Pediatric OT evaluation in Westwood, starting with a free 15-minute call
Westwood is in our home-visit area. A video visit works too. Your child plays, and a licensed occupational therapist notices how they move and use their hands. The free 15-minute call is the place to start.
Home or video. School, if the school agrees and a parent signs written consent. A private Westlake Village office, on request.
Children from birth to age 18
No later than three business days after the free call
Maybe a teacher mentioned occupational therapy (OT). Or maybe you have been watching your child at home and wondering. A pediatric OT evaluation in Westwood is a visit built on play, with a licensed therapist. The therapist sees how a child uses their hands and moves. The therapist also sees how a child handles sound, touch, and daily tasks. A written report follows, in clear words. No diagnosis or referral is needed.
Must we travel, and how soon could the evaluation happen?
No. Westwood is in our home-visit area, and you may choose video instead.
The school must say yes, and you must sign written consent, before an evaluation can take place at school. Would a private office suit you better? You can request one, located in Westlake Village on Townsgate Road.
After the free call, the evaluation is no more than three business days away. Phone on a Monday, and your child could be evaluated that Wednesday. To talk it over first, request a free 15-minute call.
Wondering whether OT is the right next step?
A licensed therapist will read what you send. Share what you have noticed, briefly or at length.
To meet at school, the school must agree and a parent must give written consent. Westwood is in our home-visit area. A video visit works too. You can also ask for a private Westlake Village office.
What does my child actually do during a pediatric OT evaluation in Westwood?
The therapist starts by talking with you. Then your child plays while the therapist watches closely.
The therapist may notice how your child grips, reaches, and reacts to textures. Tests that suit your child's age, such as the PDMS-3 or the DTVP-3, can be part of the play itself.
Rachel Yashouafar, MA, OTR/L, who leads each OT evaluation, co-founded Therapy Clubhouse. Allow about 60 to 90 minutes for an OT evaluation, though the time varies with your child's age, the number of areas covered, and the child's day. Our OT evaluation page has more detail.
If my child is under 3, do I stay for the whole evaluation?
Yes. You stay from start to finish when your child is under 3.
Children from birth up to age 18 can be evaluated, so babies are welcome. A toddler may need the visit split into short parts, with rest in between. The therapist usually works with an older child in a separate room.
Hard days happen, and the therapist gives the visit another try at a different time. A child is never meant to feel they are doing something wrong.
What do Westwood Recreation Center and Westwood Pool list for kids?
Aidan's Place, at Westwood Recreation Center, is on the city's list of Universally Accessible Playgrounds. Children of all abilities, the Department of Recreation and Parks says, can play side by side at these playgrounds.
In October 2026, the Westwood Pool's Fall 2026 brochure listed Parent and Child lessons for ages 6 months to 3 years. Ask the pool when its lessons meet.
In October 2026, the Westwood Recreation Center's Fall 2026 classes flyer listed Intro classes for ages 3 to 4 in hip hop and gymnastics.
What if my child needs an aide or an accommodation at Westwood Recreation Center?
In the day camp information on its Westwood Recreation Center page, the city mentions children who need a one-on-one aide. Their families are asked to contact the center's office as soon as possible to request Right of Entry (ROE) forms.
Classes have their own note. The center's Fall 2026 classes flyer says some accommodations may take 30 days or longer.
What do we receive after the evaluation, and what if therapy isn't recommended?
The written report comes after the evaluation, within 14 business days. A therapy plan comes along only when therapy is recommended.
Written in plain language, the report lists what your child does well. Then it gives a specific recommendation. That may be therapy, periodic monitoring, or home strategies.
Sometimes the recommendation is not therapy. Then the report says so, and the therapist points out what to watch for. Our page for occupational therapy in Westwood describes the sessions that might follow.
How does payment work for the evaluation, and where does insurance fit?
Village is the route for using insurance on the evaluation, a clinical service. Plans differ in what they cover.
Village sends the claim to your plan. Besides your plan's copay or deductible, Village charges a fee of its own on each visit. Village accepts TRICARE, and also PPO plans that come from several major insurers.
You may pay privately instead. We supply a superbill to send to your plan, which decides on any out-of-network reimbursement. If you are unsure about your plan, the free 15-minute call is the place to go over it, before you commit to anything.
Before you send a first message
Do I need to see my child's pediatrician first?
No. You can contact us without a referral and without a diagnosis, whenever you feel ready.
Will there be a long wait before we can start?
One business day or less passes before our team replies. As of October 2026, starting therapy with us at home or by video does not involve a waiting list.
What does the first call cost?
No charge. The 15-minute consultation is free, and it is a call, separate from the evaluation. You can ask your questions there before deciding anything.
The OT evaluation is also offered in West Los Angeles and Palms. For speech and language questions, our Westwood page covers both services.
Not sure if your child needs therapy?
Start with a free 15 minute consultation. No commitment, just clarity on whether your child would benefit and what the next step looks like.
Speech therapy and occupational therapy for children ages 0 to 18.
“Research shows that active, creative play benefits just about every aspect of child development.”
NIH News in Health says this about play in general.
Paying attention to how your child moves through a day is a kind of care, and we are glad to help.
Request your free 15-minute consultation
Tell us what you are noticing about your child. A licensed therapist and our team read every message. Within one business day, our team calls to learn what you need and check insurance, then sets up a free call with Nita, Rachel or both. The consultation is free, lasts about 15 minutes, and carries no obligation. There is no waiting list. If you would rather talk now, call (805) 702-3427.
A licensed therapist will read what you send. Share what you have noticed, briefly or at length.
