OT resources

1,275 printable resources for occupational therapists: patient and caregiver handouts, therapy materials, clinical references and evaluation tools, written and reviewed by practicing clinicians. Each one is ready to print and use in a session. The full library is included in a Therapy Insights membership.

Therapy Activity

“What Matters to You?” Activity for Therapy with Progressive Neurological Conditions

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSLPProgressive Neurological Conditions
Help your patients with progressive neurological conditions articulate what truly matters to them with this simple, conversation-based activity. By focusing therapy on meaningful goals and acknowledging the realities of progressive decline, this resource empowers both patients and therapists to make every session impactful and purposeful.
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Clinical Reference

Therapy Planner Template

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPAphasiaBrain InjurySpinal Cord InjuryStroke
This one-page planning sheet is designed to streamline goal-setting, therapy session planning, data collection, and future planning in one convenient place. It promotes continuity of care for shared caseloads and offers a cohesive, organized solution for tracking essential information.
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Handout

Toothbrushing Without Meltdowns

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
PediatricOTSensory
Help parents turn toothbrushing struggles into stress-free routines with practical, sensory-friendly strategies tailored for children with diverse needs. This handout empowers families to foster autonomy, build positive habits, and create meaningful connections during daily care routines.
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Handout

Picky Eating: Honoring Preferences While Encouraging Growth

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
PediatricOTSLPFeeding and Swallowing
Help parents navigate the sensitive topic of picky eating with this thoughtfully designed handout. Packed with practical, pressure-free strategies and a compassionate tone, it empowers families to support their child’s feeding journey while honoring sensory needs and building positive mealtime connections.
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Handout

Screen-Free Shopping: Small Tasks, Big Growth

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
PediatricOTSLPExecutive FunctionLanguage Development
Shopping trips can be more than a task to check off your to-do list—they’re rich with opportunities to help children learn, connect, and grow. This handout offers therapists a variety of simple, practical strategies to share with families, turning everyday errands into engaging moments that build social, emotional, and cognitive skills. With ideas tailored for both toddlers and school-aged children, this resource helps make screen-free moments not only manageable but meaningful.
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Handout Therapy Activity

Songs for Moving and Talking (with Spotify playlist)

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
PediatricOTSLPLanguage DevelopmentSensory
Music can transform therapy sessions, adding energy, focus, and creativity while supporting essential developmental skills. This Spotify playlist is designed to help therapists engage children through fun, interactive songs that encourage movement, social-emotional growth, and language development. With a variety of tempos, styles, and themes, these tracks provide adaptable tools to enhance therapy goals and make sessions both effective and enjoyable for kids of all ages.
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Therapy Activity

10 Mantras for Rehabilitation Therapy

Print Resource — US Letter — 11 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryHealth Management and Self AdvocacyMental HealthNervous System ConditionsProgressive Neurological ConditionsSpinal Cord InjuryStroke
Empower your clients with these inspiring posters, designed to spark reflection and build resilience in therapy sessions. Perfect for displaying in therapy spaces, they can serve as conversation starters or personal affirmations to support clients on their journey to recovery.
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Clinical Reference

Rebuilding After Stroke: Anxiety, PTSD, and the Path to Growth

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTSLPMental HealthStroke
This resource equips therapists with evidence-based insights and practical strategies to address anxiety and PTSD in stroke survivors. From understanding common experiences to introducing trauma-informed care and mindfulness techniques, it provides tools to foster resiliency, promote self-efficacy, and guide patients toward building a meaningful “new self” in their recovery journey.
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Handout

How to Get Audiobooks For Free For People with Disabilities (United States)

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsBrain InjuryStrokeVision
Empower your patients with free access to audiobooks, ebooks, and braille materials tailored to their needs. This resource provides step-by-step guidance for therapists to help patients set up and use two excellent services: the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS) and OverDrive, ensuring ongoing support and accessibility for meaningful engagement.
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Handout

20 Adaptive Kitchen Tools for Easier Cooking and Independence

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTADLs/IADLsBurn CareChronic PainNervous System ConditionsProgressive Neurological ConditionsSpinal Cord InjuryStroke
Help your clients regain confidence and independence in the kitchen with this comprehensive guide to adaptive cooking tools. Designed to simplify common tasks and reduce physical strain, this resource is perfect for therapists to share with individuals working toward functional, real-world goals.
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