Occupational Therapy in Las Vegas, NV

Last updated: July 1, 2026

439 NPI-registered pediatric occupational therapy providers serve Las Vegas, NV. Each listing includes the provider's name, location, specialties, listed credentials, and current new-patient status, with a link to the full profile and to verify the provider in the official NBCOT registry. Listings refreshed from the NPPES registry July 2026.

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Occupational Therapy in Las Vegas, NV

Pediatric occupational therapy in Las Vegas helps children build the everyday skills that are not clicking yet: handwriting and pencil grip, dressing and self-care, tolerating busy or noisy places, and staying regulated through a school day. Families often arrive after a teacher raises a handwriting or attention concern, after a pattern of sensory meltdowns, or alongside an autism or ADHD evaluation. FindKidTherapy lists NPI-registered pediatric OTs across the Las Vegas valley, with clinics in Summerlin, Henderson, Spring Valley, and the North Las Vegas and Enterprise areas.

Occupational therapy helps children do the everyday occupations that matter to them: playing, learning, dressing, eating, writing, and managing big feelings. A pediatric occupational therapist looks at the building-block skills behind those activities, like hand strength, coordination, balance, sensory processing, and self-regulation, and helps a child develop them in ways that feel like play.

Southern Nevada's pediatric OT supply is thinner than in many comparably sized metros, and the region has no freestanding standalone children's hospital, so it is worth asking each clinic what it specializes in and how soon it can see your child. Some Las Vegas OTs have dedicated sensory gyms; others focus on fine-motor and school-readiness skills or feed into feeding therapy. Hospital-affiliated rehab programs at Sunrise Children's Hospital and UMC Children's Hospital tend to carry the longest waits, while solo practices generally move fastest.

In Nevada, occupational therapists are licensed by the Nevada State Board of Occupational Therapy, and most pediatric OTs hold the OTR/L credential, meaning they passed the national NBCOT certification exam and carry an active state license. A typical path is a 60 to 90 minute evaluation followed by weekly sessions, with the therapist sending home activities so progress carries into daily routines. For children under three, Nevada Early Intervention Services can deliver OT in your home while you wait. Below are the occupational therapy providers currently active in Las Vegas.

What to expect

The evaluation looks at fine motor, sensory processing, self-care, and play. You will get a written plan with goals, and treatment starts at the next visit. A sensory gym with swings and climbing equipment is normal and therapeutic, not just play.

Insurance

Nevada Medicaid covers medically necessary OT for children under 21 (EPSDT). As of January 2026, Clark County Medicaid managed-care plans include Health Plan of Nevada, Anthem, SilverSummit Healthplan, Molina Healthcare, and CareSource. Commercial plans usually require prior authorization after the evaluation and may cap annual OT visits, so verify your plan's OT benefit before the first visit.

Start sooner if under 3

Nevada Early Intervention Services (NEIS), the state's Part C system under the Aging and Disability Services Division, provides OT to children from birth to age 3, often in-home. Statewide intake is 1-800-522-0066 and the Southern Nevada referral line is (702) 486-9200. You can self-refer, and a service plan is developed within 45 days of an eligibility decision.

Licensing in Nevada

Pediatric OTs in Nevada are licensed by the Nevada State Board of Occupational Therapy. The OTR/L credential reflects the national NBCOT certification exam on top of the state license. You can confirm any therapist's active license through the board.

Frequently asked questions — Occupational Therapy in Las Vegas, NV

What does pediatric occupational therapy actually help with?

Pediatric OT helps children with fine motor skills (handwriting, cutting, buttons), sensory processing, self-care and daily-living skills, and the regulation needed to participate at school. In Las Vegas, families often pursue OT after a teacher flags handwriting or attention, or alongside an autism or ADHD evaluation.

What is the difference between occupational therapy and physical therapy for kids?

Physical therapy focuses on gross motor skills such as walking, balance, strength, and coordination. Occupational therapy focuses on fine-motor and functional daily skills, sensory processing, and self-care. Some children see both. If you are unsure which your child needs, an OT or PT evaluation can point you in the right direction, and many Las Vegas families coordinate the two.

Does Nevada Medicaid cover occupational therapy in Las Vegas?

Yes. Nevada Medicaid covers medically necessary OT for children under 21 under the EPSDT mandate. As of January 2026, Clark County managed-care plans include Health Plan of Nevada, Anthem, SilverSummit Healthplan, Molina Healthcare, and CareSource. Commercial plans typically require prior authorization after the evaluation, and some cap the number of annual visits.

Why does my child's OT use swings and climbing equipment?

A sensory gym with swings, ball pits, and climbing equipment is standard pediatric OT. Movement-based activities help children with sensory processing and motor planning, and play is the natural way children build these skills. It looks like fun because engagement is part of how OT works.

Can occupational therapy help with handwriting specifically?

Yes. Handwriting difficulties are one of the most common reasons children are referred to OT. A therapist assesses grip, hand strength, visual-motor skills, and posture, then works on the underlying skills rather than just drilling letters. Many Las Vegas OTs offer school-readiness and handwriting-focused programs.

How soon can my child start OT in Las Vegas?

It depends on the provider and your child's age. For children under three, Nevada Early Intervention Services develops a service plan within 45 days of an eligibility decision, often faster than a private wait-list. For private clinics, availability varies by location, so calling a few providers to compare openings is the fastest way to know. Solo practices generally have more flexibility than hospital-affiliated programs.

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Purnima Radheshwar, OTR/L

Quianna Willard, OTR/L

Rachel Ballard, OTR/L

Rachel Louvier, OTR/L

Rachel Mez

Rahul Sharma

Rebekah Caballero-Perez

Reginald Mitchell, OTR/L

Renee Dipuccio, OTR/L

Reymundo Macababbad, OTR/L

Rhoselyn Warren, OTR/L

Richard Ching, OTR

Rita Villalon

Rivka Anderson, OTR/L

Robert Figgins, OTR/L

Ronald Kandell, CLO, EMHO, NHA, LHCN

Rosalee Howell, OTR

Roy Gingrich, OT

Ryan Hua

Sabrina Gowette, OT

Samantha Nicole Santiago, OTR/L

Sandra Fried, OTR/L

Sandy Kuoch

Sandy Yesnick, ORTL

Sarah Kang

Sebastian Cheung

Shaina Chamblin, OTD, OTR/L

Shaina Loveland

Shaina Meyer, OTR/L

Shane O'Shea, OTR

Shanise Alexander

Shannon Olivero-Chew, O.T

Shauna Marr, OTD, OTR/L

Sheila Marquez, OTR

Sheila Rustad

Shelley Bolor, OT

Shelley Louthan, OTR/L

Sheryll Collings, OTR/L

Shirley Ng

Sierra Baumann, OTD

Skye Woods, OTR

Stacey Schnebelen, OTRL

Stacy Stotesbery

Stefanie Howard, MOT, OTR/L

Steffani Takahashi, OTR

Stephanie Pineda

Stephen Rankin, OTR

Sue Kim, OTR/L

Susan Dressler-Kalberer, O.T

Susan Kaiser, OTR/L

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