Where families feel understood

Our Vision is to provide safe and effective therapeutic relationships through which children and families can learn to understand themselves and build the skills necessary for success.

 

Welcome!

We are a pediatric occupational therapy clinic providing services for children from birth to age 18. Located in south Burnaby, we are accessible to families in the Greater Vancouver Area, including Vancouver, Burnaby, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Surrey, Langley, and Richmond. Our pediatric occupational therapists are registered providers through COTBC and CAOT, and Registered Autism Service Providers (RASP). Kids First Pediatric Therapy is family and client-centered, where goals focus on what is important to the child and their family.

Evaluating function through sensory processing and neurodevelopmental frameworks, we are happy to work with anyone! We provide therapy for all kids, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Processing Disorder, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Learning Disabilities, Anxiety disorders, ADHD, PTSD, Global Developmental Delay, delayed infant milestones, and more. We assess each child’s functional ability in relation to their personal goals, regardless of diagnosis.

 
 

What is Pediatric OT?

Pediatric OT means helping babies, children and youth improve their function in all areas of life!

Kids First OT’s can assist your child with the following:

  • Gross Motor Skills

    • Motor planning and sequencing, coordination, strength, balance, reflex integration, delayed milestones

  • Fine Motor Skills

    • Grasp/grip strength, printing, hand dominance, bimanual coordination, dexterity

  • Self-Care Skills

    • Dressing, feeding, hygiene, toileting

  • School & Play

    • Attention, school avoidance, interacting with peers

  • Self Regulation

    • Sensory processing, emotional regulation, frustration tolerance

young child with autism in ball pit enjoying sensory play

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Funding Options for OT Services

PrivatE/Extended benefits

For families paying privately, we accept cash, credit, cheque, or e-transfer. If you have Extended Benefits, we can direct bill for certain providers- please contact us for more information.

Charity Funding

Charity funding agencies are one of many sources that help support our clientele.

CKNW Kid’s Fund and Variety Children’s Charity are regular supporters of our clients. For families requesting to use charity funding for occupational therapy services, we will provide a letter of support for your charity application following your child’s assessment.

Autism Funding (AFU)

For clients using Autism Funding, we will provide an RTP form for you to fill out. We can then submit it for you or you can upload it through the parent portal.

At Home Program Funding

For children 5 years and older who meet the criteria for AHP funding, we are required to submit a Request for School-Age Extended Therapies form, complete with OT goals. We can submit this form to AHP once information is gathered during your child’s initial assessment. AHP funding requests can be renewed each year.

Home school funding

If your child attends a home school program or distance learning program, please contact your service provider regarding funding for occupational therapy services, and we can direct-bill once the required paperwork is received.

 

At Kids First OT, we are happy to answer any questions you may have about delayed milestones, infant development, therapy for autism, sensory processing challenges, learning disabilities, challenges with emotional regulation, anxiety, sensitivities, avoidance behaviours, impulse control, as well as tips and strategies for home and school success.