I completely agree with Jill. In school, they use the OT to specifically address this area, while the ABA team includes it in their work.

I agree with Debbie. Years ago I had an ABA help me setup a plan so I can work with my son. I didn't see any knowledge when it comes to those skills and it doesn't look like its part of the program. If this was for my boy, I will still go to OT.

The OT can provide guidance to the ABA team on activities to work on this skill. They have the knowledge for addressing motor skills. But then use the ABA team to do these activities more so your son can get more practice than once or twice a week. In other words, collaborate!!!

Think about doctors. If you have a heart problem would you prefer to seek advice from a cardiologist or your family physician? While both are highly skilled, one is a specialist and has invested more time studying the heart over the other.

My son has had both ABA and OT. He had a wonderful team, and techniques used by both did overlap at times. However, the OT is a specialist in teaching motor skills.