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Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders

University of Missouri

Occupational Therapy Clinic

Occupational therapists use purposeful activity to promote development or restore function in daily living skills, community, school or home.

A comprehensive evaluation, formal report with recommendation and development of interventions as warranted are the key components of occupational therapy services.

Typical services provided

  • Formal evaluation: fine/gross motor skill development, visual motor/visual perceptual skills, handwriting, activity participation, sensory processing and self-help skills
  • Individual or group therapy: targeted therapy addressing specific areas of concern. Designation of group or individual therapy is based on the client’s needs.
  • Consultation: prevision of support or suggestions to families or other interested parties for children or adults who have been evaluated or are receiving treatment

Individual needs typically addressed

  • Self help skills
  • Play and social skills development
  • Dressing, hygiene, toileting, eating/feeding
  • Household chores/responsibilities
  • School skills such as handwriting, cutting and managing school materials

Faculty and clinical staff

Lea Ann Lowery, M Ed, OTR
Jacquelyn Sample, MEd, OTR/L

Contact

Call 573-884-6052 to schedule an appointment.

Published by Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders, University of Missouri
205 Portland Street Columbia, Mo. 65211 | Phone: 573-882-6081 or 1-888-720-0015 (toll-free) | E-mail: thompsoncenter@missouri.edu

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Last updated: October 22, 2012