Pediatric occupational therapy in Geneva
What areas does pediatric occupational therapy cover?
- Motor skills: coordination, balance, strength, dexterity, graphics
- Sensory sensitivity: sensory modulation, search for technical aids
- Cognition: attention, organization, planning, spatio-temporal orientation
- Daily independence: dressing, washing, eating, tying shoes
- Schooling: learning support with adapted tools and methods
When should you consult our pediatric occupational therapist?
If your child presents :
- A proven neurodevelopmental disorder ("Dys" disorders, autism spectrum disorder)
- Difficulties with daily activities (hygiene, meals, leisure activities)
- Lack of concentration or difficulty organizing tasks
- Fine motor skills difficulties (buttons, tracing, cutting)
- Problems with graphic activities (writing, drawing)
At CARE Charmilles, we are unable to provide the following services:
- Psychiatric or psychological disorders (schizophrenia, eating disorders)
- Severe polyhandicap
- Advice on the acquisition of large items of special equipment (wheelchairs, custom-made shells, means of transport, etc.).
- Severe non-verbal autism spectrum disorders
If you have any doubts, don't hesitate to contact us by email or telephone, and we'll be delighted to answer any questions you may have.
How does pediatric occupational therapy work? :
- Initial assessment (2 appointments): Discussions with the child and parents, tests and definition of personalized objectives.
- Occupational therapy sessions: adapted exercises and games to reinforce the skills needed for independence.
- Follow-up and communication: Collaboration with the family, school and other professionals involved.
- Reassessment and end of support: Adjustment of objectives and end of support.
For further information, we recommend several interesting resources:
📄 A first PDF document analyzing the impact of occupational therapy on children with coordination acquisition disorders.
📄 A second PDF that offers a literature review on the effectiveness of occupational therapy interventions.
🎥 This video which illustrates in concrete terms how occupational therapy helps children to become more independent.
Feel free to consult them to deepen your understanding of the subject!
