Occupational
Therapy
For Kids
Helping kids build confidence one joy-filled session at a time.
OT That Helps Kids Shine
When your child struggles with focus, handwriting, or emotional regulation, it affects everything from schoolwork to household routines and even self-esteem. You don’t have to navigate these challenges alone. Occupational Therapy (OT) equips your child with the tools they need to succeed across all areas of life.
Every OT session is purposeful, and the progress made helps kids realize that hard work can be fun! We help kids build skills for everyday life, such as the fine motor skills to tie their shoes and zip their coat, the visual motor integration to support the ease and legibility of their handwriting, and self-awareness and regulation to focus and remain calm during transitions
Each therapeutic activity is carefully chosen; every intervention session is purposefully designed. We meet your child where they are and then stretch them to reach new milestones. Together, we celebrate every little win along the way to everlasting growth.
What Is Occupational Therapy for Kids?
Occupational therapy (OT) helps children build the skills they need for independence and success in everyday life. At The ColorfullyEnthused Therapy Studio, OT sessions focus on:
Fine motor skills and handwriting – developing strength, control, and precision
Gross motor coordination – increasing balance, endurance, and body awareness
Visual-motor integration – improving the connection between what they see and how they move
Emotional regulation and focus – learning to stay calm, flexible, and ready to learn
Daily living skills – building independence with routines like dressing, organization, and following directions
Who Needs Occupational Therapy?
Don’t ignore the signs if your child needs a little extra help! Occupational therapists are experts in task analysis: we figure out where a breakdown is occurring and why, and then incorporate the child’s strengths and interests to build skills that make a difference. Our occupational therapy for kids is a great fit for:
Children who need extra support with focus, coordination, or school-related tasks
Families who want clear communication and measurable progress
Parents looking for therapy that’s filled with fun, purpose, and progress
Additionally, occupational therapy is beneficial for kids with any of the following diagnoses: ADD and ADHD, Anxiety, Apraxia, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Cerebral Palsy, Depression, Developmental Delays, Down Syndrome, Dysgraphia, Dyspraxia, developmental coordination Disorder, Intellectual Disability, and Sensory Processing Differences.
How We’ll Work Together
Treatment plans typically include 24–28 weekly sessions, creating consistency and momentum that helps progress stick.
Initial Evaluation
$350 (reduced to $250 with a recent external evaluation)
A comprehensive evaluation that includes:
A detailed evaluation report full of meaningful insight
An individualized treatment plan with measurable goals
A virtual meeting to review everything together
Ongoing OT Sessions
$95 for 45 minutes
Each session includes:
1:1 time with Ashlee, focused entirely on helping your child feel safe, seen, and celebrated
Personalized intervention activities that build skills for everyday life
In-person parent collaboration and daily “Today in OT” notes
“Ashlee is fantastic! I highly recommend her. She worked with my son to help him prep for Kindergarten, and she helped him master his pencil grip and other fine motor tasks (zipping, etc). She is so upbeat and also clearly knows what she is doing! Can't say enough good things about her!" - Abbie Ames
Meet Your Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Ashlee Schmitt, MOT, OTR/L
Hi, I’m Ashlee—a licensed occupational therapist in Columbus, OH, and the founder of ColorfullyEnthused* LLC.
I’ve spent more than a decade helping children strengthen coordination, attention, and confidence through creative and engaging therapy sessions that are uniquely designed according to each child’s strengths, needs, interests, and personality. My mission is simple: inspire hope by making progress possible and making therapy something kids can’t wait to come back to.
We celebrate each small victory because every step forward matters. Together, we’ll help your child build skills that will impact the way they move through each day of their life.
“Ashlee brings the fun wherever she goes! She is very passionate about OT, values creativity, and serves as the biggest cheerleader for her patients and their families. She has developed a one-of-a-kind handwriting program that is sure to be successful with any kiddo who walks through her doors! The ColorfullyEnthused Studio is welcoming, bright, and enforces positivity- it’s the perfect place to learn and reach goals. I can’t endorse Ashlee enough!”
—Nicole Goble
Occupational Therapy fOR Kids: Frequently Asked Questions
What does an occupational therapist do for kids?
Occupational therapy helps kids gain confidence and independence by improving skills needed for everyday life–such as coordination, handwriting, focus, and emotional regulation–through individualized intervention activities.
What age group do you work with?
We primarily serve children ages 5–12, but younger or older kids may be considered based on individual needs.
Do you accept insurance?
We typically work with children ages 5–12, though younger or older children may be considered depending on their needs.
How long does therapy last?
Therapy sessions are 45 minutes, and most treatment plans include 24–28 weekly sessions. In addition to daily “Today in OT” notes, parents receive a formal progress report every 6-8 sessions with data that specifically communicates how their child is performing in regard to their individualized and measurable goals.
Progress You Can See,
One SMile At A Time
Your child already has everything they need to succeed. We’ll help them uncover what they can do one joyful, skill-building session at a time.
