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Private Occupational Therapy

Private Occupational Therapy (POT) specializes in pediatric occupational therapy services for children in Charlotte, NC and surrounding areas.

Meet Chelsea

Chelsea T. Guerra is a registered and licensed occupational therapist in Charlotte, North Carolina. She specializes in helping children of all ages develop the skills necessary for daily living and participation in a variety of activities. Her focus is on improving children’s fine and gross motor skills, social interactions, and overall independence through engaging and meaningful activities.

(980) 949.0390

We Come To You

We provide treatment in homes, clinics and community settings such as day care centers, parks, playgrounds and the like.

Ms. Guerra accomplishes this using a combination of traditional and innovative methodologies – particularly Sensory Integration and DIR/Floortime, which are designed to improve her young clients’ functional, engagement and regulation skills.

Natural Environment Play

Peer & Social Interaction

Sensory Integration

Early Intervention

Our Philosophy

At Private Occupational Therapy, we embrace a holistic approach to supporting children on the autism spectrum.

Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that every child has unique potential waiting to be unlocked. Through early intervention and individualized care, we create a nurturing environment where children can thrive. We focus on each child’s strengths and interests, building confidence and fostering independence that will serve them throughout their lives.

Our comprehensive approach combines traditional occupational therapy with sensory integration techniques to address the diverse needs of children with autism.

We emphasize Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as a foundation for independence, working on skills like dressing, grooming, and eating. Simultaneously, we incorporate sensory integration therapy to help children process and respond to sensory information more effectively. This combined approach allows us to tackle challenges from multiple angles – improving motor skills, enhancing sensory processing, and developing critical life skills.

By integrating these therapies, we help children navigate their environment more comfortably, engage in learning more readily, and participate more fully in family and school life. Our goal is to empower each child to reach their full potential, equipping them with the tools they need for a productive and fulfilling future.

I Am One Of The Top Pediatric Occupational Therapist In The Metro Charlotte Area And Specialize In Sensory Integration And Processing.

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"Working With Our Students"

Chelsea’s work with our students facing developmental challenges has been truly transformative. Her ability to collaborate with our teachers ensures that strategies carry over into daily school life, creating a more inclusive environment for all.

Chelsea’s dedication goes beyond individual sessions – she’s become an invaluable resource for our entire school community, providing information for staff and parents alike. Her services have elevated our ability to support diverse learning needs, making our school a more nurturing place for every child to thrive.

Tracey L., Administrator

"I Can Not Thank Chelsea Enough"

I can not thank Chelsea enough for the exceptional guidance and support she gave to our son when he was struggling to meet developmental milestones. Harry was born two months premature and while he only spent 1 month in the NICU, he was behind in both physical and occupational growth.

By age 5, his pre school teachers recommended a meeting with Chelsea to evaluate his weaknesses and implement a long term program to improve his sensory, cognitive and motor skills.

Now almost 8 years later, Harry is thriving academically in all honors courses with straight As. He is a fabulous soccer player and even better golfer. He loves puzzles and can beat anyone in the house in Chess. Chelsea helped Harry not only with the skills he was struggling with, she also instilled a strong sense of self, confidence and a fierce motivation to meet the goals he values.

Meredith D.

"Chelsea Is The Absolute Best!"

Chelsea has been working with our son for many years and has helped him tremendously. She started working with our son soon after we adopted him and brought him home from China.

He had many developmental delays and she addressed those delays, helping him to reach milestones and become more developmentally on track with his peers.

She is so creative and uses the interests of each child to engage them in working towards their goals. Even though my son is older now, she continues to work with him with his Executive Functioning skills to help him be more organized, productive and successful in his day to day routine and with his school work. I can’t say enough about Chelsea, she is the absolute best!

Becky D.

"We Are Very Grateful"

Chelsea has been such a wonderful OT for our son! She started working with him when he was three, spending three years helping him with motor planning, fine motor control and gross motor function.

We took a break for a few years when he started elementary school, but when we determined that he needed additional help in fourth grade we were very excited to begin working with Chelsea again.

Now she is helping him with handwriting, pattern planning and executive functioning skills. Their sessions are hard work, but my son is always excited for them because Chelsea ensures that they are having fun while he is learning. She is patient and funny and keeps him focused and motivated.

Chelsea has also been a huge asset to the rest of our family, helping us to understand what our son needs and providing resources to help him succeed. We are very grateful to have Chelsea in our lives and appreciate everything she does to help him succeed!

Becky and Ben S.

