Pediatric
Occupational
Therapy
Increasing coordination, stamina, confidence, and independence one joy-filled session at a time.
Helping Kids Grow Through Purposefully Curated Therapy Sessions
When your child struggles with focus, homework, motor skills, or emotional regulation, everyday life can start to feel like an uphill climb. You’ve tried new routines, teacher tips, and even waiting for things to “click,” but progress has been slow, or hasn’t come at all.
Pediatric occupational therapy makes the kind of difference that lasts. We help kids build the skills they need for school and life through fun-filled sessions that teach children the intrinsic reward of hard work. Every session is intentionally designed with creativity and care, according to real data and your child’s unique personality, interests, and needs; each activity builds upon the one before and elicits your child’s feelings of pride about what they can do.
We turn small steps into big wins! Whether through improved handwriting, mastered routines, or increased regulation, we build confidence across all areas of life.
What Is Pediatric Occupational Therapy?
Pediatric occupational therapy (OT) helps children build the skills they need to be more independent at home, at school, and in the community. Therapy sessions focus on:
Fine motor skills: developing strength, control, and confidence to draw, write, and color with precision.
Gross motor coordination and body awareness: improving balance and movement skills.
Visual-motor integration: helping the eyes and hands work together to cut, read, and write with greater ease
Emotional regulation and focus: gaining tools to stay calm, centered, and ready to learn.
Daily living routines: building independence with tasks like dressing, organizing, following directions, and household chores.
Who Does Pediatric Occupational Therapy Serve?
Our pediatric occupational therapy services are a perfect fit for:
Children with disabilities or those who need extra support with attention, coordination, or school-related tasks
Families who want a clear, actionable plan for their child’s growth
Parents who seek therapy that balances fun with meaningful progress
Educators who are in search of extra support for students in the classroom
If you’ve been told to “wait and see,” but your gut says your child needs help now, it’s time to start building confidence together.
How We’ll Work Together
Initial Evaluation
$350 (reduced to $250 with a recent external evaluation)
Each evaluation includes:
A comprehensive evaluation report with meaningful insight
An individualized treatment plan with measurable goals
A virtual meeting to review the documents together and discuss next steps
Ongoing OT Sessions
$95 for 45 minutes
Each session includes:
1:1 time with Ashlee, focused on your child’s specific needs
Personalized activities that build skills in a way that your child will enjoy
In-person parent collaboration and daily progress notes
Treatment plans typically include 24–28 sessions and are scheduled weekly to ensure consistency, which is essential for improving skills and confidence over time.
Meet Your Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Ashlee Schmitt, MOT, OTR/L
Hi, I’m Ashlee, a licensed pediatric occupational therapist in Columbus, OH, and the founder of ColorfullyEnthused* LLC.
With over a decade of experience helping kids develop fine motor skills, self-regulation, and executive functioning, I’ve learned one simple truth: every child is capable of incredible growth when therapy feels joyful, safe, and personal.
My sessions are designed to help kids feel successful and proud of themselves because confidence fuels progress. Whether your child is working on handwriting, emotional regulation, or greater independence in the routines of everyday life, we’ll make therapy something they look forward to every single week.
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Pediatric Occupational Therapy: Frequently Asked Questions
What does a pediatric occupational therapist (OT) do?
Pediatric OTs help children build the skills they need for daily success—whether that’s writing, dressing, or managing emotions.
What does occupational therapy (OT) do for children?
Occupational therapy (OT) helps kids build the skills they need to feel capable and independent in everyday life. Sessions focus on things like coordination, handwriting, emotional regulation, and focus—and use personalized activities that build work tolerance and make learning fun. The goal is to help children participate fully at home, in school, and in their community with confidence and joy.
What age range do you serve?
We typically work with children ages 5–12, though younger or older children may be considered depending on their needs.
Do you accept insurance?
ColorfullyEnthused* LLC is a private-pay practice, but we provide superbills for families to submit to their insurance for reimbursement. Simply call your insurance company to find out how much coverage they’ll provide for therapists who are out of network.
How long does therapy last?
Most treatment plans include 24–28 sessions. In addition to daily “Today in OT” notes, parents also receive an official Progress Report every 6-8 sessions with real data in regard to the child’s individualized goals.
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Your child already has everything they need to succeed; we’re going to help them discover what they’re capable of by building skills to help them shine. Let’s make therapy something your child loves and progress something you can see.
