How do I know if my child needs occupational therapy?

Trust your gut. If feeding, movement, sensory needs, or daily routines feel harder than they should, it's worth a conversation. Parents often come to us wondering about things like:

• Breastfeeding, bottle feeding, or starting solids

• Milestones like rolling, sitting, crawling, or walking

• Picky eating or stressful mealtimes

• Using their hands, coordination, or balance

• Sensory sensitivities, or trouble staying calm and regulated

• Everyday skills like dressing, self-feeding, or toileting

If any of these sound familiar, occupational therapy or parent coaching may help. You don't have to wait and see, and you don't have to be certain. That's exactly what the free call is for.

My child's struggle feels small. Is it really "enough" to reach out?

Yes. You do not have to wait for things to get bigger or "bad enough." Often the early years are exactly when small, everyday support makes the biggest difference. If something feels off, that is a good enough reason to reach out.

What is Occupational Therapy?

Occupational therapy helps children build the everyday skills that matter most, like eating, playing, moving, and staying calm. Your child's "job" is being a kid, and we help them do it with more ease and confidence. We look at the whole child, find what's getting in the way, and use play to help them grow. Every plan is child-led and built around your family's real life.

What does a session actually look like?

Sessions are playful and hands-on. We follow your child's lead, work on their goals through activities they enjoy, and coach you along the way so the progress keeps going at home. You are part of every step.

What is the difference between virtual coaching and therapy sessions?

Virtual coaching is a one-time or as-needed session, done remotely, to talk through a specific concern and send you off with a plan. Therapy sessions are ongoing, usually once or twice a week, in your home or your child's school, with goals we set and work toward together.

Do you work with our pediatrician or other providers?

Yes. We're glad to coordinate with any outside providers on your child's care team, whether that's your pediatrician, lactation consultant, or a specialist, so everyone supporting your family is working from the same page.

How soon can we start? Is there a waitlist?

There's no waitlist. We keep our caseload small on purpose, so most families can begin within a few days of that first call. When something feels hard, you shouldn't have to wait to get the support your child needs.

Do you Accept Insurance?

We are an out-of-network provider. We provide monthly superbills so you can request reimbursement from your insurance, and we accept HSA and FSA accounts. Many families are reimbursed for part of their out-of-network care, so it's worth asking your plan about out-of-network occupational therapy.

Where are Services Held?

In-home and school sessions across West Los Angeles, and telehealth throughout California. Virtual coaching is available to families anywhere.

How Do I Get Started?

1. Book a free 15-minute call, so we can hear what's going on.

2. Begin with an evaluation to understand your child and set goals together.

3. Start sessions, with a plan built around your child and your daily life.

hello@thrivepediatricwellness.com | (805) 409-7028