"I've Personally Observed Chelsea"

I’ve personally observed Chelsea working with several children – each one with unique needs, personalities and strengths. Simply put, she is a master at helping kids become comfortable trying new things, gain confidence in their abilities and find joy in everyday activities.

Her ready smile, compassion, extensive expertise and genuine investment in her clients’ progress make her a perfect choice for parents whose believe their kids may need OT services.

Mary S, Parent

"We Are Forever Indebted To Her"

Chelsea has been working with our daughter’s children for years. Her oldest, at 12, started working with her at age 3.

First, and above all, she has been a great emotional support system for our family, especially my daughter. Reassuring her things are moving in the right direction.

Letting her know that even though her two boys who have autism, can be stubborn and uncooperative -sticking to the plan and consistency will pay off.

The way she interacts with the rest of the family, including their sister and brother in therapy sessions, help make them better siblings.

All of us look at the calendar and say-Oh thank goodness it’s Wednesday, Chelsea will be here !!!!!
You will never find a bigger cheerleader than me when it comes to Chelsea .

Our family missed her so much when we took a break when the boys hit school age and I was so glad we could get her back.

I would rather take less vacations, then ever give up therapy sessions for the boys with Chelsea. I look at my oldest grandson now (12) entering puberty is tough enough,let alone having Autism.

But the self confidence that boy has when he gets on the treadmill or lifts weight… Priceless. And my younger grandson (7) asking for apple juice with a please. Or getting the cup and the juice himself!

Other people don’t realize what milestones he is making because of Chelsea and her work. Teaching the boys to swim, ride bikes, and be independent in their own lives with their own interests.

We are forever indebted to her. And with luck a never ending relationship with the entire extended family!!

Mary Beth B., Grandmother

"I am incredibly grateful"

I am incredibly grateful for the support Chelsea provided my son and whole family.

When he started working with her at the age of four, he was diagnosed with dyspraxia and faced challenges with both fine and gross motor skills.

Chelsea helped him overcome these developmental delays while making the sessions feel like play. He never even realized he was doing “work,” which kept him engaged and motivated.

Beyond her work with our son, Chelsea also equipped my husband and me with helpful vocabulary and strategies that we still use every day.

One of the many things that sets Chelsea apart from other therapists is that she often included my younger kids in games and activities.

Chelsea created a nurturing environment where everyone was involved and my son was not singled out for needing help and my other kids didn’t feel like they were being left out of the fun.

Her guidance has been invaluable and our time with her has positively impacted our whole family.

Rochelle C., mom

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Occupational Therapy?

Occupational therapy treatment focuses on helping people achieve independence in all areas of their lives. OT can help kids with various needs improve their cognitive, physical, and motor skills and enhance their self-esteem and sense of accomplishment. A child’s main job is playing and learning, and occupational therapists can evaluate kids’ skills for playing, school performance, and daily activities and compare them with what is developmentally appropriate for that age group.

Do You Provide In-home Visits?

Yes, we provice treatment in homes, clinics and community settings such as day care centers, parks, playgrounds and the like.

Where Do Occupational Therapies Take Place?

We provide treatment in homes, clinics and community settings such as day care centers, parks, playgrounds and the like.

What North Carolina Areas Do Your Serve?

The greater Charlotte metro area and Mecklenburg County.

Will My Insurance Cover My Child's Therapy?

I accept and am in-network with nationwide Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) insurance. In order to check coverage I will need a copy of the front and back of your insurance card to see what is covered.

Many of my client’s self-pay. This means I do not work directly with insurance companies and therefore, I cannot bill or communicate with them on your behalf. However, I am able to provide you a Super Bill to bill your insurance directly for reimbursement.

For your convenience, I do accept payments through most HSA’s, PayPal, Venmo, Apple Pay, Zelle, or check. All payments are due prior to each evaluation and / or 50-minute session. Please call 980-949-0390 if you have more questions about payment policies

How Do I Schedule An Appointment?

You may call us at 980-949-0390 or contact using the form to the right or book an appointment here using our secure online form. Please be sure to have your referral from your Primary Care Provider

What Are Your Hours Of Operations?

I am open for appointments Mondays-Thursdays from 10am to 6pm eastern (US).

What Is Sensory Integration?

Sensory integration in occupational therapy refers to the process by which children take in, process, and respond to sensory information from their environment. This concept is key in helping children who may struggle with processing sensory inputs such as sight, sound, touch, taste, smell, balance, and body awareness. When there are challenges in processing these inputs, it can impact their ability to function in daily activities.

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