Occupational therapy for children with autism in Morgan Hill
Play-based, strength-focused therapy that helps autistic children feel regulated, build everyday skills and take part in family and school life.
How occupational therapy helps
Every autistic child is different, so therapy starts with your child’s strengths and what matters most to your family.
- Sensory regulation: feeling comfortable with sound, touch, movement and busy places
- Daily routines: dressing, eating, grooming and sleep routines
- Motor skills: coordination, balance, hand strength and handwriting
- Play and connection: joining in, taking turns and sharing space with other kids
- Transitions: moving between activities with less distress
Our approach
Play first
Sessions happen in a sensory gym with swings, climbing walls and a Lego wall, so practice feels like play.
Strength-based training
Dr. Hiral Khatri is trained in the Learn, Play, Thrive approach and holds advanced sensory integration certification from the STAR Institute.
Families included
You see what we work on, why, and how to carry it into home and school.
Related services: pediatric occupational therapy, speech therapy coaching, sensory social groups and feeding therapy.
Common questions
Call (669) 888-3636 if yours is not here.
Does my child need an autism diagnosis to start OT?
No. A diagnosis is not required. If you are seeing challenges with sensory needs, routines, play or daily skills, a screening is a good first step whether or not your child has been evaluated for autism.
What does OT work on with autistic children?
It depends on your child’s goals. Common areas are sensory regulation, dressing and other self-care, fine and gross motor skills, play, transitions between activities and taking part at school.
Do you work with parents too?
Yes. Parents get ongoing support and a home plan, and our speech-language pathologist offers parent coaching for communication.
Is OT for autism covered by insurance?
We are in network with Aetna, Cigna, Health Net, Meritain Health and UnitedHealthcare. Coverage depends on your plan, so call (669) 888-3636 and we will check it with you.
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Therapy services at OT Park
Pediatric occupational therapy
Weekly or intensive one-on-one sessions for fine motor skills, sensory processing and the everyday tasks that build independence.
OT groups
Sensory fun, handwriting and social groups. Kids practice alongside other kids, with an OT leading every session.
Speech therapy coaching
Our licensed speech-language pathologist coaches you in real time, so language practice fits into everyday routines at home.
Independent educational evaluation
A second, independent look at your child’s motor, sensory and school-related needs, with a report to bring to the IEP team.
Book a screening
A screening is $75 and by appointment. Your child plays in the gym while you talk with an occupational therapist.