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Occupational Therapy Providers in Chicago
📍 3021 N Sheffield Ave
📍 225 E. Chicago Ave
📍 5900 N Winthrop Ave
📍 331 West Surf Street
📍 1765 N Elston Ave
📍 5505 N Cumberland Ave (Park Ridge location)
📍 1422 W Willow St
📍 1765 N Elston Ave
📍 2121 N Clybourn Ave
📍 1528 N Elston Ave (main Chicago office for scheduling/in-home services)
Midwest Wellness Center Associates (Chicago location)
What to Look For in Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapists help children with autism develop fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-care abilities, and the skills needed for daily activities like eating, dressing, and handwriting.
- ✓Sensory integration training
- ✓Experience with autism spectrum disorders
- ✓Sensory gym or appropriate equipment
- ✓Home program recommendations
- ✓Collaboration with school and other therapists
Insurance: Most health insurance covers occupational therapy. Schools provide OT through IEPs. Regional Centers may fund OT for eligible children.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does occupational therapy address?▾
How is sensory processing disorder treated?▾
Does my child need OT if they're already in ABA?▾
Can OT help with picky eating?▾
Illinois Resources
Funding Sources
Medicaid/State Program
Contact your state's Medicaid agency for autism-related services and waiver programs.
Private Insurance
Many states mandate autism coverage. Check your plan's benefits.
School District (IEP)
Free Appropriate Public Education for children ages 3-22 with disabilities.
Early Intervention
Federally mandated services for children 0-3 with developmental delays.