistic self-advocates. Some prefer "child with autism." We respect everyone's choice.

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