Occupational Therapy in Brampton
What Is Occupational Therapy?
Sahara Health provides Occupational Therapy (OT) assessment and treatment sessions for children and youth. Pediatric occupational therapy (OT) helps children build the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional skills they need for everyday life. From tying shoelaces to focusing in class, our therapists work with families to make daily tasks easier, more enjoyable, and achievable.
Who do we help?
Our pediatric OT supports children of all ages, from toddlers to teens, with:
Developmental Delays – reaching milestones like crawling, walking, and self-feeding
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) – improving social interaction, communication, and sensory regulation
ADHD & Attention Challenges – boosting focus, organization, and classroom participation
Sensory Processing Difficulties – helping children feel calm, safe, and confident in their environments
Fine & Gross Motor Delays – skills like handwriting, coordination, and balance
Feeding & Self-Care Challenges – learning independence in dressing, eating, and grooming
Every child deserves to feel capable in their daily routines—whether it’s tying their shoes, using a pencil, or staying focused in class.
Our pediatric occupational therapist uses creative, play-based activities to help children develop the motor, sensory, and emotional skills they need to succeed at home, at school, and beyond.
Functional Skills Training
At Sahara Health, our occupational therapists focus on helping pts build and restore the skills needed for everyday life. Through goal-oriented and activity-based interventions, we help pts improve independence and confidence in meaningful daily tasks such as self-care, school, and work activities.
Sensory & Motor Integration
Our therapists use evidence-based sensory and motor techniques to support regulation, coordination, and body awareness. By combining movement and play-based activities, we help pts develop the foundational skills needed for focus, emotional control, and successful participation in daily routines.
Education & Collaboration
We believe that education and collaboration are essential parts of the therapeutic process. By empowering pts and families with practical strategies, home programs, and personalized recommendations, we ensure consistent support across all environments and promote lasting progress in each pt’s daily life.
Our Occupational Therapist
Harjot Shoker
Harjot Shoker is a Registered Occupational Therapist with a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Toronto. Her journey into OT began with a love for health and helping others — and once she saw how occupational therapy could empower kids and families to thrive, she was hooked!
Harjot has a special passion for pediatric and neurorehabilitation, helping little ones (and grown-ups too!) build confidence, coordination, and independence through play-based, engaging therapy sessions. Whether it’s improving focus, mastering motor skills, or supporting recovery after an injury, she blends fun, creativity, and evidence-based techniques like sensory integration, vestibular-ocular therapy, and vibration therapy to make every session meaningful.
Fluent in English, Punjabi, and Hindi, Harjot connects effortlessly with families from all backgrounds. Her sessions are full of encouragement, laughter, and progress — helping children reach their goals while feeling supported every step of the way.
The assessment fee is inclusive of:
A parent intake to learn more about your child and discuss areas of strength and concern
In clinic assessment including formal and informal assessment measures
Detailed report with recommendations
Our services are eligible through private extended health care insurance as well as the Ontario Autism Program core clinical services funding.
Occupational Therapy FAQs
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Sessions are engaging and play-based! Activities are designed to look like fun games but are actually structured to build skills such as motor coordination, balance, attention, and emotional regulation. Parents often receive simple strategies to continue supporting their child’s progress at home.
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Session length and frequency depend on your child’s needs and goals. Most sessions last 30–60 minutes, typically once or twice per week. After the initial assessment, your therapist will recommend a personalized treatment plan.
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Absolutely! Parent involvement is key. Our therapist may invite you to observe part of the session, discuss progress afterward, and provide tips or home exercises to help your child continue building skills between visits.
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We work with children from toddlers to teens — supporting developmental milestones, school readiness, and functional independence through every stage of growth.
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Our therapist uses a variety of evidence-based approaches including:
Sensory integration activities
Vestibular and balance training
Fine and gross motor skill development
Handwriting and visual-motor integration exercises
Self-regulation and emotional coping strategies
Each plan is customized to meet your child’s specific needs and interests.
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Yes! Occupational therapy can absolutely be used alongside other medical or therapeutic treatments. In fact, it often works best that way. Many children benefit from a collaborative approach, where OT complements care from professionals such as physiotherapists, speech-language pathologists, psychologists, pediatricians, or chiropractors.
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Yes! Upon request, we can provide progress reports or collaborate with teachers, pediatricians, or other therapists to support your child’s success at school and home.
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Many extended health plans cover OT services, though coverage varies by provider. We’re happy to help you check your benefits and assist with direct billing whenever possible.
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You can book an initial assessment where our therapist will meet your child, discuss your goals, and design a personalized treatment plan. From there, we’ll schedule regular sessions to support your child’s growth and progress.