Live Oak Kids
Pediatric Occupational Therapy in Pittsburgh, PA and the East Bay, CA
Live Oak Kids helps young children feel more comfortable navigating
social, sensory and learning situations.
We offer in-home, community and nature based pediatric occupational therapy services.
Celebrating strengths, building confidence, and identifying solutions – one therapy adventure at a time.
Children’s sensory and emotional needs are not inconveniences – these preferences matter and need to be respected.
Kids thrive when we look at the full picture, not just isolated struggles. Our holistic approach is grounded in joy and play, builds strong brains, strengthens nervous system responses and offers ongoing caregiver support.
We use a body-based, neuro-developmental approach to mature the brain and sensory systems, along with self-regulation strategies that help children build real-life skills.
Using a strengths based lens we create meaningful change by weaving together sensory motor learning with children's strengths and interests.
We help kids go from being misunderstood to being successful at home, school and in the community.
It all starts by learning to look beyond behavior so we can get to the root of the challenges for your child.
Some examples of areas where we support kids:
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Fine motor or gross motor delays
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Sensory challenges that impact home or school activities
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Always on the go or bumping into things
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Can’t self-regulate through big emotions
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Lack of confidence or skills for climbing, jumping or playing
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Struggles to follow directions
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Overly fearful in new or unfamiliar situations
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Lack of awareness of social or physical boundaries
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Difficulty handling upset or change/meltdowns
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Suspect or been diagnosed with ADHD, Autism, PDA, or sensory processing disorder
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Physical aggression at school or home
Not sure how to best support your child? Let us be your guide.
We offer strategies and skills so kids can engage joyfully in more activities at home and school.
Ultimately, children feel happier, and parents feel better equipped to support their child’s unique needs.
“My son had fun while enhancing his skills”
My son has truly thrived since we began collaborating. From the very start, Maggie took the time to understand my son’s unique needs, enabling us to set realistic and achievable goals tailored specifically for him.
Maggie consistently goes the extra mile to ensure that my child maximizes the benefits of each session. Her attentiveness to parents is remarkable. She frequently shares valuable recommendations for activities I can try at home, which have proven to be incredibly beneficial. Watching my son explore, climb, swing, and have fun while enhancing his skills has been a delight.
~Jane, parent
Profressional Trainings & Certifications
At LOKi we value lifelong learning. We have completed advanced trainings in evidenced based and holistic approaches that support the development and well being of children. Areas of advanced training include:
Sensory Integration & Nervous System Regulation
Advanced sensory integration practices, Astronaut Protocol, the Alert Program, Zones of Regulation, Interoception Curriculum, Polyvagul Theory and the Powerfully You program.
Primitive Reflex Integration & Neuromovement Approaches
Primitive Reflex Integration and Rhythmic Movements (RMTi), Musgatova Method (MNRI), Bal-Vis-X, Brain Gym, YEAS Teacher Training (Yoga Education for the Autism Spectrum) and the Anat Baniel Method.
Ocular Motor & Visual Skills Development
S'cool Moves, Ocular-motor assessment and functional vestibular-ocular skill development.
Social Emotional & Social Play Development
DIR/Floortime®, Social Thinking®, Kimochis®, and the Learn, Play, Thrive Approach to Autism
Handwriting & Fine Motor Skills
Handwriting Without Tears®, Size Matters Handwriting Program®, and related evidenced based practices.
Nature Based Approaches
Certified in the ConTiGO Approach and completed The Cedarsong Way Forest School Teacher Training, with additional training in child-lead and play based therapy approaches.
Our Approach to Occupational Therapy With Kids
Live Oak Kids offers community-based OT services, including nature-based therapy, in-home therapy, school-based therapy, and consultations.
Neurodiversity Affirming
We embrace and celebrate every child’s unique way of thinking, communicating, feeling, and learning. By valuing neurodiversity, we help kids feel proud of who they are and foster a sense of belonging.
Positive Support
A place of positive change that helps kids and parents feel good about themselves and the future.
Live Oak Kids clients are delighted by the personalized attention they receive. We help them meet the sensory and social-emotional needs of their young child.
Holistic
We believe in nurturing the whole child – emotionally, physically, and socially. We emphasize foundational skills such as sensory integration, reflex integration, and self-regulation to support a child's skill development and long-term well-being.
At LOKi, we use a strengths-based approach and evidence-based interventions to enhance your child's skills and confidence to grow, connect, engage and enjoy!
Start Your Adventure with Live Oak Kids Today
Here’s how you get started with pediatric occupational therapy services
1. Express Interest
Fill out our inquiry form, and we’ll contact you within 48 hours to discuss how we can best support you and your child.
2. Identify Needs
Schedule an initial intake appointment or evaluation to better understand the reasons behind your child’s challenges. We’ll work together to create goals and a comprehensive plan.
3. Achieve goals and ongoing support
We'll help you and your child address challenges and reach goals, through weekly engaging therapy sessions, home program planning, and ongoing caregiver support.
More about our Pittsburgh, PA Location
From nature groups on our farm to individual OT sessions at your home, preschool, or local park, we’re here to help kids feel good about themselves as they work to build skills for a lifetime.
Our Bridgeville location provides a rich farm-inspired environment that offers open space and freedom to give each child what they need.
Nestled on a beautiful hillside of our small, family owned farm, surrounded by trees and natural landscapes, children are offered unique outdoor sensory experiences, which allow for movement, balance, and sensory integration in a way that indoor play can’t match.
The combination of fresh air, varied terrain, and therapeutic animal experiences, creates a dynamic environment where children can develop motor skills, practice self-regulation, and soak in the healing properties of nature. It’s an opportunity to explore, connect with the earth, and find joy in new, novel experiences – one jump, swing, or climb at a time.
More about our CA Location
From nature groups among the majestic Redwood trees to individual OT sessions in your home, preschool, or regional park, we’re here to help kids feel good about themselves as they work to build skills for a lifetime.
At our Bay Area location, we work with nature as co-facilitator, often within the awe-inspiring beauty of the East Bay Hills, surrounded by towering trees, beautiful hiking trails, and peaceful natural spaces.
Our little adventurers explore, swing, and connect in an environment that nurtures their sense of wonder and inspiration. Whether it’s climbing, doing a craft, or simply enjoying the novelty of nature, the natural setting provides a powerful foundation for emotional and sensory regulation.
Children become their own agent of change as we build skills that last – skills like resilience, curiosity, and connection – while grounding ourselves in the magic of the natural world. It’s more than just play; it’s a chance to foster growth and build confidence for a lifetime.
