Whole Child Handwriting

OT-Informed Tutoring with Emily, a Licensed Occupational Therapist Specializing in Autism and Special Needs

Empowering children to improve their fine-motor skills, self-expression, and confidence.

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Child happily practicing handwriting

As an Occupational Therapist with nearly 20 years of experience, I combine proven handwriting strategies with a deep understanding of developmental milestones—especially for children on the autism spectrum and other special needs. Each session targets letter formation, grip, posture, and sensory integration, all tailored to your child's unique strengths.

One-on-One Sessions Customized to Your Child

Every session is tailored to your child's specific needs, learning style, and sensory preferences. I take the time to understand what works best for your child.

Emphasis on Fine-Motor, Sensory, and Postural Skills

My approach addresses the underlying skills that impact handwriting, not just the letters themselves. This creates lasting improvement and confidence.

Fun, Engaging Activities and Positive Reinforcement

Sessions are designed to be enjoyable and rewarding. I use games, multisensory activities, and positive reinforcement to keep children motivated.

Regular Progress Updates & Collaborative Feedback

I provide detailed progress reports and work closely with you to ensure we're meeting your child's goals. Your input is essential to our success.

My approach combines occupational therapy expertise with personalized handwriting instruction

Pencil Grip Training

Pencil Grip Training

Letter Formation

Letter Formation

Sensory Integration

Sensory Integration

Fine Motor Skills

Fine Motor Skills

Visual Perception

Visual Perception

Posture & Positioning

Posture & Positioning

Portrait of Emily

I'm Emily, a licensed Occupational Therapist with a bachelor's in Child Psychology and a master's in Occupational Therapy from the University of Minnesota. For nearly two decades, I've worked with children on the autism spectrum and those with various learning or developmental challenges.

My passion lies in helping kids unlock their full potential through hands-on, supportive, and joyful learning experiences. I believe that handwriting isn't just about neat letters—it's about confidence, self-expression, and setting a solid foundation for academic success.

I specialize in working with children who have autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, dysgraphia, developmental coordination disorder, and sensory processing challenges. My approach is gentle, patient, and always focused on celebrating progress, no matter how small.

When I'm not tutoring, you can find me exploring local parks, reading about the latest research in pediatric OT, or enjoying time with my family.

Licensed OT
20 Years Experience
Autism Specialist
M.S. Occupational Therapy

Hear from parents about their children's progress and experience.

Parent of 7-year-old

"Emily's understanding of my son's autism challenges made all the difference. She turned handwriting from a struggle into a game he actually looks forward to!"

Parent of 7-year-old
Parent of 9-year-old

"Before working with Emily, my daughter hated writing and would get frustrated easily. Now her confidence has soared, and she's proud of her neat letters!"

Parent of 9-year-old
Parent of 8-year-old

"As a parent of a child with sensory processing issues, finding the right support is challenging. Emily's expertise and patience have been transformative for my son."

Parent of 8-year-old
Parent of 6-year-old

"Emily's approach is so different from other tutors we've tried. She understands the unique needs of children on the spectrum and makes learning fun and stress-free."

Parent of 6-year-old

After handwriting sample
After
Before handwriting sample
Before

Inconsistent letter formation and spacing

Improved letter formation and consistent spacing

After 8 sessions, this 7-year-old student showed remarkable improvement in letter consistency and spacing.

B
Before Our Sessions

  • Inconsistent letter size and alignment
  • Difficulty maintaining proper spacing
  • Improper pencil grip causing hand fatigue
  • Frustration and avoidance of writing tasks

A
After Our Sessions

  • Consistent letter size and proper alignment
  • Even spacing between words and letters
  • Improved pencil grip and reduced fatigue
  • Increased confidence and willingness to write

Samples shared with parental permission. Results vary based on individual needs and practice.

Have questions or want to book a session? I handle all inquiries personally—no large office staff, just me.

Contact Me Directly

Email

emily@wholechildhandwriting.com

Phone

(XXX) XXX-XXXX

What to Expect
  • 1

    Free 15-minute consultation to discuss your child's needs

  • 2

    Initial assessment to understand your child's unique challenges and strengths

  • 3

    Customized plan tailored to your child's specific needs and learning style

  • 4

    Regular sessions with ongoing feedback and progress updates

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