Tag Archives: occupationaltherapy

What is School-Based Occupational Therapy?

Have you ever wondered, “What is school-based occupational therapy?” or have you ever wondered “What makes school-based OT different than other OT services?” In this blog post, I will explore the purpose of school-based OT, its benefits, and the process of receiving this type of occupational therapy. School-Based occupational therapy focuses on helping students developContinue reading “What is School-Based Occupational Therapy?”

Overcoming Handwriting Difficulties in High School: Tips and Strategies

High school students are constantly required to write essays, take notes, and complete assignments by hand. However, for some, handwriting can be a challenging task. Whether it’s due to a learning disability or poor fine motor skills, struggling with handwriting can negatively impact academic success. I am frequently asked about how to help high schoolContinue reading “Overcoming Handwriting Difficulties in High School: Tips and Strategies”

The Teacher, The Classroom, and The Occupational Therapist

An occupational therapist walks into a teacher’s classroom…….Sounds like the beginning of a great story if you ask me! I’ve been a school-based occupational therapist for over 20 years. I’ve seen it all, I’ve heard it all, and I’ve done it all, and as teachers know, some of it I wish I hadn’t seen heard,Continue reading “The Teacher, The Classroom, and The Occupational Therapist”

Spring Activities!

Happy Spring! I don’t know about you but I am sure glad to see Spring! Although we have a long way to go, I feel like we made it, and I love that Spring is a time for renewal! It also allows us to emerge from our homes and get outside! I am frequently askedContinue reading “Spring Activities!”

Occupational Therapy in the Time of Covid

First I’d like to say hello and welcome! I’m glad you’ve found me here at SuperKids Occupational Therapy and I am excited to be starting a blog! A quick introduction, my name is Marina and I’ve been a pediatric occupational therapist for over 20 years. If you want to learn more about me or whatContinue reading “Occupational Therapy in the Time of Covid”