Welcome to Upward OT!
Supporting children in becoming self-directed, confident, and independent
Who We Are
Upward OT is a pediatric occupational therapy practice in Charlotte, NC specializing in meeting the unique needs of children ages 4 and up with learning differences or gaps.
Who We Can Help
Children Ages 4 and Up with:
Gaps in basic reading, math and handwriting skills from missed time or distance learning
Learning Differences
ADHD
Sensory Processing Disorder
Balance or Motor Coordination Delays (may have been described as “clumsy”)
Level 1 Autism Spectrum Disorder
Avoids reading; doesn’t like to be read to
Struggling to learn sequences such as days and months
Poor discrimination of letters and numbers, confuses similar looking words and letters “was and saw” or K and H
Struggles with puzzles or following along while reading out loud
Difficulty with letter sounds or formation
Difficulty with emotional regulation
Are you concerned about gaps in your child’s learning?
How We Can Help
Upward OT provides individualized pediatric occupational therapy evaluations and individualized treatment programs. We use a comprehensive plan and the StepUp To Learn platform to enhance the independence of children with learning differences, as well as bridge the gaps created by missed in-person education.
How It Works
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1 | Evaluation
Set up your Upward OT Evaluation to speak with your NeuroNet Certified Provider
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2 | Individual Plan
Your NeuroNet Certified Provider will create an individualized plan of care
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3 | Enrollment
Enroll and purchase the StepUp to Learn program for home use
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4 | Appointments
Meet with your Upward OT therapist weekly or bi-weekly (typically 45m - 1h)
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5 | At-Home Exercises
Complete your home exercise program 5 days per week, 15m per day