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THERAPY

Childhood is a tapestry woven from many connected threads, and at Connected Therapy, we embrace the significance of connection in every sense of the word. We believe that human connection is the thread that ties together a child’s world from their earliest moments of life, shaping how they move, think, feel, and relate. As pediatric occupational therapists, we use connection to support all areas of development: motor skills, self-care, sensory processing, emotional regulation, social understanding, and emerging aspects of executive functioning.

THE POWER OF CONNECTION

Our favorite experts in relational neuroscience confirm what we see every day: We are wired for connection. Safe, attuned relationships create the foundation for meaningful growth, whether a child is working on body control and coordination; relating and reasoning; play skills or perspective-taking; feeding, frustration-tolerance, or fine-motor function - whatever they need to thrive in daily life.

Our home-based occupational therapy services in Richmond, Virginia, meet each child and family where they are, literally and figuratively, offering creative, individualized care that’s rooted in respect, guided by your child’s unique strengths and goals, and grounded in real-life function. We recognize every child’s drive to connect, even when it’s hidden beneath challenging behavior, and we help families tap into that drive to support lasting change. We’re here to help your child and your family grow, connect, and thrive.

OUR SERVICES

HOME-BASED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY & PARENT COACHING

Personalized sessions in your child’s natural environment - designed to support sensory processing, motor development, feeding, emotional regulation, and other functional skills, all grounded in respect, relationship, and real-life routines. Services may take place at home, in the community, or through participation in our nature-based group sessions that foster social connection through shared play and movement.

SKILLS GROUPS

Every session includes support for you, too. We partner with parents and caregivers to help deepen understanding, strengthen connection, and build practical strategies for everyday life. This collaborative approach is woven into all services, including our social groups, where parents are sometimes invited to observe or join in.

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS HAVE TO SAY

"Holly and Connected Therapy was an essential addition to my son’s eating development.  Right off the bat she put me at ease as she worked with Callum to progress his chewing and swallowing skills.  She reduced the time he spent gagging and/or choking by improving his oral motor skills through sensory input, corrective strategies, and play.  As we live outside the local area, Holly coordinated an eval site in the community and followed up with care by joining Callum in his familiar daycare setting and also worked through a couple videos I recorded at home.  Through her knowledge, tools, and holistic approach to oral motor skills being tied to gross motor skills, Callum is now chewing and swallowing, effectively, everything he can get his hands on regardless of the texture or consistency!   We’re looking forward to celebrating his first birthday at the end of the month without the concern of his ability to eat his cake!   Thank you, Holly!"

- Carmel, mother of 1-year old
Korey Torres
"Holly is a dedicated and gifted occupational therapist. She took the time to get to really get to know and understand our son, and kept us as parents informed and motivated. It was clear that she genuinely cared about the well-being of our son, and took the whole family into consideration with her realistic solutions. She is a great listener, empathetic, and really makes you feel heard. Our son looked forward to his sessions with her, and still asks for her! I can’t say enough positive things about her. She truly changed our lives."

- Jessica, mother of a 7-year old
Terry Dennis
"Holly’s expertise in trauma-informed occupational therapy was a game-changer for our family, especially for our almost 2-year-old son, who faced immense challenges following months of family and medical trauma. Initially unfamiliar with this approach, I am now a staunch advocate, thanks to Holly’s remarkable impact. She adeptly identified and addressed his anxiety using the safe and sound protocol, significantly easing his nervous system. Her interventions, which included social stories tailored to our life’s significant events, not only became our son’s favorite books but also equipped him with essential social skills and coping mechanisms. Holly’s year-long journey with us transformed our son’s life, aiding his development in sleep, social interaction, and storytelling in ways that were both effective and age-appropriate. Holly’s dedication and skill in helping our son reclaim his narrative and find new ways to cope has been nothing short of miraculous."

- Eliza, mother of a 3-year old
Katy Gilmore

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