Jenifer King, MOT, OTR/L
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Jenifer is a pediatric occupational therapist who really enjoys helping kids! She is committed to working closely with families and teachers to facilitate each child’s independence in school and in the home. Jen has an unbelievable ability to get children working on their goals without them even realizing they are! Her play-based real life approach to sensory integration and fine motor issues makes this somewhat complex and sometimes difficult to grasp diagnosis very understandable for her families. As a result, she is a real hit with both her parents and kiddos!
Don't be surprised if you see Jen taking one of her home-based kids for a bike ride or accompany them on a trip to the park! She is experienced in working with children with autism, sensory-processing disorder, ADHD, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, seizure disorder, and developmental delays.
The focus of her occupational therapy sessions vary according to each child’s individual needs and goals, but often include sensory processing, self-regulation, upper extremity and trunk strength, bilateral coordination, motor planning, visual motor skills, fine motor skills, handwriting, self-care, and play.
Jenifer received her Bachelor of Arts degree at Augustana College, majoring in Biology and minoring in Psychology in 1995. She went on to receive her Masters of Occupational Therapy degree at Midwestern University in 1997. Outside of work, Jenifer enjoys photography, knitting, yoga, and spending time with her husband and four children. She has spent many hours volunteering in her children’s school and in the community. In addition to organizing numerous school functions, Jenifer has held positions of Girl Scout Leader, the Parents Association President, Vice-President, and Treasurer, and is a founder of the Villa Park Junior Women’s Club.
Don't be surprised if you see Jen taking one of her home-based kids for a bike ride or accompany them on a trip to the park! She is experienced in working with children with autism, sensory-processing disorder, ADHD, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, seizure disorder, and developmental delays.
The focus of her occupational therapy sessions vary according to each child’s individual needs and goals, but often include sensory processing, self-regulation, upper extremity and trunk strength, bilateral coordination, motor planning, visual motor skills, fine motor skills, handwriting, self-care, and play.
Jenifer received her Bachelor of Arts degree at Augustana College, majoring in Biology and minoring in Psychology in 1995. She went on to receive her Masters of Occupational Therapy degree at Midwestern University in 1997. Outside of work, Jenifer enjoys photography, knitting, yoga, and spending time with her husband and four children. She has spent many hours volunteering in her children’s school and in the community. In addition to organizing numerous school functions, Jenifer has held positions of Girl Scout Leader, the Parents Association President, Vice-President, and Treasurer, and is a founder of the Villa Park Junior Women’s Club.