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.
Canyon Kids Pediatric Occupational Therapy
Verified clinic- 4833 Rugby Ave #500, Bethesda, MD 20814
- (301) 523-0902
- canyonkids.com
- Pediatric occupational therapy: sensory integration & processing, feeding therapy, fine & gross motor development, motor planning & praxis, handwriting & visual-perceptual-motor skills, vestibular & balance, and emotional regulation & executive functioning; plus OT evaluations, developmental screenings (preschool through 1st grade), and the Safe and Sound Protocol.
- What they're known for: Canyon Kids is a pediatric occupational therapy practice in Bethesda, Maryland, serving families across Montgomery County, Prince George's County, and Washington, DC. Founded by Christine Sproat, MA, OTR/L, the practice specializes in sensory processing, motor planning, emotional regulation, feeding, and handwriting. Sessions are play-based and evidence-driven, delivered in a dedicated sensory gym, with school, home, and community-based sessions available. Therapists hold advanced training in sensory integration, neurodevelopmental treatment, SOS Approach to Feeding, Handwriting Without Tears, Zones of Regulation, DIRFloortime, and the Safe and Sound Protocol. Appointments are available seven days a week. The practice is out of network for all insurance plans and will verify out-of-network benefits and submit claims on the family's behalf.
- 4300 Montgomery Ave, Suite 303, Bethesda, MD 20814
- (301) 652-7800
- steppingstonestherapy.com
- Pediatric occupational and speech-language therapy: fine and gross motor skills, motor planning, handwriting, visual-spatial and sensory integration, attention and auditory processing, plus social skills groups.
- What they're known for: A pediatric occupational and speech therapy practice in Bethesda, Maryland, treating sensory integration, motor planning, handwriting, and social skills alongside articulation, apraxia, and language. Maryland-licensed therapists with PROMPT and oral-motor training.
- 16230 Bellingham Dr, Darnestown, MD 20874
- (240) 261-6833
- capitalot.com
- Private pediatric occupational therapy for children ages 2–15, delivered at home, school, or an outdoor barn with animal-assisted therapy; sensory processing, motor planning, and self-regulation.
- What they're known for: A private pediatric OT practice serving NW DC, Chevy Chase, Bethesda, Potomac, Darnestown, and Gaithersburg. Play-based therapy for sensory processing, autism, ADHD, learning differences, and coordination — including animal-assisted sessions with therapy goats.
- Potomac, MD
- (410) 937-9579
- thepointot.com
- In-school and in-home pediatric occupational therapy: evaluation, sensory processing and integration, fine and gross motor development, self-regulation, handwriting, executive functioning, school readiness, and feeding therapy.
- What they're known for: A mobile pediatric OT practice based in Potomac, serving Montgomery, Frederick, and Anne Arundel Counties, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia. In-school and in-home therapy for sensory processing, motor development, self-regulation, handwriting, and feeding.
- 5268A Nicholson Lane, Kensington, MD 20895
- (301) 770-5437
- mocomc.com
- Pediatric occupational, physical, and speech-language therapy across Montgomery County; sensory processing and integration, motor development, feeding, and developmental support from infancy through school age.
- What they're known for: A multidisciplinary pediatric therapy center in Kensington serving Rockville, Bethesda, Silver Spring, Wheaton, Olney, Potomac, and greater Montgomery County. OT, PT, and speech for autism, cerebral palsy, ADHD, sensory processing, and feeding.
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.
How to Choose an Occupational Therapist in Bethesda
The right OT depends on your child's goals, your schedule, and how you plan to pay. Four things are worth checking before you book an evaluation.
- Check the license. Occupational therapists in Maryland are licensed by the Maryland Board of Occupational Therapy Practice, and you can confirm any therapist's status yourself on the board's license verification site. An occupational therapist will hold OTR/L; an assistant holds COTA/L and works under an OT's supervision.
- Match the specialty to the need. Pediatric OT is broad. Sensory integration, feeding, handwriting, and motor planning are different bodies of training, and a clinic strong in one is not automatically strong in another. Ask what specific training the therapist who would see your child has.
- Ask how progress will be measured. A clear answer names the assessment, when it will be repeated, and what a plateau would mean for the plan.
- Settle the money before the first session. Many Bethesda practices are out of network. Ask whether the clinic verifies out-of-network benefits and submits claims for you, or whether you file yourself, and what an evaluation costs before any insurance is applied.
Questions to ask during a consultation
- What is your experience with my child’s diagnosis?
- How will you set and track goals?
- How often will sessions be, and for how long?
- How do you involve parents?
- What happens if we don’t see progress?
Occupational Therapy Resources in Bethesda
- Montgomery County Infants and Toddlers Program Free early intervention, including OT, for children from birth to 34½ months who are suspected of a developmental delay. Services are delivered in the child's natural environment rather than at a clinic.
- Maryland Infants and Toddlers Program The state program, led by the Maryland State Department of Education, that Montgomery County's is part of.
- Montgomery County Public Schools, Special Education Once a child turns three, school-based OT is provided through an IEP. School OT addresses access to the curriculum, which is a narrower brief than a clinic's — many families use both.
- Children's National Hospital Pediatric evaluations and multidisciplinary clinics, with locations across Montgomery County and the District.
- Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration Service coordination and funding for eligible children and families.
- Maryland Medicaid Covers medically necessary OT for eligible children. Locally it is also called Medical Assistance; HealthChoice is its managed-care side.
Find More Clinics near Bethesda
Bethesda itself is a small catchment, and most of the pediatric OT clinics families here use sit a few minutes away in the rest of Montgomery County. These are the nearest listed practices, with the city each one is actually in:
- MOCO Movement Center — Kensington, MD
- Just For Me OT — Rockville, MD
- Capital Occupational Therapy / The Barnyard — Darnestown, MD
- The Point Occupational Therapy — Potomac, MD
The directory does not yet list speech or physical therapists in Bethesda itself. These cover the state:
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Medical disclaimer. This directory is for general informational purposes. A listing is not an endorsement, referral, or recommendation, and inclusion does not mean we have verified a provider’s credentials, licensure, or insurance. Confirm those directly with the provider before booking.