Reason for Referral
Crying, and Separation issues
Decreased vocalizations
Limited interest in age appropriate toys
Not holding bottle or difficulties with finger feeding
Difficulties engaging or inconsistent engaging
Difficulties attending to you
Difficulties with sleep, eating, and elimination
Hypersensitivity to light, sound, noise, touch, or movement
Difficulties with crowds
Indifference
Irritability
Poor registration of pain
Prematurity
Developmental delay
Adoptions from Foster Care
Hospitalization
Known neurological issues
Entering pre-schoolers (18 months – 3 years)
Avoidant or hypersensitivity of touch, hands dirty, hugs, tags or socks
Avoidant or resistant to peer play
Biting
Choosing clothes by how they feel rather than the appearance
Decreased eye contact
Difficulties managing separation
Difficulties sitting in circle time
Difficulties with transitions or change in routine
Difficulties imitating gestures for communication or songs
Hypersensitivity to sound/noise
Irritability
Movement; bumps/bruises
Not using fork or spoon
Picky eaters
Preference to play alone
Temper tantrums
Throwing
Rule out and/or diagnosis of Autism
Illness or hospitalization or frequent travel of parents
Pre-Schoolers (2-5 years)
Avoidance of playground equipment
Biting
Clumsiness
Difficulties adapting to new environments or routines
Difficulties with attention
Difficulties with flexibility
Difficulties on the playground
Difficulties sitting in circle time
Difficulties socializing
Difficulties standing in line
Difficulties with drawing
Difficulties with fine motor skills including toys or use of pencil and crayons
Difficulties with peers either avoidant or resistant
Difficulties with potty training
Difficulties with sleep
Difficulties with transitions or change in routine
Easily frustrated
Going from one toy to another
Limited repertoire of play when choosing play centers
Over focused attention
Picky eaters
Playing alone or on the periphery
Temper tantrums
Throwing
Unaware of obstacles in environment
Frequent travel
Illness/hospitalization/loss of parents
Kindergarten (5-6 years)
Avoidance of organized sports
Avoidant or resistant to peers
Clumsiness
Difficulties in fine motor skills
Difficulties sitting in chair
Difficulties managing transitions or change in routine
Difficulties tying shoes
Difficulties in drawing
Easily frustrated
Handwriting
Not able to manage the rules in a game
Elementary School (6+ years)
Avoidance of organized sports
Decreased attention
Decreased flexibility and adaptability
Decreased time management
Difficulties getting and staying quiet
Difficulties in fine motor skills
Difficulties in school
Handwriting
Increased activity level
Taking a long time to complete work
Who refers?
Parents • Pediatricians • Pediatric Neurologists • Physical Therapists • Psychologists • Speech Therapists • Teachers
The Practice
We are conveniently located in Coral Gables, FL with ample street parking. The setup of the office includes a waiting room, playroom, and a playground room with hooks for hanging equipment.
Lois Gold OTR, PA – OT Kids
156 Almeria Avenue Suite 205
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Multi-disciplinary Team
My colleagues in the community serve as resources for my clients so that care can be closely coordinated.