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Pediatric Occupational Therapy · Flathead Valley, MT

Helping children thrive in everyday life.

Individualized, play-based occupational therapy that supports confidence, independence, regulation, and meaningful participation at home, at school, and at play.

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16+ yearshelping children thrive
  • Experienced Across SettingsHospital, outpatient, private practice, public school, and private school occupational therapy
  • Pediatric FocusSupporting infants, children, and teens with developmental, sensory, motor, and everyday functional needs
  • School-Based ExpertiseEvaluations, IEPs, special education, and strategies that support success in the classroom
  • Family-Centered ApproachCollaborative care that includes parents as an essential part of the process
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Rita Romayev, MS, OTR/LPediatric Occupational Therapist
About Me

Hi, I'm Ms. Rita.

I'm an occupational therapist with 16 years of experience helping children build the skills they need to participate more fully in everyday life, from fine motor skills and self-care to emotional regulation, play, and social participation.

I began my career at Children's Specialized Hospital in New Jersey, working with infants and young children as part of a multidisciplinary pediatric team. I then spent nearly a decade in school-based occupational therapy across both special education and general education settings, completing evaluations, contributing to IEP teams, and collaborating closely with teachers and families to support meaningful progress beyond the therapy room.

For the past four-plus years, I have been serving children and families throughout the Flathead Valley through IICA Speech, working with families in Kalispell, Whitefish, Columbia Falls, and surrounding communities.

Today, I bring that broad experience into every session. My approach is warm, playful, and purposeful. Every activity is chosen to build real-life skills while helping your child feel engaged, capable, and confident. Parents are always part of the process, and I aim to make therapy practical, collaborative, and supportive for the whole family.

  • Master of Science in Occupational Therapy
  • 16 years of pediatric OT experience
  • Hospital, outpatient, private practice, public school, and private school experience
  • More than 4 years serving Flathead Valley families
  • Sensory integration and self-regulation approaches
  • Extensive continuing education and multiple pediatric OT certifications
  • inTLP certified
  • Family-centered, collaborative care
Services

Therapy tailored to your child

Every child starts with a thorough evaluation, followed by a personalized plan built around your family's goals.

Child's hands using a tool to pick up a ball

Fine Motor Skills

Strengthening hands and fingers for grasp, cutting, buttons, zippers, utensils, and other everyday tasks.

Child copying a pattern with colored sticks

Handwriting & Visual-Motor

Building pencil control, letter formation, copying, and visual-perceptual skills for success in the classroom.

Child's hands playing in blue and yellow kinetic sand

Sensory Processing

Helping children understand and respond to sensory input so they can feel calm, focused, and ready to learn.

Young girl balancing on a therapy ball

Motor Planning & Coordination

Improving balance, core strength, body awareness, and coordination for play, sports, and daily routines.

Child's hands shaping colorful play dough

Self-Regulation

Teaching children tools to recognize and manage their energy and emotions throughout the day.

Child using tongs to sort colorful balls

Daily Living & Independence

Practicing self-care skills like dressing, feeding, grooming, and organization to build confidence and independence.

Evaluations

Comprehensive developmental assessments with clear findings and recommendations.

Parent Coaching

Hands-on guidance and home programs so progress continues between sessions.

School & IEP Support

Consultation with teachers and school teams, drawing on years of IEP experience.

Who I Help

Infants, children & teens

I work with children of all ages and abilities. You don't need a diagnosis to reach out — if you have a concern about your child's development, I'm happy to talk it through.

Developmental delays Autism spectrum Sensory processing differences Attention & self-regulation Handwriting difficulties Fine & gross motor delays Down syndrome & genetic conditions Medically complex children
How It Works

Getting started is simple

Reach out

Call or email to tell me about your child and your concerns. We'll talk through whether occupational therapy is a good fit.

Evaluation

I'll assess your child's strengths and needs through standardized tools, observation, and conversation with you.

Personalized therapy

Together we'll set meaningful goals, and I'll design engaging sessions and home strategies to reach them.

Let's talk about your child.

I'm currently accepting new clients through private pay in Kalispell, Whitefish, Columbia Falls, and across the Flathead Valley. Reach out with any questions or to schedule a consultation — I'd love to hear from you.