Pediatric Occupational Therapy in Atlanta, GA

Pediatric Occupational Therapy

Nurturing Development Through Play

At Playful Progressions, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to grow, learn, and thrive through the power of play—the most important occupation of childhood! We are dedicated to creating a collaborative approach to therapy, working closely with families and schools to develop personalized strategies tailored to each child’s unique needs. By focusing on the child’s natural environment—whether at home or school—we ensure meaningful progress that enhances their development and success.

Atlanta, GA

Services covering:

Brookhaven

Buckhead

Chamblee

Sandy Springs

Dunwoody

Midtown

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Treatment for

Infants

Sensory processing and regulation

Bodywork for movement and alignment

Torticollis and plagiocephaly treatment

Reflex integration for early motor development

Toddlers & Young Children

Fine and gross motor skill development

Sensory integration and self-regulation

Handwriting and school-related tasks

Activities of daily living (dressing, feeding, hygiene)

Coordination, balance, and motor planning

Social skills and emotional regulation

Meet Maria

Caring, experienced, engaging therapy

Maria O'Farrell

Owner

Compassionate, play-based therapy

Maria O'Farrell, MS, OTR/L, is a passionate pediatric occupational therapist dedicated to helping children thrive through compassionate, play-based therapy. She provides individualized support in home and school environments, empowering both children and their families to learn and grow.

Strengths-Based Approach: Emphasizes sensory regulation & learning readiness.
Realistic Family Support: Practical home routines based on OT and parenting perspective.
Empowering Mentorship: Shared knowledge as a part-time GSU Faculty Instructor.

What parents say

"Mrs. Maria is an angel on earth! My daughter has dyspraxia and speech apraxia - what Maria did with my daughter's progress in a year is TRULY REMARKABLE!!!! Mrs. Maria is the exact type of person that you want your child to be with because her warmth coupled with her ability to make everything fun - while also learning - is a gift unlike anything I have ever seen! I can not recommend Mrs. Maria enough!"

Emily & 4yo daughter

"As a new mom, I didn't know if my baby's was developing properly...she hated tummy time and being touched. Mrs. Maria helped me understand what was going on with her sensory needs and gave me simple ways to support her at home. Now our daughter is so much more curious, and loves to play! Mrs. Maria's calm presence in our therapy sessions and advice afterwards brought real relief — we're so grateful we found her when we did!"

Sydney & baby girl

"Mrs. Maria has been such a gift to our family!! Our son really struggled with transitions and staying focused at school — every day felt like a challenge. Starting in the first session he LOVED Mrs. Maria, and she gave us tips and strategies that actually made a difference. We've seen real progress with him: mornings are smoother, and teachers are shocked about how much better he is in class. Mrs. Maria has made a huge impact, and we're endlessly thankful for her support."

Lexi & 6yo son