Fernanda Da Silva
Registered Occupational Therapist
Hi there! I'm Fernanda, and I am a Registered Occupational Therapist with a passion for pediatrics. My mission is to help kids participate in meaningful activities while valuing integrity, family-centered care, and compassion. If you are looking for support as a parent or need ongoing therapy for your child, you're in the right place!
I provide occupational therapy assessment and intervention for babies, kids, and teens in Ontario, practicing in The Greater Toronto area. I also offer parent consultation sessions to share strategies on supporting your child with a variety of needs. My therapeutic style is rooted in up-to-date research and developmentally appropriate play, ensuring the most fun and effective experience for your child.
Areas of Expertise
Handwriting
Supporting children to develop proper handwriting skills, letter formation, pencil grip, and writing endurance for academic success.
Fine Motor Skills
Enhancing hand strength, finger coordination, and dexterity through play-based activities to support self-care and academic tasks.
Play Skills
Developing social play, imaginative play, turn-taking, and peer interaction skills that build friendships and communication.
Emotional Regulation
Teaching children coping strategies, self-calming techniques, and emotional awareness to manage big feelings and behaviors.
Toileting
Supporting families through toilet training, addressing sensory challenges, and developing independence in bathroom routines.
Sleep
Helping children and families establish consistent bedtime routines, address sleep challenges, and improve sleep quality.
Anxiety
Providing evidence-based strategies, coping skills, and environmental modifications to help children manage anxiety and build resilience.
School Support
Providing classroom accommodations, organizational strategies, and collaboration with teachers to support academic and social success.
Sensory Processing
Addressing sensory sensitivities, creating sensory diets, and developing personalized strategies to manage sensory needs.
Feeding & Picky Eating
Supporting feeding development using the SOS Approach, addressing oral motor skills, and tackling food aversions.
Specialized support for picky eaters from babies to school-aged children.
Autism
Supporting children with autism spectrum disorder and their families.
Certified in the PLAY Project - a relationship-based early intervention program for children with autism.
ADHD
Supporting children with ADHD and their families through evidence-based strategies.
Helping improve daily functioning and academic success through targeted interventions.