Petoskey Area Occupational Therapy & Services for All Ages
PEDIATRIC OCCUPATIONAL THEARPY
We see kids, families, and adults for occupational therapy and family-centered coaching in the Petoskey area.
Thriving Littles supports participation and wellness through daily “occupations”: play, peer relationships, family relationships, sleep, mealtimes, going to the bathroom, and beyond.
Common reasons families seek services may be challenges with meltdowns, confusing or big behavior, anxiety or depressive tendencies, vulnerabilities with attention, sleep, transitions, getting dressed, mealtimes and food issues; or maybe your family is moving through/has gone through something significant and looking for guidance.
Sessions are play-based with structure to achieve specific key goals with emphasis on individualized Interaction, Activities, and Environment to help kids (and families) live life to their fullest.
At the initial evaluation, we assess primitive reflexes, oculomotor and visual processing, fine and gross motor skills, sensory processing, postural instincts, emotional and sensory regulation and/or more depending on reason for referral. All is individualized for our “unique as a fingerprint” kids and families!
Sessions are strengths-based, encouraging unique gifts of your child and family and prioritizing connection, play, and joy as catalyst to all.
We begin with 1-2, 85-minute evaluation sessions followed by a parent-only meeting to talk history, observations, and what frequency, structure, and duration of sessions is recommended.
From there, it is encouraged that parents schedule parent-only sessions at a regular frequency for best results to understand the process, carryover for home, and emphasize the essential elements for change.
NEXT STEPS
Ready to schedule? Book Initial Session now, book a Clarity Call to connect with Katie for questions beforehand, or email team@thrivinglittles.com.
ADULT OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Some adults seek OT for neurodivergence, anxiety, depression, feeling “stuck” or misaligned with who they want to be. Others may be unpacking stress responses and triggers, or moving through a challenging life season. Some may have a current or upcoming transition or be making decisions they want to make from a space of security versus stress.
I have extensive experience supporting adults to manage triggers, heal through coregulation, and understand the nervous system in ways that can benefit for life.
Working with families alongside a mentor in Chicago led me to additionally specialize in parent support to deeply understand yourself and enhance connection from infancy into adulthood - restoring the joy you’re worthy of while navigating the uncertainty and unpredictability kids can inevitably ignite.
My hope is to support you to live a life aligned with your unique values versus behave in reactionary ways rooted in the past - I believe this is the biggest gift to the loved ones and community around us!
NEXT STEPS
Ready to schedule? Book Initial Session now or email team@thrivinglittles.com.
Have questions before scheduling? Book a Clarity Call via this button to connect with Katie.
LOCATION
Sessions take place at the Thriving Littles | Thriving Beings studio at 316 Howard Street, Suite 3.
PRICING
Price is per clinical hour (53 minutes), time beyond this will be prorated at this rate if schedules accommodate.
INSURANCE
Thriving Littles and Thriving Beings is out-of-network with all insurances.
A detailed receipt of all payment and services called a “superbill” will be sent to you digitally via email every month. The superbill is designed for you to request insurance reimbursement from the insurer should you choose. Once you send the insurer the superbill, a determination is made by your insurance company about reimbursement and how benefits will be applied. As an out-of-network provider, you can check with your provider to see what their out-of-network benefits are for occupational therapy services. Contact the number on the back of your insurance card to request this information.
We suggest you check with your insurance to see what procedure codes match your diagnosis code. Common procedure codes (CPT codes) for OT are, but not limited to:
97530 - therapeutic activities
97535 - home management/IADL training
97533 - sensory integrative techniques
97165/ 97166 /97167 /97168 - Occupational therapy evaluation/re-evaluation
90837 - psychotherapy, behavioral health
By your submitting, note that we may be required to submit your treatment and confidential information with your insurance company as a provider.
If you choose to submit to insurance, most plans require a referral from your pediatrician for OT evaluation and treatment before the initial session in order to reimburse any services. You must request this from your physician/prescribing practitioner and bring your first session or email to hello@thrivinglittles.com. It is your responsibility to maintain all documentation needed.