Occupational Therapy Clinics in Bethesda, MD
Find trusted occupational therapy clinics in Bethesda, Maryland. The providers below serve families throughout Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Potomac, Rockville, Kensington, Silver Spring, North Bethesda, and the greater Montgomery County area — as well as nearby Washington, DC. Compare each clinic's specialties, locations, and contact details to find the right fit for your child.
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Canyon Kids Pediatric Occupational Therapy Featured
- 4833 Rugby Ave #500, Bethesda, MD 20814
- (301) 523-0902
- canyonkids.com
- Sensory integration, feeding, motor planning, handwriting, and emotional regulation in a dedicated sensory gym; seven days a week.
Stepping Stones Therapy
- 4300 Montgomery Ave, Suite 303, Bethesda, MD 20814
- (301) 652-7800
- steppingstonestherapy.com
- Occupational and speech therapy — sensory integration, motor planning, handwriting, and social skills groups.
Capital Occupational Therapy / The Barnyard
- 16230 Bellingham Dr, Darnestown, MD 20874
- (240) 261-6833
- capitalot.com
- Private pediatric OT (ages 2–15) at home, school, or an outdoor barn — sensory processing and animal-assisted therapy. Serves Bethesda.
The Point Occupational Therapy
- Potomac, MD
- (410) 937-9579
- thepointot.com
- Mobile in-school and in-home pediatric OT serving Montgomery County — sensory, motor, handwriting, and feeding.
MOCO Movement Center
- 5268A Nicholson Lane, Kensington, MD 20895
- (301) 770-5437
- mocomc.com
- Multidisciplinary pediatric OT, PT & speech center in Kensington — serves Bethesda and greater Montgomery County.
What Does an Occupational Therapist Treat?
Pediatric occupational therapists help children develop the everyday skills they need to play, learn, and grow more independently. That includes fine and gross motor coordination, handwriting, sensory processing and self-regulation, feeding, motor planning and praxis, visual-perceptual skills, and executive functioning. Sessions are typically play-based and tailored to each child's goals.
Conditions Occupational Therapy Can Help With
Occupational therapy supports children with a wide range of needs, including sensory processing disorder, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD and attention challenges, developmental delay and coordination difficulties, feeding challenges, handwriting and fine-motor delays, and emotional-regulation difficulties. Many Bethesda-area clinics also offer evaluations and developmental screenings.
Pediatric Occupational Therapy in the Bethesda Area
Because clinics serving Bethesda are spread across Montgomery County — from Bethesda and Chevy Chase to Kensington, Potomac, and Darnestown — many offer clinic-based, in-home, and school-based sessions. When comparing providers, consider their specialties, the ages they serve, session settings, and insurance or out-of-network policies.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find an occupational therapist in Bethesda, MD?
Browse the occupational therapy clinics listed on this page, each serving Bethesda and the surrounding Montgomery County area. Review their specialties and contact details, then reach out to the clinics that best match your child's needs to ask about availability, evaluations, and insurance.
What does occupational therapy treat?
Pediatric occupational therapy helps children build the skills they need for everyday life — fine and gross motor coordination, handwriting, sensory processing and self-regulation, feeding, motor planning, visual-perceptual skills, and independence with daily routines.
Does occupational therapy help with autism?
Yes. OTs frequently support autistic children with sensory processing, emotional regulation, motor planning, feeding, and daily-living skills. Several Bethesda-area clinics listed here have specific training and experience with autism spectrum support.
Does occupational therapy help adults?
Occupational therapy serves people of all ages, though many clinics in the Bethesda area focus on pediatrics. If you're seeking adult OT, contact the clinic directly to confirm they serve adults before scheduling.
What should I look for in an OT clinic?
Consider the therapists' credentials and training, the conditions and ages they specialize in, whether they offer clinic, home, or school-based sessions, insurance and out-of-network policies, and availability for an evaluation. The listings above summarize each clinic's focus to help you compare.
Does insurance cover occupational therapy?
Coverage varies by plan and provider. Some clinics are in-network, while others are out of network and will verify your benefits and submit claims on your behalf. Ask each clinic about insurance and payment options during intake.
Do I need a referral for occupational therapy?
It depends on your insurance and the clinic. Some plans require a physician referral for OT, while others allow you to self-refer. Check with your insurer and confirm with the clinic when you schedule an evaluation.
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