Occupational Therapy

child in therapy

Occupational Therapy promotes functional independence for a child who is dealing with the effects of disease, injury, birth anomalies, disability, or developmental problems. The focus of therapy may include the prevention of malformations, the facilitation of development, the promotion of age-appropriate daily living skills, design, fabrication and application of splints, training for use of assistive technology devices and/or adaptation of the environment.

The primary goal is supporting the child so they may experience the highest level of independence in his or her environment. Specific skills that pediatric occupational therapy may focus on include: dressing, bathing, hygiene, feeding, meal preparation, negotiation through the environment, ability to recognize letters and numbers, and handwriting as well as any tasks that the child is required to complete in their day in order to be independent.

As pediatric professionals, our occupational therapists are highly experienced with the unique needs of patients from birth through 21 years of age. They are familiar with the developmental milestones that are normally attained at each stage in a child’s life and are adept at encouraging and motivating patients to reach their goals.

Our Pediatric Occupational Therapy Program provides services to children with a wide range of diagnoses including, but not limited to:

little girl playing with learning toys

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • Brain injuries
  • Burns
  • Sensory integration disorders
  • Learning disabilities
  • Feeding disorders
  • Cerebral palsy
  • Hand and upper extremity dysfunction
  • Spinal cord rehabilitation
  • Bracheal plexus injuries
  • Developmental delay
  • Sports injuries

Learn more about our Occupational Therapy Services (English OR Spanish)

Occupational Therapy from a Parent's Perspective:

Children's Specialized Hospital's Family Faculty Member, Elizabeth Marcketta and Melissa Velez, share their personal experience with Occupational Therapy.

To schedule an appointment, call 888-244-5373 or click here.

Patient Stories

  • “I have so much trust in them to get him to the next goal they have for him. His therapists are excited to see that he’s growing and changing for the better and, as a parent, this makes you feel confident and calm.”

    Sergio
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  • "The hospital and staff have been nothing short of amazing with being there for her and me."

    Penelope
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  • “I feel stronger, independent, and more adaptable thanks to my therapy sessions at Children’s Specialized Hospital.”

    Melissa
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225 Williamson St
Elizabeth, NJ 07202
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200 Wyckoff Road
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Eatontown, NJ 07724
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645 State Route 18
East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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200 Somerset Street
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(609) 645-7779
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519 Broadway
Bayonne, NJ 07002
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1135 Broad Street
Clifton, NJ 07013
(973) 365-3071
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899 Mountain Ave
Suite 1-A
Springfield, NJ 07081
(973) 218-6394
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182 Lyons Avenue
Newark, NJ 07112
(973) 391-2960
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3575 Quakerbridge Road
Hamilton Township, NJ 08619
(609) 631-2800
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1251 Highway 37 West
Toms River, NJ 08755
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899 Mountain Ave
Suite 1-A
Springfield, NJ 07081
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375 Mount Pleasant Avenue
Suite G100
West Orange, NJ 07052
(973) 969-3434
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2840 Morris Avenue
Kenneth Esdale Pavilion
Union, NJ 07083
(888) 244-5373
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