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Occupational Therapy

What We Work On at TLC Pediatric Therapy in Occupational Therapy (Birth–Five)

At TLC Pediatric Therapy, our pediatric occupational therapists help children develop the skills they need in their day to day lives, from holding a pencil and tying shoelaces to staying focused in school and managing big emotions. Through play-based, personalized therapy, we support each child’s unique journey toward greater independence, confidence, and joy in learning and growing.

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What Is Occupational Therapy?

Occupational therapy for children supports the development of essential life skills from playing and learning to self-care and social interaction.

What We Work On in Occupational Therapy (Birth–Five)

Adaptive Behavior (Self-Help / Daily Living)

  • Feeding and mealtime participation (self-feeding, utensils, open-cup drinking)
  • Dressing skills (fasteners, shoes/socks, layered clothing)
  • Hygiene and toileting readiness/routines
  • Sleep and bedtime routines; calm-down strategies

Physical Development

  • Fine Motor & Visual-Motor Integration: grasp patterns, bilateral coordination, hand strength, scissor skills, block building, shape copying, pre-writing strokes, name tracing
  • Gross Motor Foundations for OT participation: postural control, shoulder stability for table work, midline crossing, and core activation that supports seated attention

Sensory Processing & Regulation

  • Modulation for sound, touch, movement, taste, and smell
  • Strategies embedded into play and routines (deep pressure, movement breaks, tactile exploration)
  • Regulation plans for transitions, community outings, and group activities

Cognition & Play (OT Scope)

  • Joint attention, cause-and-effect, turn-taking, imitation
  • Functional and pretend play; problem-solving in play sequences
  • Early executive functions: shifting attention, impulse control, simple planning

Social-Emotional Participation

  • Co-regulation routines with caregivers; identifying emotions through play
  • Flexibility with changes; coping strategies for frustration
  • Peer play readiness: sharing materials, group play, simple social rules

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

TLC Pediatric Therapy is multidisciplinary and thrives in an interdisciplinary, collaborative team approach.
If other needs become apparent, we identify and address them early. Occupational Therapy works hand-in-hand with other disciplines to ensure your child receives holistic, coordinated care.

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How We Work

Parent/Caregiver Education, Coaching & Partnership

  • Parents observe, practice, and model strategies during sessions.
  • Clinicians provide live feedback, practical tools, and tailored resources.
  • We are experts in building strong relationships with families and caregivers.

Daily Routine Integration

Therapy is embedded into the rhythms you already have—mornings, mealtimes, bedtime, and playtime—so progress happens naturally, without extra stress.

Flexible Scheduling

Sessions are planned around naps, meals, and family routines, ensuring therapy supports your life, not the other way around.

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Our Approach at TLC Pediatric Therapy

Feeding difficulties often overlap with speech, occupational, and sensory needs. Our team of specialists works together to support every aspect of your child’s development.

At TLC Pediatric Therapy We:

Start with hope and outcomes, reducing any stigma around feeding disorders.
Strengths based approach.
Share clear information incrementally so families feel empowered and skilled to implement in the home setting.
Celebrate and practice every milestone.
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How Our BRIDGE Framework
Guides Feeding Therapy

We know navigating therapy can feel overwhelming. TLC uses BRIDGE—Building Relationships and Interdisciplinary Developmental Guidance to Empower Families.

In feeding therapy, BRIDGE means:

Balance of science and family priorities.
Respect for your child’s pace.
Integration into daily mealtime routines.
Development through guided play.
Growth at every milestone.
Empowerment for families through education.

Why Families Choose TLC Pediatric Therapy

  • Holistic & Evidence-Based: Developmentally grounded OT for Birth–Five.
  • Family-Centered: You’ll feel listened to, encouraged, and supported at every step.
  • Innovative & Accessible: Strategies designed to fit real family routines and environments.
  • Trusted in Los Angeles County and Surrounding Areas : A leader in compassionate, high-quality pediatric therapies since 2002.
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Celebrate Your Child's
Joy, Play & Progress

At TLC, we believe mealtimes should be joyful, not stressful. Each safe swallow, new food, and confident family meal is worth celebrating. We measure progress not only in skills, but in smiles, confidence, and connection.

Your child’s best future
starts here.

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