Pediatric Occupational & Physical Therapy for Dyspraxia
in Lake Zurich, IL

Pediatric Occupational & Physical Therapy for Dyspraxia
in Lake Zurich, IL

Helping Your Child Build Confidence, Coordination, and Everyday Skills

Children with dyspraxia (also known as Developmental Coordination Disorder or DCD) often work harder than their peers to complete everyday tasks. Things like getting dressed, keeping up in gym class, or writing in school may feel frustrating, exhausting, or overwhelming.

At Infinity & Beyond Pediatric Therapy, we help your child build the motor skills, coordination, and problem-solving abilities they need to navigate daily routines with confidence. Our occupational and physical therapists create individualized, play-based sessions that support your child’s growth at every age and stage. Your family will always have clear guidance, practical home tools, and a supportive team walking with you every step of the way.

What Is Dyspraxia?

Dyspraxia, or Developmental Coordination Disorder, is a neurological condition that affects the way a child plans, coordinates, and carries out movements. It is not related to intelligence, effort, or motivation. Instead, the brain has difficulty creating smooth and efficient motor patterns, which can make physical tasks more challenging.

Children with dyspraxia may struggle with activities that require balance, sequencing, motor planning, or hand-eye coordination. Early intervention with OT and PT can help your child learn effective strategies, build stronger motor foundations, and participate more fully in school, play, and daily life.

Common Symptoms of Dyspraxia / DCD

Children with dyspraxia often show a combination of motor, sensory, and organizational challenges such as:

  • Difficulty with coordination, balance, or clumsiness
  • Trouble learning new motor tasks or completing multi-step actions
  • Delays in gross motor milestones such as running, jumping, or catching
  • Challenges with fine motor skills like writing, cutting, buttoning, or using utensils
  • Difficulty with hand-eye coordination
  • Reduced endurance or fatigue during physical activity
  • Sensory processing differences
  • Challenges with organization, sequencing, or planning tasks
  • Avoidance of sports, playground activities, or physical play

How Occupational & Physical Therapy Can Help with Dyspraxia

At Infinity & Beyond, our occupational and physical therapists work together to help children with dyspraxia build stronger motor skills, improve coordination, and gain confidence in everyday activities. We customize each session to your child’s needs and use evidence-based, child-friendly techniques such as:

We also collaborate closely with families by giving you simple ways to reinforce your child’s progress at home and support their success between sessions.

Schedule a Free Developmental Screening Today

If your child shows signs of dyspraxia or struggles with coordination, motor skills, or daily routines, occupational and physical therapy can make a meaningful difference.

Take the first step by scheduling a free developmental screening at Infinity & Beyond Pediatric Therapy in Lake Zurich, IL. We will learn about your child, assess their needs, and create a personalized plan that supports their growth.

Call (847) 320-0200 or contact us online to schedule your screening today!

Brittany Frankel

Brittany Frankel graduated from Elmhurst University with her Master of Occupational Therapy and holds a Bachelor of Social Work from Northeastern Illinois University. Brittany is passionate about working with children and developing strong relationships with their families to ensure collaboration to work towards the client and family-oriented goals. She has experience working with children with difficulties in a variety of areas but is especially passionate about working with children with sensory and emotional regulation and executive functioning challenges. Brittany has taken continuing education courses in areas including Masgutova Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration (MNRI), interoception, executive dysfunction, and sensory processing. Brittany works under the belief that “kids do well if they can,” a quote from Dr. Ross Greene, and that a large piece of intervention is working to uncover the underlying deficits leading to functional difficulties. When not working, Brittany’s favorite hobbies include horseback riding, spending time with her cat and dog, reading, and playing with her nieces and nephew.