In-Clinic Therapy
In-clinic therapy provides opportunities to support children's development and learning through individualized, play-based interventions.
Comprehensive Assessments
In-depth evaluation of your child's abilities, challenges, and overall development.
Individualized Treatment
Regular one-on-one sessions tailored to your child's unique needs and goals.
Small Group Sessions (1:2)
Paired sessions with one other child to support social interaction and peer learning.
Virtual Therapy / Telehealth
Parent / Caregiver Consultations
Collaborative and education-focused sessions that support open communication and goal development.
Virtual OT Intervention
Regular online sessions including direct treatment with your child and/or parent coaching.
Therapy at Home, School & Community
Receive occupational therapy services in the environments that matter most to your child.
By working in familiar settings, we provide personalized and meaningful intervention that supports real-life skill development and everyday routines.
What a pediatric occupational therapist helps with
Occupational therapy (OT) supports children and youth in developing the skills they need for everyday life, including play, learning, self-care, movement, and social participation. Areas we commonly support include:
- Fine and gross motor skills, and daily routines such as dressing, eating, and handwriting
- Sensory processing
- Self-regulation and emotional regulation
- Executive functioning and school participation
- Social participation
- Support for children with ADHD
- Support for children with autism
Where we see children
Our clinic is at Unit 240 – 10151 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC. Services are also offered through home, school, and community-based visits across the Lower Mainland, and through virtual therapy.
Our therapists are approved or supervised by the Registry of Autism Service Providers (RASP) and are fully licensed and registered with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia (CHCPBC). Our team speaks English and Cantonese, and our office can also help in Mandarin.
Before you book
Do I need a doctor's referral for occupational therapy?
No, a doctor's referral is not required. Families can contact VanKids directly to book an assessment or consultation.
What age range do you serve?
We work with children and youth from early childhood through adolescence (ages 2–19).
Is therapy covered by insurance?
Families may use their extended health benefits to help cover the cost of occupational therapy services, provided that their specific insurance plan includes occupational therapy coverage.
We work with clients who have coverage through insurers such as Manulife and Sun Life, as well as other extended health insurance providers. Coverage and reimbursement amounts vary depending on the individual plan.
Families are encouraged to confirm their OT coverage directly with their insurance provider before beginning services.
What should we expect in the first visit?
The first visit is a play-based, rapport-building assessment. We observe your child during natural play and structured activities while also speaking with caregivers about your concerns, goals, and priorities.