Occupational Therapy for Autism | Cadabam’s CDC
Cadabam’s CDC offers evidence-based occupational therapy for autism that empowers children to thrive at home, in school, and in the community. Our child-centered approach blends sensory integration, motor-skills training and daily-living coaching so your child gains independence and confidence step-by-step.
What We Offer
- Individualized OT plans built on gold-standard assessments
- Sensory gyms, adaptive kitchens, and real-world simulation rooms
- Weekly parent coaching and video-guided home programs
- Seamless coordination with speech, ABA, and school IEP teams
- Flexible in-centre, in-school, and tele-therapy options
Why Occupational Therapy Is Essential for Autism
Core Benefits for Daily Functioning
Occupational therapy targets the exact skills autism can make harder:
| Area of Function | OT Strategies | Outcomes Parents Notice |
|---|---|---|
| Morning routine | Visual schedules, dressing frames | Faster, calmer mornings |
| Playground play | Core-strength games | Safer climbing and running |
| Classroom tasks | Pencil-grip tools, fidget bands | Better focus, neater work |
Impact on Sensory Processing & Self-Regulation
Many autistic children experience sensory overload or craving. Our sensory integration therapy:
- Calms or alerts the nervous system
- Improves transitions between activities
- Reduces meltdowns triggered by noise, light, or touch
Quick tip: A 10-minute “sensory diet” in our clinic can cut transition tantrums by half within the first month.
Research Evidence & Guidelines
- AOTA (2024): OT interventions improve participation in self-care and play by 47%.
- Cochrane Review (2023): Sensory integration therapy shows moderate-to-large effect sizes for sensory challenges.
- Indian J. Pediatrics (2022): Early OT (<36 months) predicts higher adaptive scores at 5 years.
Our Occupational Therapy Services
Comprehensive Initial OT Assessment
- Sensory Profile-2, SPM, BOT-2, and ADL checklists
- Parent interview & classroom observation
- Clear, jargon-free report within 3 days
Sensory Integration Therapy
- Swings, crash pads, tactile bins
- Therapist-directed and child-led sessions
- Home carry-over kits included
Fine & Gross Motor Skills Development
Fine Motor
- Peg boards, tweezer games, cookie-dough pinching
- Tablet apps that track finger strength gains
Gross Motor
- Balance beams, scooter boards, trampoline routines
- Weekly video logs to celebrate milestones
Daily Living Skills & ADL Training
- Tooth-brushing, buttoning, shoe-tying stations
- Visual step cards for every routine
- Rewards chart app for motivation
Handwriting & Pre-Academic Skills
- Hand-without-tears curriculum
- Slant boards, grippers, raised-line paper
- Collaboration with school OT for consistent cues
Feeding & Picky Eating Support
- SOS Approach to Feeding
- Food-play games, blowing bubbles to strengthen oral motor muscles
- Parent workshop: “From 5 foods to 15 in 6 weeks”
Parent Coaching & Home Programs
- 30-minute monthly coaching calls
- WhatsApp video feedback on home practice
- Printable visual schedules and sensory diets
Who Can Benefit
Toddlers (18–36 months)
- Red flag screening, early sensory diet
- Parent training to turn daily routines into therapy moments
Pre-Schoolers (3–5 years)
- Kindergarten readiness groups
- Parallel play to cooperative play coaching
School-Age Children (6–12 years)
- Executive-function boot camps
- Keyboard skills for dysgraphia support
Meet Our Team
Our Certified Occupational Therapy unit is headed by senior therapists with 8–15 years of autism-specific experience. Each clinician completes 40+ hours of annual training in sensory integration, feeding, and handwriting interventions.
Therapy Process & Timeline
- Step 1: Intake & Screening – 20-minute phone triage, same week.
- Step 2: Standardized Evaluations – 2-hour session, results emailed.
- Step 3: Goal Setting & IEP – 45-minute meeting, SMART goals drafted.
- Step 4: Weekly Sessions – 45 minutes, 1–3 times per week.
- Step 5: Progress Reviews – Every 10 weeks, data-driven adjustments.
Average first noticeable change: 4–6 weeks. Full skill mastery: 6–12 months.