Petoskey Area Occupational Therapy - Pediatric, Adolescent and Adult
PEDIATRIC OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
I work with kids, families, and adults for occupational therapy and family-centered coaching in the Petoskey area.
Through Thriving Littles, we support participation and wellness through daily “occupations”: play, peer relationships, family relationships, sleep, mealtimes, bathroom routines, and more.
Families often seek support for challenges such as meltdowns, confusing or intense behavior, anxiety or low mood, attention vulnerabilities, sleep struggles, transitions, dressing, mealtime difficulties, or navigating significant life changes.
Sessions are play-based yet structured to achieve key individualized goals, focusing on Interaction, Activities, and Environment to help children - and their families - live life to the fullest.
During the initial evaluation, we assess areas such as primitive reflexes, oculomotor and visual processing, fine and gross motor skills, sensory processing, postural instincts, all of which influence emotional or sensory regulation - tailored specifically to your child’s unique needs.
All sessions are strengths-based, celebrating your child’s gifts while prioritizing connection, play, and joy as catalysts for growth and lasting change.
We begin with 1–2 evaluation sessions (55-85 minutes each depending on the child), followed by a parent-only meeting to review history, observations, and recommendations for session frequency, structure, and duration.
Parents are encouraged to book regular parent-only sessions to support understanding of the process, ensure carryover at home, and focus on the essential elements for lasting change - nourishment from the inside out.
NEXT STEPS
Book Initial Session or Clarity Call using the button above.
ADULT OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Some adults seek occupational therapy to support neurodivergence, anxiety, depression, or feeling “stuck” or misaligned with who they want to be. Others are navigating stress responses, triggers, or challenging life seasons. Some may be facing a transition or making decisions and want to approach them from a place of security rather than stress.
I have ten years of experience guiding adults to navigate triggers, heal through coregulation, and understand the nervous system in ways that support sustainable well-being.
Extensive work with adults and families led me to specialize in parent support - helping adults understand themselves and enhance connection with children from infancy into adulthood. This work restores the joy you deserve while navigating the uncertainty and unpredictability that kids can inevitably bring.
My hope is to support you in living a life aligned with your unique values, rather than reacting from past patterns. I believe this work is the greatest gift we can offer our loved ones and our communities.
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.