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Occupational Therapy

Our Occupational Therapy services help patients of all ages develop the skills they need for daily living. From autism support to concussion recovery, Hallie Sparks, OTR/L provides personalized care that makes a real difference in quality of life.

All
Ages Served
30-60
Min Sessions
OTR/L
Licensed Therapist
Client-Centered
Treatment Plans
Overview

What Is Occupational Therapy?

Occupational Therapy is a healthcare profession that helps people of all ages participate in the activities that are important to them. Whether it's helping a child with autism develop social skills, assisting an older adult with balance and fall prevention, or supporting someone recovering from a concussion, OT focuses on enabling meaningful participation in daily life.

Our Specialties

Areas of Focus

Autism Support

Helping individuals with ASD develop daily living skills, sensory processing, and social participation

Emotional Regulation

Building coping skills, self-regulation, and emotional resilience in children and adolescents

Geriatric Care

Balance training, fall prevention, and strength building to maintain independence

Concussion Recovery

Comprehensive programs to restore cognitive function and return to daily activities safely

Child Development

Assisting children in reaching developmental milestones and improving skills for play, learning, self-care, and social participation

Sensory Integration

Supporting ability to process and respond to sensory input to improve attention, coordination, and daily functioning

Occupational Therapy session with Hallie Sparks
Meet Your Therapist

Hallie Sparks, OTR/L

Hallie Sparks is a licensed Occupational Therapist with specialized training in pediatric care, autism spectrum disorders, and neurological rehabilitation. Her patient-centered approach focuses on understanding each individual's unique needs and goals.

With experience working with patients from toddlers to seniors, Hallie creates engaging, therapeutic activities that help build skills while keeping sessions fun and motivating. She works closely with families to ensure skills learned in therapy carry over to home and school.

Olive Hill
Location
All Ages
Patients Served
Services

What We Treat

Developmental

Developmental Delays
Sensory Processing
Fine Motor Skills
Handwriting
Self-Care Skills

Emotional & Behavioral

Anxiety Management
Coping Skills
Social Skills
Behavioral Challenges
Self-Esteem Building

Geriatric

Strength Training
Home Safety
Adaptive Equipment
Memory Support
Daily Living Skills

Neurological

Cognitive Rehabilitation
Visual Processing
Return to School/Work
Stroke Recovery
Brain Injury
Comprehensive Care

Areas of Occupation

Occupational therapy can address all areas of occupation. Our services help individuals of all ages and abilities participate in desired occupations through the therapeutic use of daily activities.

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

  • Bathing/Showering
  • Toileting and toilet hygiene
  • Dressing
  • Eating and swallowing
  • Feeding
  • Functional mobility
  • Personal hygiene and grooming
  • Sexual activity

Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs)

  • Care of others
  • Care of pets and animals
  • Child rearing
  • Communication management
  • Driving and community mobility
  • Financial management
  • Home establishment and management
  • Meal preparation and cleanup
  • Religious and spiritual expression
  • Safety and emergency maintenance
  • Shopping

Health Management

  • Social and emotional health promotion and maintenance
  • Symptom and condition management
  • Communication with the health care system
  • Medication management
  • Physical activity
  • Nutrition management
  • Personal care device management

Rest and Sleep

  • Rest
  • Sleep preparation
  • Sleep participation

Education

  • Formal education participation
  • Informal personal educational needs or interests exploration
  • Informal educational participation

Work

  • Employment interests and pursuits
  • Employment seeking and acquisition
  • Job performance and maintenance
  • Retirement preparation and adjustment
  • Volunteer exploration
  • Volunteer participation

Play

  • Play exploration
  • Play participation

Leisure

  • Leisure exploration
  • Leisure participation

Social Participation

  • Community participation
  • Family participation
  • Friendships
  • Intimate partner relationships
  • Peer group participation
Patient Reviews

What Patients Say About Hallie

5.0 rating from verified patients

"Hallie is the best. She is so caring with my little one, she checks in on him and always has the best resources to further his development - she definitely goes above and beyond!"

Blake G.

May 2026

"Hallie has been wonderful, have been meeting with her for the past six weeks over a thumb injury. She has great experience and knowledge of occupational therapy. My thumb is healing quickly and I'm getting my motion back in it."

David B.

May 2026

"Hallie is so kind and nurturing. My son looks forward to his OT visits each week and thinks she hung the moon!"

Oakes S.

March 2026

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Get Started

Take the First Step

Whether you're seeking help for yourself, your child, or an aging parent, our Occupational Therapy services can make a meaningful difference. Schedule an evaluation with Hallie Sparks to learn how OT can help achieve your goals.

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