Sensory Processing
Helping children who are over- or under-sensitive to the world around them find calm, focus, and comfort — at home, at school, and at play.
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Sensory Processing
Every child takes in information through their senses — sound, touch, movement, sight, taste, and smell — and the brain has to organize it all to respond appropriately. When that processing is out of sync, a child may be overwhelmed by everyday sensations, crave intense input, or struggle to stay regulated and focused.
Our occupational therapist identifies your child’s unique sensory profile and designs a plan that helps their nervous system process input more comfortably. That includes hands-on therapy plus practical recommendations for sensory tools and equipment for both home and school.
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When to reach out
Signs your child might benefit
Overwhelmed by noise, lights, crowds, or busy environments
Constantly seeks movement — spinning, crashing, climbing
Difficulty settling, focusing, or transitioning between activities
Picky eating or motor challenges with a sensory component
Distressed by clothing tags, textures, grooming, or messy play
Seems unaware of pain, temperature, or personal space
Strong, hard-to-soothe reactions to everyday sensations
Why Vitality Kids
Why Ottawa families choose us
Paediatric-focused care
Play-based & goal-driven
Family-centred plans
Connected team
Our approach
How we help
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Map the sensory profile
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Provide the right input
Recommend tools & equipment
Build a sensory diet
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Meet Our Registered Occupational therapist
Monika Lebouthillier
Book an appointment with Monika Lebouthillier
Occupational Therapist · Riverside South
Languages: Bilingual in English and French
Monika LeBouthillier is a registered Occupational Therapist with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. She holds a Master of Health Sciences in Occupational Therapy from the University of Ottawa and provides services in both English and French.
Monika works with children and families to support participation and independence in everyday activities. Her areas of practice include sensory processing and regulation, emotional regulation, feeding, fine motor and gross motor skill development, self-care skills (activities of daily living), handwriting, visual-motor integration, and executive functioning. She has experience supporting children with a variety of developmental, sensory, and neurodiverse profiles.
Monika takes a collaborative, family-centered approach to care and strives to create engaging, meaningful interventions tailored to each child’s unique strengths and goals. She is committed to providing evidence-informed services that promote confidence, skill development, and successful participation at home, school, and in the community.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Vitality Kids — Riverside South, Ottawa
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Vitality Kids — Riverside South
Address
Earl Armstrong Plaza
160 Blanca Street, Unit 9
Gloucester, ON K1V 2V6
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Areas We Serve
Riverside South, Findlay Creek, Barrhaven, Manotick & Greater Ottawa
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Vitality Kids
Earl Armstrong Plaza- 160 Blanca Street, Unit 9
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