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Occupational Therapy

KDC provides community-based occupational therapy services for participants who have therapeutic need. Participants will work with a licensed occupational therapist (OT) to address client-centered goals that support functional improvements in their daily life. The OT uses the movement of the horse and a variety of activities on or off the horse to improve functional skills that are important for every-day life.

 

We incorporate hippotherapy concepts into our therapy sessions which is the use of a horse's movement as a therapy tool.

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This service requires a doctor's referral and medical form prior to participation. 

What Occupational Therapy can address

Who we serve

We serve anyone age 2 and above who have challenges with participation in everyday activities or functional skills. Some populations we serve include those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, ADHD, Muscular Dystrophy's, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Multiple Sclerosis, and more! If you qualify for outpatient occupational therapy services, we can provide services!

Benefits of OT incorporating hippotherapy

Physical

  • Strengthens core muscles and improves posture

  • improves balance and coordination

  • Enhances muscle tone and body control

  • Encourages motor planning (the ability to think about and carry out movements)

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Daily Living Skills

  • Builds the foundation for everyday tasks like:

  • Getting dressed

  • Using utensils

  • Writing and school activities

  • Encourages use of both sides of the body (bilateral coordination)

  • Improves hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills

Psychosocial

  • Increases confidence and independence

  • Reduces anxiety through natural, calming movement

  • Builds trust and connection—with the therapist, the horse, and others

  • Creates a sense of accomplishment in a fun, engaging way

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Sensory and Cognitive

  • Provides calming or alerting input to support sensory regulation

  • Helps children respond better to touch, sound, and movement

  • Improves attention, focus, and body awareness

  • Supports development of problem-solving and sequencing skills

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Cost

We currently operate on a self-pay basis but plan to accept insurance in the future. We are considered an out-of-network outpatient provider for occupational therapy. We can provide families with a superbill for those seeking reimbursement. 

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45 minute session: Sliding scale from $80-120 per visit 

We offer scholarships as needed. Please indicate a need on your application. 

Enrollment and billing is based on 6-12 week sessions according to our program calendar. 

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