Handwriting and fine motor help for kids
Occupational therapy for children who struggle with pencils, scissors and buttons, taught by a Handwriting Without Tears certified team.
What we work on
Messy writing is rarely about effort. It is usually about the skills underneath.
- Pencil grip and hand strength
- Letter formation, sizing and spacing
- Scissors, buttons, zippers and shoelaces
- Visual-motor skills: copying from the board and staying on the line
- Posture and endurance for longer writing tasks
- Keyboarding when typing is the better tool
How we teach it
Certified programs
Dr. Hiral Khatri is certified in Handwriting Without Tears and Keyboarding Without Tears.
Hands-on practice
Lego walls, putty, tongs and vertical surfaces build the strength writing needs before the pencil comes out.
Groups and one-on-one
Choose individual sessions, a handwriting group, or both.
Related services: pediatric occupational therapy and OT groups. Parents often start after a teacher raises concerns; an independent educational evaluation is also available.
“What Dr. Hiral has created in terms of child services under one roof is remarkable! My child’s letter formation and handwriting has improved drastically among other things. We couldn’t be happier with the service at OT Park!”
OT Park parent
Mom
“The occupational therapy team at OT Park is exceptional. They have worked wonders with our son’s handwriting and coordination. What impresses me the most is how they turn therapy into play. We are seeing improvements at school too.”
OT Park parent
“We’ve been coming to OT Park since 2022 and have had an incredible experience. My daughter has shown a lot of improvement in the areas we wanted to focus on and absolutely loves Dr. Hiral. Highly recommend!”
Alana Hyland
Mother
Common questions
Call (669) 888-3636 if yours is not here.
When should I worry about my child’s handwriting?
Consider a screening if writing is much slower or messier than classmates’, if your child avoids writing and drawing, grips the pencil awkwardly, tires quickly or presses very hard or very lightly.
What causes handwriting problems?
Handwriting depends on hand strength, finger control, posture, visual-motor skills and attention. An occupational therapist finds which of these is getting in the way.
Do you run handwriting groups?
Yes. We run handwriting groups led by an occupational therapist, alongside one-on-one therapy.
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.