Occupational therapy in Ann Arbor: everyday skills and sensory support

Occupational therapy helps autistic children with the practical business of daily life — from handwriting and dressing to managing an overwhelming sensory world. Ann Arbor has OT through the University of Michigan, private clinics, and schools. This page explains where to find it, how it is funded, and what good OT looks like.

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Mala Child & Family Institute — Occupational Therapy

Multidisciplinary pediatric OT clinic

Neurodiversity-affirming OT at 3135 Professional Dr., covering sensory processing, motor coordination, executive functioning, and feeding, with in-person and virtual options. They publish rates plainly and take BCBS, Aetna, and private pay; Blue Care Network is accepted only with a formal autism diagnosis from a referring provider. OT sits alongside psychology, speech, and evaluation in the same practice.

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A2 Therapy Works

Private pediatric speech and OT practice

Private practice with Ann Arbor and Plymouth-Canton locations offering OT for children and young adults, including sensory, fine motor, handwriting, and feeding work. In-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Care Network, with options for other plans. Ask about therapist availability at the Ann Arbor site specifically.

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Spectrum Therapy Center — Occupational Therapy

Center-based pediatric OT

OT on Jackson Plaza focused on fine and gross motor skills, motor planning, self-regulation, self-care, and picky eating. Their site describes OT as part of the individualized treatment for children attending their ABA and social skills programs, so confirm whether they will take your child for standalone OT.

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